We’ve shared a ton from our member trip and fitting experience at Pinehurst with Wilson Golf from back in June and we still have more on the way. Last week, we highlighted their newest product offering, the RB Utility, and now we are excited to share all things Staff Model ZM wedges.

Before our members were fit and began testing the wedges, Harry Nodwell, Wilson’s Pro Performance Equipment Manager, talked us through Wilson’s desire to maximize spin (and spin retention) in the Staff Model ZM wedges. They wanted these to perform in both wet and dry conditions. Harry noted that golfers can lose up to 50% in spin from their wedges in when it’s wet. Simply, Wilson set out to make it so that golfers do not have to overthink or overcompensate due to a course’s conditions.

Wilson believes that putting their Staff Model ZM wedges in your bag allows you to fine-tune and dial in your short game for optimum performance in all conditions.

About the Wilson Staff Model ZM wedges

The Staff Model ZM wedges incorporate a new high-spin groove construction, face milling and Garnet Face Blasted finish that all work together in design to ensure a faster, deeper, and longer ball interaction. The combination aims to provide golfers with more consistent spin and control in all weather and lies, with a special focus on wet conditions.

Constructed from soft forged 8620 carbon steel, the new Staff Model ZM wedges are designed with a straighter leading edge and elevated center of gravity (CG) in design to improve trajectory control in the higher lofted wedges. A new progressive CG design exists as the lofts increase in a bid to promote a more consistent and controlled ball flight.

The new Wilson Staff Model ZM Wedges are available in six loft options – 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, and 60-degrees with 46 and a 48-degrees available through custom order. Golfers can select between various bounce options in the 56, 58 and 60-degree lofts. All lofts are available in right-handed, with the 52, 56, and 60-degrees available in left-handed.

Initial Impressions from Pinehurst

Shilgy: “The wedges are fantastic. Great finish and a bit more heel relief making them easy to open up. ”

Olson12: “I currently play 50, 54, 60 Vokey SM9 wedges but decided to give the 58/6* a whirl, and I’m glad I did. I mentioned to the staff earlier that I never use my 60 for anything longer than 50 yards. I’ve never felt comfortable with a full swing lob. Going to the 58* gives me more confidence on full shots but was still able to hit all the chips and bunker shots I normally hit with my 60*.

These are fully forged wedges for $150. I just ordered my three Vokey wedges a few months ago for like $600. What the hell, man! If you are in the market for wedges, do yourself a favor and just give them a shot. Nice traditional shape and a super soft feel. Not too clicky but still gives audible feedback on mishits.”

“If you are in the market for wedges, do yourself a favor and just give them a shot.”

TLUBulldogGolf: “The wedges are really solid as well, I feel like I can flight them with ease and they spin like crazy.”

“The wedges continue to impress me, really nice turf interaction and great feedback. They did a great job with the grind on the 60* if you like lower bounce grinds meant to be manipulated.”

TM golf guy: “The Staff ZM wedges were something I was really interested in as I loved the head shape, and the feel and performance didn’t disappoint. They have a really nice shape to them, and the sound and feel is also excellent. I’m a big fan of the 60° that I got. The grind really allows for a lot of versatility around the greens as well.”

“I’m very confident in throwing these straight in the bag though. They keep it simple with low, medium, and high bounce options. They gave me a mid 56 (bent to 55, currently playing a 54° Vokey bent to 55°) that has the same 12° (11° because of being bent) as my Vokey, and a 60° with 6° of bounce. The 60° is super versatile with its grind that I tried to highlight above. It sits open nicely, and is really nice off the tighter lies that I’ll play here. Still want to spend more time with them side by side, but I think it’ll be an easy switch. They’re also cheaper than most other wedges on the market, which is an added benefit.”

More Member Testing

Prior to the trip to Pinehurst, Wilson had another group of forum members testing the Staff Model ZM wedges. Check out their reviews here. Hint: More favorable experiences incoming…

The Jealousy is Real..

Can you believe these custom, 1/1 raw Staff Model ZM wedges that Harry Nodwell from Wilson Golf had in the bag?

 

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In Conclusion

The Staff Model ZM wedges are one of Wilson’s most compelling offerings. They offer premium performance at a fraction of the price of other OEM wedges on the market. If you are looking for a new set of wedges, these should be high on your list of products to try, retailing at just $150.  Our members had no reservations putting these straight into the bag after testing them. Wilson has a strong team on the R&D side and they have done a great job developing their newest line of products.

If you’re interested in learning more about Wilson Golf, member trips like this, or even want to ask questions about the Staff Model ZM wedges, head over to the forum thread where all of this is going down. Our members and Wilson Golf will be happy to answer any questions that you might have.