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Mizuno announces new JPX 919 Tour Forged irons are coming August 29 (via cryptic Twitter post)
While cryptic, it does appear Mizuno is announcing via Twitter that its new JPX 919 Tour irons are coming on 8/29/18. One would have to assume that means they will be launched on 8/29, not actually hitting retail on 8/29, but that remains to be seen.
8.29.18 #JPX919 pic.twitter.com/CRPEJ78vJS
— Mizuno Golf North America (@MizunoGolfNA) August 17, 2018
We recently spotted a number of new irons on the USGA conforming list, including the JPX919 Tour irons pictured above, JPX919 Forged and JPX919 Hot Metal irons from Mizuno. So it’s likely that the JPX 919 Tour Forged irons won’t be alone in the JPX 919 family when they hit retail.
The JPX 919 Tour iron specifically pictured in the Tweet above seems to be the replacement for Mizuno’s JPX 900 Tour irons that Brooks Koepka used to win this year’s U.S. Open and PGA Championship. Learn more about the original JPX 900 Tour design from Mizuno’s Chris Voshal on our Gear Dive podcast.
Diving a bit deeper into the picture from Mizuno’s Tweet, it appears the JPX919 Tour irons will utilize Mizuno’s familiar Grain Flow forging, and will be made from 1025E; that’s based on the hosel stamping that says “GF Forged HD 1025E.”
Stay tuned for more info from Mizuno.
See what GolfWRX members are saying about the JPX919 Tour irons here.
Tour Edge Golf has today introduced the all-new Exotics mini driver, engineered to deliver a powerful combination of speed, control, and versatility in the long game.
The Exotics Mini combines a titanium face with a stainless-steel body in design to balance ball speed with stability and control, creating a versatile option at the top end of the bag.
At the core of the design is Tour Edge’s proprietary Combo Brazing technology, a high-precision thermal bonding process that seamlessly fuses a titanium cup face to a stainless-steel body into a single, continuous structure. By eliminating energy loss found in traditional multi-piece constructions, Combo Brazing is designed to deliver faster face response, more efficient energy transfer, and a uniquely powerful yet controlled feel.
The multi-material construction also allows mass to be positioned lower and deeper in the head in a bid to increase stability, while the thin titanium face is engineered to maintain ball speed across a wider impact area.
“While the initial goal was to enhance control and versatility in the long game, Combo Brazing ultimately drove measurable gains in ball speed and distance within the mini driver category. In robot testing, we’ve documented higher ball speeds, higher launch, reduced spin, and increased carry and total distance compared to leading models.” – Vice President of R&D Matt Neeley
In addition to distance performance, the Exotics mini emphasizes forgiveness through a heavier stainless-steel body that shifts mass toward the perimeter. This configuration increases MOI relative to traditional all-titanium mini drivers, helping preserve ball speed and directional stability on off-center strikes. Paired with Pyramid Face Technology from the Exotics metalwood line, the design is intended to support consistent speed across the face.
To further enhance MOI, a lightweight carbon fiber crown frees additional mass that is strategically repositioned low and deep in the head in design to improve stability and promote optimal launch with controlled spin.
“We designed the Mini to be about five millimeters shallower than other mini drivers on the market. That change improves playability off the deck. From a clean fairway lie, it can function as a strong 3-wood alternative while still providing control off the tee.” – Tour Edge CEO David Glod
An adjustable hosel system allows for loft and lie tuning to dial in trajectory and shot shape, while a fixed 13-gram rear weight helps stabilize the head through impact to improve dispersion consistency. The Exotics Mini Driver is available in 11.5 and 13.5-degree lofts in right-handed models.
Pricing & Availability
The Exotics Mini Driver is available for pre-order beginning today for $399.99 USD at touredge.com, and will be available for purchase at retail outlets worldwide on May 22, 2026.
In our forums, our members have been pitting a Srixon ZXi combo against a TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo. WRXer ‘edutch22’ is on the hunt for a new set of irons and kicks off the thread saying:
“Looking at picking up a new set of irons and think I’ve narrowed it down to Srixon ZXi combo or Taylormade P7CB/770 combo. I am currently a 5 cap and allbeit I feel irons are my weakness. My miss is a little to the toe side. I am decently steep at 4-5 down. Always thought I am high spin but recently on trackman my 7 was spinning at 5800 roughly.
My question or looking for thoughts on which one would benefit me more from a forgiveness standpoint? Or is there another iron is should be looking at entirely? I only get to play about once or twice a week, if I am not playing a 2-3 day event. Thanks in advance.”
And our members have been sharing their thoughts and suggestions in response.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- manima1: “You just can’t go wrong with Srixon ZXi7.”
- MattM97: “You have to hit them to know, the V-Sole on the Srixon can be make or break for many.”
- dmeeksDC: “P7CB is more forgiving for me than ZXi7 because my main miss is low middle and the P7CB still flies and spins great on that miss. These are both really nice irons but I like the P7CB more than the Zxi7 and the P770 (or P790) more than the Zxi5. The Srixons are larger so if that gives you confidence that is the way to go. I don’t feel like I get any benefit from the V-sole and the P7CBs live up to their high Maltby forgiveness rating so the TaylorMades have been great for me.”
Entire Thread: “Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss”
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @pianoman0123 has a 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo up for grabs.
From the listing: “2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade Combo. 4-8 irons are CB’s and the 9,PW are Blades. 5-PW have Project X 6.0 Shafts and the 4 Iron has a Steelfiber CW110 Stiff Shaft. Standard Length, Lie and Lofts. These are in very good condition the shafts just don’t work for me. Like new Lamkin Grips on the 5-PW and a stock Golf Pride on the 4 Iron. $525 OBO.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules
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Harryhenderson
Aug 30, 2018 at 6:31 pm
I have put my loved ap3 irons on eBay got to demo these here in Vegas Love the feel looks got me!
Doober
Aug 23, 2018 at 12:20 pm
These are erotic
rex235
Aug 21, 2018 at 2:42 pm
If Mizuno follows their recent trend, the JPX 919 Tours will be RH Only.
Skippo
Aug 23, 2018 at 2:27 pm
Damn annoying – these or blades is all I want – can’t get – hopefully MP20 blades are in left
Dmack
Aug 20, 2018 at 8:27 pm
Every detail has been intricately executed into a cutting edge design. Sweet! Looks like long irons will have small cavities for improved launch. I’m sure they will transition to solid in the short irons. Can’t Waite to try! Glove box fund is building.
Funkaholic
Aug 20, 2018 at 11:20 am
This gives me gas (gear acquisition syndrome).
shane
Aug 19, 2018 at 3:04 pm
Miz grain flow forged irons are the sweetest, most buttery, exciting irons on the market.
Scott
Aug 18, 2018 at 10:45 pm
Boron?
Skippo
Aug 23, 2018 at 2:29 pm
Nope – 919 forged will be
PJ
Aug 18, 2018 at 7:32 pm
Gorgeous.
shane
Aug 19, 2018 at 3:01 pm
I would love to get my fingers on those Miz irons and caress the curves and crevices in the cavity back…. OoOoOoh 😛
steve
Aug 18, 2018 at 2:05 pm
Is there a USA made brand of hot forged irons… or are they all made in Japan, China, Taiwan, Bangladesh…???
Skippo
Aug 23, 2018 at 2:30 pm
Don’t know of any forging in USA but NCW mill in USA
Paul
Aug 18, 2018 at 11:28 am
every comment here has a flavor of “get of my lawn”….jeez guys…..they are high end and innovative design….sorry its not your ole Wilson blades from 87
shane
Aug 18, 2018 at 1:53 pm
These Miz 919s are so beautiful I can’t wait to get my trembling hands on them. Perfect design in a perfect forged club = soft buttery feel. Only 10 days of suffering before I can buy them.
KDP
Aug 18, 2018 at 10:30 am
Im a big fan of Mizuno irons, they typically have a nice balance of performance and beautiful design. These 919 irons, however, look pretty goofy. I don’t get it.
Mv
Aug 28, 2018 at 3:48 pm
I wouldn’t say goofy but they look more like something srixon would release with the sharp angles. Not a fan. I liked when they had soft angles like the mp32,64,68,69,4,5.
It seems to go against their tradition but I understand all companies change.
R
Aug 18, 2018 at 1:59 am
But why 919? Why not just carry on and call it 950? crazy naming
Jared
Aug 17, 2018 at 11:36 pm
Lefty coming out???
Skippo
Aug 23, 2018 at 2:32 pm
Nope – ignored again – 919 forged though
Wiger Toods
Aug 17, 2018 at 8:29 pm
If the roadrunner is a cut-out, that’ll make for some cool paint fill options. Gotta say that cavity looks like a pig to clean.
Travis
Aug 17, 2018 at 6:47 pm
Not a fan of these at all.
ogo
Aug 17, 2018 at 6:29 pm
I love the look of the cavity back design… it reeks with reiteration of Mizuno engineering and ne plus ultra design.
Josh Patterson
Aug 17, 2018 at 5:08 pm
But does Koepka switch after winning multiple majors?
gunmetal
Aug 17, 2018 at 10:56 pm
If he were on staff with Mizuno there’s been a slight miniscule possibility of switching. Given that he’s not a Mizuno staffer I’d say no chance at all.
seabass
Aug 17, 2018 at 2:29 pm
I play the 900 tours, and they are the best irons I’ve ever hit…can’t imagine how they are better?
shane
Aug 19, 2018 at 3:02 pm
It’s all about the design of the cavity back with it’s curves and crevices…!!!
2putttom
Aug 17, 2018 at 1:35 pm
for our viewing pleasure “HD” irons now