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Why We Like It
- A new version of Titleist’s Spin Milled grooves features 5 percent more volume than the SM10 to channel away debris and retain more spin.
- A new directional face texture provides increased friction and prolongs contact on the face, delivering reliable spin on short shots.
- A heat treatment is applied to increase the durability of the groove edges to prolong maximum stopping power.
- Additions to the line include a stronger pitching wedge at 44 degrees and a 60-degree K-grind option with 12 degrees of bounce.
- The center of gravity is identical across all grinds in each loft, meaning you don’t have to compromise on your launch window for a specific grind choice.
- Top 5 in Performance, all handicaps
- SPECS: 27 options (44-60 degrees), 6 sole grinds, 4 finishes
what our testers said
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COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List panelists observed exceptional bunker control — testers routinely backed shots up three to four feet and praised consistently stopping sand performance. The wedge offers a very soft, muted feel with efficient energy transfer, high floating spin and premium turf interaction that slices cleanly through turf. Versatile grinds and an easy-to-open leading edge make flop, check and full shots reliable; it’s forgiving on full swings and inspires confidence. One downside: a few found it slightly heavy .
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted exceptional bunker control—able to hold and even back balls 3–4 feet from a standard lie—with consistently strong stopping power. The 50° delivered clean turf interaction and a narrow spin/launch window; it moves quickly through turf and forgives slight mishits. Soft, premium feel, easy to open for varied shots, and solid backplate forgiveness. High trajectory on longer shots and precise, controllable spin around the green make it very versatile. One quibble: it’s more understated than flashy.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted an exceptionally soft, buttery feel with standout turf interaction that produces high, floating, spinning shots and very clean contact. Energy transfers efficiently for stable, point-and-shoot control; it’s easy to shape, excels at greenside spin and check-and-sit, and is forgiving in bunkers and delicate flop shots. One drawback: a few found the head a touch heavy.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List panelists observed a compact, solid impact with a muted crack and buttery feel that produces strong, controlled flight and excellent distance predictability. Balanced weighting gives precise full and partial shots; around the green it excels — centered strikes, maximum spin, and grinds that handle sand and turf while making face-opening simple. Classic, refined setup and look. One caveat: it can be a touch too powerful and a bit harder to feather for delicate distance-controlled shots.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Soft feel on full swings with plenty of controllable spin. Greenside and bunker performance gave me options — could turn the spin on or let it release. Very dependable overall.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
Soft feel on full swings with strong, high ball flight. Great greenside spin. In the bunker it works better with a closed face—open it up and it gets tough. When used correctly, it digs and bounces beautifully.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
Balanced weighting makes full and partial shots precise. Around the green it really shines — easy to hit the center and squeeze out maximum spin. The grind makes opening the face simple and very effective in sand.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
Effortless and reliable — doesn’t require perfect technique to perform. Bunker shots are extremely consistent, and greenside spin is easy to produce. Handles flops and little check-shots equally well. Not much to complain about.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Transfers energy well, almost grabbing the ball before sending it high and soft. Feels like a true utility wedge that can handle everything. Tons of spin from the sand with great check-and-sit control.
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Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Soft feel on full swings with plenty of controllable spin. Greenside and bunker performance gave me options — could turn the spin on or let it release. Very dependable overall.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
Soft feel on full swings with strong, high ball flight. Great greenside spin. In the bunker it works better with a closed face—open it up and it gets tough. When used correctly, it digs and bounces beautifully.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
Balanced weighting makes full and partial shots precise. Around the green it really shines — easy to hit the center and squeeze out maximum spin. The grind makes opening the face simple and very effective in sand.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
Effortless and reliable — doesn’t require perfect technique to perform. Bunker shots are extremely consistent, and greenside spin is easy to produce. Handles flops and little check-shots equally well. Not much to complain about.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Transfers energy well, almost grabbing the ball before sending it high and soft. Feels like a true utility wedge that can handle everything. Tons of spin from the sand with great check-and-sit control.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
Easy to launch but tough to control distance. Great trajectory for sand play but too much power elsewhere. Needed more finesse than it offered.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Delivered in every situation with a compact, solid impact feel. Strong ball flight and a muted crack at contact. Forgiving on full swings, and both grinds handled sand and turf well. High or low, it produced whatever trajectory I asked for.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Classic design and one of the best for a reason. You can hit any shot and choose any window. Great balance with dependable spin. Just a 10/10 all-around wedge.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
Elegant, classy feel — like a Bentley rolling into Gatsby’s place. Dominant in full shots, bunker shots, and chips. Powerful flight with optimal spin. It carries itself like a top-tier wedge.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
They improved it without ruining the classic setup and look. Full swings felt fantastic, and bunker shots were simple. Around the green it really opens up — any shot you imagine is pretty much available. Just a proven, refined design.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Light, soft feel gives great feedback around the green. Bunker play was steady, but the turf interaction is the real separator — noticeably better than the rest. Everything feels clean through impact.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
Pure ease on full swings and in bunkers — pin-hunting on command. Ball launches easily from the sand and lands soft. Around the green it can roll out a touch more than ideal, but overall it’s extremely user-friendly.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
Super soft, cushiony feel. Effortless to swing with high, accurate ball flight. Never felt like I had to work to get consistent results. One of the easier wedges to control.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
I lost some distance and had to swing harder than usual. Around the green, though, it’s soft with plenty of spin. The head feels a bit heavy for my taste, so the balance threw me off. Likely more me than the club.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
A touch heavy in the hands but still gives clean feedback. Easy to shape shots. Sand play was inconsistent and hard to spin, but from grass it feels controlled and workable.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
The 50-degree had great turf interaction and delivered consistent spin, even on slight mishits. Launch window barely moved. It’s quick through the turf, and the leading edge sets up cleanly whether square or open. Just very reliable.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
Give a top wedge designer full freedom and this is the result. It’ll basically do whatever shot you call for. Feels like a tour-level tool in every situation.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
Soft as warm butter, and that feel translates directly into elite distance control. Every strike was smooth and predictable. Truly one of the most complete wedges for any type of shot.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Full swings launched extremely high and tended to fall short. But from bunkers and greenside lies, it was very soft and easy to use. Compact strike with dependable feel.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Lots of control and stability, especially on full swings. At address the hosel area draws attention, which can lead to the occasional miss. Works fine from sand once you dig deeper. Reliable once you settle into its look.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
Extremely easy to use — doesn’t ask much from you. It feels like it adjusts to your swing instead of the other way around. Just a simple, predictable wedge.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
Bunker shots were incredible. I could back balls up three to four feet from a standard lie without trying. Super consistent sand performance with real stopping power.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Soft, muted feel that produces high, floating, spinning shots on repeat. Easy energy transfer with almost no turf or sand resistance. Point-and-shoot wedge with a very stable strike.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Hot off the face with excellent distance. The tradeoff is a firmer feel with less softness on touch shots. If distance is your priority, this is a strong fit.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Not the most forgiving — fat and thin shots showed up often. Around the green it didn’t produce the spin I expected, and everything wanted to roll out. In the sand it struggled to drive through cleanly. Just not a match for what I need in a wedge.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
Great all-around forgiveness with a solid backplate. Mishits don’t lose much, and spin adjusts naturally based on strike height. Easy to open the face and play multiple shots. Soft feel with a versatile personality.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Absolutely dazzling around the green. Easy to manipulate height from low runners to high floaters with great feel. Full swings are less forgiving — the sweet spot feels tiny. You’d better be precise.
Anand
43, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Everything about this wedge feels complete and confidence-boosting. It’s the kind of club you want to keep hitting because every strike feels pure. Nearly perfect in every category.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
A tip of the cap to Bob Vokey — this wedge just performs. High-end across the board. No real notes or weaknesses.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
Cuts through turf exactly the way you want — no digging, no skipping. Perfect flight and spin on full shots. Materials feel premium and soft. Just a dialed-in wedge for ball-strikers.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
High trajectory on longer shots, which I really liked. Around the green it’s steady and can create all the shots you need with appropriate spin. Not flashy, just consistently competent.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Soft, buttery feel despite a slightly heavier overall weight. Quiet sound adds to the touch and control on greenside shots. Turf interaction is smooth with crisp spin and reliable checking. In the sand, you can get aggressive without fear of digging.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
Soft feel on full swings with strong, high ball flight. Great greenside spin. In the bunker it works better with a closed face—open it up and it gets tough. When used correctly, it digs and bounces beautifully.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
Balanced weighting makes full and partial shots precise. Around the green it really shines — easy to hit the center and squeeze out maximum spin. The grind makes opening the face simple and very effective in sand.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Transfers energy well, almost grabbing the ball before sending it high and soft. Feels like a true utility wedge that can handle everything. Tons of spin from the sand with great check-and-sit control.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
Easy to launch but tough to control distance. Great trajectory for sand play but too much power elsewhere. Needed more finesse than it offered.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Delivered in every situation with a compact, solid impact feel. Strong ball flight and a muted crack at contact. Forgiving on full swings, and both grinds handled sand and turf well. High or low, it produced whatever trajectory I asked for.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Classic design and one of the best for a reason. You can hit any shot and choose any window. Great balance with dependable spin. Just a 10/10 all-around wedge.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
Elegant, classy feel — like a Bentley rolling into Gatsby’s place. Dominant in full shots, bunker shots, and chips. Powerful flight with optimal spin. It carries itself like a top-tier wedge.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
They improved it without ruining the classic setup and look. Full swings felt fantastic, and bunker shots were simple. Around the green it really opens up — any shot you imagine is pretty much available. Just a proven, refined design.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
Pure ease on full swings and in bunkers — pin-hunting on command. Ball launches easily from the sand and lands soft. Around the green it can roll out a touch more than ideal, but overall it’s extremely user-friendly.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
Soft as warm butter, and that feel translates directly into elite distance control. Every strike was smooth and predictable. Truly one of the most complete wedges for any type of shot.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Absolutely dazzling around the green. Easy to manipulate height from low runners to high floaters with great feel. Full swings are less forgiving — the sweet spot feels tiny. You’d better be precise.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
A tip of the cap to Bob Vokey — this wedge just performs. High-end across the board. No real notes or weaknesses.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
Effortless and reliable — doesn’t require perfect technique to perform. Bunker shots are extremely consistent, and greenside spin is easy to produce. Handles flops and little check-shots equally well. Not much to complain about.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Light, soft feel gives great feedback around the green. Bunker play was steady, but the turf interaction is the real separator — noticeably better than the rest. Everything feels clean through impact.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
Super soft, cushiony feel. Effortless to swing with high, accurate ball flight. Never felt like I had to work to get consistent results. One of the easier wedges to control.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
I lost some distance and had to swing harder than usual. Around the green, though, it’s soft with plenty of spin. The head feels a bit heavy for my taste, so the balance threw me off. Likely more me than the club.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
A touch heavy in the hands but still gives clean feedback. Easy to shape shots. Sand play was inconsistent and hard to spin, but from grass it feels controlled and workable.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Full swings launched extremely high and tended to fall short. But from bunkers and greenside lies, it was very soft and easy to use. Compact strike with dependable feel.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Lots of control and stability, especially on full swings. At address the hosel area draws attention, which can lead to the occasional miss. Works fine from sand once you dig deeper. Reliable once you settle into its look.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Soft, muted feel that produces high, floating, spinning shots on repeat. Easy energy transfer with almost no turf or sand resistance. Point-and-shoot wedge with a very stable strike.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Hot off the face with excellent distance. The tradeoff is a firmer feel with less softness on touch shots. If distance is your priority, this is a strong fit.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Not the most forgiving — fat and thin shots showed up often. Around the green it didn’t produce the spin I expected, and everything wanted to roll out. In the sand it struggled to drive through cleanly. Just not a match for what I need in a wedge.
Anand
43, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Everything about this wedge feels complete and confidence-boosting. It’s the kind of club you want to keep hitting because every strike feels pure. Nearly perfect in every category.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Soft, buttery feel despite a slightly heavier overall weight. Quiet sound adds to the touch and control on greenside shots. Turf interaction is smooth with crisp spin and reliable checking. In the sand, you can get aggressive without fear of digging.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Soft feel on full swings with plenty of controllable spin. Greenside and bunker performance gave me options — could turn the spin on or let it release. Very dependable overall.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
The 50-degree had great turf interaction and delivered consistent spin, even on slight mishits. Launch window barely moved. It’s quick through the turf, and the leading edge sets up cleanly whether square or open. Just very reliable.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
Give a top wedge designer full freedom and this is the result. It’ll basically do whatever shot you call for. Feels like a tour-level tool in every situation.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
Extremely easy to use — doesn’t ask much from you. It feels like it adjusts to your swing instead of the other way around. Just a simple, predictable wedge.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
Bunker shots were incredible. I could back balls up three to four feet from a standard lie without trying. Super consistent sand performance with real stopping power.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
Great all-around forgiveness with a solid backplate. Mishits don’t lose much, and spin adjusts naturally based on strike height. Easy to open the face and play multiple shots. Soft feel with a versatile personality.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
Cuts through turf exactly the way you want — no digging, no skipping. Perfect flight and spin on full shots. Materials feel premium and soft. Just a dialed-in wedge for ball-strikers.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
High trajectory on longer shots, which I really liked. Around the green it’s steady and can create all the shots you need with appropriate spin. Not flashy, just consistently competent.
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