Aikmac

I’ve been waiting for these puppies to come out. I’m in need of swapping out my wedges. Been the biggest fan since my first real set which were the CG10s

Absolutely. When I’ve won 1 fitting before but that was for a specific club (Srixon ZX7 Driver). So the decision was already made. But when I’ve paid for my iron fitting I was narrowed in on a handful of models and was committed to purchasing one of sets. I don’t go into a fitting that I’m paying for unless I know I committed to purchasing my set. Granted if it isn’t feeling right I’ll come back again with new models in mind to try out. Ideally my iron fitting is to last me 5-7 years (currently on year 7 so I’m about due but inflation you know haha). 

I’ve been waiting for these puppies to come out. I’m in need of swapping out my wedges. Been the biggest fan since my first real set which were the CG10s

Absolutely. When I’ve won 1 fitting before but that was for a specific club (Srixon ZX7 Driver). So the decision was already made. But when I’ve paid for my iron fitting I was narrowed in on a handful of models and was committed to purchasing one of sets. I don’t go into a fitting that I’m paying for unless I know I committed to purchasing my set. Granted if it isn’t feeling right I’ll come back again with new models in mind to try out. Ideally my iron fitting is to last me 5-7 years (currently on year 7 so I’m about due but inflation you know haha). 

To help answer the second part of your question, I wouldn't be concerned with any sort of numbers.  Focus on the performance.  Have your noticed a change in distance control?  Have you been getting more fliers that jump off the face with less spin?  That is when you should look at a new set, as those are telltale signs of your grooves wearing.
One way to double check is to book a fitting or get some time on a GC2 or GCQuad.  Hit your irons and take a look at the numbers and look at launch and spin deviation from shot to shot.  Then, hit a newer iron and see if that spin/launch is tighter.  If there is a noticeable difference, it is time for new irons.

The Srixon Q star has been awesome! I play in Texas with lots of firm conditions. Q Star handles really well in these conditions. Great amount of spin and distance off the tee. I like it better than Titleists True Feel (tier down of the Pro V1). If your driver swing speed is above 100 mph, I think you should give the Q Star a try.

I second the recommendation on the Srixon Q-Star.  ~$34 US.  Probably pretty close to your target price.