Callaway Rogue ST Max Vs Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal Irons Comparison Overview

Callaway Rogue ST Max Vs Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal

Are you looking for a set of game improvement irons in 2023?

If you are then you probably already know that the decision isn’t so simple.

More and more companies are vying to dominate the player’s improvement golf club space which means your choice can be very difficult.

In order to help you find the best fit for your game though, we will be comparing a couple of quality game improvement iron sets: the Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal and Callaway Rogue ST Max irons.

Callaway Rogue ST Max Irons Overview

Callaway Rogue ST Max Irons

“Behind the ball, you can clearly see that the Callaway Rogue ST Max irons are beefier than the Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal’s.”

For the most part this is a good thing if you’re a high handicappers.

However, most of our high handicap testers actually mentioned that the ball kind of gets swallowed up by the chunky and long blades of these irons.

So the size begins to work against these irons in terms of accuracy. However, swinging these irons was very comfortable.

The long irons sport up to 62 grams of tungsten to bring the CG nice and low. This offsets the surprisingly strong lofts of these irons nicely.

The Rogue ST Max irons also feature urethane microspheres to give them a softer feel. Indeed, puring the ball with these irons felt great and incredibly satisfying.

Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal Irons Overview

“We were very surprised that our low-face mis-hits were not producing significant drop-offs in ball speed.”

Mizuno decided to make the thinnest part of the sole 18% wider in these irons which really makes a difference in terms of forgiveness.

The Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal irons also sport a one-piece nickel chromoly cavity which imparts a very stable feel to every iron in the set.

The blade length shrinks a bit as you get down to the scoring irons. Offset also tapers off nicely.

Feedback is also excellent in these irons as it never gets strong enough to be jarring. We did lose an average of 4 yards with the Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal 5-iron compared to the 5-iron in the ST Max set.

“Distance was overall better with the Callaway Rogue ST Max set. However, our testers mentioned that  they felt a bit unwieldy and heavy.

The Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal irons felt nicer and had better short game control as well. So if pure distance is what you’re truly after, the Rogue ST Max irons are for you.

If you want better all-around performance and feel, the Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal’s are better.”

Callaway Rogue ST Max Irons First Impressions

The first thing we noticed about the Callaway Rogue ST Max irons is that they felt incredibly stable on full swings.

While high handicappers may not fully appreciate that benefit at first, it will certainly spoil them as they get better.

The large head sizes of the Max models will be a bit off-putting for lower handicappers; but that is what the Pro line is for.

All of the Max models have a wide sole that you can see from point of address.

Again this will look more comforting in the eyes of a beginner or high handicapper. Our testers also noted the near-effortless launch of almost all the irons in the set.

Key Tech

The clubs are packing all the latest technology too:

We’ve now got urethane microspheres up to the 6th groove which helps give a smoother feel and nicer sound.

A.I Optimized flash face to give a solid connection anywhere on the face and optimization for launch, spin and distance.

The Tungsten weighting is in the extremities of the head and allows for the sweet spot to cover more of the face, up to 260% more Tungsten than the Mavrik irons.

Mizuno JPX 923 Hot Metal Irons First Impressions

Straight out of the gate the JpX 923 look great, they are not big and chunky like some game improvement irons, but they are not the most forgiving irons on the market either. One thing is for sure, the 923 Hot Metal irons are built for distance.

The irons come in 3 flavors:

JPX 923 Hot Metal High Launch for slower swing speeds to get the ball in the air.

JPX 923 Hot Metal Perfect for Mid Handicappers looking for distance, forgiveness and stability.

JPX 923 Hot Metal Pro – Aimed at consistent iron strikers with more precision, control and workability. Likely to compete with the forged version and the

The next thing that stands out is the V-Chassis on the back which completes the excellent looks of the irons.

It also adds stability to the club face, improves the feel and dampens vibrations on any mishits.

These clubs are faster thanks to the new Nikol Chromoly material that the cup face, and cavity back designed clubs are made with.

It is 35% stronger which a stronger impact and more distance. It also allows the club face to be 8% thinner meaning a better energy transfer. The thinnest point of the face is now also 18% larger and the bigger sweet spot results in better shots on the off-center strikes.

More bounce and stronger lofts also add to the effect of more distance and a higher loft. The extra bounce helps to generate a higher ball flight.

While not being the most forgiving of game improvement irons, they look excellent at the address and offer a ton of distance for players with moderate to average swing speeds and beyond.

The Hot Metal irons are not going to be the best option for beginners and inconsistent strikers but they will be excellent for anybody looking for maximum distance and excellent control, especially in the shorter irons.

Callaway Rogue ST Max Selling Points

  • Up to 62 grams of tungsten weighting
  • 450 grade steel faces
  • Pronounced soles
  • A.I. designed Flash Face Cup design
  • Layers of urethane
  • Strong lofts

Mizuno JPX 923 Hot Metal Iron Selling Points

  • New Nikol Chromoly Material
  • 3 Versions To Suit Different Golfers
  • 50 Custom Shaft Options
  • Stronger Lofts & More Bounce
  • Around 10% More Distance Than The JPX 921’s
  • 8% Thinner Face
  • 18% Bigger Sweet Spot

Who are the Callaway Rogue ST Max Irons for?

The Callaway Rogue ST irons are mostly for high handicappers. The three different Max models are certainly for beginner to intermediate players while the Pro model would be better for single-digit handicappers.

But don’t get the wrong idea. The three Callaway Rogue ST Max irons aren’t as beginner-friendly when compared to some other irons. Just like we explained when we compared them to the Big Bertha’s, the Callaway Rogue ST irons are just a bit more refined than your average distance/game-improvement irons.

While most of the Callaway Rogue ST iron family is focused on upping the ball speed of high handicap players, the Pro model has a lot to offer more skilled players. Speaking of the different Callaway Rogue ST models…

The Callaway Rogue ST Iron Family

Callaway Rogue ST Max

The Rogue ST Max irons have the heaviest tungsten weight (62 grams) of any other Rogue ST iron. The head is not quite as big as the other Max models so it sits somewhere between the Rogue ST Pro and the other two Rogue ST Max models.

Callaway Rogue ST Max OS

If you need a little bit of draw bias in your irons, the pronounced offset of the Max OS irons will be helpful for you. Compared to the Callaway Rogue ST Max irons, the Max OS’s also have slightly stronger lofts. As a result the Max OS irons are more forgiving out near the toe.

Callaway Rogue ST Max OS Lite

As you can imagine, the Callaway Rogue ST Max OS Lite model is almost identical to the Callaway Rogue ST Max OS model. The key differences are lighter shafts and lighter swing weights.

The Callaway Rogue ST Max OS Lite irons also have the lightest tungsten weights (46 grams in the longest iron) and produce the highest launch angles thanks to an incredibly wide sole.

Launch is also helped with stronger lofts compared to the Callaway Rogue ST Max OS irons and the fact that these irons come standard in only graphite shafts should reiterate the emphasis on light weight and easier swinging.

Callaway Rogue ST Pro

The Callaway Rogue ST Pro irons are the most unique of the bunch. They feature the smallest head sizes and muscle backs. They also have a hollow body design. The spirit of the Rogue irons is still alive even in the Pro models though.

For instance, the Callaway Rogue ST Pro irons feature split weighting in the toe and heel to increase MOI and improve ball speeds on shots away from the sweet spot. So while they offer better spin dynamics, they are still pretty forgiving.

Ball speed is still there in the long irons as well – you’ll just have to be a lot more accurate.

Distance: 94/100

Accuracy: 90/100

Forgiveness: 93/100

Feel & Control: 91/100

Overall Score: 92/100

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Who Are The Mizuno JPX 923 Hot Metal Irons for?

The 923 Hot Metals are for players looking for a lot of distance from a highly stable club that offers a lot of control and workability in the shorter irons.

The High Launch version is more offset, more forgiving and easier to get into the air for slower swing speeds.

The Regualr version will suit high to mid handcappers looking for distance, easy launch and consistency.

The Pro version is more compact and workable with a smaller blade and is aimed towards the better strikers who will also have other options from Mizuno for their handicap range like the Forged and Tour versions which will be released in early 2023.

Mizuno JPX 923 Hot Metal Club Specs

Club

Loft

Lie Angle

Offset

Length

4 Iron

19° 60 “0.233” “38.5”

5 Iron

22° 60.5 “0.22” “38”

6 Iron

25° 61 “0.208” “37.5”

7 Iron

28.5° 61.5 “0.196” “37”

8 Iron

33° 62 “0.18” “36.5”

9 Iron

37.5° 62.5 “0.159” “36”

PW

42.5° 63 “0.135” “35.5”

GW

48° 63 “0.098” “35.25”

SW

54° 63 “0.082” “35.25”

LW

60° 63 “0.065” “35.25”

Mizuno JPX 923 Hot Metal HL Club Specs

Club

Loft

Lie Angle

Offset

Length

5 Iron

25° 60.5 “0.257” “38”

6 Iron

28° 61 “0.245” “37.5”

7 Iron

31° 61.5 “0.233” “37”

8 Iron

35° 62 “0.204” “36.5”

9 Iron

40° 62.5 “0.176 “36

PW

45° 63 “0.147” “35.5”

GW

50° 63 “0.127” “35.25”

SW

55° 63 “0.106” “35.25”

Mizuno JPX 923 Hot Metal Pro Club Specs

Club

Loft

Lie Angle

Offset

Length

4

19° 60 “0.155” “38.5”

5

22° 60.5 “0.147” “38”

6

25° 61 “0.139” “37.5”

7

28.5° 61.5 “0.131” “37”

8

33° 62 “0.122” “36.5”

9

37.5° 62.5 “0.114” “36”

PW

42.5° 63 “0.106” “35.5”

Distance: 98/100

Forgiveness: 93/100

Accuracy: 93/100

Feel & Control: 95/100

Overall Score: 95/100

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