Both Fujikura and Mitsubishi are trusted names in the golf industry. At first glance, the two companies seem comparable, and for the most part, they’re quite similar. So, what’s the difference between Fujikura and Mitsubishi shafts?
Fujikura’s shaft technology focuses on using composite materials to stabilize the shaft and increase speed. Mitsubishi focuses on the way materials are weaved together to increase the shaft’s strength. Fujikura offers 9 different brands of shafts, while Mitsubishi has 10.
This article will outline the primary differences between Fujikura and Mitsubishi golf shafts. Let’s get started!
Fujikura and Mitsubishi Shafts: Summary of Features
| Fujikura | Mitsubishi | |
| Brands | 9 | 10 |
| Technology | High-density composite core Metal composite Rubber composite Variable torque core Velocore | Aluminum vapor deposited fiber Braided technology DIALEAD pitch fiber Metal mesh MR70 Multi-dimensional interlay Power “ninja” core Tough-QURE |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
Brands
Both Fujikura and Mitsubishi offer many different brands, 9 and 10 respectively. This means that no matter what you’re looking for in a shaft, they both have enough of a selection to offer you what you need.
Fujikura offers a convenient chart to compare the launch and spin of their different shafts.
Fujikura Shaft Brands
- Air Speeder
- Atmos Tour
- Diamond Speeder
- MCI
- Motore X
- Platinum Speeder
- Pro 2.0
- Pro Iron
- Speeder Evolution
- Speeder NX
- Speeder TR
- VENTUS
- VENTUS HB
- VENTUS TR
- Vista Pro
Mitsubishi Shaft Brands
- Bassara
- C6 Series
- Diamana
- Fubuki
- Kai’li
- Kuro Kage
- MMT
- OT
- Tensai
- Vanquish
Technology
The biggest factor that sets Fujikura and Mitsubishi apart is their proprietary technology. They both have a wide range of technology, but their focus differs.
Fujikura focuses on developing new material composites, or combinations, that work to increase swing speed. They do this in various ways:
- The high-density composite core and metal composite technology allow Fujikura to carefully control the weight distribution in the shaft to achieve a faster swing.
- Fujikura uses a rubber composite in place of steel in their shafts to minimize vibration for a smoother swing.
- Velocore and variable torque core technologies help control twisting in the shaft. This helps achieve a faster swing.
Mitsubishi benefits from the laboratories of its parent company, Mitsubishi Chemical Group, which help them develop new materials for their products. They focus less on speed and more on strength in their shafts. Some of their primary technologies include:
- Mitsubishi uses braided technology to intertwine materials to strengthen the shaft by reducing the risk of twisting.
- DIALEAD pitch fiber and MR70 are used in Mitsubishi shafts to replace carbon fiber. It helps to make the shaft stronger and to increase energy transfer. These fiber materials are then coated with aluminum vapor-deposited fiber to strengthen them further.
- Mitsubishi’s Metal Mesh Technology (MMT) and Power “Ninja” Core (PNC) create proprietary stainless steel meshes that help stabilize and strengthen the shaft
- Multi-dimensional interlay describes the way that the fiber is layered in different patterns along the shaft. This means that they can control the strength of each part of the shaft to customize the feel and flex.
- Tough-QURE is a resin invented by Mitsubishi that is harder than traditional resin, giving the shaft more strength.
Warranty
Both companies offer warranties to cover manufacturers’ defects or problems with the construction and quality of the shaft. They do not cover damage incurred by normal play.
Fujikura has a limited lifetime warranty that lasts the lifespan of the shaft. Mitsubishi’s warranty only lasts for a year after purchase.
Conclusion
The primary difference between Fujikura and Mitsubishi shafts is their proprietary technologies.
Fujikura focuses its research on stability and speed. They use a lot of proprietary composites to reduce twisting and control weight distribution.
Mitsubishi is a division of Mitsubishi Chemical Group and uses its resources to create proprietary materials. Their research focuses on increasing the strength of the shafts. They do this through stronger materials and unique methods of weaving steel together to increase strength.
In short, Fujikura shafts focus on speed, and Mitsubishi shafts focus on strength.