Mizuno JPX 925 Black Forged and Forged Cuffs: 4 Things You Need to Know

On the heels of its launch JPX 925 Hot Metal lineup last fall, Mizuno once again took its time before adding the final pieces to the updated JPX line – with the JPX925 Forged and Forged Black irons.

With the JPX 925 Forged, Mizuno has redesigned the working distance irons to retain the iconic Mizuno feel the brand’s forges are known for in a compact package, while updating the technology to bring performance closer to match metal irons hot JPX . And for the first time, the clubs will be available in two finishes for the entire retail cycle.

Here are four things you need to know about the new Mizuno JPX 925 forged irons.

1. Two pieces are better than one

As the player’s distance iron, Mizuno has continuously sought to improve the COR (coefficient of restitution) of the face of the irons to increase ball speed.

With each successive release of the JPX 925, Mizuno was able to increase the COR by only about two points. with JPX 925 forgedthanks to a new CORETECH model, Mizuno was able to increase COR by 14 points.

“That’s the equivalent of — if we’d continued the progress we were making before — that’s, like, a 20-year jump in terms of technology,” Chris Voshall, Mizuno’s head of product, told GOLF.

Mizuno was able to make this step by moving away from a traditional one-piece forge, through which clubmakers would either grind the hollow or the sole to thin out the face. Now, Mizuno is joining the face and neck together and then using the back, which gives them access to shape the face in ways they weren’t able to before.

“Before, we only had two-dimensional access to the back of the face because we had a milling tool that could move in the left-right direction, but you couldn’t go in and out because of the limitations of the forging and that material who already lived there”, said Voshall. “So now by welding the back and exposing the entire face in the forging process, we can now forge it three-dimensionally.”

This has allowed designers to create the Contour Ellipse Face from the JPX Hot Metal group for the first time in a forged product. The result is a compact iron with optimized ball speeds across the face, including off-center hits.

Like Mizuno’s previous JPX 923 Forfed irons The Grain Flow Forged HD process is used with Chromoly 4120 for the long irons (4-7) while the short irons (8-GW) are forged from 1025E Pure Select Mild Carbon steel, the same material from popular Mizuno Pro line.

2. Triple cut sole

The JPX 925 Forged features a new three-sole design called the Triple Cut Sole, designed to improve interaction with the terrain.

The irons have a slightly beveled leading edge to make entry into the court cleaner and easier for players, while the back breaks away quickly to ensure a clean exit and uninterrupted ball contact.

3. Better in black

For Mizuno launches, timing can be an interesting logistical issue. The JPX 925 Forged has actually been available in the Japanese market since the fall when it launched with the new Hot Metal line.

With the US launch, Voshall said, the company wanted to give consumers who may have seen the club a reason to pay attention to the release.

So for the first time ever, Mizuno is launching a gorgeous black finish option for the JPX 925 Forged that will live on for the entire retail life cycle of the product, available in both stock and custom offerings. The black finish option is being launched simultaneously for both the US and Asian markets.

The only other time Mizuno has released a black colored iron was for Mizuno Pro 225 Cuff in a limited term in 2023.

4. Price and Availability

The Mizuno JPX 925 Forged Irons will be available for pre-order to begin Thursday, January 24and arrive at retail two weeks later Thursday, February 6.

Satin chrome finish will cost $200 for the club and come in both right and left hand options, while the black finish will do $215/each only for righties.

Mizuno JPX 925 Custom Forged Irons

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CORTECH Design with Ellipse Contoured Face At the heart of the JPX 925 forged irons is the revolutionary CORTECH design, which features an ellipse contoured face. This advanced multi-thickness face overcomes the explosive distance of the Hot Metal series with the unparalleled feel of forged irons. Optimizes ball speed across the face for consistent performance, even on off-center shots. It represents a breakthrough in innovation, using new construction methods to deliver precision-engineered performance and forgiveness. Grain Flow Forged HD Mizuno’s signature feel stems from decades of forging perfection at its exclusive facility in Hiroshima, Japan. The JPX 925 forged irons use the Grain Flow Forged HD process for exceptional response and playability. Long irons (4-7): Forged from Chromoly 4120, blending strength and flex for speed and control. Short Irons (8-GW): Forged from 1025E Pure Select mild carbon steel for precision, unmatched control and the iconic Mizuno butter feel. Triple Cut Outsole Designed for superior court interaction, Mizuno’s triple cut outsole enhances versatility and playability in all conditions. The sloping front edge ensures clean entry into the terrain. The strongly cut back lip allows for a smooth release for uninterrupted ball contact. Balanced weighting promotes control and precision, even on challenging surfaces. Stunning finishes Traditional satin chrome: Mizuno’s classic aesthetic for purists. Forged Black: A bold, modern look with reduced glare.

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