This mere mortal ranks the best irons of 2022. These were all clubs I took out on course for full play tests as well as my testing in the simulator.
I’ll break down my favorite irons in the categories of feel, forgiveness, workability, distance and value.
Irons tested include the Cobra Forged Tec, Mizuno Pro 223, Callaway Rogue ST, PXG 0211 XCor2, TaylorMade Stealth, Cobra Forged Tec X, Tacomo 101, and the Tour Edge Exotics C722.
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Ok, i wonder if the Ping i525 is in this lot – guess not.
Apologies but I don’t get this “upcoming” status, either post the video or don’t, why the necessity of just filling up our inbox ?
Sad to see Ben Hogan go out of business. Been playing hogans since the mid-70s. With a few others mixed in, Being 66 I bought my last set a year ago. What’s your thoughts on new irons? Mizuno, takomo, etc. my handicap has ballooned to 12. TIA
Ok. I have my popcorn. Let the show begin.
Doubt he’ll review a Miura set
Those Takomo irons appear to impress everyone who plays them. The only ding is not trying, but you could pay for a fitting and test the shafts.
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I like the Mizuno 225, have been playing Hogan PTx Pro for the past three years and like them except for the shafts could not get the TT XP shafts from Hogan…If some on has a lot of money and can buy back the Hogan name, and license, then maybe Hogan will be back on the marktet….
What a surprise. Looks wise the most beautiful clubs. But I never had them in hand…yet. Enjoy them and keep showing your results
My main bag has PXG 0211s from 2021, 4-GW and 52, 56 degree forged wedges. I also have an 0211 5, 7 woods and a 19 degree hybrid 1 can mix and match depending on the course. Cobra F9 driver and 3 wood top off the bag.
Great stuff Gabe!
Would you say that Forged Tec (not X) was a close second?
I feel like we really are spoiled as modern golfers with all the amazing options we have available to us.
I thought you would go with the forged tec since feel and workability are very important. Currently I am playing the pxg gen 3 xp irons which feel great, go very long and are workable and are only $129 per iron. Have a great trip! Looks like so much fun.
Hi! I was wondering what shaft flex you had in the Taylormade with swing speed of 78 mph? Thanks!
I figured it would be those irons after they were always in the top 3 categories.
Trying figure out if I need fitted for irons or not. Your using Takomo's which you can't get fit for so maybe it's overrated? Can't decide if I should buy off the shelf or get fit. I'm currently a 15 handicap.
Another great video Gabe! Love the lead up to the new irons and cent wait to see Ireland trip! Curious, price aside, would you have made same choice if forged tec were closer in price? Thought for sure you were going with those, but not surprised since you hit the takomo’s really well
What shaft option did you choose for your takomos?
I figured based upon your review and this list of 'bests' this would be the best overall club for you. These look very nice and if you know your specs you can get a good set. I think the only knock on them would be minimal customization. A tall or short person might have some problems but it also looks like you can just order the heads and drop whatever shaft you want in them. That might be the way I go if I decide to change up sometime in the future. So you can put whatever shaft you want at whatever length you want and still come out with a good value.
I have to say I was surprised. Thought the Mizuno was going in the bag by default. Great video Gabe!
I figured you would go with the forged tec, 223's, or tacomo. You had good spin, height, and distance from all 3, plus your previous comments on these clubs have been glowing. I think you would have been very happy with any of the three. Looking forward to your trip to southwest Ireland.
What shafts did you get in your 101's? Did you have the same shaft in all irons you tested?
I will guess that Gabe goes for the forged tech from Cobra, but I hope he goes with the pxg's. I have last generation and absolutely love them!
Excellent Review, Thanks Gabe!
I'm thinking about trying out the Takomos.
Hard to beat the value of these club.
I don’t understand your mizuno comment about distance. You weren’t happy with the distance, but the mizuno loft was essentially the same as an 8 iron in the other brands, so what difference does it make of it says 7 or 8 on the clubs. I would rather have loft numbers on clubs now because iron numbers are irrelevant with loft jacking.
Good review. I figured you would go for the forged tecs. The takomo's are pretty sweet too though. If I didn't already have p790s, I would probably go for the Cobra's.
Hello Gabe. Well done. What a difficult decision but I did think these would be close call after your excellent review of them. Can’t wait to see the Ireland trip videos. You will love it there. Next time make it an England trip and I will definitely come see you. Now what I would like to see now is a complete 18 hole round played with your new clubs. ………
Hi Gabe: great review! I have to say as a long-time follower, I wasn't surprise at all by any of the results. I kind of had a similar experience. I thought the Cobra Forged Tec was the club of 2021, and this year's was only better. Only problem for me is the power loft. Loved the Mizuno. But the Takomo is not just the value, its what you get, and having see ALL your videos this year, and seeing you play those, I have zero surprise they are in your bag.
At some point, you may want to try the Takomo 201s. They are awesome and forged and the feel is exceptional. You may want to try the 101Ts also (meaning 101 tour). Same as the 101, except a more player's profile blade with shorter length and a little less offset. I love that Takomo doesn't overdo the lofts. The 201s are half-traditional lofts; the 7 iron is at 32 degrees.
That said, you trip sounds amazing! So happy for your and the 101s and I am hope that you will have an amazing and most enjoyable time! Cheers!
Interesting choice. I would love to see a side by side comparison of the Tacomo 101’s vs the Haywood golf signature irons. Both direct to consumer, hollow body, similar look and price point.
Some nice clubs your playing in Ireland not to far from myself