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The T’s are back: PXG launches new 0311 Gen8 irons

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PXG 0311 irons have a long tradition of combining distance, forgiveness, and soft feel since their introduction 10 years ago. Bob Parsons started PXG with irons that were built differently and performed differently, and since then, his team has strived for more and more with each generation. Now we get the latest from the PXG engineering team in the 0311 Gen8 iron, and they could be the best this Arizona-based company has made.

“With Gen8, we focused on elevating every performance variable without compromise,” said Mike Nicolette, Sr. Director of Irons Research & Development. “From the polymer to the face architecture to the weighting system, every element works together to maximize energy transfer, tighten dispersion, and deliver the soft, responsive feel golfers expect from PXG.”

Each iron, including the 0311 X Utility, has a body that is 5x forged from 8620 steel for a soft and responsive feel. Forging each head 5 times enables the forging press to produce a more precise, detailed part. It is more expensive, but when you are building multi-piece heads like PXG, you need that precision to get the weight exactly where you need it.

During that forging process, there are internal voids designed to accommodate high-density tungsten weights. This internal tungsten is out in the toe section and varies from 15g to 25g, depending on the iron, to help boost MOI and create launch conditions specific to each iron. That forged body is then attached to a very thin and flexible maraging steel face so each iron has the ball speed it needs to perform at the highest level. But PXG has done its research, and to help eliminate flyers or inconsistent speeds off the face, its Power Channel is designed into the back of the club face. Power Channel runs along the top and sides of the face to control how the face flexes and optimize launch conditions.

PXG has been known for being one of the pioneers in hollow body iron design, and the new 0311 Gen8 irons keep that alive with QuantumCOR polymer inside. QuantumCOR was developed to produce the fastest ball speeds while working in stride with the ultra-thin maraging steel face. This polymer material is the softest PXG to create a great feel and sound, but it also has to be lightweight and rebound quickly to create speed. The third part of this performance trifecta is called Deep Recoil technology, and it is how PXG engineered more space between the face and the back of the iron where the polymer is compressed further for more energy transfer and extra distance.

This year’s irons also feature two weights on the back of the club head that will allow your fitter to really tailor these irons to your swing. The Dual Perimeter Weighting System can be used in several ways to help golfers. The simple part is changing out weights to get the perfect swing weight for a custom build or feel preference. Fitters can also swap out a heavy weight in the heel to allow a player to release the club more easily and get the ball on a straighter starting line. Moving a heavy weight out towards the toe can help slow the iron rotation down during the swing and help create more consistent center-face contact.

0311 Gen8 P

The 0311 P is the bread-and-butter iron that packs a ton of performance into a mid-sized head. From scratch players to mid handicap, the 0311 P creates longer shots with control and higher peak height. A medium thickness topline and a small amount of offset look good in the bag and from the address. This is the iron that will offer the best blend of distance, forgiveness, and looks.

0311 Gen8 T

PXG went with a short blade length and slightly taller face for a more players look. But the looks didn’t take away any performance that the 0311 T produces. While the face is thin, it is slightly thicker than the other 0311 irons to offer more control and increase spin for hitting different shots into the green. The 0311 T gives you a thinner topline, sole, and less offset for confidence at address.

0311 Gen8 XP

If you are looking for maximum performance, then the 0311 XP is the larger-sized club head that will do it all. The thinnest face and strongest lofts in the line will create massive ball speed and distance, while the internal tungsten weighting will get the ball in the air quickly. Mid- to high-handicap players who need some extra forgiveness will love the high MOI and extended sweet spot, which creates good shots when shots are off-center.

0311 Gen8 X Utility

PXG 0311 Gen8 Iron Specs & Pricing

  • Chrome: $229 Per Iron($1,603  7-piece set)
  • Xtreme Dark: $249 Per Iron ($1,743  7-piece set)
  • X Utility: $229 (Chrome), $249 (Xtreme Dark)

I have been an employee at GolfWRX since 2016. In that time I have been helping create content on GolfWRX Radio, GolfWRX YouTube, as well as writing for the front page. Self-proclaimed gear junkie who loves all sorts of golf equipment as well as building golf clubs!

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5 Comments

  1. donn rutkoff

    Jan 16, 2026 at 1:35 pm

    Is the 5x forging very similar to Mizuno Grain flow forging?

  2. Boom Baby

    Jan 16, 2026 at 8:40 am

    Back of the iron looks cheap and disgusting.

    • Tyler Durden

      Jan 17, 2026 at 5:51 pm

      Be sure to let Bob know. I’m sure he’s been waiting for your input

    • Ben

      Jan 19, 2026 at 8:48 pm

      I couldn’t agree more

  3. billy

    Jan 15, 2026 at 9:33 pm

    I heard the Gen 9’s are gonna be better

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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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