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Lynx Golf introducing 2020 Prowler Forged irons, VT Stinger utility to North America

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7 years ago

Nov 5, 2019

Lynx Golf is coming back to North America with the introduction of the premium Prowler Forged irons and VT Stinger Utility irons for 2020.

“Our Prowler lines have been embraced by players around the world because they perform incredibly well and have a beautiful aesthetic that speaks to avid golfers,” says Steve Elford, CEO and co-owner of Lynx Golf.

“These additions to the collection fill two spaces our customers have been asking for, a driving iron with outstanding performance and without the standard bulky look of modern hybrids, and a cavity-back forged iron that looks and feels as good as our blades, but offers added forgiveness.”

We first saw the Lynx Prowler Forged irons and VT Stinger at the 2019 PGA Show in Orlando, but that was to introduce them to the world, and at that time they were not actually available to the North American golfer through traditional channels.

The launch of the Prowler line of clubs coincides with the launch of www.lynxgolfusa.com, which now makes the popular UK brand more accessible to the North American market. The Prowler Forged irons and VT Stinger will be joining a variety of other popular designs from Lynx that are now available in the U.S. including the Prowler VT irons, Black Cat, and Tigress lines of clubs.

Lynx Prowler VT Stinger Utility Driving Iron

For Lynx, the entire Prowler line represents the peak of the company’s engineering and manufacturing processes, and the VT Stinger is no exception.

The VT Stinger utility features a variable thickness (VT) face that helps redistributes mass around the perimeter of the clubhead to increase MOI (moment of inertia). This increase in MOI has improved accuracy and distance on mishits by 36 percent, according to Lynx Golf. The classic muscleback design boasts a sole that is wider than a traditional blade style long iron while still maintaining the classic aesthetics.

Specs and Availability

The VT Stinger utility comes in lofts of 12.5 degrees and 16 degrees, and is stock with either a KBS Tour steel shaft for $129, or UST Mamiya Recoil graphite shaft $149. Considering other options currently in the market place from other OEMs, the VT Stringer is a great value.

Lynx Golf Prowler Forged Irons

2020 Lynx Prowler VT Forged iron: 7-iron

The Prowler Forged irons are forged from soft 1020 carbon steel, then CNC milled for precise center of gravity placement and quality control. They feature a polished chrome finish and progressive offset design to appeal to golfers of all handicap ranges looking for a classically styled iron packed with modern technologies.

On top of being CNC milled, each head is equipped with five fixed tungsten screws, which allowed Lynx engineers to precisely position mass, to create a lower center of gravity and increased clubhead MOI. This lower CG improves launch and spin, which for the golfer translates to higher flying shots that are easier to stop.

The other key design feature of the Prowler Forged versus the previous forged iron from Lynx is a 20 percent longer blade length to provide greater playability and performance while still offering a better player preferred shape from address.

Specs and Availability

The Prowler Forged iron set comes stock 5-PW and are available with either KBS Tour 90 Steel shafts for $999 or UST Mamiya’s graphite Recoil shaft for $1,169. Both 3-iron and 4-iron are available to purchase separately.

More photos of Lynx Prowler VT Forged irons and the VT Stinger utility in the forums.

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19 Comments

Jack Nash

Nov 6, 2019 at 4:59 pm

Wonder if Freddy will get back on the train.

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Dave r

Nov 6, 2019 at 4:14 pm

What market are these headed for ? Do they replace the hybrid irons ? Will they be easier to hit ? Next year looking to get fitted into proper shafts for hybrids or should one try these instead ?

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peter

Nov 6, 2019 at 6:51 am

I have the VT forged irons and they are sensational.

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Rich Douglas

Nov 5, 2019 at 10:28 pm

“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Hi, we’re the very flattered lawyers from PXG….”

What I love best is the single-length version of these. I can’t wait to….huh? No? Okay. Never mind.

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Brandon

Nov 5, 2019 at 10:14 pm

1000 bucks for a set of 5-pw from a defunct brand trying to make a comeback? I don’t think so, Tim.

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- juannybravo
  
  Nov 6, 2019 at 9:51 am
  
  Lynx has been a major company in Europe and the UK since they disappeared into the Golfsmith abyss like 15-20 years ago.
  
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- John
  
  Nov 6, 2019 at 1:40 pm
  
  Dont knock it until you try it
  
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Rolling Stone

Nov 5, 2019 at 10:11 pm

That cavity looks like a pretty good design of a baseball diamond! I’m guessing the drilled out holes are a nod to PXG!

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Caroline

Nov 5, 2019 at 6:28 pm

Am I wrong but wasn’t there an article a year or two ago about how the Lynx name was brought back using clubs being made in china using designs being offered by those same Chinese factories….how much R&D is Lynx doing verses buying models already developed by second parties? Just as so many boutique golf ball companies use balls made for them with second party R&D.

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- Brandon
  
  Nov 5, 2019 at 10:22 pm
  
  I definitely remember reading something along those lines.
  
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- bob
  
  Nov 6, 2019 at 6:41 pm
  
  you would be surprised how many companies use heads developed by second parties.
  
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Gurn

Nov 5, 2019 at 5:21 pm

If Ernie kept playing Lynx’s he woulda won 12 majors…
Sad

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Bryce

Nov 5, 2019 at 1:03 pm

Their Quality control is terrible. I have a set of the Prowler VT in gunmetal, but when put on loft and lie machine was all over the place. And only get them in KBS90 shafts? Those things were ballooning a mile in the air. Trashed the shafts and put recoils in them and million times better. Anyone considering them, play similar to Titleist TMB’s, true hollow body, no foam or filler. Very hot and little too long for my liking.

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Pauli

Nov 5, 2019 at 1:00 pm

These are not pretty. And how much ?! That seems a lot for an ugly iron from what is generally perceived as a non premium brand

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Scott McLane

Nov 5, 2019 at 11:20 am

PXG should be flattered, apparently some Companies do not beleive in their own R&D, just take someone else’s.

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JP

Nov 5, 2019 at 9:20 am

There’s something screwy about those irons!?!

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- Dyson Bochambeau
  
  Nov 5, 2019 at 10:36 am
  
  yes the shafts should all be the same length
  
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  - Jack
    
    Nov 5, 2019 at 9:06 pm
    
    Shutup and go use your same length vacuum
    
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    - Rich Douglas
      
      Nov 6, 2019 at 11:09 am
      
      Nice manners!
      
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Tour Edge unveils all-new Exotics mini driver

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1 day ago

May 12, 2026

Gianni Magliocco

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.

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Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss

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2 days ago

May 12, 2026

Gianni Magliocco

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”

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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo

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2 days ago

May 12, 2026

Gianni Magliocco

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