The numbers listed below from a 56-degree wedge test with Golf Laboratories’ swing robot will most benefit golfers on the slower end of the swing speed spectrum who struggle to generate enough spin on the course. Too little spin makes it difficult to hold the green — a problem older golfers tend to deal with.
The good news is a wedge can help you gain some additional zip, and then some.
At 80 mph (the robot’s speed for this test), we saw a couple of wedges top 11,000 RPMs during testing. That should be music to the ears of spin-deficient golfers.
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1. PXG 0311 Sugar Daddy II (11,414 RPMs)
2. Ping Glide 4.0 (11,121 RPMs)
3. Cleveland CBX Full Face 2 (10,851 RPMs)
4. Cobra Snakebite (10,732 RPMs)
5. Mizuno S23 (10,710 RPMs)
Mizuno S23 Custom Wedge
ENGINEERED FOR SPIN
ONE-PIECE GRAIN FLOW FORGED / CENTRAL SWEET SPOT
Comprehensively engineered for extreme backspin – the S23 combines the precision and playing profile of a player’s bladed wedge with the aggressive performance of a toe-weighted design. A shorter hosel and heel-orientated cavity allow greater mass pushed towards the toe and a centered sweet spot (located heel-side in conventional wedges) . The centered sweet spot contributes to longer impact time, less head deflection and higher spin from both full and partial shots. Delivered with the unmistakable feel of a Mizuno one-piece Grain Flow Forging.“That check and spin you see from the pros isn’t purely because of newer grooves – most of us don’t have the consistency of strike to get that kind of action. For the vast majority, a centralized sweet spot is much easier to find and get that repetitive action.” David Llewellyn
FORGED IN HIROSHIMA JAPAN
One-piece Grain Flow Forged HD at Mizuno’s iconic facility in Hiroshima Japan – where Mizuno irons have been produced since 1968.
SPIN CENTRAL
Weight pushed to the toe delivers a more centred sweet spot, more consistent strike and reliable high-spin numbers.
TOUR-READY DESIGN
The S23’s partial heel-cavity and short hosel, centralizes the sweet spot, whilst maintaining a players preferred versatile look at address.
LOFT SPECIFIC PROFILE
Stronger lofts feature a tear-drop straight edge. Flowing gently into a more rounded lob wedge – with grinds to suit.
WET WEATHER PERFORMANCE
Mizuno’s HydroFlow Micro Grooves are laser etched to release moisture and reduce spin drop off.
PRECISE GROOVES THAT LAST LONGER
Quad Cut Milled and loft specific – cut into Boron infused 1025 mild carbon steel for a longer effective lifespan.
WHITE SATIN BRUSH CHROME OR COPPER COBALT
Two durable finishes to purely suit your visual preference.The expanded grind options include:S Grind – with minimal sole grind for fuller shots and lower loftsD Grind – with moderate heel and toe relief, allowing gentle manipulation of the clubfaceC Grind – with heavy heel and toe relief for more skilled players and firmer conditionsX Grind – with extreme heel and toe relief for the real short game maestros.
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