Should I get new irons?

I currently have Callaway X-18 irons and I have been looking at buying some new ones. I was looking at the Taylormade R7 CGB or the Callaway x22 irons.

I can't answer for you, but here's my thought.
The X-series (most, if not all) are about as forgiving as you can get. The 16s were doddle to hit and the 18's almost the same, only a much nicer looking club i.m.o.
The newer versions are just updated models, not necessarily to persuade existing owners to get the most up-to-date, but all the companies need to keep the models ticking over.

I think what I mean by that is this; a golfer looking for new irons is almost certainly NOT going to choose an old model in the shop/pros from 2 seasons ago when there are the currect and "best" on offer from another make. I don't prescribe to the theory that the big boys (Ping,Cally,TM,Mizuno) are just tempting us with a new range every season.....could be some truth in it???

I reckon all you might gain is a big hole in your pocket.

I tried the 16s and 18s recently and have tried the 20s and 22s. I love Callaway clubs, for the consistency and forgiveness. What I don't like is "dead" feel after even the best of hits and the general chunky-wunkies to look at.

I chose a set of Mizuno Forged irons over a set of X-18s the other day. The good shots with the Mizunos were better and I really believe that I am close enough to the sweet spot (especially the progressive short irons) to not need the extra help of the forgiving Callaways.

The Mizunos are about 1/2 the forgiveness of the Callaways as tested on the mpf......I believe it.....it's difficult NOT to hit a straight-ish and good distance shot with the Callaways, but even the good ones are a bit vague??? could be me.

For all their "blurb", Taylor Made make quality irons but almost nothing as forgiving as Callaways. Ping make a good few G.I. irons (almost nothing but, in truth) but I don't find them as sweet as a properly hit quality forged iron albeit with a bit of technological help.