Golf Monthly
UK magazine, season-long testing
Spin Pocket construction lowers flight while producing lots of spin, with spectacular looks and reliable numbers.
+ the facts · 3 pros− the facts
- +Two-piece head raises CG for lower flight and high spin
- +Really reliable data in testing
- +Multiple colors, grinds and bounce options
For: Players who want a lower, spinny wedge flight
2nd Swing Golf
Master fitters, Trackman-heavy testing
“feels quite hot off the face”
The spin pocket made it feel hot off the face with roughly 1,000 RPM less spin and a higher peak height than the MG5, contrary to the penetrating-flight expectation.
+ the facts · 3 pros · 4 cons− the facts
- +Compact head with shorter blade length and thinner topline that suits better players' eyes
- +Soft feel off the face
- +Lower spin could benefit players who struggle with excess spin or play firm courses where the ball takes a few bounces before checking
- −Spin dropped notably versus the MG5 (about 8,800 vs 9,200 RPM on partial shots, larger gap on full shots)
- −Flew higher rather than lower, not the penetrating flight the spin pocket promised
- −Comes off the face hot, adding a couple mph of ball speed that complicates distance control on feel shots
For: Players who generate too much spin or play firm conditions and want a flighted, running wedge shot