Connect with us

Equipment

XXIO introduces new forged irons

Published

on

Japanese equipment manufacturer XXIO has introduced a new forged iron offering that seeks to offer both feel and forgiveness at a high level.

8e18feaee491c6e14afaa93189f33441

 

The XXIO Forged Irons have bodies that are forged from S25C steel, but they use high-strength HT1770 steel face inserts that work with the irons’ enlarged cavities to create more forgiveness, particularly on shots hit low on the face.

9e66fe5c632acd72c13bee1d92caa213

 

Screen Shot 2015-03-14 at 10.37.03 AM

 

The multi-piece design also includes a cavity that is structured to both suppress sound and maintain a soft feel at impact — both innovations that will appear to feel-oriented golfers.

Screen Shot 2015-03-14 at 10.37.15 AM

The XXIO Forged irons are available with two stock Nippon shaft options: the N.S. PRO 940GH DST (steel) and MX-5000 (graphite).

829596c734e5d4bee02f2adc0f1d2b98

 

Both shafts have a center of gravity closer to the butt end of the shaft. This counterbalancing effect in said to increase club head speed.

Both the shafts also have softer tips in the long irons, which increase launch angle, and firmer tips in the short irons, which create more consistency.

The irons will sell for $959.99 with steel shafts, $1,199.99 with graphite shafts.

See what GolfWRX members are saying about XXIO’s irons in the forums.

Ben Alberstadt is the Editor-in-Chief at GolfWRX, where he’s led editorial direction and gear coverage since 2018. He first joined the site as a freelance writer in 2012 after years spent working in pro shops and bag rooms at both public and private golf courses, experiences that laid the foundation for his deep knowledge of equipment and all facets of this maddening game. Based in Philadelphia, Ben’s byline has also appeared on PGATour.com, Bleacher Report...and across numerous PGA DFS and fantasy golf platforms. Off the course, Ben is a committed cat rescuer and, of course, a passionate Philadelphia sports fan. Follow him on Instagram @benalberstadt.

16 Comments

16 Comments

  1. gloomis4me

    Mar 20, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    Youtube video of the manufacturing of XXIO golf clubs
    XXIO makes high quality golf clubs

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYlL1xSJJnM

  2. dcorun

    Mar 19, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    If they are made by Srixon/Cleveland then they’re a quality club. $1200 for a set with graphite shafts means they won’t be in my bag anytime soon.

  3. Neil

    Mar 18, 2015 at 8:16 pm

    Any body knows were the be sold at in the usa

  4. kloyd0306

    Mar 18, 2015 at 5:44 pm

    I wonder how many readers know that XXiO is Srixon-Cleveland with a higher price tag……

  5. smallball

    Mar 18, 2015 at 1:58 pm

    Will they be available in left handed ?

  6. Charlie

    Mar 18, 2015 at 1:46 pm

    What do they look like from the address position?

    • kloyd0306

      Mar 18, 2015 at 5:41 pm

      Yes, you’d think that with all the pics taken, there would be at least one of what the golfer sees at address.

      The pics were probably taken by some pimply-faced Harvard grad who thinks that golf is just another marketing opportunity. The product is irrelevant.

    • Nolanski

      Mar 20, 2015 at 8:42 am

      What is the first thing you do when looking at new club?. You get in your stance and look down at it. Charlie had a great question.

    • Mark

      Mar 22, 2015 at 9:50 am

      That was my first question as well. Doesn’t matter what it looks like from any other angle.

  7. Hiduce

    Mar 18, 2015 at 1:23 pm

    I tried out these irons at my local pro shop. To me they feel better than anything TM has put out recently but no better than a well struck mizuno forging. I did pick up a dozen of thier balls in Japan last year for about $42 and they are the best ball I have played with yet. They are less “clicky” than pro-v1x and lighter off the face than a srixon z-star. I have one more left that I just used for 18 holes and it is still in fairly good shape. My LPS also started carrying these and they are selling them for……….. $89.99 a doz!!!

  8. Fran

    Mar 18, 2015 at 1:02 pm

    What golf outlets sell these irons and what handicap range are these clubs made for?

    • David

      Mar 20, 2015 at 5:25 pm

      I was talking to a srixon rep on Wednesday, the xx10 brand is designed for players with swing speeds in the 75-80mph range. They are designed to get the bask airborne

  9. Hiduce

    Mar 18, 2015 at 12:39 pm

    I’ve hit these at my local pro shop. They feel great compared to anything TM is offering now, but no better than a well-struck Mizuno forging. I picked up a dozen of thier balls for about $42 at a pro shop in Japan. They are by far the best ball I have used- the only ball I like better than z-stars. They feel like a “less clicky” pro-v, a little firmer than a Wilson Duo and lighter off the face than z-stars. I was pretty excited when I found out they started selling them at my LPS until I saw the price….. $89.99 a doz!!!! What a joke.

  10. Golfraven

    Mar 18, 2015 at 8:31 am

    Can’t really fall in love with those.

  11. slider

    Mar 18, 2015 at 12:22 am

    ugly give me the rsi any day

    • kalervo

      Mar 18, 2015 at 3:58 am

      So you want cheap ass marketing crap over quality forging? WHATEVER

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Whats in the Bag

Brianna Do WITB (June 2026)

Published

on

Driver: Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond (9 degrees)
Shaft: KBS PGW

3-wood: Callaway Elyte Titanium (15 degrees)
Shaft: KBS PGW

5-wood: Callaway Elyte (18 degrees)
Shaft: KBS PGW

Hybrids: Callaway Paradym (21 @22, 24, 27 degrees)
Shafts: KBS PGI 60

Irons: Callaway X Forged Star (7-PW)
Shafts: KBS PGI 75

Wedges: PXG Sugar Daddy III (50, 56, 60 10S)
Shafts: KBS

Putter: Odyssey Damascus Milled Rossie S Putter

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet

Continue Reading

Whats in the Bag

Athena Singh WITB 2026 (June)

Published

on

Driver: TaylorMade Qi4D (10.5 Degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 6 S

3-wood: TaylorMade Qi10 Max (16 Degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Red 6 S

5-wood: TaylorMade Qi4D (18 Degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Red 6 S

Hybrid: TaylorMade Qi4D (25 Degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue HB 7 S

Irons: TaylorMade P770 (5-PW)
Shafts: Mitsubishi MMT Graphite 65 R

Wedges: TaylorMade MG5 (50-09SB, 56-08LB, 60-08LB)
Shafts: Mitsubishi MMT Graphite 75 S

Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour

Grips: Golf Pride MCC

Continue Reading

Equipment

What are the best golf socks? – GolfWRXers discuss

Published

on

In our forums, not everything is about club selection and shaft options. A heated debate has bubbled up surrounding the best sock options players can wear on the course.

@CletePurcel asked:

“Just bought 2 new pairs of FootJoy shoes and trying to find out the most favorable socks to wear. I try to walk 9 holes two to three times a week and good socks are a must. Thanks in advance.

Members in the forum chimed in with their favorite footwear accessories. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

  • Maroon_19: “I’ve only worn Kentwool socks for golf for the last 8 years – regardless of weather. I walk 90% of my rounds and play anywhere from 50-75 rounds a year (going to go up as I just retired). They only get worn for golf. As long as you care for them, they’ll care for you. Have had zero blisters with them. I just started using my second set of 8 pair for our Bandon trip earlier this month. The old ones will now go into the daily wear rotation. Still good after all these years.”
  • smoova: “I’ve had good luck with Swiftwick. Walk every round 12 months a year in Colorado.”
  • Hawkeye77: “FJ Pro ProDry is what I’m usually wearing just because I have more of them, but I’ve got some Smartwool socks I love for the wool aspect – they sell them as running socks. The thicker socks are better for certain shoes. I’ve gone merino/other wool in almost all my socks – athletic, “dress” and so forth – no more “Orlon”, lol, some golf socks are the exception.”
  • th6252: “Another vote for Kentwool, honorable mentions to Balega and Falke(thanks to someone on this forum for turning me onto the RU3).”

Entire Thread: “Best golf socks???”

If you aren’t a member, join us in the GolfWRX forums today!

Continue Reading

Announcement

Our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use have been updated as of January 29th, 2026. Please review the updated policies here Privacy Policy | Terms of Use. By continuing to use our site after January 29th, 2026, you agree to the changes.

WITB

Facebook

Trending