Wilson Golf is doubling down on its iron heritage with the launch of the 2026 Staff Model iron family-a trio of precision-engineered clubs that blend classic shaping with next-gen performance. Whether you’re a Tour-level ball striker or a skilled amateur looking for a little more forgiveness without giving up that pure forged feel, there’s something here for you.
The Lineup: Blade, CB, and the All-New XB
At the heart of the new release are three models: the Staff Model Blade, the Staff Model CB, and the brand-new Staff Model XB. Each has its own identity, but they’re built to work together-literally. Wilson has designed them with combo sets in mind, recognizing that more golfers are mixing head styles throughout the bag to fine-tune performance.
The common thread? A sleek brushed satin finish, forged 8620 carbon steel construction, and Wilson’s hallmark attention to detail. Across the board, you’re getting a premium feel, sharp feedback, and a design language that stays true to the iconic Staff Model lineage.
Staff Model XB: Forgiveness Meets Tour Looks
Let’s start with the newcomer. The Staff Model XB is Wilson’s answer to the growing demand for “players performance” irons-clubs that offer a little help without looking like it.
This is a forged hollow-body design, built for higher ball speeds and better forgiveness thanks to increased face flexion and a carefully placed center of gravity. It’s got a minimal offset and thin topline, so it still looks the part of a Tour iron at address.
Inside, things get technical. Urethane fills the hollow body to dampen vibrations and deliver a crisp, clean sound at impact. A hidden vent port beneath the medallion keeps the back of the club looking clean and uninterrupted.
Wilson leaned heavily on computer simulations and topology optimization-a fancy way of saying they used advanced modeling to figure out exactly where internal mass should go to boost performance. That led to a unique rib structure for each loft, a parabolic mass pad, and strategically placed tungsten weighting.
The goal? Dial in feel, increase MOI, and keep spin and launch consistent-even when you don’t catch it flush.
Staff Model Blade: The Flagship, Refined
The Staff Model Blade is still the crown jewel in Wilson’s iron lineup. This is the club trusted by Tour players and elite ball strikers who want maximum control and feedback.
For 2026, Wilson has made some subtle but meaningful tweaks. The blade length is shorter, the offset is reduced, and the shaping has been refined to give it a more compact, modern look. A variable hosel length improves mass distribution and aligns the Blade visually with the CB and XB models-important if you’re building a combo set.
This is the kind of iron that rewards precision and punishes mishits, but when you hit it right, the feedback is second to none.
Staff Model CB: Forgiveness Without Compromise
Sitting right in the middle of the range is the Staff Model CB, a modern cavity back that walks the line between feel and forgiveness. It’s shaped to mirror the Blade, and it benefits from extensive input from Wilson’s Tour staff.
Compared to the previous generation, the CB has been tightened up. The head is shorter, the edges are softer, and the hosel length now matches the Blade for a more unified look. The transition from hosel to face is cleaner, too, giving it a polished, Tour-ready aesthetic.
Performance-wise, the CB features reduced offset and a straighter, narrower sole for better turf interaction. The blade is slightly longer and the topline thinner-subtle tweaks that add forgiveness without sacrificing the classic look better players prefer.
Built for Combo Sets and Customization
One of the standout aspects of this release is how seamlessly the three models integrate. Whether you want to go full Blade, full XB, or mix the Blade in the short irons with CB or XB in the longer clubs, Wilson’s made it easy to blend the set to your game.
And if you’re looking to dial in every detail, Wilson’s custom fitting process has you covered. Through their online platform, players can tweak lofts, shafts, grips, and specs in just a few steps to create a set that’s truly personalized.
Availability and Pricing
All three iron models-the XB, Blade, and CB-hit shelves next month.
- Staff Model XB comes stock with the Nippon Modus Tour 110 shaft (regular or stiff flex) and a Golf Pride Z grip. Priced at £1,169 for a seven-club set (4-PW), with long irons and a gap wedge available through custom fitting.
- Staff Model Blade and CB feature the True Temper Dynamic Gold Mid 115 shaft (regular, stiff, and extra stiff via custom fit). Also priced at £1,169 for a seven-club set.
Final Thoughts
Wilson isn’t just leaning on history here-they’re pushing it forward. The 2026 Staff Model irons offer a clean, cohesive family of clubs that blend tradition with technology. Whether you’re chasing Tour-level precision or looking for a little more forgiveness in a sleek package, there’s a Staff Model that fits.
And with combo sets front and center, Wilson’s giving golfers the tools to build a bag that fits their game from top to bottom-without sacrificing feel, looks, or performance.