Why We Like It
Arguably the most technologically advanced iron in Srixon’s line, the ZX4 Mk II brings all the power one could want. The cast, multipiece hollow-body iron features a forged high-strength steel face insert that has the ball coming out of the blocks like an Olympic sprinter. That’s not just from the springy metal though. Srixon used a supercomputer to simulate thousands of impacts, and a variable-thickness face pattern was milled into the backside of the face insert to maximize ball speed.The long and middle irons—to the 7-iron—have wider and shallower grooves, and the grooves in the short irons are narrower and deeper to optimize spin.
Characteristics
- Sole width is slimmer to be more in line with ZX5 Mk II to make blending sets easier.
- Tungsten in the toe area of the long and middle irons optimizes CG location and increases stability.
- A forged high-strength steel face insert creates more deformation at impact.
- 7-iron: 28.5 degrees; PW: 43 degrees
Highlights
- Top 5 best-looking game-improvement irons, high-handicaps
- Top 5 best-looking game-improvement irons, low-handicaps
- Top 5 best sound/feel game-improvement irons, all handicap groups
- Top 5 best-rated game-improvement irons, all handicap groups
Price
$171 per iron
HOT LIST PLAYERS FEEDBACK
Ratings are based on players’ assessments in three key performance areas.
Reviews
Aggressive look at address. Really dynamic through the grass—the slope on the sole really made a steeper swing move through the turf easier. Almost feels like a players iron.
Daniel, 32, Handicap: 12These check all the boxes: good look, nice sound, workable yet forgiving. I love the mid-to-high ball flight that resembles a parabola. Scratch players could game these and clean up.
Erika, 43, Handicap: 0Love the textured back and how it looks at address. Doesn’t feel clunky. Good feedback in the hands. Consistent and workable. Could conjure up a fade or draw no problem.
Conor, 30, Handicap: 7Why 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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