What's the best wedges out now?

[floyd]

I am thinking about changing wedges, I have been playing the TM Y cutters then the Z cutters and now I've been thinking about changing, what is the best wedge out now? I am mostly interested in a 58* and most concern is chipping around the greens.

[MichMan123]

For me it was the VR line. The Vokeys are too heavy. The mizunos are ugly. The Cleveland CG14s are sweet too.

[kyo-nax]

I just picked up Scratch used cheap last week.

Had my first range session today. It is sweet.

Nice soft feeling that goes very well with my mizzy.

Couple of regulars walked up to me and saw them and gave a run.

They were sold. Taking out to play this weekend and can't wait.

[Gehly]

Scratch...1080 should be out any day now and I'll be ordering a couple I'm sure.

[GolfHound]

My choice would be Chikara wedges...you can do anything on command with those babies!

[Trendsetter916]

Cant go wrong with any Scratch wedges I got 6 sets and counting. But as for major OEM brands the cleveland cg 14's give good bite.

[MchSt805]

In a 58*, I'd recommend one of the new Spin Milled Vokeys. If you get it in the 8 or 12 degree bounce, they have the C grind. If you don't want that, you could always pick up last years at a discount. I've played Vokey for 3 years and couldn't complain about anything.

 

I picked up my current Scratch 60* because my Vokey was worn out so I thought I'd try out what all the hype was about. It's an excellent wedge, fine craftsmanship, great feel and all...but I wouldn't necessarily say it's any "better". Sure the EGG grind is nice, and it allows a little more creativity around the greens, but if that's not a big factor to you then I don't think Scratch will stand out particularly. Will I stick with mine? Sure. Would I be perfectly content with a new SM Vokey? Yes.

 

Bottom line for me...both of my recommendations are great. If you're all about custom options and specific grinds, for sure go Scratch, but don't go in to it expecting something extraordinarily better than the rest. If you just want an OTR Vokey, Discount Dans has the '09s for $99

[leftychris]

Go with the Snake Eyes 685 box wedges they are the best wedges around square grooves and very soft forgings. I had them fitted with KBS wedge shafts and I have tried all OEM and these are better for feel and control. Besides with OEM all you are doing is paying for marketing and promo. Big mistake if you don't go with the SE!

[Tupperwolf]

I'd have to say that the new mass-production cast and forged Scratch wedges are the best for the money. The custom feel of the basic 8620 Scratch wedge blows by Vokey by a mile... and they're cheaper at $99. Beat that!

[omeletpants]

For me it was the VR line. The Vokeys are too heavy. The mizunos are ugly. The Cleveland CG14s are sweet too.

 

You think the Mizunos are ugly but you like the CG14s with the yellow insert? I think your spaceship is waiting for you :russian_roulette:

[Pure745]

Vokey TVD M-Grinds.. I'm playing the 54 and 58

 

Best wedges I've ever hit.. EVER.. and I've hit em all :)

[The Boom Bapp]

Gave up my Mizzy MP-T :black eye: for the NIKE VR's 52*/56*/60* after trying Scratch, Titleist, Cleveland and not liking any of them.

 

Best wedge out right now for overall playability is the VR line for me.

[lefty74pgh]

I recently picked up a 09 Vokey Spin Milled 58.08. I played the previous Vokey SM, but I prefer the new C-Grind. The grind has been great for many lies here in FL.

 

I tried the CG 14's, but they had to much bounce for me. I feel more consistent with the Vokey's.

[Ezgolfer]

Nike VR 's are the one of best wedges , very underrated .....

 

I use 54 and 60 . Played with vokey's , cleveland 's mizuno's ,fourteen previously.

[MichMan123]

For me it was the VR line. The Vokeys are too heavy. The mizunos are ugly. The Cleveland CG14s are sweet too.

 

You think the Mizunos are ugly but you like the CG14s with the yellow insert? I think your spaceship is waiting for you :russian_roulette:

 

 

 

good one! By ugly I meant the way the club lies down. I don't like the way they applied the bounce. I hate the hump on the bottom of the club. The Nike is so much cleaner. The 14s just play great and sit perfectly. Nice sharp edge.

 

And yes the yellow thing is ugly

[R U S T Y]

SCRATCH

 

ENOUGH SAID

 

NOTHING EXCEPT CHIAKARA IS REALLY AS GOOD AS THE GRINGS SCRATCH OFFERS

 

you shouldn't be thinking "wedge" you should try to fit the "grind" to your game

 

you need to be able to hit shots that help you score, who gives a sh*t about name brands, ITS ALL ABOUT GRINDS!!!

[MchSt805]

I'd have to say that the new mass-production cast and forged Scratch wedges are the best for the money. The custom feel of the basic 8620 Scratch wedge blows by Vokey by a mile... and they're cheaper at $99. Beat that!

I wouldn't mind trying the new 8620, as mine is the JLM. I know I probably start some controversy when I make statements like I did above in my last post...but I'm just trying to be realistic and completely honest in my own opinion to the original post. I'm not saying one is better than the other as a whole, just that the average golfer would probably not notice a difference.

 

BTW, like I said...'09 Vokeys are $99 to your door (tax/shipping included) at Discount Dans if you call them (at least the price I got)

[Pinhunter72]

All those wedges are great but i have been playing with a Callway X forged wedge with the mack daddie grooves and its ablsolutely great... chips, pitches, flop shots, you name it.... i use a 58 degree with 8 bounce.

[footballmonkey]

For a 58* I love my Cleveland 588 DSG RTG. It's an all purpose "around the greens" wedge for me. The DSG grind allows you to open the face and keep the leading edge low. With 10* bounce its still great out of bunkers. And I chip with it as well.

[TempusFugit]

For me it was the VR line. The Vokeys are too heavy. The mizunos are ugly. The Cleveland CG14s are sweet too.

 

 

To each his own preferences but I don't think you'll get a consensus here around Mizunos being ugly.....

[bg1]

I have the 58* MP-R, Vokey SM, Cally Mack Daddy, TM Satin TP, and the VR.

I like the VR the best with it's narrower sole, the Satin TP & Vokey tie for second

[aussieb]

I've tried the OEMs and a few others. I like the SM5808 the best for it's spin and soft feel. I ground it the same as the Mizuno MP-R I have. I like what I can do with it from just about anywhere. I am going to try out Scratch's 1018 line this year. The CG12 DSG RTG is another solid performer.

 

If you find the old Callaway Forged+ they really control the shot and feel great. I have a 52 that I bent for a gap and just found a 60 to replace my X-Tour once it wears out.

[sandy]

According to the Darrell Survey, the people that play the game for a living chose Vokeys. 2nd place is a great distance away numerically. What is suprising is how few forged wedges even make a blip in the survey.

[MichMan123]

For me it was the VR line. The Vokeys are too heavy. The mizunos are ugly. The Cleveland CG14s are sweet too.

 

 

To each his own preferences but I don't think you'll get a consensus here around Mizunos being ugly.....

 

 

If anything is said negitive about mizzy on this site, there is an uproar. I didn't mean the club was ugly, I just said it don't like they did the bounce. I hate that double hump on the bottom on the club. I didn't buy a 58 vokey for the same reason.

[golfware]

It all depends on YOUR preference... there are so many good ones, and to say that one is better than the other is preposterous.

 

Scratch wedge are great. CG14's are awesome. Vokey Spin Milled's are nice and Cally X Forged are sweet too.

 

PING Tour-W's are fantastic as well.

 

There are just so many great choices. I have the CG14's in play, and I find them to be excellent.... but that's not to say that the others aren't great either, as I've chipped in many times with Scratch wedges, Cally's and PING's.

[omeletpants]

For me it was the VR line. The Vokeys are too heavy. The mizunos are ugly. The Cleveland CG14s are sweet too.

 

 

To each his own preferences but I don't think you'll get a consensus here around Mizunos being ugly.....

 

 

If anything is said negitive about mizzy on this site, there is an uproar. I didn't mean the club was ugly, I just said it don't like they did the bounce. I hate that double hump on the bottom on the club. I didn't buy a 58 vokey for the same reason.

 

Double humps and bumps? At least you could get the terms correct. Apparently, you haven't seen many wedges nor know much about clubmaking because the looks and grinds of the Mizuno wedges are similar to many others. Yet, you like the CG14s with the yellow plastic insert. No, it's not a Mizuno bias, just that you don't know what you are talking about.

[Diesel]

wedges are such a personal choice, it's hard to make a reccomendation on one for YOUR game...

 

i like my Vokey and my X-Forged, but am looking to go with some new ones... probably go Vokeys across the line...

[RedGripGuy]

Another vote for Scratch. I have the JLMs but the new 1018s are supposed to be better yet. And if they're out of your price range, they're got the new 8620 wedges. I've never used one, but I'd guess it's equal to the Vokey at worst. They look very similar to me. I guess it's cheaper ($99) for some people, but around here both are $99.

[touch]

I Vote for the Cleveland CG 14's as they are so consistant.

I used a black sharpie on the yellow insert and that makes a huge cosmetic difference.

I love the old 588 shape they have with new technology bulit in.

 

They spin just right, and do not chew the Pro V1 covers up like the Vokey's and Callaway's.

This is important too, if you are lke me and pay $45.00 a dozen for your Pro V's.

If you get your golf balls for free then the Vokey's are would be my second choice.

[zzy]

As far as OEMs go, I was most surprised by the VR line - good feel and I love the heel grind.