Why We Like It
The traditional blade appearance of the Mizuno Pro 245 says, “Be afraid. Be very afraid.” The performance, however, says otherwise. This hollow-body iron is grain-flow forged from 4135 Chromoly steel for the face and neck all the way to the 8-iron. Internal tungsten weighting in the irons up to the 7-iron is 46.4 grams as opposed to 30 grams in its predecessor. A new method of laser welding suspends the tungsten in the head so that it doesn’t touch the sole, allowing the face to flex better and boost ball speed.
Characteristics
- Improved turf interaction through sole grind and increased bounce.
- Fifty percent more tungsten than its predecessor increases forgiveness and launch.
- A new Mizuno Pro Fli-Hi offers a viable alternative to long irons.
- 7-iron: 30 degrees; PW: 43 degrees
Highlights
- Top 5 best-looking players-distance irons, low-handicaps
- Top 5 best sound/feel players-distance irons, high-handicaps
- Top 5 best-rated players-distance irons, low-handicaps
Price
$200 per iron
HOT LIST PLAYERS FEEDBACK
Ratings are based on players’ assessments in three key performance areas.
Reviews
Best blend of power, playability and soft feel. I can confidently attack the ball without fear of a punishing miss. High launch with controllable power and a towering ball flight.
BK, 41, Handicap: 1Slightly thinner silhouette. I like the compact design and well-hidden technology. Effortless to launch the ball and makes a resounding crack on flushed shots. Shorter irons have minimal spin.
Alex, 39, Handicap: 11Looks muscular and athletic. Explosive at impact. Didn't need to swing hard to get the ball launching off the face with power and energy. Workable but still forgiving.
Scott, 36, Handicap: 14Why 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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