Mizuno the real deal?

[Mikeh7]

I have iron fittings coming up with Titleist and Callaway being the two contenders I have in mind. 
 

Mizuno has never been on the radar, but Not allowed because of spam posted a poll and there’s an overwhelming amount of support for them over Titleist. 
 

Wondering if anyone can enlighten me…

[Tasals]

mizuno makes great clubs. People just like the brand they like, minor differences between most major OEMs at the same club type. You want Japanese forged, and with a pedigree of winning and for being soft you go Mizuno. If you want an "American" brand with a pedigree of winning and a lot of peoples dream players club you go Titleist.

 

You really cant go wrong.

[Marty86]

I got fitted into Mizunos. I tried a bunch of irons but nothing felt as good. I'd look into Titleist, Mizuno, and Srixon. All great club makers. the Srixon 5s felt good but I just couldn't hit them consistently.  They felt good though.

[hardpan1]

I think it comes down to what 'type' of iron you're looking for more than overall brand.

[animalgolfs]

Mizuno irons are the best feeling irons imo - even though I don't play them currently. 

 

Others will have their opinion.....but Mizuno is 1 of 1 imo

[Phabs]

I’ve played mizunos for 15 years now.  Was fitted last year and the only head I hit that compared was the PF2 new levels.   Just my preference… Titleist and callaway both make outstanding clubs.  Just up to your personal preference 

[TomRUtah]

I'm brand agnostic and thought I'd be okay with a good deal from any of the major players.  Then I discovered the importance of trying as many clubs as possible and not going to a club fitting with preconceptions of what should be on my shortlist.  Some clubs simply won't feel right, while others will feel great.  Even with clubs that feel great you may find a large disparity with accuracy and/or distance, all else being equal.

 

As for Mizuno, I tried the current iron models at a demo day on my home course and came away really liking the 921 Forged irons.  Feedback is second only to my Wilson Staff Model CBs, but I liked them enough to order a set.  Make a more informed decision by being open to trying whatever you can get your hands on.

[picardyThird]

Let me put it this way.

 

Before this year, I had no idea that Mizuno existed as a company (I didn't really pay attention to equipment).

 

Then I got fitted for clubs.

 

You can see how this worked out in my signature. I also fully intend to get the new T22 wedges once they're available.

[NJBigFish22]

3 minutes ago, picardyThird said:

Let me put it this way.

 

Before this year, I had no idea that Mizuno existed as a company (I didn't really pay attention to equipment).

 

Then I got fitted for clubs.

 

You can see how this worked out in my signature. I also fully intend to get the new T22 wedges once they're available.

So I’m guessing you went with Mizuno!  I believe I noticed the new T22 wedges on Rock Bottom Golf.

[picardyThird]

6 minutes ago, NJBigFish22 said:

So I’m guessing you went with Mizuno!  I believe I noticed the new T22 wedges on Rock Bottom Golf.

I did indeed.

 

And yes, the T22s are available for preorder, but I want to try them in-hand before I buy.

[Phabs]

Mine just arrived today. 

[cbrwn425]

I was fit earlier this year, I hit Mizuno, Taylormade, Callaway, Titleist and Srixon. All were great but the Mizuno's had numbers that were a little better and were super consistent so that's what I went with. I've been loved hitting them every round and range session. 

[lefthack]

9 hours ago, picardyThird said:

Before this year, I had no idea that Mizuno existed as a company (I didn't really pay attention to equipment).

 

 

I knew they made great baseball gear, I had no idea they made golf gear until last summer.

 

[aquapig]

Been playing Mizuno for 15 or so years now. Played MP 30s, JPX 919F, and now MP20 mmcs. 

 

Loved my MP30s (still have them) and I'm absolutely in love with my MP20s. For me, the JPX model wasn't great for me. I prefer the MPs. 

 

You really can't go wrong with Mizunos irons. I also play the ST190 driver and it's fantastic as well. 

[gators78]

Just coincidence on timing, but in a few month span I, my brother, my dad, and a friend all got fitted. We're to low single digits, friend regularly competes in mid-am events. We went in fairly brand agnostic, ended up that all four of us had Mizuno in the top 3, and only my dad opted to get Pings, the rest pulled the trigger on Mizuno. 

 

Mizuno really, really, really know what they're doing with irons. Their woods and wedges are also quickly gaining on the big boys. 

[rsballer10]

I exclusively play mizuno irons - they are what I prefer. I will say all of the major OEM's make great equipment nowadays.

[MountainKing]

As real as it gets.  They've historically made some of the best irons, and their current releases are some of the best things out there. If I didn't get access to TM gear at a discounted rate I'd probably have Mizuno irons in my bag. 

[BottleCap]

OMG, a thread about Mizuno irons and someone mentions Callaway? 
 

That’s like telling someone you’re looking at a Porsche 911 and they bring up a Camaro

[hagimihale]

As others have noted, you need to hit a few different brands, where its the same basic model (i.e. blade, players cavity back, game improvement) so you can see what works for you, both from a performance and feel perspective.

 

Prior to this year, when an amazing set of Grindworks irons fell into my lap, I gamed Mizuno for over 15 years.  I still have my original set of MX-23 (circa 2004) up at my buddy's house in NJ so I don't have to travel with my sticks.  They are like an old, broken-in pair of jeans that fit you perfectly. My bud was like "I can't believe you beat me with irons almost 20 years old".  

 

There's something about flushing a Mizuno that is addicting.  But people who play other quality forged irons will say the same about theirs. Go hit a few and see what happens. And let us know how it turns out! 🙂

[pccasstpro]

2 hours ago, lefthack said:

 

I knew they made great baseball gear, I had no idea they made golf gear until last summer.

 

They have only been in the bags of major championship winners for 40 years or so , so pretty brand new to the market......   

Edited October 15, 2021 by pccasstpro
correction

[Isaac_Newton]

6 minutes ago, pccasstpro said:

They have only been in the bags of major championship winners for 40 years or so , so pretty brand new to the market..... Interesting fact is they have made golf clubs longer than baseball equipment.   

According to information I found Mizuno started manufacturing baseballs and gloves in 1913 and didn't start manufacturing golf clubs until 1933. Could be wrong though. 

[pccasstpro]

10 minutes ago, Isaac_Newton said:

According to information I found Mizuno started manufacturing baseballs and gloves in 1913 and didn't start manufacturing golf clubs until 1933. Could be wrong though. 

I may stand corrected I will edit ... I thought the golf and racquet sports predated baseball... 

 

[mogc60]

to the op, Mizuno still uses some old school forging methods and grain structure technologies that create a very noticeable and unique feel. Some love it and some dont. Just like any other manufacturer. The quality of their irons cannot be questioned however. They are top notch in every way. They are definitely the real deal. If they look good to you and feel good to you, you won’t regret purchasing them. 

[mosesgolf]

Mizuno makes some of the finest forgings/irons on planet earth.  Most if not all of Tiger's US Am wins were with Mizuno MPxx and Faldo's finest work at the 1996 Masters were with Mizuno MPxx.

 

The best blades I ever played were Mizuno MP33's and MP14s.

 

If Mizuno paid as much as Titleist, Callaway, or TM there would be alot more Mizuno played on all Tours.

[CircleC29]

2 hours ago, pccasstpro said:

I may stand corrected I will edit ... I thought the golf and racquet sports predated baseball... 

 

Here's a quick history on Mizuno. 

 

https://corp.mizuno.com/en/history.aspx

[TiScape]

Holyfield!

[mikewohlwend]

18 hours ago, TomRUtah said:

I'm brand agnostic and thought I'd be okay with a good deal from any of the major players.  Then I discovered the importance of trying as many clubs as possible and not going to a club fitting with preconceptions of what should be on my shortlist.  Some clubs simply won't feel right, while others will feel great.  Even with clubs that feel great you may find a large disparity with accuracy and/or distance, all else being equal.

 

As for Mizuno, I tried the current iron models at a demo day on my home course and came away really liking the 921 Forged irons.  Feedback is second only to my Wilson Staff Model CBs, but I liked them enough to order a set.  Make a more informed decision by being open to trying whatever you can get your hands on.

 

4 hours ago, hagimihale said:

As others have noted, you need to hit a few different brands, where its the same basic model (i.e. blade, players cavity back, game improvement) so you can see what works for you, both from a performance and feel perspective.

 

Prior to this year, when an amazing set of Grindworks irons fell into my lap, I gamed Mizuno for over 15 years.  I still have my original set of MX-23 (circa 2004) up at my buddy's house in NJ so I don't have to travel with my sticks.  They are like an old, broken-in pair of jeans that fit you perfectly. My bud was like "I can't believe you beat me with irons almost 20 years old".  

 

There's something about flushing a Mizuno that is addicting.  But people who play other quality forged irons will say the same about theirs. Go hit a few and see what happens. And let us know how it turns out! 🙂

 

Both of these comments are how I went into my fitting.  I was playing Srixon 585 4-6 and 765 7-PW.  When the fitter would hand me a new setup, I didn't look to see what the brand or model was on the head or shaft.  I just swung away.  In my mind that's the best way to do it.  Then you don't have any biased thoughts going on in your head.  I probably hit 7 different heads and just as many shafts.  The numbers didn't lie when I picked the 921 Forged.  Even hit them a week later when I did my wood fitting to make sure it wasn't a fluke.

[ian-500]

MP4's are one of the softest feeling irons. Didn't get on with the MP64's. Preferred the 54's over the 63's. Love the look of the MP5's. Chose TM P730/770 combo over MP18. Boron no bueno.

I want to try the Japan only 55's and/or 66's, especially with a little Yoro work.

[mikewohlwend]

5 hours ago, lefthack said:

 

I knew they made great baseball gear, I had no idea they made golf gear until last summer.

 

 

The Classic Pro and Pro lines of baseball gloves are the best I've ever used.  I haven't found another brand that feels as good on my hand as those 2.

 

[jholz]

I'll be the odd man out here - as I generally am. I honestly hate Mizuno irons - but I love their woods. 

 

My hate for Mizuno irons has nothing to do with their quality - which is top notch. I just can't hit the bastards. No matter how much I wanted them to, they never worked for me. 

 

On the other hand, they make great woods that don't get much respect. As a result, I've been able to pick up a number of used models for pennies. I still put my F-50 5w in play from time to time.