Srixon launch ZX Mk II irons, updating the ZX4, ZX5 and ZX7

Srixon ZX Mk II irons

The Srixon ZX Mk II irons look to improve on the excellent ZX4, ZX5 and ZX7 models.

Srixon irons don’t grab the headlines (or sales) in the same way new releases from the likes of TaylorMade and Callaway do, but those in the know regard Srixon irons extremely highly – and with good reason.

In fact, many discerning golfers view Srixon irons as among the best out there. The build quality, performance and feel on offer is comparable to anything in our pick of the best golf irons.

And Srixon irons have found a place in the bags of tour pros and major winners like Hideki Matsuyama, Shane Lowry, Brooks Koepka and Ryan Fox, among others.

Replacing the ZX range, the new generation of Srixon ZX Mk II irons have big shoes to fill.

“The technologies driving the exceptional performance of the ZX Mk II Irons are really exciting to launch and get into golfer’s hands,” says Brian Schielke, General Manager of Srixon. “Longer distances, improved feel, more control, and greater consistency are seen throughout each new iron set, and they provide a seamless transition for building a combo set.”

Designed for the best ball-strikers in the world, ZX7 Mk II Irons are a true players iron with incredible feel. An all-new design characteristic exclusive to ZX7 Mk II Irons, PureFrame enhances feel by reducing unwanted vibrations. PureFrame is forged into the body of the iron – just behind the sweet spot – as an 80% thicker portion of 1020 carbon steel. The result is a remarkably soft yet solid feeling at impact that the best players demand.

Meanwhile, the rest of the ZX Mk II Iron line features the second generation of Srixon’s MainFrame technology. MainFrame is a variable thickness pattern of grooves, channels, and cavities carefully milled into the backside of ZX4, ZX5, and ZX Mk II Utility Iron faces that maximize flex at impact. It not only boosts ball speed, but also repositions mass away from the face and into the toe for better forgiveness and consistency on every shot.

A mainstay of Srixon Iron design, ZX Mk II Irons are designed with the brand’s Tour V.T. Sole and sole notches. The V-Shaped design of the Tour V.T. Sole maintains clubhead speed through impact for a clean, precise strike. Revered by the Srixon tour staff, the sole notches lessen drag by reducing the amount of surface area that contacts the ground to improve shot versatility without sacrificing forgiveness.

“While we’ve improved these irons in so many ways over the first generation of ZX Irons, we’ve also kept the sleek looks, pure feel, and core DNA of Srixon Irons that golfers have come to expect,” says Schielke.

To round out the new iron lineup, Srixon introduces the Z-FORGED II, a muscle back blade iron with player-preferred shaping that offers exceptional feel and ultra-precise control. Designed in close collaboration with Srixon’s professional tour staff, Z-FORGED II features a razor-sharp address profile, forged construction, and a highly workable sole design for skilled players who want the most from forged feel and stunning looks.

Srixon ZX Mk II irons – Key Technologies:

PureFrame: Forged into ZX7 Mk II as an 80% thicker portion of 1020 carbon steel, PureFrame is strategically placed right where you strike the ball, delivering an enhanced impact feel for pro-level performance.

MainFrame: MainFrame is a variable thickness pattern of grooves, channels, and cavities carefully milled into the backside of the iron face that maximizes flex at impact. MainFrame is on ZX4 Mk II, ZX5 Mk II, and ZX Mk II Utility Irons.

Tour V.T. Sole: Tour V.T. Sole takes turf interaction to a whole new level of detail with a proprietary combination of sole widths, bounce angles, and notches that encourages a smooth glide through fairway, rough and sand to strike the ball solidly without losing speed.

Progressive Grooves: The 3i-7i feature wide grooves, ideal for longer shots in all conditions. The 8i-AW have deeper, closer set grooves that cut through grass and debris to enhance spin on approach shots. Laser milling between each groove, on every loft, enhances friction in all conditions.

Forged Multi-Piece Construction: ZX Mk II Utility’s forged SUP10 faces are strong yet light – increasing face-flex at impact for enhanced speed and distance – while a forged 1020 carbon steel body absorbs vibrations for a softer feel.

Srixon ZX7 Mk II Irons

A players’ Iron with tour-preferred looks and the soft feel of a premium blade.

The Srixon ZX7 is aimed at elite ball-strikers and offers excellent levels of control for those who can strike it consistently.

There’s a thin topline, narrow sole, short blade length and minimal offset – all things top players tend to like to see, but don’t expect a huge amount of forgiveness here.

Srixon ZX5 Mk II Irons

Described as “fast, soft and powerful”, the Srixon ZX5 Mk II promises the perfect union of looks, power and playability. You get the looks and feel of a true players’ iron, but with some more ball speed, distance and forgiveness as part of the package.

The ZX5 Mk II has a slightly wider sole and longer blade length than the ZX7.

Srixon ZX4 Mk II Irons

The hollow-bodied Srixon ZX4 Mk II is the most forgiving model in the ZX Iron series. It has the longest blade length and the highest offset, while still offering a very appealing look at address.

Perfect for combo sets

Srixon recognize that combo sets are more popular than ever and have made the ZX Mk II irons perfectly suited for a mix-and-match. Every ZX Mk II iron model features the same topline thickness, so you get the same look at address on every shot.

Srixon ZX Mk II irons – Price and Release Date

The Srixon ZX Mk II ZX7, ZX4 and ZX5 irons launch 20 January 2023. The Srixon Z-Forged II comes later, on 19 April 2023.

Iron sets are $1,199.99 / £1,099.

The Srixon ZX Mk II Utility Iron is $239.99 / £229

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