The All New Mizuno MP-20 Irons

This autumn Mizuno Golf have released their replacement iron range for the MP-18, the MP-20 range and in true Mizuno style it does not fail to live up to everything golfers come to expect from a Mizuno Golf Iron

LAYERS OF FEEL

The MP-20 range comes in 3 different models so there is a head shape to compliment every golfers needs and preferences. These are the MP-20 MB Blades, MP-20 MMC (Multi Material Cavity) and the MP-20 HMB (Hot Metal Blade).

All 3 models have the same foot sleek look at address meaning that the can be mixed and matched between them so giving fitters multiple options when it comes to compiling your set make up.

The HMB model is slightly longer from heel to toe and from front to back to enable the forgeing together of both moulds but the bevelled top line still gives that sleek view at address which fits in nicely with the MB look.

Completing the family is one for the lefties, Mizuno has brought to the market a combo set for lefthanded golfers only in the MP-20 SEL (Special Editon Leftie). This set comprises of MP-20 HMB in the long irons and MP-20 MB in the mid to short irons. The lofts are dfferent to that of their RH models so that the set blends smoothly from the 18 Degree #3 MP-20 HMB all the way through to the 46 degree MP-20 #PW, all flowing at 4 degree increments.

Whichever MP20 range you go for you can guarentee you will not be founding wantng for that famous Mizuno feel. Each iron is Grain Flow HD forged from a single billet of 1025E mild carbon steel.

The head is then layered with a thin coating of copper, harking back to legendary Mizuno blades of the past like the TN87, MP29 etc. This extra layer of copper gives the golfer extra feel at impact which the ball strikers crave for.

On top of the thin layer of copper is a protective nickel chrome layer which completes what Mizuno describes as an impact sensation and their purest ever. The MP-20 range has Layers Of Feel.

The 3 different irons in the range each have their own unique apeal which can be used as a set in their own right or easily blend into a custom set dependent on your needs.

To find your best Mp-20 iron we recommend going to your nearest Mizuno Fitting Centre and get fit using the award winning new Shaft Optimizer 3D which now has a built in gyro for digital lie angle adjustments enabling the fitter to offer you a more accurate fit.



Mizuno MP-20 MB Blades - Layers of History.. Layers of Feel

Heavily influenced by the legendary blades of Mizuno's past, the MP-20 is the ultimate Mizuno muscle back iron. At Japans famous Hiroshima plant each head is Grain Flow Forged HD from a single billet of 1025E Pure Select mild carbon steel. This is then covered by a thin coating of soft copper plating which is covered by a protective nickel chrome layer for legendary feel and feedback which harks back to revered Mizuno blades of the past like the TN-87 etc.

Despite Mizuno using Grain Flow Forging HD to tighten up the process and evolving CAD process to predict the vibration patterns, the feedback from players was that there was something missing compared to the feel of legendary irons in the past the TN-87 and MP-14 and the like. The only element that was missing from later irons was the thin copper layer. With that in mind at the Valspar a blind test was conducted by Mizuno the test pool used overwhelmingly preferred the prototype with copper plating.

Key Features:-

  • Layers of Feel - at Hiroshima Japan from a single billet of 1025E mild carbon steel each head is Grain Flow Forged HD, like the original layering from Mizuno's superb TN-87 blade it is then coved by thin a layer of copper and a protective nickel chrome cover
  • Tour Ready Profile - a new prospective was provided by the usage of of Mizuno irons by both the contracted and free agent players on tour. By studying these players Mizuno were able to hone the elements of their most played/retained tour iron models.
  • Vertically Stable - forgiveness on strikes both low and high on the head are negated by having a fuller vertical spread of weight. this is achieved by having a discreetly tapered topline and cambered sole without comprimising on that tradidtional muscle back appearance.
  • Refined Topline - from feedback gained from the tour Mizuno have created the thinnest topline of recent models. The MP-20 #3 iron is reduced by 0.05mmm and the PW by 0.15mm compared to the previous years MP-18 model.
  • Mixed Satin/Mirror Finish - glare on areas of the clubface in the playing position is reduced by using a combination of chrome finshing.



    • Mizuno MP-20 MMC - Multi Metal Performance

    The Elite Players Cavity... the 2nd generation of Mizuno's MMC iron has a topline which is thinner than its predecessor and the all important scoring irons are even more refined. Based on the same chasis as the new MP-20 MB irons, with the same set flow and proportions, the MP-20 MMC iron has been engineered to be more playable by using the combination of a titanim muscle plate and tungsten weight in the sole.

    Also Grain Flow Forged HD from a single billet of 1025E Mild Carbon Steel for exceptional feedback and feel.

    If you are a golfer that is satisfied with their ball speeds and distances but just needs alittle bit of help on the mis-hits, then this is the iron for you. The new MMC is a smaller sharper version than the original model which appeals to the eye at address of the golfer with more traditional preferences.

    Key Features:-

  • Layers of Feel - at Hiroshima Japan from a single billet of 1025E mild carbon steel each head is Grain Flow Forged HD, like the original layering from Mizuno's superb TN-87 blade it is then coved by thin a layer of copper and a protective nickel chrome cover
  • Multi-Material Construction - Grain Flow Forged HD 1025E mild carbon steel chasis paired with a titanium pad throughout. For ease of launch and compact profile there is 12g tungsten weight inserted in the toe for the low to mid irons.
  • Stability in a Tour Preferred Profile - whilst maintaining the thickness is the centre portion of the clubhead which gives muscle backs that feel and feedback, titsnium muscle spreads weight to enable forgiveness and off centre strikes.
  • Dramatically Thinner Topline - from feedback gained from the tour Mizuno have created the thinnest topline of recent models. The MP-20 #4 iron is reduced by 0.3mm and the PW by 0.4mm compared to the previous years MP-18 MMC model.It is less than 1mm thicker than its MB blade brother.
  • Improved Set Flow to Wedges - from 8 iron to pitching wedge a narrower sole is created by the use of a 2nd titanium muscle pad which is specefic to the shorter irons.
  • Mixed Satin/Mirror Finish - glare on areas of the clubface in the playing position is reduced by using a combination of chrome finshing.



    • Mizuno MP-20 HMB - A New Breed

    A full set of performance hybrid irons in a sleek tour ready profile which were inspired by the increasing amount of tour presence of replacement log irons. The MP-20 HMB or Hot Metal Blades extends this concet right throughout the bag from long iron to wedge. Built on the ball speeds and performance of Mizuno's Chromoly Face and Neck complimented by Tungsten weighting and a precision stainless steel body. Like the other models in the MP-20 family they have a thin layer of soft copper plating and a protective Nickel Chrome outer layer for that unrivalled legendary Mizuno feedback and feel.

    Chris Voshall, Mizuno Golf Brand Manager was quoted as saying

    "A few years back it was a surprise to see truly elite tour players with more than one long iron replacement – but now that we’ve found their acceptance point on offset, size and proportions, there’s a new set who are open-minded to the #5 iron and beyond. We’re excited to see what happens they experiment with the HMB."

    Key Features:-

  • Layers of Feel - at Hiroshima Japan from a single billet of 1025E mild carbon steel each head is Grain Flow Forged HD, like the original layering from Mizuno's superb TN-87 blade it is then coved by thin a layer of copper and a protective nickel chrome cover
  • Mixes With Any MP-20 Set - the HMB's can be played as a set in their own right or used as long iron replacements and mixed in with the MB and MMC sets. Mizuno recommend that the breaks in the set are between the 4 and 5 irons and the 7 and 8 irons for blended sets.
  • MuscleBack DNA - with the proportions and topline of the classic muscle back blades and offset transitions throughout the set but with a hidden at address wide sole. Without compromising their shot making abilities the HMB design has greater ball speeds for those seeking an extra few yards.
  • Complex Loft Specific Construction - the multi-thickness grain flow forged chromoly is tuned in to be consistently hot across the clubfaceface. In the long to mid irons 2 12g tungsten weights support stability and make it easy to launch the ball. The short irons feel soft and responsive as a result of the softer 1025E mild carbon steel used in their manufacture.
  • Brush Satin Finish - durable plated finish with the extra added benefit of being low glare.



    • Mizuno MP-20 SEL - Special Edition Leftie