Srixon Z785 Irons Review
At first glance, the Srixon Z785 Irons look like a good player’s club. And they are. Their compact profile, thin top line, and minimal offset are the look that a lot of better players prefer. But just because you aren’t a scratch player doesn’t mean you don’t stand to benefit from these irons too. They offer ample forgiveness and provide sufficient distance. That makes them appealing to everyone from mid-handicappers to scratch players. If you’re new to the game of golf however, an iron with a larger sweet spot and some more forgiveness might be a better choice.
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Every year, it seems like the equipment Srixon brings to market just gets better and better. I can remember the days when they were a little-known brand with only a handful of guys on Tour wearing their logo. My how times have changed. Now the likes of Shane Lowery, Keegan Bradley, and Hideki Matsuyama (all Major Champions) employ their clubs. There are countless others too.
This year’s gear is no exception. But in keeping with the recent trend we’ve noticed at Golfer’s Authority, we’re going to review some irons that are a few years old in this article.
The Srixon Z785s were first introduced in 2018. While the brand has churned out new top-of-the-line equipment since then, these irons remain one of the most sought after sets they’ve ever concocted.
Let’s have a closer look at why.
Key Features
- Tour VT Sole improves turf interaction and offers relief on mishits.
- Tour Cavity has extra mass behind the sweet spot which increases both distance and playability.
- Laser-milled grooves increase spin and control while alleviating fliers out of the rough.
Who Should Buy the Srixon Z785 Irons?
At first glance, the Srixon Z785 Irons look like a good player’s club. And they are. Their compact profile, thin top line, and minimal offset are the look that a lot of better players prefer.
But just because you aren’t a scratch player doesn’t mean you don’t stand to benefit from these irons too.
They offer ample forgiveness and provide sufficient distance. That makes them appealing to everyone from mid-handicappers to scratch players.
If you’re new to the game of golf however, an iron with a larger sweet spot and some more forgiveness might be a better choice.
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Design and Technology
The nuts and bolts conversation starts with the design of the Srixon Z785s. As stated above, they’re profile is sleek and simple. The blade length is small and compact. A top line sits thin behind the ball and inspires confidence for good ball strikers. Minimal offset rounds out what remains one of the cleanest looking irons on the market to date.
With the aesthetics out of the way, we can start talking about the tech. For some time, Srixon has led the way in designing irons that provide excellent turf interaction. That’s all thanks to their VT Sole whose leading edge isn’t as sharp as other irons. This means less digging and more forgiveness on those shots you catch a little chunky.
The cavity in the Z785s is enhanced compared to previous models too. It has extra mass spread throughout the equator of the face. This increases ball speed and forgiveness on both solid shots and mishits. Who doesn’t like more distance and forgiveness?
The Z785s are also forged. This is a big deal for a lot of players as they covet feel and responsiveness in their irons. Unlike cast clubs that can sound and feel hard at impact, the Z785s afford are soft and solid in the same breath. That aids in both control and playability.
Lastly, the faces of the Z785s feature grooves that are laser-milled. Not only does this increase contact points with the golf ball for added spin, it helps limit the dreaded flier out of the rough that we all hate. You know that shot that comes out like a rocket with no spin and flies over the green? You won’t catch nearly as many of those with the Z785s.
At first glance, the Srixon Z785 Irons look like a good player’s club. And they are. Their compact profile, thin top line, and minimal offset are the look that a lot of better players prefer. But just because you aren’t a scratch player doesn’t mean you don’t stand to benefit from these irons too. They offer ample forgiveness and provide sufficient distance. That makes them appealing to everyone from mid-handicappers to scratch players. If you’re new to the game of golf however, an iron with a larger sweet spot and some more forgiveness might be a better choice.
- Forged construction provides great feel, control, and sound.
- VT Sole design makes these irons playable from virtually any lie.
- Nippon stock shafts are some of the best around.
- Lack of other stock shaft options could be a limiting factor.
- Availability can be a challenge.
- Price point remains higher than other irons introduced in 2018.
Specs
A standard set of Srixon Z785 irons comes with three through nine-iron and a pitching wedge. For right-handed players, there’s also an approach wedge available.
Swing weight is D3 in all the clubs. The exception is the right-handed approach wedge which has a swing weight of D4.
Stock shafts are either the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 105, or the Nippon N.S. Modus3 Tour 120.
The stock grip is Golf Pride’s Tour Velvet 360.
Our Experience
Whenever anyone asks me about Srixon’s equipment, I almost always have nothing but glowing things to say. And that’s with good reason. While their equipment continues to get better and better, their older stuff never really goes out of style.
The Z785s are no exception.
What I particularly like about these irons are their playability from virtually any lie. There’s no question that the VT Soles interact with the turf (or sand, dirt, rough, etc.) better than anything I’ve yet to come across. As someone that spends more time in the rough than I’d like, I can say that I don’t hit nearly as many fliers with these clubs.
The feel and control the Z785s provide is unsurpassed too. Their forged construction and laser-milled grooves give you the best of both worlds.
Lastly, I found these irons exceptionally forgiving too. For a player’s club that you’d think is meant for only world-class ball strikers, I was blown away with how the Z785s performed on off-center strikes.
Conclusion
If it sounds like I’m signing Srixon’s praises with the Z785 Irons, it’s because I am. Having hit basically every iron under the sun, these are some of the best in the their class in my opinion. And I’m not alone. A lot of our readers have chimed in with their own positive feedback.
Maybe you’re a seasoned player or mid-level handicap that isn’t satisfied with your current irons. But the thought of spending thousands of dollars on a new set that’s going to depreciate the moment you walk out the door is appealing either. If this sounds like you, give the Srixon Z785s a go. My guess is that you’ll like what you find.
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