Modern irons don't fly further just because of loft; they require stronger lofts to balance modern high-launch technology and maintain a playable window. Strengthening a blade to match a game-improvement loft actually reduces carry distance and playability.
Their scorecard
Forgiveness: 5/5
Distance: 5/5
Feel: 5/5
What they rate
Modern tech allows for more distance without losing peak height
Lower CG makes irons more forgiving and easier to launch
Fitting by flight window is more important than static loft numbers
What they don’t
Loft jacking is a misnomer for necessary engineering adjustments
Traditional heads perform poorly when bent to modern strong lofts
Modern irons don't fly further just because of loft; they require stronger lofts to balance modern high-launch technology and maintain a playable window. Strengthening a blade to match a game-improvement loft actually reduces carry distance and playability.
Modern tech allows for more distance without losing peak height
Lower CG makes irons more forgiving and easier to launch