The steep sidewalls and sharp edge increase the control on the wedge. Known as ZTP-17, they are designed to optimize spin. The groove technology is another feature of this wedge. This creates a better balance and control. This allows TaylorMade to reduce weight near the hosel to improve the center of gravity (CG). They have a soft polymer center to create a precision weight port (PWP). There are three sole grind options available and most players find the milled wedge to offer greater precision. This gives them consistency and good interaction with the turf. These wedges are individually milled using precision techniques and machinery. Most mid-handicappers will enjoy this option. While forgiveness is still important they want superb control and great consistency. Mid handicappers want something slightly different from their gap wedges. The lime green accents on a matt black, nickel, nickel-gold or chrome finish with the 4 holes is great for many but some do not favor the style.
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This also gives added control to your short game. Callaway tweaks this design (progressive grove design) according to the specific loft of the wedge to optimize spin and bounce. Much of what makes these gap wedges so consistent and accurate is the groove design. Getting it right is important and something Callaway has focused on. The positioning will affect the forgiveness, distance, control, and spin of the club, in this case, the wedge. The CG is simply the area on the head in which the weight is concentrated. Center of gravity (CG) is always important and it does not only apply to drivers.
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This should give a consistent flight and good control over trajectory. The rear of the sole has four distinctive holes in the rear which are not just for show but allow Callaway to redirect the weight from the sole to a higher position in the head. The originals were a popular gap wedge choice and, in our opinion, they have continued to improve. This unique looking wedge is our Editor’s choice for a number of reasons.