Mizuno Pro 223 vs Mizuno Pro 243
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Mizuno Pro 223Grain Flow Forged HD, multi-material · 1025E Pure Select mild carbon steel with forged Chromoly face in the 4-7 ironsMizuno Pro 243Grain Flow Forged HD, multi-material · 1025E Pure Select mild carbon steel with 4120 Chromoly face in the 4-7 irons
Specification comparison
| Club | Pro 223 loft | Pro 243 loft | Pro 223 lie | Pro 243 lie | Pro 223 length | Pro 243 length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 22 | 22 | 60 | 60 | 38.5 | 38.5 |
| 5 | 25 | 25 | 60.5 | 60.5 | 38 | 38 |
| 6 | 28 | 28 | 61 | 61 | 37.5 | 37.5 |
| 7 | 32 | 32 | 61.5 | 61.5 | 37 | 37 |
| 8 | 36 | 36 | 62 | 62 | 36.5 | 36.5 |
| 9 | 41 | 40 | 62.5 | 62.5 | 36 | 36 |
| PW | 46 | 44 | 63 | 63 | 35.5 | 35.5 |
| GW | 51 | 48 | 63 | 63 | 35.25 | 35.25 |
Highlighted cells differ between the two sets. Lofts and lies are factory standard.
Which should you choose?
The Pro 243 is the stronger-lofted set — up to 3° stronger than the Pro 223 on matching clubs. Expect longer carry per numbered iron but a flatter descent angle; gapping at the wedge end is where that shows up.
Both charts are reproduced in full on their own pages: Mizuno Pro 223 specs and Mizuno Pro 243 specs.