Irons · 2020
Srixon Z-Forged
The CaddyIndex™ breakdown: our rating across all six performance dimensions, researched from published expert reviews, online sentiment and our own weighting algorithm.
By the CaddyCompare editorial team · updated 5 June 2026
Performance index
Six researched ratings, lower (blue) through to elite (gold).
Where it wins
- Feel90
- Looks90
- Sound88
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Rated highest for feel and looks; its softest dimension is forgiveness.
You're an elite ball striker who wants a pure forged muscle-back blade with elite feel, workability and the renowned Tour V.T. Sole - with a touch more forgiveness than most blades.
You need forgiveness, easy launch or distance, or you don't strike it consistently from the centre.
Pros
- A pure forged tour blade - a single billet of 1020 carbon steel with a redesigned musclepad for workability and feel
- Top-3 in its category for consistency, ball speed, carry and forgiveness in robot testing - a touch more give than most blades
- Works it both ways, with the Tour V.T. Sole sliding easily through the turf
- Good looks, solid forged feel and strong performance for high-end ball strikers
Cons
- A muscle-back blade - for Tour pros and highly skilled amateurs only
- Traditional lofts and blade distance - a control iron
- Single-digit handicaps and below
By dimension
Forgiveness
ModestA blade, but a forgiving one - robot-tested top-3 in its category for forgiveness, with a tiny bit more give than other blades, a muscle-back for skilled players. Strong for a blade, but still a tour muscle-back.
Distance
SolidBlade distance, top of class - top-3 in its category for ball speed and carry, with a traditional-lofted, controlled flight. Short by modern standards, but fast for a blade.
Workability
ExcellentWorks it both ways - it works it both ways, the Tour V.T. Sole letting you easily manipulate the face for any shot, the redesigned musclepad giving shot control. Elite, blade-grade workability.
Feel
Class-leadingForged-soft - the single billet of 1020 carbon steel and redesigned musclepad give a premium soft feel, a solid forged sensation. Elite, blade-grade feel.
Sound
ExcellentSoft and pure - a soft, muted note off the forged blade, a quiet, premium acoustic. A refined, blade-grade sound.
Looks at address
Class-leadingClassic and clean - the good looks of the clean muscle-back shape, traditional blade beauty. One of the best-looking blades of its era.
Sources
Dig into the independent expert reviews and lab tests that feed into how every club here is rated. Each one is worth reading in full — they carry the launch-monitor data, hands-on testing and detailed photography that paint the complete picture before you buy.
- Read the full review at Srixon Z-Forged Irons Review - Plugged In Golf
- Read the full review at Srixon Z-Forged irons: ClubTest 2020 - golf.com
- Read the full review at Srixon Z-Forged Irons Review - Independent Golf Reviews
- Read the full review at Expert Review: Srixon Z Forged Iron Set - Curated
- Read the full review at Srixon Z Forged Iron Set Review - Golf Club Guru
- Read the full review at Tested: Srixon Z-Forged Irons - Golf Australia
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Srixon Z-Forged best for?
You're an elite ball striker who wants a pure forged muscle-back blade with elite feel, workability and the renowned Tour V.T. Sole - with a touch more forgiveness than most blades.
Who should avoid the Srixon Z-Forged?
You need forgiveness, easy launch or distance, or you don't strike it consistently from the centre.
What handicap is the Srixon Z-Forged suitable for?
The Srixon Z-Forged scores strongest for low-handicap golfers, and also suits scratch and tour players.
What is the Srixon Z-Forged best at?
In our research the Srixon Z-Forged rates highest for workability and feel, and is softest on forgiveness.
Does the Srixon Z-Forged have a shot bias?
The Srixon Z-Forged is broadly neutral in shot shape (no built-in draw or fade bias), with a mid launch and mid spin.