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PXG · Irons · 2024

PXG Black Ops Irons

2 reviewers
85

Strongly recommended

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The takeaway

PXG's longest, freakishly forgiving iron.

They agree

  • +Longest of the range
  • +Extremely forgiving
  • +Great sound and feel

The knocks

  • −Larger head and wide sole
  • −Not forged

Buy it ifyou want max distance and forgiveness

Skip it ifyou want a compact players look

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The verdicts.

National Club Golfer

UK magazine, hands-on club testing

Loved it

“it's pretty damn forgiving”

PXG's first-ever game-improvement iron, a hollow dual-cavity design that is the longest and freakishly forgiving with a muted, pleasant feel.

+ the facts · 4 pros · 2 cons
  • +Longest of the three models
  • +Extremely forgiving on off-center hits
  • +More muted feel than expected from the construction
  • −Largest head and top line
  • −Not forged, unlike the Gen 7 range

For: Newer or highest-handicap golfers, or seniors wanting extra height

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The Average Golfer

Real-world gear for regular golfers

Loved it

“possibly the best game improvement iron of 2024”

Possibly the best game improvement iron of 2024, with outstanding sound, feel and numbers that belie its category.

+ the facts · 4 pros · 1 cons
  • +Superb aesthetics
  • +Exceptional forged-like sound and feel
  • +Perfect launch, peak height and descent numbers
  • −Larger profile, wide sole may put some off

For: Any golfer who can accept a larger game improvement profile

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