WEDGES

There's much to be said for adding ten yards to your drives, but I'm a firm believer that improving your short game is the quickest route to lower scores.

- By GM staff writer Sam De'Ath

Those crucial shots from 100 yards and in, plus the delicate ones around the green, are what separate good rounds from great ones. To get up and down consistently, your wedges must suit your eye and technique to help raise your performance potential.

With a wave of new models hitting the shelves in 2025, I've tested all the best ones (plus some carryover models), both indoors on a Foresight Sports GC3 launch monitor and, more importantly, on the course to find out which ones truly deserve a place in your bag.

Looks

Let's be honest, you'll never hit a good chip with a wedge you hate looking at. Liking how a wedge looks behind the ball instils irreplaceable confidence. While aesthetics are very much subjective, the shape of the topline, the leading edge and the way a club sits at address all have a huge impact on how you feel over the ball.

For those seeking a classic, tour-inspired look, the Mizuno Pro T-1 is a stunning piece of craftsmanship. Behind the ball, it presents a compact head, a softly rounded leading edge and a smooth, curved topline that melts into the hosel. Forged from 1025 mild carbon steel with a copper underlay, it boasts Mizuno's unmistakable look and soft feel. The classic scripted 'Mizuno Pro' detail on the rear offers a classy, premium aesthetic that will appeal to the golfing purist.