Over the recent months I have acquired full sets of the following Mizuno Mp iron models, all fitted with DGS300 shafts.
MP63
MP69
MP4
MP15
MP 5
First off, I applaud Mizuno Corporation for making this type of comparison test possible. No other brand that I know of introduces new iron models, but still maintains the same finished lengths, lie angles, and lofts. This specification consistency allows for a fair comparison of various models.
As for results, after playing a few rounds of golf, as well as range time, with each of the above models, my observation is that these MP models are all superb performing iron designs. Below I have listed a few criteria categories.
APPEARANCE: each model is of medium type head size. The MP 4 has the smallest head of the fives sets above, but it is still a relatively large head (compared to classic blades of the 1970's and 1980's era). All five sets have a brilliant chrome finish and are very attractive.
DISTANCE: virtually identical carry distance produced from all five models. For reference, my PW=avg 120 carry yardage, 7 iron =avg 155 carry yardage, 5 iron =175 yard carry average. These yardages are at seal level, flat terrain.
TRAJECTORY: virtually identical trajectory from all five models.My swing produces reasonably high trajectory shots from the wedge through the 5 iron. There is not a 4 or 3 iron made with which I am able to strike high trajectory shots; for me the 3 and 4 long irons fly flow then bounce and roll.
SOUND: compared to the MP63, 69, 4, and 5 models, the MP15 has a more dense , muted impact sound.This is true for both quality strikes as well as slightly mis hit shots.
FEEL: for golf shots I believe that SOUND equals FEEL; the two are the same thing.
So, my initial observations are as above, and I attribute most of that to the fact that the lofts, lies, and shafts are the same for each of my sets. My golf handicap averages about a 2, so I am a respectable ball striker, or at least better than average. I am sure Tour pros such as Chris Wood or Luke Donald could offer up much more detail as to the subtle playing differences among MP sets, but I am not of that caliber player.
I will continue rotating the above five sets, both for golf course and range play. It's a true pleasure for me to be able to enjoy Mizuno's fine products.
MP63
MP69
MP4
MP15
MP 5
First off, I applaud Mizuno Corporation for making this type of comparison test possible. No other brand that I know of introduces new iron models, but still maintains the same finished lengths, lie angles, and lofts. This specification consistency allows for a fair comparison of various models.
As for results, after playing a few rounds of golf, as well as range time, with each of the above models, my observation is that these MP models are all superb performing iron designs. Below I have listed a few criteria categories.
APPEARANCE: each model is of medium type head size. The MP 4 has the smallest head of the fives sets above, but it is still a relatively large head (compared to classic blades of the 1970's and 1980's era). All five sets have a brilliant chrome finish and are very attractive.
DISTANCE: virtually identical carry distance produced from all five models. For reference, my PW=avg 120 carry yardage, 7 iron =avg 155 carry yardage, 5 iron =175 yard carry average. These yardages are at seal level, flat terrain.
TRAJECTORY: virtually identical trajectory from all five models.My swing produces reasonably high trajectory shots from the wedge through the 5 iron. There is not a 4 or 3 iron made with which I am able to strike high trajectory shots; for me the 3 and 4 long irons fly flow then bounce and roll.
SOUND: compared to the MP63, 69, 4, and 5 models, the MP15 has a more dense , muted impact sound.This is true for both quality strikes as well as slightly mis hit shots.
FEEL: for golf shots I believe that SOUND equals FEEL; the two are the same thing.
So, my initial observations are as above, and I attribute most of that to the fact that the lofts, lies, and shafts are the same for each of my sets. My golf handicap averages about a 2, so I am a respectable ball striker, or at least better than average. I am sure Tour pros such as Chris Wood or Luke Donald could offer up much more detail as to the subtle playing differences among MP sets, but I am not of that caliber player.
I will continue rotating the above five sets, both for golf course and range play. It's a true pleasure for me to be able to enjoy Mizuno's fine products.