What does Mizuno MP stand for?

Mizuno's golf business has been built on the success of its MP irons (MP stands for Mizuno Pro), so whenever a new model is introduced it's a big deal, not just for the brand but for Mizuno fans, too.

What are MP irons?

The MP-20 irons are Mizuno's range, offering golfers beautiful looking irons, traditional feel and modern tech.
...
Mizuno MP 20 Irons Review – Which Model is Best for You?

• The MP-20 muscle-back (most bladed) – aimed at pros and low handicappers.
• The MP-20 MMC (multi-metal compound) aimed at low to mid handicappers.

Are Mizuno MP irons blades?

Mizuno MP-5 Irons – 8-iron

These are not just another Mizuno blade iron that you don't think you can hit. These are a well designed, moderately forgiving channel back iron you really might want to consider putting your bag or at least demoing them to see if they will fit your game.

What does Mizuno JPX stand for?

But before we get to that first, let's ask the question: What does JPX stand for? Answer: Japan Performance Extreme. It was a name developed for the Japanese market as a way to introduce more aggressive, distance-driven, often cast irons to a different segment of the market.

What do the Mizuno numbers mean?

Definition of the numbers from left to right: Clubhead Speed: How fast the clubhead and shaft are moving during the swing. Tempo: How quickly the player transitions from the backswing to the downswing. Shaft Toe Down: A measure of the bowing of the shaft in a downward direction during the downswing.

Are JPX 921 forgiving?

As far as these 921s go, they are forgiving, to a point. There are clubs out there that are more forgiving for sure. The Mizuno JPX 921 forged offers a nice blend of forgiveness, but they won't hold your hand like a game improvement iron would. There is technology fitted that is designed to negate the odd bad shot.

What is Mizuno known for?

From Baseball to Industry-Leading Performance Tech

While it started out selling mostly baseball gear, over the next 70 years Mizuno would expand its offering greatly, creating equipment and clothing for tennis, golf, skiing, track and field, boxing, soccer, and less widely played sports like handball.

Where is Mizuno forged?

Chromoly Forged

In 1968, Mizuno moved the production of its forged irons to the Chuo plant in Hiroshima – on the west coast of Japan. Still made in the same exclusive plant today, the partnership has allowed Mizuno to evolve and perfect its forging expertise over many years.

Is MP-20 a blade?

The MP-20 is a true blade in that it is more than happy to leave your ball two or three clubs short of the target when you make a mediocre swing.

What year did Mizuno MP-33 irons come out?

Mizuno MP-33 – Released 2002.

What is MP-20 SEL?

The MP20 SEL is a combination of 5-PW MP20 (blades) with HMB 3, and 4-irons. All the flow, copper and tech from the right-handed models combined into one.

What year did Mizuno MP 32 come out?

Now when it comes to “classics,” Mizuno has produced some of the most recognizable irons of all time, including the Cut Muscle MP-32 released in 2004.

What is Mizuno famous for forging?

Mizuno's grain flow forged irons have a natural flow of the fiber, the grain. This grain acts as a strengthener/reinforcer, improving the block's integrity, consistency and durability. Mizuno is the only company to arrange and control this flow to pass on a performance benefit to the golfer.

Where does Mizuno make their golf clubs?

North American custom golf equipment is assembled at Mizuno's facility, in Braselton, Georgia. This ensures the quickest possible service within the States and beyond, whilst maintaining strict quality control.

What does Mizuno mean in Japanese?

Japanese: habitational name meaning 'water field', from a village so named in Owari (now part of Aichi prefecture). The surname is found mostly along the eastern seaboard and on the island of Okinawa.

Where is Mizuno brand from?

The founder of Mizuno, Rihachi Mizuno, who was impressed by the baseball culture of the United States, began producing baseball wear in an effort to spread baseball in Japan. He aimed at producing athletic wear that was easy to move in and comfortable to wear. This is the first pair of shoes Mizuno worked on.

How old is Mizuno?

The company was formed in 1906 and called Mizuno Brothers Ltd. 2. Mizuno started in the sports business by selling western equipment in a store the brothers opened in 1906. They originally sold baseball equipment after Rihachi fell in love with the sport after watching a game when he was 18 years old.

What handicap should play JPX921 forged?

Mizuno JPX921 Forged Iron

Today's Golfer verdict: Mizuno reckon the Forged are often a good fit for 10-14-handicappers, but we'd say thanks to pretty low offset in the longer irons, we wouldn't go above that. The Forged is a brilliant mix of what lots of reasonable club golfers look for in a set of irons.