PXG release game improvement iron
PXG 0311XF iron offers extreme forgiveness for higher handicap players
PXG has launched its first game improvement iron, in the form of the 0311XF – with the “XF” standing for extreme forgiveness.
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Unlike most other manufacturers that offer irons for higher handicappers, PXG are not employing a hollow cavity-back design to the wrench, as they believe it compromises feel.
PXG SIGNS JOHNSON AND HORSCHEL
Thermoplastic Elastomer
A large internal cavity is injected with TPE, for a soft feel and forgiveness
Head Size and offset
Longer blade length (around .180 longer) designed to offer confidence at address, and forgiveness by moving CG to the perimeters.
Sole width
Wide sole offers forgiveness for those with a steep angle of attack.
Steel Face Insert
With thickness of 1.4 millimetres
Tungsten weighting
Added to the forged body is tungsten weighting to lower CG
More offset
To help players get the ball in the air
Price: $350 per club
(special ion-plated, diamond-like carbon finish available for $150 extra per club)
Head to the PXG website for more information.
