I Tested PXG’s Black Ops Game Improvement Irons — Here’s My Honest Review

I got bitten by the golf bug a couple years ago, and ever since then, I’ve been desperately trying to break 90. Although my game has improved significantly, it’s tough to shoot consistently when I’m using my dad’s old set of hammy-down clubs.

On most holes, I’ll miss the green with my approach shots, which often leads to double or triple bogeys. So, if I can really hone my iron game, breaking 90 should definitely be in the cards.When playing with some friends recently, I noticed how badly my clubs were holding me back — I was hitting a 5 iron while they were swinging 7 irons on the same par 3. We have similar swing speeds and experience, so I knew my clubs were long past due for an upgrade.

After doing some research on the best clubs for game improvement, I stumbled upon PXG’s new Black Ops game improvement irons — they look super sleek and feature innovative tech designed to level up your game. I was thrilled to discover that my local PXG store offers custom in-person fittings. So, I made an appointment to see if these new clubs could actually help me shoot lower scores.

My Fitting Experience With PXG’s Black Ops Irons:

From the moment I entered the PXG store, I knew I was in good hands. My master fitter, Josh, greeted me with a cold beverage, and we discussed what I was looking to improve in my golf game. The store was fully decked out with a professional putting green and massive hitting bays. I was ready to get to work.

First, we established a baseline by hitting my current 7 iron and evaluated every stat including club speed, ball speed, spin rate, carry, and — my personal favorite — smash factor. The PXG hitting bays are fitted with Trackman technology, so each data point is precisely recorded to better inform your swing.

I averaged around 150 yards with my old 7 iron, but my dispersion was all over the place — which is what really ends up devastating my scores. I was anxious to see how the Black Ops Irons compared in terms of distance and accuracy.

Once I got the Black Ops in my hands, I instantly loved the look of the clubs. And after a few swings, I could already feel a major difference. Not only was the sound satisfying, but the club felt light, powerful, and, most importantly, forgiving. The feel is important, but what did the data have to say?

I gained around 10 yards of distance and my dispersion was significantly tighter with the Black Ops. Not only do these clubs feel incredible to hit, but the data proves that they’re the real deal.

PXG Black Ops Irons feature a Dual Cavity Design that’s seriously impressive; it redistributes the weight to the perimeter, boosting MOI and forgiveness. With the Weight Savings Insert, the center of gravity is lower and further back so my shots feel incredibly consistent, even when I don’t hit it dead center.