Review: Srixon ZX7 MKII Single Iron
By Golf Expert
Lionel N
Srixon ZX7 MK II Single Iron
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The Curated Take
4.8/5
The Srixon ZX7 MKII Single Iron is a top choice for low-handicap players seeking a player's cavity iron with an excellent feel, workability, and compact shape. Its V-sole design aids steeper attack angles, while the tungsten toe weight enhances off-center strike forgiveness. The slightly stronger lofts offer increased distance but may result in lower spin for some players. Despite not being the most forgiving iron, its forged feel and consistent performance make it a must-test for advanced players who value precision and control in their iron play.
Ideal for
- Excellent feel
- Compact shape
- Highly workable
Not ideal for
- Slightly strong lofts
- Not the most forgiving
- V-sole is not for everybody
Workability
This iron category will always allow more advanced players to move the ball high, low, left, and right. This iron is used by pro players all over the world, and...Read more
Sound
Sound, much like feel, is very subjective. One player's soft is another player's firm. For me, it has a dense feeling and muted strike. Having played forged irons for most...Read more
Feel
The iron feels great on pure hits. The nature of forged iron feedback is still there when I move away from the middle, but it’s never harsh. The beauty of...Read more
Forgiveness
Given the category this type of club falls into, one shouldn’t expect to be able to hit it anywhere on the face and get the same results. However, within this...Read more
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Lionel N
About the irons
- Model: Srixon ZX7 MK II Single Iron
Test conditions
- When I bought this: Summer 2023
- Where I’ve used it: Casual and tournament play
- How many times I've used it: 100
Expert Reviews of the Srixon ZX7 MK II Single Iron
Lionel N The Srixon ZX7 MKII Single Iron performs. Looks, feel, and workability are everything I'd expect from a player's cavity in 2023, and the ZX7 MKII has it in abundance.
The V-sole is great for slightly steeper angles of attack, while the tungsten toe weight helps with off-center strikes. It certainly presents with a larger footprint behind the ball, but that only aids in providing confidence. In testing, it was a little low spinning, especially in the longer irons. I put that down to the slightly stronger lofts. A small shaft tweak and the numbers were good enough to put a 4-PW setup into my bag. Being on the lower end of the handicap spectrum, I value the forged feel and compact shape this provides, all while benefiting from the added forgiveness on slight mishits.
For players who are a bit more wandering with their strikes or struggle to elevate the ball at the top end of the bag, I think there are other suitable options a bit further down the line from what the ZX7 MKII offers. However, it ranks highly as a wonderful player's CB option and is a must-test for anyone in that market.
Product Specs
| Iron Set Type | Single Iron |
| Player type | Players |
| Used (Y/N) | No |
| Club Type | Irons |
| Gender | Men's |
| Grip name | Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360 |
| Item | Club length | Lie angle | Loft degrees | Offset degrees | Swing weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Iron | 39'' | 60° | 20° | 3.5mm | D3 |
| 4 Iron | 38.5'' | 60.5° | 22° | 3.3mm | D3 |
| 5 Iron | 38'' | 61° | 25° | 3.2mm | D3 |
| 6 Iron | 37.5'' | 61.5° | 28° | 3mm | D3 |
| 7 Iron | 37'' | 62° | 32° | 2.8mm | D3 |
| 8 Iron | 36.5'' | 62.5° | 36° | 2.4mm | D3 |
| 9 Iron | 36'' | 63° | 41° | 2mm | D3 |
| PW | 35.5'' | 63.5° | 46° | 1.7mm | D3 |
| AW | 35.5'' | 63.5° | 51° | 1.4mm | D4 |
Review Ratings
Workability
5/5
Lionel N gave 5 of 5 stars. This iron category will always allow more advanced players to move the ball high, low, left, and right. This iron is used by pro players all over the world, and workability is a non-negotiable trait. The ZX7 MKII is a solid performer in this aspect, and one can expect to get out precisely what is put in.
Sound
5/5
Lionel N gave 5 of 5 stars. Sound, much like feel, is very subjective. One player's soft is another player's firm. For me, it has a dense feeling and muted strike. Having played forged irons for most of my golfing life, I’d say it's what I’m used to—up to the standard of all other offerings. Depending on where someone's coming from, be it cast or another forged product, it will feel different in a good way or consistent with what they know. The ZX7 MKII is consistent with no surprises.
Feel
5/5
Lionel N gave 5 of 5 stars. The iron feels great on pure hits. The nature of forged iron feedback is still there when I move away from the middle, but it’s never harsh. The beauty of the forging is accentuated by an 80% thicker portion of 1020 carbon steel directly behind the sweet spot.
Forgiveness
4/5
Lionel N gave 4 of 5 stars. Given the category this type of club falls into, one shouldn’t expect to be able to hit it anywhere on the face and get the same results. However, within this category of player's irons, the ZX7 ranks very highly in forgiveness. The tungsten toe weight helps stabilize the outer edges of the face, making off-center hits more playable.
FAQs
What do you love about this product?
Lionel N Consistency. I love knowing my 8-iron will go 157 in the air on a proper strike. Or that I’m going to lose six yards on a mishit. I want those kinds of assurances when using a player's cavity back like the ZX7 MKII.
What I don’t want is the odd home run that flies 166 and airmails the green, leaving an impossible up and costing me a shot. Having the confidence to know the club will do the same thing every time, subject to my input, is why I love and, maybe more importantly, trust it.
Why did you choose this product?
Lionel N I chose this because of the numbers and appearance. Once the numbers are right, it’s all about curb appeal. A great fitting can dial golfers into almost any product option out there these days. So, there will come a point where golfers have to love the looks as much as the performance. I like the look of the badging on the back and the V-sole. Subtle branding is big for me, and this checks all the boxes.
What is the value for the money versus other options?
Lionel N In a world of “you get what you pay for”, high-quality golf equipment is no exception. These are in the same ballpark as any other high-end 4-PW set of forged player's cavity backs on the market.
However, the list price is $100 cheaper than some direct competitors, and that’s a lot in the world of $1,000+ sets. Value for the money is excellent. Golfers should buy the ZX7 MKII with the intention of playing it for many years.
