I am considering buying new 714 AP 1's in December, but because I'm retired money is an issue.  I currently play the 2008 AP1's and I love them. I noticed that the longer clubs of the 714's are the same lofts as the ones I already have, while the shorter clubs have been strengthened (which I like).  So, my question is, what would be the performance difference between the 714 4-6 irons vs. the 2008 4-6 irons?  If I can save $300+ without a large drop-off in performance I might just do that.  Thanks for the help.

  Mark F