Wilson Staff Model CB (2026) vs Wilson Staff Model XB (2026)
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Specification comparison
| Club | Staff Model CB (2026) loft | Staff Model XB (2026) loft | Staff Model CB (2026) lie | Staff Model XB (2026) lie | Staff Model CB (2026) length | Staff Model XB (2026) length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | — | 17 | — | 59.5 | — | 39.75 |
| 3 | 20 | 19 | 59.5 | 59.5 | 39.25 | 39.25 |
| 4 | 23 | 22 | 60 | 60 | 38.75 | 38.75 |
| 5 | 26 | 25 | 61 | 61 | 38.25 | 38.25 |
| 6 | 30 | 28.5 | 61.5 | 61.5 | 37.75 | 37.75 |
| 7 | 34 | 32 | 62 | 62 | 37.25 | 37.25 |
| 8 | 38 | 36 | 63 | 63 | 36.75 | 36.75 |
| 9 | 42 | 40.5 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 36.25 | 36.25 |
| PW | 46 | 46 | 64 | 64 | 35.75 | 35.75 |
| GW | 50 | 50 | 64.25 | 64.25 | 35.5 | 35.5 |
Highlighted cells differ between the two sets. Lofts and lies are factory standard.
Lofts compared
- Staff Model CB (2026)
- Staff Model XB (2026)
What the differences mean
At the 7-iron, the Staff Model CB (2026) is 34° and the Staff Model XB (2026) is 32°, a 2° gap. Each degree of loft is worth roughly 3 to 4 yards of carry at the same swing speed, so the Staff Model XB (2026) should carry roughly 6 to 8 yards further with that club, on a slightly lower, shallower flight than the Staff Model CB (2026). Across the 9 clubs both sets share, the Staff Model XB (2026) averages 1.1° stronger, with the largest gap at the 7-iron (34° vs 32°).
The sets are built differently: the Staff Model CB (2026) runs 3-iron to GW (9 clubs), the Staff Model XB (2026) 2-iron to GW (10 clubs).
The Staff Model CB (2026) is a players iron and the Staff Model XB (2026) a players distance iron, so they sit one step apart on the forgiveness scale. The Staff Model XB (2026) is the more forgiving design, with a wider sole, more offset and more perimeter weighting for roughly 5 to 15 handicaps who want extra distance from a compact head. The Staff Model CB (2026) trades some of that for a more compact head, thinner topline and more control over flight and shape, which suits roughly scratch to 10 handicaps.
The Staff Model CB (2026) is listed as forged and the Staff Model XB (2026) as forged hollow body. The Staff Model XB (2026)'s hollow body lets the face flex more and moves mass low and outward, usually giving higher launch and more ball speed on off-centre strikes than the Staff Model CB (2026), at some cost in feel. The Staff Model XB (2026) adds tungsten weighting, which lowers the centre of gravity and raises stability on mis-hits, helping the long irons launch.
Both sets were introduced in 2026, so this is a choice between two models from the same lineup rather than an upgrade: Wilson designed them to sit side by side for different players.
Which should you choose?
The Staff Model XB (2026) is the stronger-lofted set — up to 2° stronger than the Staff Model CB (2026) 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: Wilson Staff Model CB (2026) specs and Wilson Staff Model XB (2026) specs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Wilson Staff Model CB (2026) stronger lofted than the Staff Model XB (2026)?
No. The Staff Model XB (2026) is the stronger-lofted set: its 7-iron is 32° against 34° for the Wilson Staff Model CB (2026), 2° stronger and worth roughly 6 to 8 yards of extra carry.
What is the loft difference between the Wilson Staff Model CB (2026) and Staff Model XB (2026)?
At the 7-iron the difference is 2° (34° vs 32°). The largest gap on a shared club is 2° at the 7-iron, and 7 of the 9 shared clubs differ.
Which is better for higher handicap golfers, the Wilson Staff Model CB (2026) or the Staff Model XB (2026)?
The Staff Model XB (2026). As a players distance iron it is the more forgiving design, suited to roughly 5 to 15 handicaps who want extra distance from a compact head. The Wilson Staff Model CB (2026) is a players iron, better suited to roughly scratch to 10 handicaps.
Do the Wilson Staff Model CB (2026) and Staff Model XB (2026) have the same lie and length?
At the 7-iron, yes: both are 62° lie and 37.25 inches long.
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