Mizuno MP-37 Irons
Mizuno MP-37 Irons
[Oct 10, 2005]
pjorosco
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed:
MP-37 with DGS300
The MP-33's were the only clubs that could replace my Armour 845's. This transition took several months. The MP-37's replaced the MP-33's after one trip to the range. Somehow Mizuno figured out a way to make a buttery club even more buttery. If you are the type of player who would rather shoot 90 with a lot of solid iron shots verus a slapshot filled 79, then this is your wonderclub. I often Customer Service Never Needed Similar Products Used: Mp-33, Mizuno Pro, Armour, Titleist (962,981,DCIOS), Amroun EVO, Callaway X-12, that is all I can remember. |
[Aug 15, 2005]
jimlaw341
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed:
MP-37
I am a 5 handicap and switched from game improvement irons(MP-30) to forged blades(MP-33) a couple of years ago. I chose the Mizuno MP-33 because these clubs are a bit larger and supposedly more forgiving than traditional blades. While I enjoyed the feel at times, the MP-33's never felt quite right to me. I found them to be much weaker than any club I have played and the ball flight never looked or felt powerful. I was a good half to one club off my old MP-30 yardages. I know that I was hitting them well because I wore some nice sweet spots from the middle of the club in towards the heel. I decided to sign up for Golfsmith's unlimited service plan and spent the next 18 months changing lengths, lies, lofts, and anything else they could alter to make them work for me. While I saw some limited improvement, they were still all-in-all disappointing. I was still shooting in the 70's but I had fewer birdies and my short game had to be on. I have a steeper swing and tend to come a bit to the inside which explains my ball mark pattern on the clubfaces. I had read a review here on the MP-37 which said that it is a much better blade than the MP-33 and the sweet spot tended to be center to heel on the clubface. The heads are smaller and the trajectory more boring than that of the MP-33. At any rate, I was ready for a change and picked up a brand new set(2I-PW) on Ebay for $380. I figured I would simply resell them if they did not work out. After receiving the new clubs, I went out to play and could not believe the difference. My accuracy and distance were back and surprisingly they were as forgiving if not more than the MP-33s. I did not find the trajectory to be overly boring as I hit the clubs pretty high. The difference I found is that the MP-37 hits it high and long while the MP-33 hits it high with no length or staying power. Every hit right down to a handful of 2 Irons felt solid, clean, and hardly wavered from the target. It may be a quirky thing with my swing, however I would highly suggest that you consider the MP-37 if you are looking at the MP-33. I have certainly found that there is a night and day difference for me and I gave the MP-33 every chance possible. Customer Service N/A Similar Products Used: MP-30, MP-33 |
[Jun 06, 2005]
dogleg
Shoots in the 80s
The golf industry cavity-back hype is that they give you the best of both worlds. Especially with some cavs that have a little muscle. My opinion is that you get neither. With this blade you get some forgiveness on mis-hits(more than my 690.cb)-but, its mostly about the feel and the potential to make a great shot. Last but not least- they are gorgeous. Only played a few rouds with these and have made some of the best shots in years. Also made my share of bad shots, and a bad shot is a bad shot- and they will let you know. This is the way it should be!! I am in agreement with most reviewers - you do not have to be low handicap to enjoy what this club can give. My distance and trajectory are about the same as with game improvement irons. Accuracy is much better. Customer Service Not used Similar Products Used: Hogan,Cobra, Titleist,Cleveland (TA6 is the most forgiving that I've played) |
[Jun 02, 2005]
sbaruffi@enter.net
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed:
mizuno mp 37
The sticks are SWEET....I've been a forged man ever since I bought an old set of mizuno pros (great for the price I paid), then a set of KZG blades (not bad) and then, then a set of Tommy Armour V-25's (very good, got my 1st hole in one with a Tommy Armour 4 iron). All of these sets were good, but the MP-37's beat them all hands down. I totally agree with other reviewers that these blades still give decent distance on mis-hits, and the feel on flush hits is unparalleled! I have always fought a steep over the top tendency so I bought these puppies at 1/2 inch over and 2 degrees up, based on my PING ISI fitting from previous years, and the fit is just right for me. Distances are about normal for me considering I am getting older and the lofts are weaker for the Mizunos MP-37's compared to many others. Don't buy these clubs unless you are prepared to get rid of your Pings, Callaways, etc. because it will happen. But once you flush a few of these irons, you will know where your $450 (internet price) wemt. Oh, BTW, the irons also seem to improve my touch around the greens chipping and pitching the ball. Now, if only I could get my driver working!!! Customer Service None needed. Similar Products Used: Ping ISI, KZG forged blades, Mizuno Pros, Tommy Armour V-25 forged, Maxfli A-10 nickel/chrome, Ram FX Custom Nickel (very underrated). |
[May 28, 2005]
moses
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed:
Mizuno MP 37
Absolutely the best irons I've every played. I used to have a plus handicap a few years ago but recently gone up to around a 2 index. I havn't shot under par in nearly 2 years. On my first round w/ this set I shot a 1 over 72 which is my best score in a year and on my 3rd round w/ this set, I shot 1 under at TPC Valencia which can play pretty tough. Needless to say, these will stay in the bag for a while. They're not as hard to hit as some people think. A bad shot is a bad shot and whether or not it's a blade or cavity back. IMO, a poor shot w/ a cavity back will actually accentute the mis-hit. As w/ all Mizuno blades, these irons feel oh so good. They're about a half club shorter than most iron sets but that's becuz of the weaker lofts. Most Callaways have 46* PW while the Mizuno PW is 48*. Give these a try. If you're a decent ball striker, you'll love em. And no you don't need to be a low single digit handi to play this set. Customer Service na Similar Products Used: na |
[May 09, 2005]
jasonbarta
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed:
Mizuno MP-37
I usually shoot in the high 70's to low 80's. I have been playing Mizuno MX-20's for the past few months. I have tried many cavity backs. I loved the forged feel of the MX-20's but I love the looks of blades. Everyone said they were so hard to hit and not to get them. "Even a lot of pro's are going to cavity backs" they would all say. Well I decided to give the MP-37's a try, and they are AWESOME. My feeling is you can either hit the ball with iron or you can't. If you have a horrible swing it does not matter what club you have. These have even a better feeling than my forged MX-20's have. 1st time out I shot a 78. Very easy to work the ball both ways. These are awesome clubs and they will not leave my bag for a long time. Similar Products Used: Mizuno MP-33, Mizuno MX-20, Maxfli Revolutions, Ping ISI's. |
[May 05, 2005]
kaisere
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed:
Mizuno MP-37
On kind of a whim after 40 years of on-and-off golf (I'm 46) I recently decided I wanted to try a set of blades. But first bare with me, this history deserves reading... I have played many sets of irons, including Forged Hogan Apex Edge cavity backs, Callaway shovels, Ping Eye-2s, Lynx Masters, etc... My irons were always the strong part of my game. However, after several years swinging the Callaways my iron game slowly eroded into total uncoordinated hacking. I almost gave up the game. I am not allowed to repeat here my parting words to the Callaways as I traded them in for my Hogans. What an immediate difference! I could actually feel where on the blade I was striking the ball. It took me 3 months to get my groove back to the pre-Callaway days, and I regained a decent iron game. I also fell in love with the forged feel. That was a couple of years ago...time to tinker with the bag...the blade-curiosity set in. I did some research on various manufacturer's blades and narrowed it down to Hogan APEX, Titleist 690.MB, and Mizuno MP-37. In my reading I learned that it was possible to improve my game by challenging it with blades. I suddenly realized why the Callaways slowly made me a hacker...it's the opposite reaction. So with my mind set on "game improvement" I test drove some of each blade. After much reading and some test runs with a set of MP-33s, I decided on the Mizuno MP-37s. The forge is very soft, the heads are compact, thin, and very easy to align. The combo of the DGS300 shaft and the Mizuno head has an awsome feel, and the club balance, weight, and flex is perfect for me. The day my clubs came UPS there was a slight rain - the range was closed - so I just went straight onto the course. Over the last two days I played another 27 or so. I still haven't hit the range. HOWEVER I CAN ALREADY TELL - BOTTOM LINE - THESE CLUBS ARE THE BOMB! I have total confidence over the club, I'm hitting 4 - PW as good or better than my Hogans and I haven't even gone to the range yet (I use a 2 and 3 Hogan Hybrid - also the bomb and highly recommended). Miss-hits go just about as far as the cavity backs but feel a lot worse (which believe me is a good thing because you get instant feedback something is wrong and how/where). Anybody with a decent repeatable swing should play blades. I will never go back. My MP-37s look awsome, they fly high and far, and they feel fantastic. But get use to some bag-dings, because they are s.o.f.t!!! Oh, and tell the salesman he's full of crap when he tries to steer you away from the Mizuno Blades because they are too hard to hit. Then get on eBay and buy you some for about $460 BRAND NEW!!! Hope this is helpful to somebody. Reading this forum was very helpful to me. Customer Service Not needed yet Similar Products Used: Hogan Apex Edge **** Callaway TT * Ping Eye-2 *** Lynx Masters ** |
[Apr 03, 2005]
guinness
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed:
MP-37 w/ r300
HOLY CRAP!! I didn't think these would be that much better than my MP-33's, but they are. Better ball flight ,and distance than the MP-33 with the S-300 shaft. At least 10 yards longer, and no balloon wedges. |
[Feb 21, 2005]
zakk9
Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed:
Mizuno MP-37
Since I started playing golf a year ago, I've been told that blades are difficult, and that MP-37 are for single handicapers only. I don't know about others, but for me, these clubs have given me longer, straighter hits, and surprise, surprise: as long as you hit the ball with any part of the club, it will move.... mostly straight ahead, but not as far as a perfect hit. Very forgiving. I also bought the no. 2, and I often use it off the tee instead of my driver. Not that much shorter and very much straighter, not to speak about all the surprised comments from other players: "Hey, what did you use there?" Try them. You'll be surprised. Customer Service None needed Similar Products Used: Assorted cavity-backs |
[Feb 07, 2005]
scrmngegle
Scratch Golfer
Model Reviewed:
Mizuno MP-37
WOW!! That is about all there is to say about these irons. But I have to say more or I wouldn't be doing them any justice. I recently bought these irons after a demo session at a local golf shop. I demoed two sets, mp-37 and mp-32 and ended up choosing the 37's obviously. I chose the 37's over the 32's because of ball flight and look. The ball flight with the 32's is a little higher than I want due to the cut muscle design. These irons (37's) are butter sweet and exceptionally responsive. I can hit these irons longer than any of the ones I have ever played and straighter to. I have playe a lot of different irons and these are definitely the best ones to date. I had a set of the mp-33's and switched to titleist 680 blades because I wanted a lower ball flight. I should have never done that and will never do that again. Mizuno had been the number one iron on tour for a long time until endorsment deals started going through the roof. Don't be mis-led just because they are not the biggest name in golf. Those other irons don't compare to these in forgiveness and feel and overall satisfaction you would expect from a forged club, especially blades. If you have never played blades before give them a try, you can't go wrong with these sticks!!!!!!!!! Customer Service Never used. Similar Products Used: Mizuno MP-33, Titleist 962B, Titleist 680, Cleveland TA2. |