Equipment
In-hand look: New Mizuno JPX 919 Hot Metal Pro irons
Building off of the massive success of the totally revamped JPX series over the last three years, including a couple major victories with the JPX 900 Tour model, Mizuno is expanding the JPX options and again blurring the line between game improvement and players clubs with the introduction of the highly anticipated JPX 919 Hot Metal Pro.

What gets lost in the discussion with Mizuno and the JPX line is the original Hot Metal 900 was the best-selling iron for Mizuno in the 900 line up by quite a large margin and helped take back some relatively big market share from other OEMs in the category. When you take into account that for the majority of recreational (and even avid golfers) breaking 100 is a challenge, it’s easy to see how game improvement clubs make up the majority of on course and fitting studio sales. For a brand like Mizuno so closely associated with the PGA Tour and lower handicap players, that was a big step forward in consumer perception.

The JPX 919 Hot Metal Pro fits into the lineup for the aspiring player looking for both ball speed and an enhanced appearance from the top line. From first impression alongside my MP 18 blade, its easy to see how this club could find its way into the hands of even the most ascetically picky golfer.

The technology story comes from the combining of all the technology from the JPX 919 Hot Metal line including
- Proprietary chromoly 4140M to increase face strength, flex, & speed – while still allow for lie loft adjustments
- One Piece cupped geometry for improved feedback
- Re-engineered ribs in the cavity to improve acoustics
- Stability frame undercut to push mass to the furthest perimeters for maximum forgiveness
…all this now in a profile typically only seen in a “players cavity iron”

From a technical and fitting standpoint, the specs of the JPX 919 Hot Metal Pros are an exact match to the standard 919 Hot Metals (in regards to the lies and lofts). This makes it the perfect club to either combo into the short irons or, for those looking to add some forgiveness into the longer irons by combo-ing with either the forged of tour models in the shorter irons. This transition will be equally easy since the offset is inline to the offset numbers with the JPX 919 Tour’s. See more photos and discussion in the forums

Comparison between JPX 919 Hot Metal and 919 Hot Metal Pro

Comparison between JPX 919 Hot Metal and 919 Hot Metal Pro

Comparison between JPX 919 Hot Metal and 919 Hot Metal Pro
The best way to describe the target golfer for this is either a better player with moderate clubhead speed that needs more ball speed and higher launch to help hold more greens, the aspiring mid-handicapper looking to move into an iron that has a “players” profile while still offering forgiveness, or the golfer looking to combo a long iron replacement to compliment the rest of their set.
Even into the shorter irons, the Hot Metal Pros are a sight to been seen. Obviously, there is no mistaking this club for a pure blade, but you will be hard pressed to find a pitching wedge packed with this much technology in a shape that is both confidence inspiring and player preferred. There is also a matching 50-degree gap wedge to match the set and make the transition to traditional wedges easier.

Join the discussion in the forums.
Equipment
Tour Edge unveils all-new Exotics mini driver
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.
Equipment
Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss
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”
Equipment
From the GolfWRX Classifieds: 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo
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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Pelle
Feb 18, 2019 at 4:57 am
Mizuno, why aren’t you building Hot Metal PRO in left handed version? Why do you abandon us lefties, again?
Tiger Noods
Feb 6, 2019 at 3:01 am
What is “ascetically picky”?
www.dermatologistmumbai.com
Jan 25, 2019 at 7:24 am
Excellent post! We will be linking to this particularly great article on our site.
Keep up the good writing.
Jim Farrell
Jan 23, 2019 at 8:13 pm
What are the specs? Not enough information to be able to determine anything. Mizuno’s web site is pathetic.
scotty
Jan 23, 2019 at 2:00 pm
editing is important before publishing.
Miles
Jan 22, 2019 at 9:37 pm
I have been playing the MPH4s since they were released and haven’t found anything that could replace them. Curious to see how these will stack up against my trusty H4s…
John
Jan 22, 2019 at 12:09 pm
Left hand availability?
Jerry G
Jan 22, 2019 at 10:45 am
Looks good at address with help in the sole – I see HM Pro 4i with the 919F.
stan mccoy
Jan 22, 2019 at 10:38 am
when will they be out
Jerry
Jan 22, 2019 at 10:45 am
Next month from what Mizuno engineer said in a podcast.
Joe
Feb 20, 2019 at 8:36 pm
Which podcast?
Jordan
Jan 22, 2019 at 10:35 am
So the only question I have after this is, should I paint fill my MP-18’s with the black instead of white?
Pelle
Jan 22, 2019 at 9:59 am
Wow, Mizuno has really hit my sweet spot – again as it seems. I am really looking forward to try and most probably by them.