Three new models have been launched in the 2024 Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal irons with the latest generation featuring the Hot Metal, Pro and HL versions.
The JPX925 range replaces the JPX923 irons with new and improved designs across the Hot Metal, the Pro and the High Launch models.
The Hot Metal provide all-round benefits with additional distance and speed from the new package, the Pro is more compact and ideal for shot-shaping and the High Launch does exactly as you’d expect from the name.
Mizuno have made the face 30% thinner, added more flex and also redesigned the CORTECH design for the most complete performance yet.
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Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal Irons Review
The JPX925 Hot Metal irons are the standard version of the three models and offer an impressive combination of speed, power and precision that mid-handicap golfers crave.
The irons are crafted from a multi-material construction that incorporates Nickel Chromoly, along with strategically placed tungsten in the longer irons (4-7) to create a higher launch with a lower sweet spot.
One of the standout features of the JPX925 is the newly engineered CORTECH design, which includes a Contour Ellipse face for the first time.
The face is 30% thinner than its predecessor in the JPX923s, resulting in enhanced center ball speed and improved speed retention across the entire impact zone.
The irons also utilize a one-piece cup face geometry, which has thinned areas around the perimeter to expand the rebound area, maximize ball speed across the face and increase overall face flex for added CORAREA (Coefficient of Restitution).
The balanced stability frame improves control while maintaining forgiveness, producing a tour-preferred vibration and sound thanks to new Acoustic Sound Ribs.
The Hot Metal irons are available in 4-iron (19 degrees) to sand wedge (54 degrees).
Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal Pro Irons Review
The JPX925 Hot Metal Pro irons are designed for lower-handicap golfers seeking a more compact profile while still benefiting from advanced technology.
Like the Hot Metals, they are designed with a multi-material construction that combines Nickel Chromoly and tungsten weighting but have a smaller clubhead as a players’ iron.
The irons have a slightly shorter blade length, thinner top line, and marginally less offset compared to the standard Hot Metal model, appealing to players who prefer a more refined look at address.
The new tungsten weights used in the longer irons (4-iron to 7-iron) enhances launch characteristics and improves landing angles, making it easier to hit precise approach shots.
The face in these irons is 30% thinner than previous versions courtesy of the new CORTECH design with a Contour Ellipse face.
Golfers now get more ball speed from across the face, more consistent distances regardless of ball striking and deliver time after time.
The irons also have the one-piece cup face geometry incorporated into the design with thinner areas around the perimeter of the clubhead, more flex in the face and an increased Coefficient of Restitution (COR).
The Pro irons also incorporate Mizuno’s Harmonic Impact Technology, which delivers ideal feel and feedback at impact from new Acoustic Sound Ribs.
The Hot Metal Pro irons are available in 4-iron (19 degrees) to sand wedge (54 degrees).
Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal HL Irons Review
The JPX925 Hot Metal HL irons are a High Launch option and are a perfect option for golfers with slower swing speeds and those seeking increased spin in their iron play.
Designed with a wider, easier-to-elevate package compared to other models in the JPX925 line, the High Launch range is confidence-boosting at address.
Like the other models, they are made from Nickel Chromoly and also feature tungsten strategically positioned low in the 4-7 irons, creating a higher launch with a lower sweet spot.
A newly engineered CORTECH design and Contour Ellipse face combined to deliver consistent distance across the entire impact zone, making shots longer and more predictable than ever before.
The re-engineered multi-thickness face profile, which is 30% thinner than the previous generation, also enhances center ball speed and ensures maximum speed retention from across the face.
The one-piece Cup Face geometry incorporates thinned areas revolving 360 degrees around the perimeter to increase the rebound area.
The variable sole thickness of the High Launch irons further increases the overall face flex area of the face for added CORAREA (Coefficient of Restitution Area).
To improve control in this model and add to the forgiveness on offer, the JPX925 HLs utilize a Balanced Stability Frame to produce a tour-preferred vibration and sound.
The Hot Metal HL irons are available in 4-iron (19 degrees) to sand wedge (54 degrees).
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The JPX925 Hot Metal family is near perfect combination of options with the three models catering to different player preferences.
We found the standard Hot Metal model offers solid all-round performance for mid-handicappers, the Hot Metal Pro’s more compact profile suits better players and the High Launch is beneficial for slower swing speeds.
The Hot Metals improved our speed, distance and were more precise, the Pro added distance and shot-shaping benefits and the High Launch were the most forgiving.
All round, they performed impressively with gains in main areas compared to the JPX923 irons.
FAQs
What is the Mizuno JPX925 irons release date?
The new irons were launched in August 2024 and are available for purchase now.
How much do Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal irons cost?
The Hot Metal irons cost $1,185 / £899, the Pro irons cost $1,300 / £989 and the High Launch cost $989 / £749 per set.
What are the Mizuno JPX925 irons specs?
All three models are available in 4-iron (19 degrees) to sand wedge (54 degrees).
What Mizuno says about the JPX925 Hot Metal irons range:
“The JPX925 Hot Metal redefines the performance of an already industry-leading franchise.
“Designed for golfers seeking a more compact profile, the Hot Metal Pro offers the same advanced technology in a sleeker, more refined package.
“Designed for golfers seeking a maximum launch and spin, the Hot Metal HL offers the same advanced technology in a wider, easier to elevate package.
“Combining the power and speed of Nickel Chromoly with a newly engineered CORTECH Design featuring a Contour Ellipse face, the consistency of distance across the entire impact zone has never been as long and predictable.
“The addition of tungsten weighting low in the head adds a height and landing angle element that makes hitting precise shots into greens easier than ever.
“A completely re-engineered multi-thickness face profile, pushing to the extremes with a 30% thinner face than the previous generation. The Contour Ellipse enhances center ball speed and ensures maximum speed retention throughout the impact zone.
“Tungsten positioned low in the 4-7 irons creates a higher launch with a lower sweet spot, producing a steeper landing angle.
“One-piece Cup Face geometry with thinned areas revolving 360 degrees around the perimeter, increasing rebound area for maximum ball speed across the entire face.”
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