As
a beginner it is normal to start with a 3 and 5 wood. The head size and shape
will vary depending on the manufacturer, the shape and size should not be a
major concern as they will have a low centre of gravity and will be very easy
to use.
The
head materials that are used in fairway woods will be either steel, titanium
with the odd manufacturer using the carbon graphite crown technology. It is
important to find fairway woods that you are happy to hit from the tee as well
as the fairway, as you may find a fairway wood of the tee a better option than
a driver on the shorter, tighter holes where accuracy is paramount over
distance.