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Edited July 10, 2023 by GolfWRX

[eric61]

I voted for the Callaway Jaws Raw. I actually moved out of SM9s and into Jaws Raw for two reasons: 

 

1. I LOVE the leading edge chamfer. It's hugely helpful in keeping my wedges from digging. That's by far the biggest difference I noted with the Jaws Raw vs. the SM9 -- I was playing similar bounces (54/12W at 55/13 in my Jaws Raw sand wedge vs. 54/14F in my SM9 sand wedge, and 60/8Z in my Jaws Raw lob wedge vs. 60/08M in my SM9), but the Jaws Raw are significantly less diggy for me.

 

2. The W and Z grinds rock. I play the W in my sand wedge and Z in my lob wedge. The W is super helpful on the softer midwestern turf I play on -- really keeps my sand wedge from digging. I use it on as many 105-ish and in shots as possible. And then the Z is perfect for a lob wedge. I can get the leading edge down even when the face is open, but thanks to that leading edge chamfer I mentioned, it still doesn't dig. 

 

I also find that I get a lot of spin on open-face shots -- might have something to do with the micro-grooves cut at an angle. That angle makes it really hard to clean the wedges, but it does seem like it might make a difference. 

 

Other wedges I like are the Glide 4.0 and Glide Forged Pro -- especially that 59 degree Eye2 Toe -- and the RTX6. I've only hit the Cleveland indoors on a mat, though.

[Pappapeen]

Callaway Jaws Full Toe 54 and 58

Gives me grooves all the way out on the toe where I can miss the golf ball. With proper weighting out there still helps me pull off not abysmal results. Also like black wedges so the both options for that and the Jaws Raw is great.

 

Edited July 10, 2023 by Pappapeen
Forgot to add the golf club.

[Red4282]

Vokey still king

 

[Maroon_19]

Artisan.  

I guess this is a write in vote.

[II PigBimpin II]

I was a die hard SM9 fan (still love them), but the copper T22's were a big surprise for me.

Spoiler

 

 

[Bunkersarebigcups]

I voted Cleveland over Vokeys. They dont offer the same array of grinds, but they suit me well and I like to have a raw wedge (full!!! raw, not face only) without having to sell a kidney. Feel, looks, and versatility are superb

[blopar]

TaylorMade MG series--both the MG3 and MG2 TW series are the spinniest ever.  And...MG4 is on it's way after tour validation

[ApostateDrive]

Where's the Kirkland v2 option? 🤣

[goburjs]

This spring I bought a Haywood Signature wedge.  Love it.  May have to write in.

[ZBigStick]

Been a Hi-Toe convert for a while.  Once I got used to the shape, I have loved these wedges.  Multiple bounce options, and the  versatile sole grind on the sand and lob wedges make these the best for me.  Recently moved to the low bounce option in the 58*.  It has been a good addition, enough bounce not to dig, but easy enough to slide under the ball on tight or firm lies.  The addition of the full face grooves on the 54* didn't look great at first, but the consistent lower launch window and turf interaction of the Hi-Toe 3 are worth the fact that they won't win any beauty contests.  These are beasts through and through.

[sovietsnyper]

The RTX6 Zipcores have performed well for me. Very reliable (more than the player....)

[Rev707]

Switched from Vokeys this year to Fourteens. Couldn't be happier and such a pure feel.

[kthomas]

I have really been enjoying Ping's wedges. I think they nailed it with the Glide series.

 

Vokey has a lot of customization options and grinds, I just never really have gotten along with them, and all the grind options can be confusing for a simpleton like me. I can see why they are ranked highly though amongst members here and are a mainstay on tour.

 

So for me, it's the Glides. Unless they really change something up (for the worse), I'll continue to consider Pings wedges come time to upgrade.

 

[IsThatGood17]

Always surprises me how much Vokey runs away with this category!

[tbowen19]

sm9 is good but i prefer the look/feel of the rtx6

[Esox]

Callaway CB isn't listed.

[SwingBlade]

The Vokey Raw SM9's represent the best balance of feel, accuracy, spin, and playability.    While I love the sweet feel of my Miura K Grind set, the Vokey Raw heads are scoring demons.  

[Port and Starboard]

I own about 16 Vokey's of various lofts and grinds and I have always been a Vokey user.    Been fooling around with a 56 degree CBX Zipcore for the past month that a friend of mine tossed at me.  The CBX just might retire my Vokeys.

 

Traditional look at address.   Real nice looking actually.

 

Great feel.

 

Clipping the ball off tight lies.

 

Flops.

 

Hooded down and high shots.

 

Works about as well from hardpan fairways as it does on plush fairways.

 

It has a different sound than my Vokey's but not unpleasant.

 

Good from powdery and firm bunkers.

 

Slightly more forgiving overall than any of my Vokey's.

 

 

 

 

 

[lance1420]

On 7/11/2023 at 6:45 AM, Bunkersarebigcups said:

I voted Cleveland over Vokeys. They dont offer the same array of grinds, but they suit me well and I like to have a raw wedge (full!!! raw, not face only) without having to sell a kidney. Feel, looks, and versatility are superb

I have to agree with this. 
 

I’m currently playing these and am quite impressed. 
 

They offer plenty of bite and control. 
 

I like the DG spinner shaft a lot. 
 

Raw is the way to go…

[Tyler724]

On 7/13/2023 at 9:04 PM, IsThatGood17 said:

Always surprises me how much Vokey runs away with this category!

Agreed. I expected them to be on top but they are running away with it. 

[BallerNate]

I owned both the SM9 and MG3's. 

 

For me personally, the MG3's performed better, but absolutely hated the look of the Raw face, which was really the only reason I got rid of them.

 

Praying that the upcoming MG4's won't have the Raw faces...if so they'll be going straight into my bag!!

[BHA17]

Just cannot ever go wrong with a Vokey

[JakeW13]

I'm telling all of you right now, there is not an easier wedge to hit than the CBX Zipcores and there's not a close second in my opinion.

Can you say "cheat code"?

[Phil Major]

Taylormade MG3 are the best wedges and kicked Callys and SM9's out of my bag.

[SofaKingPure]

Vokey sm9

[BallerNate]

I just had my first experience with the RTX 6 Zipcore the other day, and was absolutely blown away!!

 

I’ve had 2 stints with the OG Zipcore’s, and was very skeptical that Cleveland could improve on them.

 

But the RTX 6 Zipcore’s are absolutely better! Feel and control is just as good, but they seem way easier to hit, better for full swings, and the spin and control on chips and partial swings is fantastic as well!

Edited October 25, 2023 by BallerNate

[RangeBaller]

Vokeys will win out of familiarity.  There are simply better options now for average joes, it's just odd that so few are willing to experiment when it comes to wedges

[mr_duffer]

Cleveland RTX6 ZipCore

 

[raspymcnasty]

T22 for me. Forged, spinny, and cheap!