Mizuno’s MP iron line has always been admired by the best golfers for its stunning aesthetic and playability. The company’s rebranded “Mizuno Pro” line still offers something for the best golfers, but throws tons of technology at it, while offering a hollow body version that will reach mid-handicappers. This new family of clubs will be available February 3rd. Keep an eye on our social channels and launch zone for the latest arrivals in 2022.
For golfers, Mizuno’s MP irons were immediately identifiable as some of the best player’s irons in the game. Sexy and sharp in appearance, and buttery to hit, MP irons have found their way into many of the best players in the world.
The company’s new version is called “Mizuno Pro” (MP, get it?) and come in three different versions—the 221, a great muscleback aimed at low or plus handicap players, the 223, which has much of the same feel as the 221, but with more tech, and the 225, which uses Mizuno’s Hot Metal, making it playable and long.
Mizuno Pro 221
The company calls this the “Ultimate Muscleback,” and it is based on the blades that have made Mizuno so well regarded. With a shorter face profile and narrow top line, the 221s are more compact than previous MP irons, with very little if any offset. The 221 line uses Mizuno’s Grain Flow forging from Hiroshima, Japan, a fact that’s been true in the company’s irons for more than 50 years. The changes are subtle here, but significant.
Are they for you?
Are you an aspiring tour player? Than these will be right in your wheelhouse. But most people will gravitate to the 223 line.
MIZUNO PRO 223
Another iron aimed at elite golfers, but this one comes with more tech. In fact, what you’ll find with the 223 is an iron set that brings tech to the concept. It uses a complete new technology platform for the 4 to 7 irons that combines Mizuno’s Chromoly Forging and Flow Micro-Slot, which produces great ball speeds. All of this comes in a head shape that will be looked at approvingly by the best golfers, whether they are trying to win the Club C, or play on tour. With a face that is 2.4 mm thick, you’ll grab distance without sacrificing the look. Think of it this way—Mizuno took the technology of its JPX921 irons, and made them look and play like irons aimed at the best golfers in the world.
Are they for you?
Do you love the look of the irons the best in the world play, but want some increased forgiveness and stability? Mizuno Pro 223 still appeals to the best players, but you’ll see these sneak into the bags of tour pros and good amateur players alike.
MIZUNO PRO 225
The 225 uses Mizuno’s Hot Metal Blade technology, making it a hollow iron that offers great distance, but also the look one expects from a terrific iron. Of course, Mizuno improved the aesthetic from previous versions, making this one smaller and using CORTECH multi-thickness face tech for super hot ball speeds.
Grain Flowed 4135 Chromoly is used in the face and neck of the iron, and is combined with a forged hollow body and tungsten weighting to create both distance and height.
Are they for you?
Want a great looking iron, but also need a bit of distance and a higher flight on your shots? That’s what you’ll get from the 225 line. What’s more, these work well in a graduated set when mixed with the 223 line, meaning you could have your longer irons from the 225 line, and scoring irons from the 223 line.
Beautiful irons, when will they be available in golf town? Will they be available in heads only?
I have played Mizuno jp’s with the 4,5&6 hybridsrids for these past 20 years.
I am going to be 78 on April 4th 2022.
More than just a little apprehensive about wether I can handle these at my age and how long I will be able to play them effectively.
I am on a fixed income and loathe to spend grievously. Any thoughts on my dilemma?