Jump to content
IGNORED

Which set do you recommend: JPX800 Pro or JPX825 Pro ?


Ollie78
Note: This thread is 3135 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Recommended Posts

Hi everyone !

I am new in the forum and I would like to have some advise regarding which iron set you recommend me to buy. I am a 20 handicap player and after playing a couple of years with 1st price irons, I want to treat myself.

I am doubting between JPX800 Pro or JPX825 pro and my main doubt is if it is worth to spend extra $$$ for the new JPX825 Pro.

I can get 4 to PW JPX800 Pro at 530 USD (335 pounds) or 5 to PW JPX825 Pro at 660 USD (410 pounds).

Which one would you recommend me to buy ?

Thanks a lot for your help !

Link to comment
Share on other sites


Welcome to the site! I'm a big believer in getting whatever looks best, I think that looking down at a club that looks good to your eyes is a huge confidence booster. have you seen them both in person?

Colin P.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades

I definitely prefers the looks of JPX825's which look thinner at address but would the look motivate me to pay an extra $130 and have 1 club less... Don't know really... Think that I come from a basic SGI set so everything will look nicer !

In terms of performance, accuracy, forgiveness, etc... which one would you choose ? Are the new JPX825 much better than 800's ?

Link to comment
Share on other sites


"Much" better? Hmmm, i wouldn't say that. But again, to me having visual confidence is huge. For me the more important thing would be, how much do i like what the club looks like when i stand overover a shot? Remember, you'll be keeping these clubs for a few years so the extra price can be spread over a long period of time.

Colin P.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades

Dan

:tmade: R11s 10.5*, Adila RIP Phenom 60g Stiff
:ping: G20 3W
:callaway: Diablo 3H
:ping:
i20 4-U, KBS Tour Stiff
:vokey: Vokey SM4 54.14 
:vokey: Vokey :) 58.11

:scotty_cameron: Newport 2
:sunmountain: Four 5

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades

I tested both models at the St. Louis Golf Expo last week. Mizuno test station had the interchangeable shafts, and the NS Pro 950GH (R-Flex, 95 grams) seemed to work best for me.

(I average about 85 MPH for driver).

I would say consider two things:

  • Which direction is your game going? Will you be able to play more, and work on your swing?
  • How high do you hit the ball?

More time on your game and decent ball height? This favors JPX Pro. Less time and lower ball flight? Favors JPX 825.

Did you mean to say you favor the JPX Pros?

Mizuno recommends the JPX 825 for 10-28 HDCP, the JPX Pro for 6-18 HDCP. In an odd twist, the Pro version has higher long-iron bounce than the JPX version.

If at all possible, get some launch monitor data on which shaft would work best.

Remember ST mantra #1: Shaft is half the club.

Focus, connect and follow through!

  • Completed KBS Education Seminar (online, 2015)
  • GolfWorks Clubmaking AcademyFitting, Assembly & Repair School (2012)

Driver:  :touredge: EXS 10.5°, weights neutral   ||  FWs:  :callaway: Rogue 4W + 7W
Hybrid:  :callaway: Big Bertha OS 4H at 22°  ||  Irons:  :callaway: Mavrik MAX 5i-PW
Wedges:  :callaway: MD3: 48°, 54°... MD4: 58° ||  Putter:image.png.b6c3447dddf0df25e482bf21abf775ae.pngInertial NM SL-583F, 34"  
Ball:  image.png.f0ca9194546a61407ba38502672e5ecf.png QStar Tour - Divide  ||  Bag: :sunmountain: Three 5 stand bag

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades

I tested both models at the St. Louis Golf Expo last week. Mizuno test station had the interchangeable shafts, and the NS Pro 950GH (R-Flex, 95 grams) seemed to work best for me. (I average about 85 MPH for driver). I would say consider two things: [LIST] [*] Which direction is your game going? Will you be able to play more, and work on your swing? [*] How high do you hit the ball? [/LIST] More time on your game and decent ball height? This favors JPX Pro. Less time and lower ball flight? Favors JPX 825. Did you mean to say you favor the JPX Pros? Mizuno recommends the JPX 825 for 10-28 HDCP, the JPX Pro for 6-18 HDCP. In an odd twist, the Pro version has higher long-iron bounce than the JPX version. If at all possible, get some launch monitor data on which shaft would work best. Remember ST mantra #1: Shaft is half the club.

I think he is asking about the two latest versions of jpx pro

Dan

:tmade: R11s 10.5*, Adila RIP Phenom 60g Stiff
:ping: G20 3W
:callaway: Diablo 3H
:ping:
i20 4-U, KBS Tour Stiff
:vokey: Vokey SM4 54.14 
:vokey: Vokey :) 58.11

:scotty_cameron: Newport 2
:sunmountain: Four 5

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades

Originally Posted by dsc123

I think he is asking about the two latest versions of jpx pro

Yes, the doubt I have is which version of JPX Pro I should go for. Save some $$$ and choose JPX800 Pro or get the better looking JPX825 pro.

To answer WUTiger, idea is to keep playing and spending necessary time to achieve better results. I only started palying golf two years ago and I am playing more and more often and willing to improve. And my maingame issue is the tee shot where I still miss a lot of shots.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


Originally Posted by dsc123

Is that video not working?  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fkq7W9myGak

He basically concludes that they're the same, but the 825 looks better.

Dan

:tmade: R11s 10.5*, Adila RIP Phenom 60g Stiff
:ping: G20 3W
:callaway: Diablo 3H
:ping:
i20 4-U, KBS Tour Stiff
:vokey: Vokey SM4 54.14 
:vokey: Vokey :) 58.11

:scotty_cameron: Newport 2
:sunmountain: Four 5

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades

I recently bough the JPX 825 iron set (not the pro model) with R300 shafts. Have played three rounds with them and to be honest did not like them very much. They produce great distance, but they have a hard feeling off the face at impact.

In contrast, I also have Callaway Razr X irons with Uniflex shafts and I get a soft feeling at impact which I like a lot more.

I will probably return the 825 and get the 825 Pro irons, or I may even get the MP 59.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


I personally wouldnt spend the extra money for the 825s unless you like the look of them better.  The differences are going to be very minimal, with the 825s having a slightly better feel than the 800s.

For those who might question why a 20 handicap would want the Pros over the regular 825s, Id caution against suggesting a set of irons to someone based solely upon handicap.  A lot of things can cause a high handicap, so to say that someone of a certain handicap shouldnt play Pros is kind of an ignorant statement.

The feel between the 825s and the 825 Pros is going to be different (different head design and cast stainless vs forged carbon steel), so theres factors other than forgiveness to consider.

Whats in my :sunmountain: C-130 cart bag?

Woods: :mizuno: JPX 850 9.5*, :mizuno: JPX 850 15*, :mizuno: JPX-850 19*, :mizuno: JPX Fli-Hi #4, :mizuno: JPX 800 Pro 5-PW, :mizuno: MP T-4 50-06, 54-09 58-10, :cleveland: Smart Square Blade and :bridgestone: B330-S

Link to comment
Share on other sites


Originally Posted by arturo28mx

I recently bough the JPX 825 iron set (not the pro model) with R300 shafts. Have played three rounds with them and to be honest did not like them very much. They produce great distance, but they have a hard feeling off the face at impact.

In contrast, I also have Callaway Razr X irons with Uniflex shafts and I get a soft feeling at impact which I like a lot more.

I will probably return the 825 and get the 825 Pro irons, or I may even get the MP 59.

I too do not like the "feel" of the 825s. I compared them yesterday against my Pings and found my Pings to have a much softer feel. They are a great club but I would spend some time with them and compare before buying.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


The non-Pros do have a very hot face, so they arent going to give you the, "buttery soft" feel that Mizunos are known for.  Theyre all about distance and ball speed, not soft feel.

Whats in my :sunmountain: C-130 cart bag?

Woods: :mizuno: JPX 850 9.5*, :mizuno: JPX 850 15*, :mizuno: JPX-850 19*, :mizuno: JPX Fli-Hi #4, :mizuno: JPX 800 Pro 5-PW, :mizuno: MP T-4 50-06, 54-09 58-10, :cleveland: Smart Square Blade and :bridgestone: B330-S

Link to comment
Share on other sites


Originally Posted by dsc123

I think he is asking about the two latest versions of jpx pro

Yes, you're right. I test hit strictly the 825 family. Good catch.

Focus, connect and follow through!

  • Completed KBS Education Seminar (online, 2015)
  • GolfWorks Clubmaking AcademyFitting, Assembly & Repair School (2012)

Driver:  :touredge: EXS 10.5°, weights neutral   ||  FWs:  :callaway: Rogue 4W + 7W
Hybrid:  :callaway: Big Bertha OS 4H at 22°  ||  Irons:  :callaway: Mavrik MAX 5i-PW
Wedges:  :callaway: MD3: 48°, 54°... MD4: 58° ||  Putter:image.png.b6c3447dddf0df25e482bf21abf775ae.pngInertial NM SL-583F, 34"  
Ball:  image.png.f0ca9194546a61407ba38502672e5ecf.png QStar Tour - Divide  ||  Bag: :sunmountain: Three 5 stand bag

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Awards, Achievements, and Accolades

I personally wouldnt spend the extra money for the 825s unless you like the look of them better.  The differences are going to be very minimal, with the 825s having a slightly better feel than the 800s. For those who might question why a 20 handicap would want the Pros over the regular 825s, Id caution against suggesting a set of irons to someone based solely upon handicap.  A lot of things can cause a high handicap, so to say that someone of a certain handicap shouldnt play Pros is kind of an ignorant statement. The feel between the 825s and the 825 Pros is going to be different (different head design and cast stainless vs forged carbon steel), so theres factors other than forgiveness to consider.

I have to assume you're responding to my post since I asked the OP why the pro over the regular. I guess you must think Mizuno as a company is pretty ignorant too, since they seem to be recommending iron sets based on handicap. But, whatever, I was merely curious to the OPs thoughts. I wasn't recommending anything.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


I am handicap 20 but as I explained in a post, I have more difficulties with woods than irons as I play more often on Par3 for different reasons.

I was thinking of pro versions because where I live in Spain, I can only test clubs in a general sports superstore and the regular 825 come only in graphite shaft and I have always played steel shaft and I do not like graphite ones.

So the steel options were JPX825 Pro, AP2, Ping Anser and Inesis td tour 901 (Inesis is the brand for the superstore which is played by Thomas Levet). All these irons are forged and honestly feeling is so much better. Of course, mishits are punished in a stronger way but still I have a much better feeling. Reg JPX825 feel much harder...

Finnaly, I discarded AP2 and Ping Anser as not fitting in my price range so my next step is to go to a local pro shop and get fitted for JPX Pro but they no longer sell JPX800 Pro so I wanted to know if there were many differences justifying the price difference (130$).

Well, I hope it clarifies a little bit. English is not my mother tongue so I can get quite confusing with my explanations.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


Note: This thread is 3135 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now


  • Want to join this community?

    We'd love to have you!

    Sign Up
  • TST Partners

    TourStriker PlaneMate
    Golfer's Journal
    ShotScope
    The Stack System
    FlightScope Mevo
    Direct: Mevo, Mevo+, and Pro Package.

    Coupon Codes (save 10-15%): "IACAS" for Mevo/Stack, "IACASPLUS" for Mevo+/Pro Package, and "THESANDTRAP" for ShotScope.
  • Posts

    • If it's not broken don't fix it. If you want to add grooves to it just because of looks that's your choice of course. Grooves are cut into putter faces to reduce skid, the roll faced putter is designed to do the same thing. I'm no expert but it seems counter productive to add grooves to the roll face. Maybe you can have it sand-blasted or something to clean up the face. Take a look at Tigers putter, its beat to hell but he still uses it.     
    • I get trying to limit relief to the fairway, but how many roots do you typically find in the fairway? Our local rule allows for relief from roots & rocks anywhere on the course (that is in play). My home course has quite a few 100 year old oaks that separate the fairways. Lift and move the ball no closer to the hole. None of us want to damage clubs.
    • Hello, I've been playing a Teardrop td17 F.C. putter for many years and love it. It still putts and feels as good or  better than any of the new putters I've tried and it's in excellent condition except the face has dings in it ever since I bought it used that kind of bother me. I was just wondering if it's possible to have some really shallow horizontal grooves milled into the face on a "roll face" putter. I think I would rather spend some money on it instead of trying to get used to a new putter.  Thanks
    • I agree with @klineka & @DaveP043 above.  When a new member first joins the club they cold be told that they are not eligible for tournaments until they have an established HCP.  As you said, it only takes a few rounds.  If they do not to post HCP that was their choice and choices have consequences.  If playing in the tournament is important to them then they should step up and establish an HCP.  Maybe they miss the 1st tournament, is that a real big deal?  And if it is a "Big Deal" to them then they had the opportunity to establish the HCP. As for not knowing how to report for HCP I assume your club has a pro and they should be able to assist in getting the scores reported and I suspect out of state courses may also have staff that can assist if asked.
    • Wordle 1,013 2/6 🟨⬜⬜🟨🟨 🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Thought I was gonna be a big shot today...  🙂    Nice Job!
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

Welcome to TST! Signing up is free, and you'll see fewer ads and can talk with fellow golf enthusiasts! By using TST, you agree to our Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and our Guidelines.

The popup will be closed in 10 seconds...