Wilson refined the DYNAPWR Forged irons for 2026, removing sole slots and leaning on internal face tech for a cleaner look and improved feel.
Gear: Wilson DYNAPWR Forged irons (2026)
Price: $1199.99 (steel), $1299.99 (graphite)
Specs: Forged 8620 carbon steel construction with cup face design, variable face thickness, urethane-filled cavity (3-9.
Available: Late-February
Who it’s for: Golfers who shoot in the 70s and 80s who like the look and feel of a forged iron but want additional ball speed, launch help and forgiveness.
What you should know: Wilson added a face-wrap design and more refined internal shaping to the DYNAPWR Forged with the goal being to maintain distance and forgiveness compared to last season’s version, while delivering a cleaner look, improved sound and a more premium feel that better fits alongside the Staff Model family.
The Deep Dive: There’s always been a balancing act at the heart of the players-distance iron category. Golfers want the speed and launch assistance that modern engineering can provide, but they don’t want to see or hear anything that reminds them they’re swinging something that might be confused with a game-improvement iron. With the 2026 DYNAPWR Forged, Wilson’s engineers leaned hard into that reality to refine the looks while retaining the performance.
Compared to the 2025 Dynapower Forged, the most significant change is how ball speed and forgiveness are created. The previous model relied on polymer-filled Power Holes in the sole of the long and mid irons to help the face flex, especially on thin strikes. That approach worked, but it also introduced visible technology that some better players were never fully comfortable with.
For 2026, those slots are gone and in their place is Wilson’s PKR-CUP face design, which wraps the forged face material into the sole. By moving the weld line away from the primary impact area, Wilson also gave its engineers more control over face behavior and manufacturing consistency. Players will benefit from a hinge-like flex zone low on the face without cutting slots into the sole.
The face itself continues to be shaped using AI-driven simulations, but the emphasis has shifted. Rather than pairing variable face thickness with external features (such as Power Holes), Wilson used artificial intelligence to fine-tune internal thickness patterns, allowing the face to flex efficiently across a broader area while maintaining predictable launch windows. Yes, players can expect more speed, but it will show up more consistently, and that’s what more accomplished players want.
Feel and sound were also higher priorities this time around. The 2026 DYNAPWR Forged irons incorporate TE-031 urethane in the cavity of 3-iron through 9-iron to manage vibration at impact. Combined with the forged 8620 carbon steel construction, the urethane helps soften acoustics and create a more traditional sensation at impact, particularly for players sensitive to sound feedback.
Visually, the iron has been nudged further toward the better-player end of the spectrum. The profile remains forgiving enough to inspire confidence, but the absence of sole slots and the more refined cavity geometry give it a cleaner, more premium look at address. It is still very much a player ‘s-distance iron, but one that now signals that intent more discreetly.
Within Wilson’s iron lineup, the DYNAPWR Forged sits between the company’s most traditional and most forgiving offerings. The Staff Model MB and Staff Model CB remain the choice for elite ball strikers who prioritize shot control and precision, while the new Staff Model XB caters to golfers who want distance in a slightly larger, more forgiving chassis. The DYNAPWR Forged offers a forged feel and compact shaping, with modern ball-speed assistance, for the same type of player.
Taken together, the 2026 changes are less about reinventing the iron and more about refinement. Wilson kept the core idea of the DYNAPWR Forged intact, but delivered its performance in a quieter, more sophisticated way that better aligns with the expectations of accomplished players who want distance help without visual compromise.