Why We Like It
On the surface this iron looks standard, but the real improvements are on the inside. The face in the 4- through 7-irons is similar to that of affiliated company Srixon’s irons with channels and cavities on the back of the face to save mass and increase ball speed. This iron goes a step further, borrowing the groundbreaking ZipCore technology from Cleveland’s wedge line in the 8-iron through the wedges. ZipCore takes steel out of the hosel and replaces it with a lighter material, allowing for optimal CG placement and greater forgiveness.
Characteristics
- A proprietary face blast creates surface roughness to enhance friction for more spin.
- An eight-gram weight in the butt end of the shaft promotes a more efficient swing path.
- Long blade length bolsters confidence and forgiveness.
- 7-iron: 29 degrees; PW: 43 degrees
Highlights
- Top 5 most forgiving game-improvement irons, high-handicaps
- Top 5 highest-flying game-improvement irons, low-handicaps
- Top 5 best-rated game-improvement irons, high-handicaps
Price
$128 per iron
HOT LIST PLAYERS FEEDBACK
Ratings are based on players’ assessments in three key performance areas.
Reviews
The ball leaves the clubface with purpose. Weighting offers control and a higher launch with no loss of distance. Mis-hits maintain tight dispersion with direction and distance.
Daniel, 32, Handicap: 12Longer and larger blade. The ridge on the sole helps it glide through the turf. Fairly large sweet spot. Ball comes off the face with a lot of spin.
Jamie, 51, Handicap: 5Looks comfortable at address. I like the wider toe and how it slides through the turf without digging. The club has a consistent, high ball flight that travels far and is forgiving, especially on mis-hits.
Sang, 63, Handicap: 9Why Impact Is Critical to Your Iron Play
Consistent shot shape requires one skill above all others: the ability to make flush contact with the ball. It’s the No. 1 fundamental in golf, and without it, this game can be an eternal mystery. Here, Sean Hogan, one of Golf Digest’s Best Teachers in Florida, helps you improve your impact from tee to green.
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