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Nike VR_S Forged Iron Review @ 2012 PGA Show

Nike’s thinnest, hottest forged iron features Japanese precision SAE 8655 steel for breakout distance and precision performance.
The finest materials, advanced technology and the forging process offers ultimate speed and precision.
High frequency X3X grooves create more consistent spin in any condition.
By positioning weight off the face with a deep pocket construction, the Nike Powerbow technology produces a faster, higher launch for maximum carry, straighter ball flight and steeper decent to hold greens.

Constructed of high-strength, ultra-thin stainless steel with NexCOR variable face-thickness technology, the VR_S clubface delivers a high COR face for more distance.
The new face construction expands the maximum COR zone around the middle and lower area of the face where the majority of iron shots are struck.
By positioning weight off the face with an undercut construction, the Nike PowerBow technology produces a faster, higher launch for maximum carry, straighter ball flight and steeper decent to hold greens.

Thin, fast-flexing face and the COR up to the USGA limit, promotes high ball speed and long distance.
Re-engineered face structure with Toe-Bar located at the upper-toe area controls face-flexion to direct shots straightforward for improved accuracy.
New vibration and sound control system specially designed for thin-faced irons promotes exceptional feel and sound.
ATV soles in Attack, Sand and Lob wedges promote remarkable versatility allowing you to play six key scoring zone shots.

Harnesses the power of the original JPX800 iron, in a high launching, super forgiving clubhead.
Ball speeds are taken to a new level in this fuel injected edition – with a high energy pocket cavity from 4 to 7 iron.
The pocket cavity allows a thinner sole portion, which in turn encourages the clubface to flex.
A wide sole featuring Mizuno’s new C-Grind, increased off set and thicker top line combine to create an easy, high ball flight.

Forged Ti Muscle maintains thickness behind impact, for blade like workability – combined with forgiveness normally found in a cavity design.
The thickness is provided by a lightweight Titanium insert, which is forged directly inside the clubhead for a one piece feel.
Weight saved from the middle portion of the clubhead, the MP-59 takes the characteristics of a full cavity design, with stability from off centre strikes.
Centre of gravity also remains close to the clubface – allowing ball strikers to produce controlled draws and fades.

Performance is optimized in these multi-metal irons through a progressive set design. The long irons are slightly larger, high launching and more forgiving.
The smaller short irons feature less offset and provide exceptional control. Distance control and a solid feel come from a thicker hitting area and stabilizing bars in the cavity.
A high-density tungsten toe weight provides forgiveness across the face for accurate results and a high-launch, low-spin trajectory.
An innovative design gives you complete command of the clubface for controlling trajectory and shot shape. The black-and-silver color scheme and satin-chrome finish with a ferrule offer a clean, professional look.

Forgiveness and accuracy are achieved through extreme perimeter weighting in the 17-4 stainless steel head.
A multi-material cavity badge made of soft elastomer improves feel and sound while enhancing distance control, allowing you to play your best golf.
Consistent, precise distance control was achieved by using a thin face backed by a floating CTP structure.
Weight in the back flange of the deeply cut, multi-cavity head increases the MOI. Combined with PING’s new CFS steel shaft, the G20 optimizes feel and trajectories.

Traditional solid feel through the compact head shape and optimised muscle back weighting behind the impact area.
Maximum shot control from the minimal progressive offset and traditional constant blade length design.
Crisp turf contact from a new sole design with enhanced trailing edge and heel relief.
High performance sole with a blunted leading edge and cambered bounce surface for smooth turf entry and release.

Thin steel sole plate for more efficient weight distribution.
Concentrated tungsten heel and toe weights increases the MOI for better distance control.
Feel-tuned, integrated aluminium and elastomer cavity insert for improved sound and feel.
Advanced, dual-cavity forged design increases playability and precision.

Power and accuracy delivered with an eye toward classic head size and shape.
The sleek black PVD finish reduces the visual size of the head and serves to reduce glare at address.
The re-engineered exoskeleton surrounding the rear cavity optimizes MOI and stability by pulling weight away from the face and then pullin it toward the heel and toe.
Awarded a ‘Golf Star’ in the April 2012 issue of Today’s Golfer.