The $400 question

[coop6340]

Titleist Vokey's or Cleveland 588 wedges?

[518TitleistX]

im a bit biased, but vokeys and its not even close... haha.

[Fozcycle]

Neither..........I game the Mizuno MP's

[pixel5]

Cleveland 588's no doubt.

HA HA HAVE FUN WITH YOUR DECISION.

[WUTiger]

Vokey wedges have superb engineering and dozens of options (loft and bounce, sole grind, etc.), but I have never cared for them. Heads have always seemed  too light.

I have played Cleveland CG14 wedges for past three years, and I really like them. BTW, if you like the new Cleveland 588 wedges, be sure to try the new Callaway Forged. I got to try both varieties outdoors at a demo day. The two models are similar in concept, and feel great going through the ball.

[Jimdangles]

Im eventually goin with vokeys

[Golfingdad]

I think you should consider changing the title of the thread to the $530 (or thereabouts) question.  After reading threads on here about wedge set makeup (specifically the reviews for the "Scor" wedges I believe), I have come around to the idea that since the PW is a scoring club, it would make more sense for it to match the rest of the wedges rather than the rest of the irons.  So if you were also getting new irons, I would consider stopping at the 9.  I am definitely going to consider that whenever I get around to getting new clubs.  Fingers crossed, hopefully soon!

For the record, I currently have a 588 RTG 56* from about 10 years ago and it's my best club.  (I also have a 53* and 60* but I don't use them)  I've never hit any other wedge so I have no comparison.

I can also tell you that several people on here would highly recommend getting fitted for Edel wedges.  I think then $400 becomes $450 FWIW, but they are custom fit for your game.

[TourSpoon]

I had the 588s way back in the day. When Roger defected to Cally and I needed new wedges I went with Vokeys. Now that they resurrected the all time classic 588, I went with Vokey TVDs (M grind).

[Timothy Voyles]

Rusted out 588s...

supposedly the new versions will have the zip grooves...?

[Shorty]

Originally Posted by WUTiger

Vokey wedges have superb engineering

Their "engineering" is EXACTLY the same as every other quality wedge - apart from the ones which are forged.

There is no difference at all in quality.

It comes down to finding a shape you like and one that feels right when it comes to weight.

It's a totally personal choice.

[Mr. Desmond]

Look, I don't know much about the Cleveland redo of the 588's. I played Clevelands in the early 00's when I knew little about bounce, grinds, and how to make better use of them.

I think today's PW is more like a 9i (strong loft, longer length shaft) - and the Gap is really a PW (49-51 deg).

As to your question, I did not care for the Vokey SM -- but I did purchase the SM4 - the 60-10 (M Grind) and 62-07 - I typically won't use both at the same time. I like the shape of the head and the grinds are great if you find the one that suits you - you have choices of 3 different bounce configurations in each loft from 54-60.

I find the M Grind works for me.

good luck.

[coop6340]

Does anybody know how long they will sell the Vokey SM2 ( non conforming model )

[showtime583]

Originally Posted by coop6340

Does anybody know how long they will sell the Vokey SM2 ( non conforming model )

They'll sell them until they're out of stock...Titleist isn't making/shipping any more of these

[iacas]

Originally Posted by Golfingdad

I can also tell you that several people on here would highly recommend getting fitted for Edel wedges.  I think then $400 becomes $450 FWIW, but they are custom fit for your game.

Uh, yes, this.

http://thesandtrap.com/t/57874/my-edel-wedges-or-super-bounce-and-why-its-good-for-you-or-the-sweet-spot-is-finally-in-the-right-place

[Mr. Desmond]

Originally Posted by iacas

Uh, yes, this.

http://thesandtrap.com/t/57874/my-edel-wedges-or-super-bounce-and-why-its-good-for-you-or-the-sweet-spot-is-finally-in-the-right-place

Yep, I concur with this. If I hadn't purchased 5 wedges in October, I'd be all over the Edels. And in another year, hopefully I will. Edel is a great craftsman, and customizes everything. So if you have a consistent wedge swing and know what you like to do with them, hook up with Erik on the Edels.

[iacas]

Originally Posted by Mr. Desmond

hook up with Erik on the Edels.

Well, I don't know when I'll next be in Iowa, but hook up with someone... ;)

[coop6340]

I just looked up these wedges and can't find the price or where to buy them

[sean_miller]

Originally Posted by coop6340

Titleist Vokey's or Cleveland 588 wedges?

Considering you're leaving out a ton of quality players' wedges (Cobra, TM - play better than they look, Callaway, Mizuno, Nike, etc - and quite a few boutique brands) maybe you should be asking the $80 question. Flip a coin, pick up some gently worn vintage wedges off ebay and give them a spin.