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2021 PXG Gen4 irons: Precision-driven performance

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After teasing us for weeks PXG is delivering all the tech details of their new Gen4 irons featuring the 0311 XP, 0311 P, and 0311 T irons, and we’re here to break it down.

Gen4 iron goals

  • Utilize all available technology to improve performance.
  • Optimize internal material to increase distance and feel.
  • Make them easier to dial in for each individual golfer.

2021 PXG Gen4 irons: Technology

PXG irons have always been about pushing the envelope of technology and performance without sacrificing looks or feel. Now with the release of the PXG Gen4 series—featuring the 0311 XP, 0311 P, and 0311 T irons—PXG is taking things even further with improved technology and construction methods.

“Our goal is always to excel at the process of building the best clubs possible. We start with a target and we’ll do anything to reach that performance goal – we’ve actually overachieved with the new Gen4 iron.”
– Bob Parsons, Founder PXG

Technology and design keys

Let’s start with the body, where PXG is once again utilizing a high-end, five-times forging process to shape the 8620 soft carbon steel to within tight tolerances of its final spec. This five-step process requires multiple forging dies, and unlike with casting, where molds have a much longer life-cycle, the forging dies to need to be replaced more often to keep production parts in-spec. It costs more, but the end result is a better final component.

Now to the faces of the PXG 0311 irons, which are made from HT 17170 high-strength maraging steel. This is the same steel used in the construction of the faces for PXG fairway woods and hybrids and is designed for flex and speed. This material allows the engineers to stretch the limit of face thickness and increase ball speed and save mass to be repositioned around the head to increase MOI (forgiveness).

Finally, when it comes to technology, it wouldn’t be a PXG iron if it wasn’t filled with a material to support the super-thin face, and for the Gen4 irons, engineers are using a softer more compressible material to allow the face to flex while still maintaining structural stability. More flex means more rebound, and more rebound equals more distance from shots hit around the face.

One big change – One big weight

The PXG Gen4 series is a total design departure from anything PXG has done before, and the most noticeable element—especially in the irons—is the signature smaller weight screws have been mostly removed in favor of a single larger one.

This larger centrally located weight screw in the rear of the irons eliminates the need for swing weight to be dialed in using tip weights located in the hosel. Yes, hosel tip weights are still standard in most irons in the industry and don’t generally have an effect on performance, but at a very very finite level, they alter the CG (center of gravity), and when your goal is perfection, you don’t cut corners.

Just heads up for you tinkerers though, the weights will be factory-installed and are not intended to be changed after the final build, but they will be used by fitters during the fitting process to offer another level to the PXG custom fitting experience.

Meet the PXG Gen4 iron models

0311 XP

The 0311 XP is the largest iron in the Gen4 0311 family and is intended for mid-to-higher handicap golfers who are looking for additional height and distance from their irons. The XP also features the greatest amount of offset, but can still be easily blended with other irons in the series to build combo sets if requested.

0311 P

The 0311 P is Goldilock’s “just right” bowl of porridge in iron form. It offers the perfect blend of playability and forgiveness in a medium to compact package intended for mid to lower handicap golfers. The 0311 P has a moderate amount of offset that transitions through the set which makes it the perfect candidate to combo with the XP longer irons or the T short irons…

0311T

The 0311 T’s are the smallest “hollow body” iron in the PXG lineup and offer all the same technology but in a compact profile. If you want something smaller than this, it’s going to have to be the 0311, or 0211 ST ( Super Tour ) blades.

With the 0311T, you get workability and ball speed from a blade-like club, without the worry of coming up way short if you miss it outside of the sweet spot. Thanks to the small amount of progressive offset they also combo very nicely with the 0311_ longer irons.

Pricing and availability

The entire PXG Gen 4 line of clubs are now available to be custom ordered from PXG through PXG.comand all three new 0311 iron models are priced at $349.99 a club, in-stock configurations with additional shaft and grip options available with an upcharge.

 

 

Ryan Barath is a club-fitter & master club builder with more than 17 years of experience working with golfers of all skill levels, including PGA Tour players. He is the former Build Shop Manager & Social Media Coordinator for Modern Golf. He now works independently from his home shop and is a member of advisory panels to a select number of golf equipment manufacturers. You can find Ryan on Twitter and Instagram where he's always willing to chat golf, and share his passion for club building, course architecture and wedge grinding.

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  1. Pingback: GolfWRX Spotted: PXG Gen 4 ST Super Tour iron? – GolfWRX

  2. Ned

    Mar 11, 2021 at 5:38 am

    There is no way any iron is two plus times the price of any other golf iron. Side by side stats will prove that.

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Tour Edge unveils all-new Exotics mini driver

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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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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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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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