Equipment
Srixon Z745 and Z545 irons
Srixon’s newest line of irons, the Z745 and Z545 irons, seek to offer golfers the best of both worlds — soft-feeling, forged irons created with modern technologies that makes them playable for a wide range of golfers.
Although they target different golfers, the two irons share technologies that improve turf interaction, increase spin control and enhance forgiveness in the long irons.
For better turf interaction and more consistent strikes, the Z745 and Z545 irons use what Srixon calls a Tour V.T. Sole, V-shaped design that increases leading edge bounce and decreases trail-edge bounce.
Laser double-milling on their faces increases friction to stabilize spin in both wet and dry conditions, and enhances distance control with a tighter dispersion. The long irons (3-6) in both sets use a tungsten weight in the toe, which helps forgiveness on off-center strikes.
Those are the similarities, now read below to see the differences, and figure out which iron best suits your game.
Related: See what GolfWRX members are saying about the Srixon irons in our forums.
Srixon Z745 irons
Srixon’s Z745 one-piece forged irons, made from 1020 carbon steel, have a smaller profile than the Z545 irons. The muscle cavity is designed for better players who are looking for a more penetrating ball flight and increased workability.
Based on our testing with a 6 iron from each set, the Z745 irons spun around 200 rpm more than the Z545 irons, and launched 1-degree lower. The Z745’s also carried about one-yard shorter, which isn’t game-changing, but players that need the extra distance should lean toward the Z545 irons.
Srixon’s Tour V.T sole uses a V-shape for better turf interaction.
The irons (3-PW) come stock with a True Temper Dynamic Gold shaft and sell on retail for $999.99.
Srixon Z545 irons
Srixon’s Z545 cavity back irons are for players who want a slightly larger profile, a higher launch and added forgiveness. They use a thin, high-strength SUP10 steel faces to increase the club’s COR, which means more distance across the face.
Z545 irons sport a slightly thicker top line, which may add confidence to golfers who don’t always hit the sweet spot.
The irons (3-PW) come stock with a True Temper Dynamic Gold shaft and sell on retail for $999.99.
See what GolfWRX members are saying about Srixon’s irons in the forums.
This week, we have our Tour Photographer, Greg Moore, on the ground at the OccuNet Classic at Tascosa Golf Club in Amarillo, Texas, for the 14th event of the 2026 Korn Ferry Tour season. With that, we see some great things in the Lead Tape Report as we roll into Amarillo.
Joel Thelen
Monday Qualifier, Joel Thelen is in the field this week. He has played on the Korn Ferry Tour for a full season in 2023, and he is back in action this week. A couple of clubs caught my eye this week in his bag.
First off: His trusted Titleist 816 H2 hybrid. This club came out in October of 2015, and it still remains strong in the bag. Also, take a look at this Odyssey White Hot OG 7, putting a capital S in the 7S model. This custom neck has some impressive lean for an arm-lock-style putter. The bottom of the putter is covered in tape for optimal weighting.
Mitchell Meissner
Taking a look at Mitchell Meissner’s bag this week, we have some great lead tape coverage. Top to bottom working from fairway metals, irons, and wedges. We can see on the short irons and wedges that there is tape at the base of the grip, adding a little counterbalance. Along with that, some tape on the short irons and wedges as well. Moving to his putter, he rolls the Odyssey 7 Bird putter. Meissner putts left-handed and strikes the ball right-handed.
Bud Cauley had >14 clubs in his bag when photographed prior to the Memorial Tournament.
Driver: Titleist GTS2 (8 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 6 X
3-wood: Titleist GTS3 (15 degrees, B1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Chemical Tensei 1K Pro Red 70 TX
7-wood: Titleist GTS3 (21 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Chemical Tensei 1K Pro Red 80 TX
Irons: Titleist U505 (3), Titleist 620 MB (4-9)
Shafts: Fujikura Ventus Black HB 8 X, True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM11 (48-10F, 52-12F, 56-14F), WedgeWorks (60-K*)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putters: Scotty Cameron Tour Prototype, Scotty Cameron GOLO 6.3 Prototype
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Align
Ball: Titleist Pro V1
In our forums, one user has offered up a prompt for the true sickos, inviting fellow forum members to share every set of irons they’ve ever owned. As to be expected, this is a lengthy forum topic.
@Lamosteve began:
Can you name every set of irons you’ve owned? Here’s mine
Spalding Dots
Spalding Eclipse
Ram Lazer FX
Lynx Parallax
Mizuno EZ Comp
Ben Hogans
Cleveland CG Red
Taylor Made R9s
PING i20
PING iE1
Taylor Made M6
Our members in the forum have been offering up their own collections. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- macedan: “Started with a hand-me-down Golden Bear set from my brother when I was in high school, never really played more than once a year or got into the game until about summer of 2017. First purchased a set of Cleveland CG4’s (I actually really miss this set sometimes, soft & not terribly large for a GI iron), moved into Nike Vapor Fly’s by the end of the year. Those lasted until spring of 18 when I decided I wanted new, so I traded them in for TM Rbladez. Honestly, although I liked the Rbladez, poor decision on my part, I think this was really about the only time so far that after a week or two I was kicking myself for not staying with what I had. Rbladez stayed with me until late last summer when I switched to P790’s and (knock on wood) I am hoping this will be my longest lasting set.”
- JimmyC59: “MacGregor Jack Nicklaus Triple Crown. Palmer The Standard. Still play these.”
- jgrzask: “Tommy Armour 845u
Mizuno MP-32
Mizuno MP-33 (2 sets)
Bridgestone J33cb – still own
Srixon i-302 (2 sets) – still own
Tourstage X-Blades – still own
Mizuno Hot Metal – still own
Nike Forged Blades – still own
Titleist 714 AP1 – still own
Cobra Forged SS – still own”
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James Strachan
Dec 3, 2017 at 5:58 pm
I’ve been trying these irons with a Zelos7 shaft and while they play well, the best description of the ‘feel’ is that it feels like a ladies club. Can anyone recommend a lighter type shaft, but not as light as the Zelos7? Thanks.
Ryan Walker
Aug 29, 2016 at 11:54 am
I received these irons, through an ambassador program with NCCGA, NextGen Golf and Srixon. When I first heard that I would be getting Srixon clubs, I was a little skeptical because I have never owned anything other than Titleist or Mizuno. I got the 745 irons and i absolutely loved them. I am able to control the spin and height on my golf shots, like never before. If i mishit a golf shot, the ball still travels far and relatively straight. The thing that really won me over was the feel and finesse when I hit that flush shot. These irons are great off the tee and out of the rough as well. I would recommend Srixons z-745 irons to anyone from a beginner to a professional.
Ethan Zimman
Aug 25, 2016 at 2:43 pm
While a little late to the party, I have been gaming the Z745s with X100 shafts (4-PW) since the beginning of this (2016) season. Coming from Mizuno MP68s I was skeptical that a forged cavity back could compare to the Mizunos that I had been playing for a number of years. Upon the switch, I was pleasantly surprised that the forged feel that I’ve loved for years was indiscernible from my MPs and gained a few yards of distance from the cavity backs. While they took some getting used to like any iron switch, I haven’t looked back. I’ll frequently get asked about them and let others hit them on the range just because they’re a bit lesser known and lower on the demand scale than others. But everyone that hits them is nicely surprised with they’re look and feel.
Rick
May 8, 2015 at 10:39 am
I played the 545/745 combo set and found that the soles provided too much turf interaction. It felt weird at impact. They are good looking though
mulliganboy
May 4, 2015 at 2:59 pm
Note: The 745’s have a 46* PW.
Rob
May 4, 2015 at 7:50 am
Or you could just buy the MP64’s they were copied from?
I love Srixon clubs but c’mon guys…these are just a little too close.
Tom Duckworth
May 2, 2015 at 11:05 am
I love the 745 it also reminds me of Bridgestone J40s and Tourstage 701s. There are a number of irons that use that same cavity design. I wonder if they all play about the same. I would think it would come down to what shaft they use.
I would like to see a club test where this style of iron is compared to other players styles like Adams CMBs and Wilsons new V4 irons where weight is pushed to the toe and heel. It would be a fun test that could be good food for thought.
Puttingmatt
May 1, 2015 at 8:46 am
These irons are large, with wide soles. The 945’s have a more players
profile.
SBoss
May 1, 2015 at 7:53 am
Why do people get so upset about a 44 degree PW? Loft is only a number. Get a 48 degree Vokey and now you’re set. If your PW is 47 degree, your likely to get a gap in your lower lofted clubs. If your PW is 44 degree….you’ll get a loft gap up in higher lofts.
There is this really silly preoccupation with “jacked up” lofts. Look at the number and build your set. Not a big deal.
dapadre
May 1, 2015 at 5:21 am
Is it me or do the Z745 (with exception of those grinds) look a lot like the Mizuno MP 5H.
Mke
May 1, 2015 at 12:42 am
I like the cavity back
UA Golfer
May 1, 2015 at 12:42 am
Nice looking irons
Luke
May 1, 2015 at 12:31 am
44* PW………….SIGH!
MHendon
Apr 30, 2015 at 6:35 pm
Would love to give the 745’s a try but Srixon equipment is kind of hard to find.
artica
Apr 30, 2015 at 4:49 pm
I play the z545 currently with C-tapers. These are easily the best clubs I have played so far. Played AP1’s and X hot pros before. These are definitely long and very forgiving. They are easily the best irons i’ve seen as well. Just gorgeous to look at.
Will
May 11, 2015 at 12:22 pm
I’m on staff with Srixion and I play the 745’s they by far are extremely well done and have the best feel of any irons out in the market today. Put the X-100 shafts and call it a day
Al Czervik
Jul 17, 2016 at 1:01 am
McGirt or Wilcox?
Jafar
Apr 30, 2015 at 4:14 pm
They kinda look like the Mizuno MP64 and MP15
Beefhouse
May 1, 2015 at 5:41 am
I suspect that’s very intentional and I don’t blame them!
I hit MP64s and thought I would never need a reason to change them, but these are fantastic looking. Should think that a split set 3i, 4i in the Z545 and 5-PW in the Z745 would be ideal.