Riuzzi Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 Last year I ordered a 53* Chikara v1 black ox wedge from Carl, and was extremely impressed with everything about it. The look at address is perfect, the feel is fantastic, and it spins like a top. I've hit a ton of great shots with it, and it just gets better for every round. I honestly can't say anything negative about it, so I just had to try a 59* as well. As luck would have it Carl had just gotten back from a trip to Japan when I wanted to place my order. He had brought back the last couple of Proto Types that had been reserved for Japanese pro's, and there was a single 60* left...that's gone now :D My new Chikara arrived yesterday, and even though I didn't think it was possible, I think this one looks even better than my 53*. The mill marks on the face are insane, and makes the face feel like sand paper. The grind is also very cool, similar to the grind on the 53*, but this one is done by hand and has the slit in the sole. The custom red and white paintfill was inspired by the Danish flag, Dannebrog...I don't know if it was Carl's or Reid/Pitbull's idea, but I really like it :) I really can't wait to see how it performs on the course. Thank you Carl! And thanks again Reid for all of your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craz-e Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 That is a very nice wedge you have there, hope it performs for you as well as it looks, enjoy! Quote Driver = Callaway Paradym Smoke Fairways = Callaway Smoke-Ai Max HL = Callaway UW 19* Irons = 4-PW Taylormade P7 TW Gap Wedge = Vokey SM10 51* Sand Wedge = Taylormade MG4 Hi-Toe 56* Lob Wedge = Tour Edge Exotics Wingman 60* Putter = Scotty Cameron Champions Choice Ball = Callaway Chrome Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chRisJ87 Posted April 4, 2009 Share Posted April 4, 2009 That wedge looks amazing Michael! Hilsen Chris fra DK ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riuzzi Posted April 4, 2009 Author Share Posted April 4, 2009 Thanks guys! Chikara's are really something special. I've tried a lot of different wedges, and based on my experiences with my 53*, Chikara's are definitely my favorite wedges out there. I can't wait to see the new irons and putters that are supposed to be released in the near future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shuttle1 Posted April 5, 2009 Share Posted April 5, 2009 I hope you took out stock on the ball you play. You're going to be shredding a few. That is one good looking weapon. I have tried many wedges since putting the Chikara's in the bag and nothing can knock them out. What I'm the most amazed with is how many balls I've hit and how good of shape they're still in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitbull808 Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 Michael, glad to see the wedge made it safely on it's long trip from Hawaii. I'm proud to have a "hand" in your wedge. If the grips crooked...Carl put it on! :cheesy: Actually I know it's on good since I had him check it after I stuck it on. The paintfill was also a joint effort. My idea, and his paint. I let him do it..and he said he better since I'm much too impatient to let it dry well before attempting to clean it up. Good luck with it! I'm still loving my Proto's! :drinks: Quote Pitbull808 WITB Page Pitbull808 IG Godzillagolfer/ My putter IG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM golf guy Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 I love the look of the Proto Chikara wedges. Thanks for sharing the pictures. I think I can see that golf ball sweating with those grooves staring at it LOL. Quote Callaway Paradym AI Smoke Max TD 9° Ventus+ Black 6 Callaway Paradym AI Smoke TD 3w Ventus Red 7 Callaway Paradym AI Smoke TD 7w Ventus Red 7 Wilson Dynapower Forged 4-G UST Recoil Dart 105 Wilson Staff Model ZM 56°-12° (Bent to 55°) and 60°-06° Artisan 0124 KBS CT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pure745 Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 OMG! That looks like bactine for my "itch" :huh: Quote Callaway Epic Flash SZ 7.5 - PX Hulk 65g Callaway Epic Flash SZ 13.5 - PX Hulk 85g PXG Hybrid 19 - GD HYB 95 Miura MC 501 - DG X100 Miura Tour 50, 54 - DG X100 Vokey 60V - PX LZ Scotty Cameron 009 - Circle W IG: https://www.instagram.com/pure745 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSeca Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 The only thing better than a v1 Chikara is a proto type v1 Chikara. I am envious, great pick up. :good: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riuzzi Posted April 6, 2009 Author Share Posted April 6, 2009 Michael, glad to see the wedge made it safely on it's long trip from Hawaii. I'm proud to have a "hand" in your wedge. If the grips crooked...Carl put it on! :cheesy: Actually I know it's on good since I had him check it after I stuck it on. The paintfill was also a joint effort. My idea, and his paint. I let him do it..and he said he better since I'm much too impatient to let it dry well before attempting to clean it up. Good luck with it! I'm still loving my Proto's! :drinks: Thanks Reid! I hit a couple of shots with it yesterday on my round...almost holed a shot from the rough on the last hole. It performs just like I had hoped, I'm already looking forward to hitting it again :) OMG! That looks like bactine for my "itch" :huh: I've tried "scratch"ing my itch, but the only thing that's worked over a longer period of time is Chikara ;) I'm all set for wedges until these are worn out...or until Carl comes out with something new and cool :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Fantastic-looking wedge, Michael. Gotta say though, speaking from experience, the only thing that looks better than a brand new Chikara wedge is one that's earned it's place in the bag and has just barely gotten it's "broken in" look to it. Because that's a wedge that had delivered a "CHIKARA" moment or three. ;) Congrats on the new wedge and finally matching up a great pairing. Muchos dankes on the pics. :good: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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