Srixon Z565 Driver

Loft Options & Stock Shafts

Technology

Game Improvement Driver

The Srixon Z565 is a forged players' distance iron from 2016, and it splits the difference between a chunky game-improvement iron and a bladed player's iron better than most clubs in its era. Srixon built it with a hollow-body construction in the long irons and a cavity back through the mid and short irons, so you get help where you need it and control where you want it.

The soft 1020 carbon steel forging is the headline. You feel the ball come off the face, which is rare in a distance iron. Most clubs chasing yardage feel like hitting a manhole cover. The Z565 keeps that buttery forged sensation while still adding ball speed through a Speed Groove behind the face.

This is not a shovel. If you're a mid handicapper who catches it clean most of the time, the Z565 rewards good strikes and won't fight you on the ones you flush. But it asks you to bring some ability. A 20-plus handicap looking to hide their misses should look elsewhere.

• Mid handicappers who make consistent contact and want distance without giving up feel.
• Better players coming down from a blade who want a little more forgiveness in the long irons.
• Golfers who value a soft forged feel and can't stand the clacky sound of most distance irons.
• Players who prefer a compact head, thin topline, and minimal offset over a bulky game-improvement look.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Srixon Z565 a players iron or a game improvement iron?

It's a players distance iron, which sits between the two. The hollow long irons add forgiveness and speed, but the compact head, thin topline, and minimal offset make it a better fit for low to mid handicappers than for high handicappers who need maximum help.

How does the Z565 compare to the Z765?

The Z565 and Z765 came out together in 2016. The Z765 is the more compact, more workable player's iron with a thinner sole and less help on off-center hits. The Z565 has a slightly larger head, more launch, and more forgiveness. If you want distance and a bit of a safety net, go Z565. If you want pure control, go Z765.

What shaft came stock in the Srixon Z565 irons?

Srixon offered the Z565 with the Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 105 in steel and a Miyazaki Kaula graphite option, depending on the market. Both suited players with moderate to faster swing speeds. Plenty of fitters also built them with True Temper Dynamic Gold and other aftermarket shafts.

Does the Z565 still hold up years after its 2016 release?

Yes. The forged 1020 carbon steel feel doesn't age, and the distance is still competitive with many modern mid-tier distance irons. You can find used sets at a strong value now, which makes it a smart buy for a mid handicapper who doesn't need the latest tech to score.

Is the Srixon Z565 forgiving enough for a mid handicapper?

For a mid handicapper who makes clean contact most of the time, yes. The hollow long irons and Speed Groove help on slightly thin or low-face strikes. But it won't rescue a consistent mishit the way a true game-improvement iron will, so if you're spraying it, this isn't the right club.

Alternatives to the Srixon Z565

Other game improvement driver models from different brands, closest to its model year.