A head-to-head look at two of the top irons in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
2019 Irons
The Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade edges the Mizuno JPX 923 on overall Every18 score (97 vs 96), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade is both the cheaper buy (about $375 used vs $685) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. The Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade is the more forgiving of the two, which is the bigger deal for most mid- and higher-handicap players. Bottom line: choose the Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade if you fit its profile (gi distance / blade feel); choose the Mizuno JPX 923 if you lean toward hot metal to tour.
| Metric | Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade | Mizuno JPX 923 |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 96 |
| Forgiveness | 86 ✓ | 84 |
| Speed | 91 ✓ | 87 |
| Feel | 93 ✓ | 75 |
| Value rating | 91 ✓ | 81 |
| Est. used price | $375 ✓ | $685 |
| Value index | 109 ✓ | 59 |
| Launch | Low to mid | Low to mid |
| Spin | Low | Controllable |
| Fit profile | GI distance / blade feel | Hot Metal to Tour |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
On the Every18 editorial score the Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade rates higher (97 vs 96 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade suits gi distance / blade feel, while the Mizuno JPX 923 suits hot metal to tour.
The Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $375 for the Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade and $685 for the Mizuno JPX 923, so the Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade is also the cheaper buy.
The Wilson D7 / Staff Model Blade rates higher for forgiveness (86 vs 84), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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