Cheap, Value for Money Wedges

Newbie Golfer Posts : 56 Join date : 2013-10-19

Hi guys. Many thanks for helping with my putter search previous time. My irons set only has from 4-G. G is probably a 52° I think. Probably looking for a 56° wedge. Hoping to get something that can last me a while. I'm not much of an upgrader. Yet I guess. Haha.

Do you guys have any recommendations?

I went down to look at GD. So many price points. About $50 can get the Lynx ones. Then there're the Callaway and Cleveland ones for about $12x-13x. Not really sure how to choose also.

PS. I have about an $80 voucher for Taka so I don't mind getting from there if it's not that much more expensive.

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Sat Jan 11, 2014 4:01 pm

I have 2 sets of forged NIKE wedges for sale if you are interested.

http://www.golfrepublic.org/t24329-wts-tm-r11-driver-oakley-sunglasses-belts-nike-wedges-set-new-item-added

Junior Golfer Posts : 115 Join date : 2013-02-27

I think I saw GD previously selling Titleist vokey $99 only.

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Sun Jan 12, 2014 12:34 am

Now now at harbourfront #03, still haven vokey brand new at 99

Newbie Golfer Posts : 56 Join date : 2013-10-19

@WillyTan Thanks but I'll keep my options open first. Looking for 56° anyway. Your 54° a bit too close to the G wedge I think?

@GolfNoob
@Asguard :
Thanks for the reco. I was told by the salespeople at both outlets that they are non-conforming wedges. Is that something I should be concerned about?

Newbie Golfer Posts : 56 Join date : 2013-10-19

Also I found this online. Never heard of the brand though. Until I browsed around the WRX forums and some have mentioned these wedges to be pretty value for money.

http://www.rockbottomgolf.com/scratch-golf-8620-milled-chrome-wedge.html

Only USD41. Anywhere to find this brand in SG?

Super Active Golfer Posts : 2100 Join date : 2009-11-30

Never heard of the brand Scatch golf before?
Just a few years ago, they sponsored PGA player Ryan Moore
http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/423227-scratch-golf-clubs-and-ryan-moore/

Don't think anyone carries that brand in sg

Newbie Golfer Posts : 56 Join date : 2013-10-19

pocketace wrote:: Never heard of the brand Scatch golf before?
Just a few years ago, they sponsored PGA player Ryan Moore
http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/423227-scratch-golf-clubs-and-ryan-moore/

Don't think anyone carries that brand in sg

Please pardon my ignorance. My experience in golf is only as old as this account. Haha. Really new player here.

Yes sadly haven't seen this brand in SG yet. Do you guys frequently order from the US?

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Sun Jan 12, 2014 2:14 pm

leroyishere wrote:

pocketace wrote:: Never heard of the brand Scatch golf before?
Just a few years ago, they sponsored PGA player Ryan Moore
http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/topic/423227-scratch-golf-clubs-and-ryan-moore/

Don't think anyone carries that brand in sg

Please pardon my ignorance. My experience in golf is only as old as this account. Haha. Really new player here.

Yes sadly haven't seen this brand in SG yet. Do you guys frequently order from the US?

U got taka voucher? Go get Mack daddy lah

Super Active Golfer Posts : 2100 Join date : 2009-11-30

no prob Bro Leroy, we are all here to share.

why do you want to order to from the US, is it really cheaper or more value for money?
yes, I have ordered from Rockbottomgolf before, they are reliable. But that's provided you know what you want. At this point, I feel that you still dunno what you want. Its just a punt...

eg this Scratch wedge, USD41= SGD 52 based on current conversion, and say shipping is SGD20, you are looking at SGD70 ish

Scratch for me, its a question mark cos I've never seen or touch the club before, it is kinda a boutique brand to me. Is it better value than, eg Taylormade wedge that is selling at GD for SGD79? Perhaps its really good, I dunno, its your judgement call or if you believe those reviews on GolfWRX

I'm with bro Enwee, if you have SGD80 taka vouchers, then just go Taka and get a decent wedge that is of reputable brand. Actually, all major brands eg Callaway, Titleist, Mizuno, Clevelands, TM, all make decent wedges, I doubt if anyone of them is much better or much worse than each other. Its all very subjective

If you are getting a used one, then make sure the grooves are not too worn out. Get one wedge that you don't tell yourself," I got a crappy wedge in my bag, how I wish I got the vokeys... or Mack Daddys..."

I bet you will change your wedges at some time despite you proclaiming that you are not much of an 'upgrader', cos if you are truly addicted to this game, you are always on the look out for the next shiny new thing that golf manufacturers throw at us every year. Are you content with keeping your Scratch wedge if there is no resale value for it? Just a thought.

btw, to add to the confusion, there are Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) wedges, eg Miuras, Romaro, Yururi, George Spirits and they are on the premium end and JDM fans believe these are the best. Again, it is subjective.

enjoy the journey, and as your skills develops, your wedge game improves over time, then you will be in the position to know what kind of wedge you want. Meanwhile, get one that appeals to you visually at least. Good luck with your search. cheers

Newbie Golfer Posts : 61 Join date : 2013-08-07

Very well said!
Just to add, based from my own newbie experience, I found the TV RAC and ATV, then Cleveland CG15 wedges quite easy to hit and control. You may want to give them a try.

Newbie Golfer Posts : 61 Join date : 2013-08-07

Very well said!
Just to add, based from my own newbie experience, I found the TV RAC and ATV, then Cleveland CG15 wedges quite easy to hit and control. You may want to give them a try.

Newbie Golfer Posts : 58 Join date : 2013-11-20

Since we are on the topic of wedge, I'll like to ask a question. Which are the wedges that's necessary in the bag? I currently have a pw, aw and 56 degrees. Shd I get a 58 or 60 degrees? Thanks

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Sun Jan 12, 2014 4:10 pm

What is needed?

It all depends on the gap/distant that u need.

I have the following;
PW - 90-100m
51* - 80-90m
55* - 65-80m
59* - 30-50m

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Sun Jan 12, 2014 4:15 pm

leroyishere wrote:: @WillyTan Thanks but I'll keep my options open first. Looking for 56° anyway. Your 54° a bit too close to the G wedge I think?

No worries, anyway I m selling them as a set (54 & 60) (52, 56 & 60). Not splitting them up.

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Sun Jan 12, 2014 4:30 pm

niwde82 wrote:: Since we are on the topic of wedge, I'll like to ask a question. Which are the wedges that's necessary in the bag? I currently have a pw, aw and 56 degrees. Shd I get a 58 or 60 degrees? Thanks

You feel u missing certain distance? But of cos if u have a strong urge of buying get a 60.

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Sun Jan 12, 2014 5:37 pm

Keep a 4 degree gap in between each wedge club; from your PW downwards.

Most ppl I know either play a 52, 56 @ 60 combo or simply 54 & 58.
Depending on your distance gap.

Newbie Golfer Posts : 58 Join date : 2013-11-20

I see. Thanks all for your advice

Junior Golfer Posts : 208 Join date : 2011-11-16

http://www.vokey.com/wedges/pages/wedge-selection-guide.aspx

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Tue Jan 21, 2014 11:22 pm

Can somebody enlighten me (ie. model, finish etc.) on the vokey wedges at GD? Seems quite attractive at $99

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Wed Jan 22, 2014 12:10 am

It's the non-conforming SM2, if u r not into any competition definitely a good buy...

Subject: Re: Cheap, Value for Money Wedges Wed Jan 22, 2014 7:12 am

Golf Bargains have Vokeys @ $99, some Cleveland's @ $89 and Callaway's @ $59