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I was wondering if any and all current Mizuno MP players will weigh in on their favorite MP iron, and why.

Please tell me about any MP irons you've owned/tested/used and why you chose what you did, and what you personally like/dislike about each set.

Specifically, I'm looking for personal feedback from +2 to 10 handicappers on MP irons. I'm tyring to decide between buying new MP-52, MP-62, MP-57, MP-67. I will certainly consider others in the MP line, so please chime in if you have a different set.

I am also considering Titleist AP2, but would prefer to limit this disussion to the Mizunos.

THANKS in advance!

driver: FT-i tlcg 9.5˚ (Matrix Ozik XCONN Stiff)
4 wood: G10 (ProLaunch Red FW stiff)
3 -PW: :Titleist: 695 mb (Rifle flighted 6.0)
wedges:, 52˚, 56˚, 60˚
putter: Studio Select Newport 1.5


Posted
I've got MP57's and love them. I waited till the new 52's and 62's came out and then made my decision. Couldn't get the 62's in lefty, so went with 57's cause I hit them great when I tested them. I really like the look of the 57's and 62's. The 57's have awesome feel and are the best irons I've hit. Just make sure you pick out the right shaft. I just got mine reshafted this winter to a lighter steel shaft, put in DG SL R300 and am really liking the new shafts.

I had the AP1's for about 2 months last summer and traded them in on the 57's. Good luck on your purchase.

In my SX76 StaDry
Woods: G15 9.0° BB Stiff, G10 14°
Hybrids: i15 20°, Rapture 24°
Irons: AP2 5-PW
Wedges: SM Vokey 51°, 56°, 60° Putter: Circa '62 No. 2 (Gun Metal Blue) Ball: ProV1


Posted
I ahve tried the 67, 62, and 57s. I tried the 62s out after I bought mine but didnt like em. Both the 57/67 felt great but wanted to get my swing in order so I went w/ the 67s. Looking for new irons now though cause im looking for something a bit more forgiving if that says anything....

In My Hank Haney IJGA Bag
Driver: FT Tour 9.5 w/ Aldila Voodoo Stiff
3 Wood: i15 15.5 w/ avixcore red stiff
Hybrids: Rescue 09 19, 22 w/ fujikara fit on stiff
Irons: 4 & 5 MP-52, 6-PW MP-58 w/ KBS Tour Stiff Wedges: MP T-10 52*, 58* w/ KBS Tour StiifPutter: Fastback 1 34 inBall: : Pro...


Posted
Take a look at the 32s. I've tried almost all of them: 33, 30, 37, 52, 62, and 14.

The 14s are really small and unforgiving. The 30s made this clicking sound that drove me absolutely nuts. I hated them and sold them. The 33s are beautiful and almost even with the 32s. Did not like either of the new releases: 52 and 62.

Titleist 905T Accra SC75 M4 Shaft

Nike SQ 4W Accra T70 M4 Shaft
HB001 17* Hybrid with Mitsubishi Diamana Thump X Stiff Flex
Baffler Pro 20* Accra Axiv 105 Tour Hybrid Shaft

Taylor Made 24* Burner Accra Axiv 105 Tour Hybrid Shaft

Mizuno MP-32 5-PW Black Oxide Finish Project X 6.0 Shafts

Vokey 52* Oil Can Finish TTDG S400 Shaft

Cleveland 588 60* TTDG S400 Shaft

Rife Bimini Blade Putter

 

Ball-White and Round

 


Posted
I have played the following Mizunos

Comp Ez
mp30
mp33

I like the feel, balance and look of mp33s. they are easier to hit then you might think and will improve your game, I have 3 rounds of under par with these clubs.

My 14 year old son is currently playing the mp33 from 6-pw for his JV golf team and if my 14 year old son can play with them you can too.

Titleist 910 D2 9.5 Driver
Titleist 910 F15 & 21 degree fairway wood
Titleist 910 hybrid 24 degree
Mizuno Mp33 5 - PW
52/1056/1160/5

"Yonex ADX Blade putter, odyssey two ball blade putter, both  33"

ProV-1


Posted
  Jay-Bird said:
I was wondering if any and all current Mizuno MP players will weigh in on their favorite MP iron, and why.

I have a mixed set of MP-60's 4-7 and MP-32's 8-pw. I like both, but can "lean" on the MP-60's more than the 32's. They really feel sweet with 5.0 PX shafts. My only complaint about Mizuno is that the customer service is really terrible, IMO.


Posted
I currently own a set of MP-60's after wanting to by some Mizuno MP's for the last couple years. They have a great feel (like all Mizuno's), but I'm not sure I'm a good enough ball striker for them. I bought them used just because I got a good deal, but may be exchanging them for MP-52 or MP-57 model which are both a little more forgiving.

I really think the 52's are the most forgiving of all of the MP line and would highly recommend them for a low-ish handicap. For a good player I could easily see mixing the 52 long irons with 62 short irons (or even 57's). It really comes down to how consistent a ball striker you are. The heads on the 52 and 57 models are a decent size, with the 62 being only slightly smaller. Getting down into the 30-something line, they have small heads and are not very forgiving at all. Obviously, like all irons, test them as much as possible.
Driver: SQ DYMO STR8-Fit
4 Wood: SQ DYMO
2H (17*), 4H (23*) & 5H (26*): Fli-Hi CLK
Irons (5-6): MX-900; (7-PW): MP-60
Wedges (51/6*): MP-T Chrome; (56/13): MP-R ChromePutter: White Hot XG 2-Ball CSPreferred Ball: e5+/e7+/B330-RXGPS Unit: NEOPush Cart: 2.0

Posted
You wanted comment from a low handi-cap but here is my two cents...
(even though I am a high handi-cap)
I got a begginers set of Adams Idea A3, always shot in the 100's
wanted new irons, just because...
wanted Mizuno's...
so I tried them out, for a high handicapper like me I could not hit the MP-67 nor the MP-32 then I picked up the MP-60 and have ever since shot in the mid to low 90's and will be in the 80's very soon, (this weekend if the wheather holds out)
The MP-60 is nice at address and yet forgiving and can shape nice shots...
Try them they are awesome, I got mine BRAND SPANKING new for $350 with S300 shafts.
I now hit these better then the Adams Idea A3 and the Adams are made for beginners...
TaylorMade R9 460 TP 10.5 Moto F1 Stiff
TaylorMade R9 3 wood 15* Regular
Nike Sumo 4 Hybrid
Titleist 735 5-P
Titleist Spin Mill 52, 56, 64Taylormade Monza SpiderTitleist Pro V1Taylormade TP-RedThis Space for Rent...

Posted
I play 60's and absolutely love them. They look great, and when you hit the right shot, you have no doubt as to exactly how far and where it will land. I have been on the course, hit a shot, and not even looked up because I know what these clubs are capable of when the are hit purely. Additionally, since I do not play as much these days, when I practice, I instantly know when something is wrong with my swing because of the club feedback. If you do not hit where you are supposed to you will know about it! Some people may say this is a bad thing, however, I disagree. If you are an athlete, you will figure out how to fix the problem to hit the good shots, or you will just play like crap all day if you do not! I have tried other MP's and think all are great. I happened to specifically choose the 60's due to timing and a deal I cam across a few years ago. Hope this is helpful.

EGS

910 D3 9.5* Aldila RIP S 70 g
Burner 3 wood 15 * S
Bruner Hybrid 19* S MP-60 S300 4-PW CG 14 52*/10* TP Z 56*/12* TP Z 60*/6* Studio Select Laguna 1.5


Posted
Another question for the Mizuno experts in here,

I am looking to get a set of irons from 6I to PW to replace my ironwoods. Which is better for the fellow who is knocking on the door of a 100? the MX 100 or MX 200?

HB

G10 Draw 13.5* 44 " Driver
K15 7 Wood
G10 28* 5 Hybrid
G10 orange dot 6I -PW
Tour W 56* SW 1/2 Craz-e i series putter 4 Under Stand Bag


Posted
I have tried the 30, 32, 57, 60, 67. I currently play the 60 and previously played the T-Zoid Pro. IMHO, I was not a fan of the 57, the blade was too long and the top line too thick for my liking. I was torn between the 67 and 60, but went with the 60 as I got a little more height on my shots. The 67 had a more boring flight. The 30 and 32 were great, pure shots were incredible, but I am not as young as I once was and I am not as good as a ball striker so I needed a little more forgiveness.

To help muddy your decision making, I also tried the AP2 and loved them, my final decision was based on being able to get the MP-60 for an incredible price (and I have all kinds of Mizuno stuff, bag/hat/towel/clothes).

Craig 

Yeah, wanna make 14 dollars the hard way?


Posted
  LeafsFanNL said:
Another question for the Mizuno experts in here,

Go with the MP-60 like I did and you will not regret it...

I was knocking on 100 and now I am knocking on 80... Since I got the MP-60 my confidence has gone way up... I really like my MP-60 these babies will stay with me for awhile...
TaylorMade R9 460 TP 10.5 Moto F1 Stiff
TaylorMade R9 3 wood 15* Regular
Nike Sumo 4 Hybrid
Titleist 735 5-P
Titleist Spin Mill 52, 56, 64Taylormade Monza SpiderTitleist Pro V1Taylormade TP-RedThis Space for Rent...

Posted
  kuteazn1 said:
Go with the MP-60 like I did and you will not regret it...

Try the mp33s, my 14 year old son is using my clubs and he shots in the 100 - 119 for 18 holes and hit the irons well. He uses the 6-pw in the mp33s.

Titleist 910 D2 9.5 Driver
Titleist 910 F15 & 21 degree fairway wood
Titleist 910 hybrid 24 degree
Mizuno Mp33 5 - PW
52/1056/1160/5

"Yonex ADX Blade putter, odyssey two ball blade putter, both  33"

ProV-1


Posted
I would recommend MP 32, 52, 60, and 62. My MP60 has been in the bag since it was first released but still in my bag. Can't seem to find a reason to change even with all the nice irons out in the market now.
Driver
909D2 9.5º w/ Grafalloy Prolaunch Platinum Stiff

Woods
909F2 13.5º w/ Aldila Voodoo Fairway Stiff 909F2 18.5º w/ Aldila Voodoo Fairway StiffIrons MP60 3-PW w/ True Temper Dynamic Gold Sensicore S300Wedges Vokey Design 200 Series Tour Chrome 52-08 w/ True Temper Dynamic Gold S200...

Posted
  LeafsFanNL said:
Another question for the Mizuno experts in here,

The MX-200 is a very nice club. It's technically a "Game Improvement Iron", but I always consider it to be on the 'player' side of that designation. It's very forgiving, feels great and will not be a club you will quickly outgrow. The MX-100 is not a bad club - it's a 'Super Game Improvement Iron", but as is often the case with clubs in that designation, you can quickly outgrow them as you become better. I would say the MX-200 is the better choice. Of course, if you only play a few rounds or do not want to work on big improvements, then the MX-100 might be a better choice. The choice comes down to 2 questions - "How good are you with irons now?" and "How good do you realistically think you can get (and are willing to work towards)?"

Driver: SQ DYMO STR8-Fit
4 Wood: SQ DYMO
2H (17*), 4H (23*) & 5H (26*): Fli-Hi CLK
Irons (5-6): MX-900; (7-PW): MP-60
Wedges (51/6*): MP-T Chrome; (56/13): MP-R ChromePutter: White Hot XG 2-Ball CSPreferred Ball: e5+/e7+/B330-RXGPS Unit: NEOPush Cart: 2.0

Posted
  PiKapp23 said:
The MX-200 is a very nice club. It's technically a "Game Improvement Iron", but I always consider it to be on the 'player' side of that designation. It's very forgiving, feels great and will not be a club you will quickly outgrow. The MX-100 is not a bad club - it's a 'Super Game Improvement Iron", but as is often the case with clubs in that designation, you can quickly outgrow them as you become better. I would say the MX-200 is the better choice. Of course, if you only play a few rounds or do not want to work on big improvements, then the MX-100 might be a better choice. The choice comes down to 2 questions - "How good are you with irons now?" and "How good do you realistically think you can get (and are willing to work towards)?"

That was very helpful, thanks a bunch!!

HB

G10 Draw 13.5* 44 " Driver
K15 7 Wood
G10 28* 5 Hybrid
G10 orange dot 6I -PW
Tour W 56* SW 1/2 Craz-e i series putter 4 Under Stand Bag


Posted
Reccomend the 33's.

I play off 18 (was a 12 about 5 years ago). These blades are quite forgiving for their genre. Look bliss as well.

Posted
whats your ball striking like?

if your consistently good throughout you irons then playing off 5 you shouldnt have a problem using 67s and they would give you the ultimate feel and control of any iron, not just mizuno.

if its not great with the longer irons then maybe you should look at getting say 3-6 in 52s or 57s and then 7-PW in 62s or 67s, this would give you the forgiveness in the long irons without sacrificing much feel and the control and feel that you need in the short irons

hope this helps

In my :mizuno: Staff Bag
Driver: :ping: i15 S-flex USTMamiya Tour Red
Fairway: :titleist: 909F2 15.5 X-flex UST Proforce V2 85
Hybrid: :mizuno: MP-FliHi 21* S300 +2 deg, +1/2"
Irons: :mizuno: MP-67 4-PW DG S300 +2 deg, +1/2"

Wedges: :vokey: Spin Milled 52.08 56.08 60.04

Putter: :cameron: Newport Beach customised by Kevin Colbert

Ball: :callaway: HX Black

GPS: :skycaddie: SGX


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