If you aren’t evolving, you are falling behind. Srixon Golf has always seemed to take this to heart, especially when it comes to their flagship irons the 5-Series and 7-Series. Well, after much anticipation, they are ready to formally introduce the next generation and here is our Srixon ZX5 and ZX7 irons review.
Not only does THP have a rundown of the design features of each in this article, but we were also able to spend time with the 7i and PW from each set as well.
Are you ready?
Quick Take
Put any worries to rest when it comes to Srixon altering the formula of their Z-Series irons. There may be some impressive technology changes on board as well as a naming change, but the looks, feel, and flat out filthy performance still stands tall in both the ZX5 and ZX7 irons.
Change is Good
Srixon has hit homerun after homerun with their Z-Series irons the past three releases, the 45, 65, and 85 models have been nothing short of stellar and cemented them as an iron company. This year, the name is changing by shortening the naming mechanism to simply ZX5 and ZX7, but the amount of design that has gone into these is greater than any iron Srixon has ever produced.
The basis around the ZX5 and ZX7 this year is best explained by the tag line that Srixon has used in their release, “Created with human intelligence but perfected by the artificial kind.” Now, yes, “Artificial Intelligence” is without any doubt a “hot” discussion point across the industry, but while others are making it all about the computer, Srixon is making sure to let it be known that the craftsmanship is where it all starts with the new ZX irons, and it’s the A.I. that is working with it to take both series of irons to a whole new level.
While each of the iron series have always been differentiated by most based on size and profile, this year they are also each touting some design traits that are unique to each set. As I was fortunate enough to get the 7i and PW in hand for the ZX5 and ZX7 irons and work with them, it makes sense to dive into each individually.
Srixon ZX5
Getting it out of the way, yes, the ZX5 remains the “bigger” of the two iron sets just as has been the case in previous iterations, it’s a club that walks a blended line between a players design and a more game improvement setup.
The ZX5 is still a forged iron and offers a sound/feel that is soft yet quick, at impact it is a crisp feedback that isn’t quite as plush as a pure one-piece cavity back, but it is closer than ever. The look at address is so surprising as both the offset and topline are very tame and it keeps that same heel to toe length that even some of the pickiest out there will get along with.
The sole does have much more width to it than the ZX7, but the previously mentioned heel to toe length of the blade makes it less of a concern. Not to mention, the ZX5 does feature Srixon’s Tour V.T. Sole that I continue to believe is the greatest iron sole grind of all time. In my workout of the 7i and PW on the course that opinion was nothing but solidified as it just responds so well from any lie I could throw at it, and honestly, it makes the wider sole insanely effective. But, this year something special is happening when it comes to the V.T. Sole and it is the return of the sole notches last seen on the 545/745 irons and arguably a big reason that so many of those sets remain in bags, the notches offer relief and thus more versatility which is never a bad thing.
The ZX5 also feature progressive grooves through the set which applies to a SUP10 face that is joined to the 1020 carbon steel frame along with tungsten in the toe of the longer irons. All of these things seek to improve flight, forgiveness, and consistency, but the real story is something called “Mainframe”. This name represents Srixon designers setting the parameters to create their fastest irons on every shot and ran thousands upon thousands of simulations to come up with the pattern that is milled onto the back of each ZX5 face. The variable thickness pattern also features grooves and shapes to make what Srixon believes is an iron that is faster on every single strike, misses included.
Is it though? Without a doubt.
I worked out the 7i and PW of the ZX5 head to head with their sibling the ZX7 and the data recorded on the Foresight GC2 following this section tells the story, these are fast. For me, they were noticeably faster than the ZX7 and misses were at times laughable with how they kept speed comparably.
While you will see in the numbers the spin is also a bit on the low side, this is in part to having to record my data indoors as well as the fact that it has always been the case for me with the 5-Series of irons from Srixon. What stood out in the data and on the course though was the height and descent angle I was able to hit these, both more significant for me than with the 585’s, making my personal spin numbers a non-issue.
Bottom line, there is some serious firepower here. Paired with the Nippon MODUS3 Tour105 shafts is a setup that is smooth and forgiving while also being shockingly long.
Srixon ZX7
The 7-Series has constantly been one of the most gorgeous players cavity designs on the market with each release, and though the new ZX7 is a bit more modern looking with the angles and cavity, it holds true to its lineage and makes for a jaw dropping look in hand and in bag. A thin topline, minimal offset, and a sole that even the most demanding ball striker would be impressed with, the ZX7 is a stunner.
Fully forged out of 1020 Carbon Steel, these are true players irons. Though some might initially think that the cavity is a bit too busy, there is a rhyme and a reason for the added angles and mass placement this time around. The goal with an iron like this is always to add playability while maintaining the look/profile that so many demand, the different angles on the back of the club allowed Srixon to not only move some mass to the perimeter, but also place some directly behind the sweet spot in order to increase MOI while creating more feel.
Through impact, these offered me the feedback in sound/feel that I expected having spent time with every single 7-Series iron from Srixon. The sensation through contact on decent to well struck shots is one that walks the line between sharp and dull, it’s a blend that will be nearly impossible for golfers to find a detraction about. The overall playability for those who enjoy players irons is what stood out most in my time with the ZX7. With the progressive grooves and Tour V.T. Sole with the return of the sole notches, the golfer who demands versatility and precision in anylie will have all they can handle with these. There was no shot that I threw at them on the course that they couldn’t handle, it’s all about if it is a profile you are comfortable and confident in.
Like the ZX5, I also put the two clubs to work on the Foresight GC2 launch monitor and that data is shown. As you will see, the launch, peak, and speed were particularly good for me in both. While the spin dipped a bit recording data indoors, the Nippon MODUS3 Tour120 made for a pairing that just added to the feel and consistency of the heads.
Where the ZX5 offers firepower, the ZX7 rests on precision, but that doesn’t mean they each don’t also have some that the other does. In fact, they blend so well that Srixon is all in on the combo set trend offering any combination you could possibly want, including adding in the new ZX Utility to the mix.
Worth the Wait
Much anticipation has surrounded the release of the Srixon ZX5 and ZX7 irons review, and Srixon is not letting anyone down with what they have created. It’s easy to sit here and write that they impressed me, but they went well beyond that at times with how well they each hit their specific segment while also complimenting one another. This is without a doubt going to be yet another big release for Srixon.
The Details
Available: January 15, 2021
ZX5: 8-Piece $1299.99 Steel/$1399.99 Graphite (Nippon MODUS3 Tour105, UST Mamiya Recoil 95)
ZX7: 8-Piece $1299.99 Steel (Nippon MODUS3 Tour120)
I love the pics of the ZX5’s and ZX7’s in everyone’s bags. Some say I qualify as an overzealous Srixon fan: Two sets of Z765/565’s, one set of Z965’s, and a set of ZX7/ZX5’s on order. 🙂
Oh baby!!!
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Srixon Zx7 5-A wedge. Nippon Modus 105x. Golf pride z-cord grips with 3extra wraps under the bottom hand.
tomorrow is the debut!!
[QUOTE=”PapaJohick, post: 9846980, member: 41182″]
Oh baby!!!
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Srixon Zx7 5-A wedge. Nippon Modus 105x. Golf pride z-cord grips with 3extra wraps under the bottom hand.
tomorrow is the debut!!
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And the MF’ing A wedge!
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I don’t need irons. But I want these irons. I have a session with Srixon reps next weekend to scratch my itch. Will see how that goes.
[QUOTE=”OldandStiff, post: 9846982, member: 53737″]
And the MF’ing A wedge!
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The A wedge is beautiful!!! Super excited to have a wedge again between my pitch and 54 ?. Haven’t had one in that spot for two years.
Took these
[QUOTE=”PapaJohick, post: 9846980, member: 41182″]
Oh baby!!!
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That A-wedge looks great. I cancelled my order since I have a 50 degree MD5, but that thing looks sweet.
[QUOTE=”Summit, post: 9847019, member: 57921″]
I think the ZX5 will beat those two out! They are really really good.
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Perhaps, however they do lack a one-length option ?
[QUOTE=”Jimmy3864, post: 9847114, member: 16050″]
They still don’t have the ZX5 or ZX7 at my local Golftown or fitting heads and they have no idea when you’re going to get them. Huge opportunity lost. I know so many people that are ordering other irons that really wanted to try them out.
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I mean yeah it really sucks. Because a lot of people are super psyched about this release. Thing is they haven’t had a huge market share so they can’t over produce and then hold onto a lot of stock. Also you have to wonder if that huge crash/all the port issues over in California hurt the golf community a little bit in terms of products gettin to the states.
One example is the golf shop here. They never carried cobra. But I went in yesterday to pick up my irons and they had the full line of cobra woods available because people are talking. It’ll get better. Stores just have to know the demand is there in order to carry or ask for the products.
[QUOTE=”cydkar, post: 9848092, member: 20600″]
I find it strange that the A wedge is 51°. 5° up from the PW. I play 46-50-54-58. Is this so that it’s only a 1° bend either way for a 50 or 52?
Just a random question, I know.
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Can’t say for sure but your theory makes sense.
[QUOTE=”cydkar, post: 9848092, member: 20600″]
I find it strange that the A wedge is 51°. 5° up from the PW. Kind of a large gap. I play 46-50-54-58. Is this so that it’s only a 1° bend either way for a 50 or 52?
Just a random question, I know.
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It flows with the 5* spacing on irons 8-9-PW-AW
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Many play 5* gap or more on their wedges. I agree it maybe is not what I would have expected, but it smooths out the 46-51-56 sequence if a person like a 56* sand wedge, and its nothing to bend 1 * strong of you want a 50.
I think my Callaway Apex MB AW are 51* also (past two generations).
[QUOTE=”Summit, post: 9848126, member: 57921″]
I don’t know if I would use the word “lack” when it comes to One Length.
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¯\_(?)_/¯ I may choose to give it a try this season. It’ll really all come down to what happens in my fitting.
Anyway… Was at the LGS to get my new Mav Max 3w and the G30 3w I’m gifting to a neighbor re-gripped. While I was at it I eyeballed the Apex 21 and a ZX5, and looked again at the RADs. Got to say: Of the Apex 21, RAD, and ZX5, I like the appearance of the ZX5 most.
[QUOTE=”Duffer Seamus, post: 9848300, member: 59030″]
¯\_(?)_/¯ I may choose to give it a try this season. It’ll really all come down to what happens in my fitting.
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As a beginner to this game there is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to eliminate variables and adding forgiveness.
[QUOTE=”Summit, post: 9848327, member: 57921″]
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It’s all good 😀 (y)
Awesome irons. 3rd time out with them for another 74. Consistently a high draw ball flight on the long irons and dead aim with the scoring irons. What’s best about them is the distance is dead on. The TM 790s before these were all over the place. These along with the left dash has me thinking can get down to scratch. Go Srixon!!!!
Just a few thoughts after my first round with them today.
First was that the swing was a little off, but it highlights some of the good/excellent of these irons.
Obviously we know how good they look haha. Right there in front of us. Feel is every bit of amazing as I remember a month ago from my fitting. What I loved about the feel also is that the ball felt like it was just jumping off the face.
Now as I said, the swing wasn’t great today. Had a few really good hits though that did really really well. Main miss was slightly toe and thin. I was pretty impressed with results. The ball still felt like it came off hot (feel kind of diminished obviously haha) and the flight was impressively high for the strike location. Lost some distance of course, but a big factor to that was due to how high it went and the wind blowing pretty good. Either way (and it’s a limited sample size due to being only one round so more to follow on this point), they seemed every bit as forgiving as my apex pros. Maybe even more so because I was taking less club today due to these giving me a little more distance. I didn’t really get a chance to do a lot of shot shaping just yet as I am just trying to get a feel for the changes in setup. I ran the apex pros with Oban CT115s while these are nippon 105x. I was a little worried about being fit into an x flex shaft for a couple reasons. 1) I’m typically a low launch/low spin player. I was worried this would make it worse 2) I was worried that over the course of a round, as I tire, my swing would get lazy and I would be hitting just duds with no pop and 3) I just didn’t think that I swung hard or aggressive enough for an x flex shaft.
Those concerns after a round? 1) I had no problem launching the ball today. Besides a couple really bad swings, the ball was launching beautifully. Almost too high for the amount of wind we had today. But again, I wasnt trying to flight the ball or hold it against the wind too much today due to not being comfortable just yet. 2) With the lighter weight of the nippons, I never felt like I was working to hard to load the shaft or get speed. If fact, these feel a little heavier SW wise than the Apex pros and I was actually able use that feel for tempo. and 3) I can’t really answer that as I am not a club fitter haha. I trusted what my fitter saw in my swing while also using the Mizuno shaft optimizer to get an idea of what we should be looking at.
Overall I am happy. The clubs look great (ever so slightly thicker top line than the apex pros, but similar blade length if not a tad shorter). Feel is great. Performance on misses and well struck balls were there. After a few more rounds with these, I am sure my concerns will be pretty much gone.
If yall have any questions feel free to ask.
[QUOTE=”BriMac, post: 9846988, member: 44854″]
I don’t need irons. But I want these irons. I have a session with Srixon reps next weekend to scratch my itch. Will see how that goes.
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I think you need some new irons!
My wait continues. Turns out the mmt 105 shafts are the hold up. Hot ticket, those shafts. Latest is that they expect to get more mmt shafts March 15. Then build, … One, I wish that information was shared with me earlier. I could have picked something in stock. Two, oh well. I’ll keep myself occupied by going down the putter rabbit hole.
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[QUOTE=”Danimal, post: 9849072, member: 46311″]
Stock isn’t any fun. You will enjoy the customization when they arrive.
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Those were a stock offering. Just a really popular one, because them being stock convinced a lot of people to dip a toe into the graphite side of things. Edit: whoops forgot where I was for a second
Sucks they ran out so fast and it held up your order [USER=25892]@GoldenBuff[/USER] . I really wish they would be more real with us on some of the availability/timeline stuff from the beginning. It would definitely help decision making. You’ll probably love them when you get them though.
[QUOTE=”GoldenBuff, post: 9848975, member: 25892″]
My wait continues. Turns out the mmt 105 shafts are the hold up. Hot ticket, those shafts. Latest is that they expect to get more mmt shafts March 15. Then build, … One, I wish that information was shared with me earlier. I could have picked something in stock. Two, oh well. I’ll keep myself occupied by going down the putter rabbit hole.
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Not even sure we could test the MMT for my fitting. That would have been interesting to see.
[QUOTE=”PapaJohick, post: 9849186, member: 41182″]
Not even sure we could test the MMT for my fitting. That would have been interesting to see.
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I wasn’t able to test them either. I was fitted for some LAGP shafts, but too much $$. I picked the mmt 105 as a bit of an experiment. I know I can always put in my recoil 110’s. But I am keen to see if I like the mmt’s.
[QUOTE=”GoldenBuff, post: 9849232, member: 25892″]
I wasn’t able to test them either. I was fitted for some LAGP shafts, but too much $$. I picked the mmt 105 as a bit of an experiment. I know I can always put in my recoil 110’s. But I am keen to see if I like the mmt’s.
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Super interested in them for sure. The fitter I was working with said the amount they have sold in woods and irons have been way higher than I expected.
Loaded the 7’s this morning looking for an excuse and hoping worst case to run by the range for a bit. Got to play and they really showed off their versatility on some sprayed drives into bad positions. Just love the V-Soles in tough spots. 16 greens and all the par 3’s.
Took some pics of the A wedge for a friend the other day, and it was a standout today so I’ll share them here for people that don’t want to go back a bunch of pages for a reminder.
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It’s a good club. I really like that kind of transition to the specialties. Flow and versatility off the charts imo.
Got the ZX7’s out on a very wet course today. They perform quite well in these conditions, no digging, no getting stuck. I used a Srixon Soft Feel ball today and never had any of my iron approach shots roll out more than 4 feet from the ball mark, more than acceptable for me.
Man that zx7 gap wedge sure is pretty, kind of upset I didn’t get that one as opposed to the zx5 gap wedge. I know the gapping between PW and GW would have been a bit different but that could easily be corrected by bending strong
[QUOTE=”scott.french3, post: 9846699, member: 53307″]
Interestingly, the topline thickness is the same for the ZX5 and ZX7 according to what I read on the Srixon website. So, the view at address is very similar.
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ZX5 4-5-6 irons have the cavity visible at address, and have a fair bit more offset. Both of these were a dealbreaker to me even considering a combo set.
[QUOTE=”cydkar, post: 9848092, member: 20600″]
I find it strange that the A wedge is 51°. 5° up from the PW. Kind of a large gap. I play 46-50-54-58. Is this so that it’s only a 1° bend either way for a 50 or 52?
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When my clubs arrived I found AW gap was too large. Bent it to 50*. Now perfect.
[QUOTE=”BuckNasty, post: 9851163, member: 48132″]
Man that zx7 gap wedge sure is pretty, kind of upset I didn’t get that one as opposed to the zx5 gap wedge. I know the gapping between PW and GW would have been a bit different but that could easily be corrected by bending strong
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If you wanted to see that ZX5 gap wedge, LOL. My one regret was not getting a 5-AW set. I got my original set in about 10 days. When I placed an order to get an AW, they were already on backorder.
[QUOTE=”mantan, post: 9851638, member: 51648″]
If you wanted to see that ZX5 gap wedge, LOL. My one regret was not getting a 5-AW set. I got my original set in about 10 days. When I placed an order to get an AW, they were already on backorder.
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Haha I have the ZX5 GW in hand, I think I placed my order end of Jan/beginning of Feb
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852588, member: 18088″]
Does anyone have any extended experience with the 4-6i in the ZX7?
I demoed and subsequently ordered a set of ZX5s. I REALLY like the iron set. Ball flight, dist, etc are all spot on.
My biggest complaint are the sole widths for 7-PW. While I hit them just fine, they are super wide. I am coming from full set of 565s, and the new ZX5s are even wider than those.
Most will suggest combo set, but I prefer one uniform set of irons. However, the 4-6i in the ZX7s seem pretty thin and unforgiving. As a side note, I absolutely love the long irons in the ZX5s.
In short, I am strongly considering a full set of ZX7s, but looking for info about how players are doing with the long irons.
Thanks in advance for the responses
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We’re the 565 that much smaller? Here is a side by side of 5 iron vs 585. They are pretty darn similar in width.
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[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852588, member: 18088″]
Does anyone have any extended experience with the 4-6i in the ZX7?
I demoed and subsequently ordered a set of ZX5s. I REALLY like the iron set. Ball flight, dist, etc are all spot on.
My biggest complaint are the sole widths for 7-PW. While I hit them just fine, they are super wide. I am coming from full set of 565s, and the new ZX5s are even wider than those.
Most will suggest combo set, but I prefer one uniform set of irons. However, the 4-6i in the ZX7s seem pretty thin and unforgiving. As a side note, I absolutely love the long irons in the ZX5s.
In short, I am strongly considering a full set of ZX7s, but looking for info about how players are doing with the long irons.
Thanks in advance for the responses
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I ordered a ZX5 5 & 6 iron and 7-GW in the ZX7 mostly because I prefer the thinner sole in the shorter irons and I currently play a Srixon combo set. I don’t have experience with the ZX7 4-6i but I do have a Z765 and Z565 6 iron and when I compared them on Trackman, the average distance was within 2 yards of one another and dispersion was the same. I could have ordered all ZX7’s and it likely wouldn’t change my scoring one bit.
I have 4 outside rounds with the 7’s and long irons are the easiest I have ever hit. Had Taylor Made and Mizunos before these and they don’t compare. Don’t be intimidated by the looks on the 7’s, super easy and forgiving to hit.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852588, member: 18088″]
Does anyone have any extended experience with the 4-6i in the ZX7?
I demoed and subsequently ordered a set of ZX5s. I REALLY like the iron set. Ball flight, dist, etc are all spot on.
My biggest complaint are the sole widths for 7-PW. While I hit them just fine, they are super wide. I am coming from full set of 565s, and the new ZX5s are even wider than those.
Most will suggest combo set, but I prefer one uniform set of irons. However, the 4-6i in the ZX7s seem pretty thin and unforgiving. As a side note, I absolutely love the long irons in the ZX5s.
In short, I am strongly considering a full set of ZX7s, but looking for info about how players are doing with the long irons.
Thanks in advance for the responses
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I don’t have the 4 iron, my set is 5-pw. No issues hitting the 5 or 6 irons. But I also don’t hit 200 yard 6 irons. They launch fine and will hold a green without issue.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852655, member: 18088″]
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Agree that on the longer irons the sole is very similar. I really LOVE the ZX5 long irons. My biggest gripe is with the shorter irons. Particularly, with 8-PW.
Aesthetically and comparatively they have a much more pronounced “bulge” on the cavity which make them seem even wider than they are.
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I think perhaps the curvature of the design might give them that appearance, as measurement wise, they are pretty similar.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852655, member: 18088″]
[USER=3]@JB[/USER]
Agree that on the longer irons the sole is very similar. I really LOVE the ZX5 long irons. My biggest gripe is with the shorter irons. Particularly, with 8-PW.
Aesthetically and comparatively they have a much more pronounced “bulge” on the cavity which make them seem even wider than they are.
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This was my biggest issue with the ZX5. When I was fitted I could see the lower bulge at address and it distracted me. Still hit the club well but might lean towards the ZX7 because of it. At most I’d get a combo set. Really wanted the new copper forged tecs but they’re difficult to work side to side. Not a huge fan of how the MIMs look either
[QUOTE=”BuckNasty, post: 9851642, member: 48132″]
Haha I have the ZX5 GW in hand, I think I placed my order end of Jan/beginning of Feb
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Whoops, i meant sell. I bought my set in the in late Jan. Ordered the approach wedge before the set arrived, but that’s when orders started pouring in. Waited a month then cancelled.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852686, member: 18088″]
Basically seems to be coming down two options if I really want to keep one uniform set;
Get over the wider soles on the low irons of the ZX5 or get over the perceived loss of forgiveness of the ZX7 long irons.
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Not sure where you are at in the progression of your game but I tend to go for equipment that I will grow into because it forces me to become a better player
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852686, member: 18088″]
Basically seems to be coming down two options if I really want to keep one uniform set;
Get over the wider soles on the low irons of the ZX5 or get over the perceived loss of forgiveness of the ZX7 long irons.
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I could see there being a loss on off centered strikes, it is the design of the two clubs. But if you don’t want to see the bulge it is the way to go. I went full ZX7 5-PW, no regrets at all so far probably 10 rounds with them.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852588, member: 18088″]
Does anyone have any extended experience with the 4-6i in the ZX7?
I demoed and subsequently ordered a set of ZX5s. I REALLY like the iron set. Ball flight, dist, etc are all spot on.
My biggest complaint are the sole widths for 7-PW. While I hit them just fine, they are super wide. I am coming from full set of 565s, and the new ZX5s are even wider than those.
Most will suggest combo set, but I prefer one uniform set of irons. However, the 4-6i in the ZX7s seem pretty thin and unforgiving. As a side note, I absolutely love the long irons in the ZX5s.
In short, I am strongly considering a full set of ZX7s, but looking for info about how players are doing with the long irons.
Thanks in advance for the responses
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I’m not the strongest player, hcp around 9 or 10, 7 iron around 170, but the 4-6 are very good. Pretty forgiving but I elected to keep my hybrid or cobra utility for the 4 iron, just because I’m trying to keep my ego in check. I normally and very comfortable with my 5 iron so I have no issues keeping the 5 iron. It feels great, hits well and is forgiving. The turf interaction for me is great. With my 5 iron my AOA is about 3 down and the sole is great for that swing.
That being said I have a set of JPX 921 forged on the sidelines. I’m wavering between using the 5-6 with those irons since the shaft is identical but I won’t make that decision until I have a few rounds under my belt.
Interesting how different people focus on different parts of the club head at address. For me, I’m looking at the leading edge of the club head and aligning it behind the ball to my intended line to the target. I don’t even look at anything else.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852686, member: 18088″]
Basically seems to be coming down two options if I really want to keep one uniform set;
Get over the wider soles on the low irons of the ZX5 or get over the perceived loss of forgiveness of the ZX7 long irons.
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Have confidence dude, God hates a coward. Just kidding. With your handicap you must be a decent ball striker and think you will be fine with the 7’s, they are more forgiving than you think.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852588, member: 18088″]
Does anyone have any extended experience with the 4-6i in the ZX7?
I demoed and subsequently ordered a set of ZX5s. I REALLY like the iron set. Ball flight, dist, etc are all spot on.
My biggest complaint are the sole widths for 7-PW. While I hit them just fine, they are super wide. I am coming from full set of 565s, and the new ZX5s are even wider than those.
Most will suggest combo set, but I prefer one uniform set of irons. However, the 4-6i in the ZX7s seem pretty thin and unforgiving. As a side note, I absolutely love the long irons in the ZX5s.
In short, I am strongly considering a full set of ZX7s, but looking for info about how players are doing with the long irons.
Thanks in advance for the responses
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I have extensive experience with the ZX7 long irons, but limited with the ZX5. I would call the 7 long irons significantly more demanding than the 5’s. If you struggle with launch or peak height in those irons especially. It’s all relative to what you’re used to and what you need for your swing, but from what you said I don’t get the impression you would love them. Just one guy’s take. Combo’s are here to stay though, so if there was ever a set to dip your toes in on that, it’d be this one. They combo beautifully.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852746, member: 18088″]
Cinco,
Very similar game profile. Play anywhere from 8-10. 7i is about 165-168.
I know I can hit the ZX7s. For sure.
But one thing I can attest to is that missing slightly toe or heel on the ZX5s results in nearly no loss of distance and control.
Nice to have that in my pocket on my “nosogreat” ball striking days.
Compounding the problem is that I play blade wedges (TM MG2). When my PW sole is wider than my 58deg wedge……that’s kinda weird.
Having said that, I can totally play the ZX5s as well. I have thrown some darts with those. And I definitely prefer them to my 565s.
Really struggling with this decision. (First world problems LOL)
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I have to say, yes, the ZX7s are probably not as forgiving as the ZX5s (I haven’t hit them but as you can see from my previous post, I’ve hit a lot of player’s distance irons so I know what that type of forgiveness is like), the ZX7s are not as penal as you might think for a non flushed shot. Yes, you will lose some distance, but I’m not sure if it the smaller head and the confidence (paradoxically) or feeling I get when I look down at the ball, or maybe I’m concentrating more, I’m hitting less off-center strikes with these clubs.
However, I totally understand the trepidation, which is why I’m thinking of using a ZX5 like iron for the longer ones. Right now though, gonna stick it out and see how the 5-6 are on the course. Have only had 1 round with them, and they felt good. I hit every par 3 off the turf, no tee, and it felt like I had teed them up.
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852686, member: 18088″]
Basically seems to be coming down two options if I really want to keep one uniform set;
Get over the wider soles on the low irons of the ZX5 or get over the perceived loss of forgiveness of the ZX7 long irons.
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I was in that same boat as you, I wanted a combo, but the zx5 sole was just so wide I wasn’t a fan, and the uniform set just looks so good
So I went all ZX7, and just accepted that it’s not gonna be as forgiving, but it will look way better, and feel better on centred hits
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852874, member: 18088″]
As I get older though (Im 52 but in good shape) I prefer to make the game easier rather than “challenge” myself to better ball striking. I prefer to score well than to say “I would have scored well if it weren’t for…..”
Been there….and the process is maddeningly fun, but I am mellowing more into consistency over ball striking challenges.
Having said all that, lots to think about.
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This is where I may find myself should I choose to upgrade my irons this season–depending upon the results of the fitting.
Good luck with your decision 🙂
[QUOTE=”palooka23, post: 9852874, member: 18088″]
Thanks to all replies! Appreciate everyone taking the time to read and give their .02 cents.
I have also done the “grow into my game” approach. I have been playing Srixons for years. My first set were ZTXs which were basically a players cavity back. Marshmallow soft and loved the low irons. The 3-5 (I played a 3i back then) were like butter knives and super hard to hit a consistent shot.
I took many lessons and practice hours thinking I would “grow into them” and then ultimately and reluctantly sold them and went into J40DPCs (in my opinion one of the best irons ever) which I regret ever selling til this day.
Ever since, I have really liked iron designs with a nice leading edge relief and have been in Srixons since. Flirted with P790 for about 2 weeks and realized they just weren’t for me.
As I get older though (Im 52 but in good shape) I prefer to make the game easier rather than “challenge” myself to better ball striking. I prefer to score well than to say “I would have scored well if it weren’t for…..”
Been there….and the process is maddeningly fun, but I am mellowing more into consistency over ball striking challenges.
Having said all that, lots to think about.
Thanks again everyone.
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I’m in the same boat. Golf is game of confidence. When I’m facing an important approach shot from a sidehill lie, I want a club that’s going to give me the greatest chance for success.
Has anyone gotten the AMT shafts in these bad boys? How do you like them?
[QUOTE=”MONTANTK, post: 9853278, member: 59303″]
Has anyone gotten the AMT shafts in these bad boys? How do you like them?
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have not. Using the Modus 120 S, which I’m so happy is a stock offering with so many clubs, works well with my swing.
[QUOTE=”Cinco, post: 9853607, member: 57776″]
have not. Using the Modus 120 S, which I’m so happy is a stock offering with so many clubs, works well with my swing.
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Love the Nippons I’m just worried they’re a tad too light. Tough to find Srixons to hit as a lefty
[QUOTE=”MONTANTK, post: 9853635, member: 59303″]
Love the Nippons I’m just worried they’re a tad too light. Tough to find Srixons to hit as a lefty
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What shaft are you hitting now? The Modus 120 is 114 in Stiff and 120 in X flex. If you went Modus 130 you get 124 and 130 in those flexes.