SM10 vs SM9

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Lou G — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 23:09:39 GMT

I have 46-10F (44*), 50-08F, 58-12D (56*) and 60-04T SM10s. Have a Wedgeworks 56-08K and SM9 60-04L. Plus a couple old favorites (SM6 60-12K bent to 58*, which I used at Torrey Pines in 2018 and a PM Grind 64/10).

I got the 60-04T after trading in a “clearance” SM9 48-10F (46*). From the 32H down, my irons and wedges are spaced 6*. 32-38-44-50-56-58-64. I just put in the D grind after a practice session where I noticed it got 10 more yards on a full swing vs the 58-06K.

As far as fitting, I play the 46-10 1.5* upright and anything from 50* to 64* 2* upright. My 8 iron is Project X 5.5. I did a lie board last year.

The L grind is currently at 58* and it gets the same distance as the 58-06K and the SM6.

I’ve played wedge lofts of 46-52-58-64 for 3 years. SM9 48-10F (46*), 54-10S (52*) and 60-14K (58*). Last year simplified my iron setup to 716CB 7 iron (32*) and MB 8 iron (39*). Between 2020-2023, played 695MB 7-9. My “Sunday bag” wedges were 48-56-64.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Lou G — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 23:25:16 GMT

[quote user="SCochrane"]How many of you are getting fit for wedges? Changing lie angles and potentially same shafts as your irons?
I’m 2 degrees flat in irons with KBS Tour 130 X, but have always just swung wedges stock off the shelf, I’m sure this has to be hurting myself somewhere.

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I play 46-10 and 48-10 at 65.5 lie. Anything higher loft is 66*. I fare better with the gap-LW 2* strong.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Lou G — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 23:22:33 GMT

I have 46-10F (44*) and 50-08F SM10. 54-10S and 60-04L SM9. Wedgeworks 58-06K. They all work well.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

JBateman — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 03:29:16 GMT

SM10 a definite winner!

RE: SM10 vs SM9

SK Golf — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 13:26:40 GMT

Big big fan of the SM9s, can't justify upgrading just as yet. In the meantime will spend that money on some more lessons.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Lou G — Mon, 27 May 2024 03:32:52 GMT

I play my wedges 2* upright from the 50* wedge down. PW and 9 iron are 1.5* upright. My 4 wedge setup is a SM9 48-10F bent to 46, SM9 54-10S bent to 52, Wedgeworks 58-06K stock. My 3 wedge setup is SM10 50-12F bent to 48, SM10 58-12D bent to 56. In either case, I use a 64/10 PM Grind. I was playing either a 58-14K or 60-14K bent 2* strong since 2019. I had been using a 50-08F as a pw for about 7 years before 2017. My SM4 lineup was 54-11M, 58-06L and 64-07T. When I played Torrey in 2018, used an SM6 60-12K bent to 57; unfortunately, the hosel broke when I tried to have it bent back to 58 (I keep an SM6 60-12K as a spare and use it with my Dad's clubs). I found out a few years ago I fare better using a 58* wedge for sand. The S grind works better on long bunker shots vs a 52-08F. I can hit long bunker shots. When Titleist changed the M grind to 8* bounce, is when I switched to K grind (it actually works better in both hard and soft sand).

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Gregory W — Tue, 21 May 2024 14:36:39 GMT

Just got my custom SM10 (48/52/56) in yesterday. They look amazing and like the setup a little better than the SM9. Stamping was prefect. Anxious to get out this weekend and see the results

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Lou G — Mon, 06 May 2024 23:02:17 GMT

I'm sticking with what is in my bag. I had enough store credit to get an SM10 58-12D. No intents of changing the SM9 54-10S (sitting at 53*). The Wedgeworks 58-06K complements the 58-12D for hard lies.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Dino S — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 23:06:40 GMT

I usually use my wedges for 2 years and then replace. Hopefully next year they will still have the jet black color. I love the way it looks after some use.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

JESUS D — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 20:02:34 GMT

i needed new wedges this season so i found the SM9 on sale in my loft and bounce preference. i bent them a degree and couldnt be happier. i didnt try to SM10 yet.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

CrazyGolfNut — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 22:58:35 GMT

I need to order some new wedges and am now sure which way to go. I love my SM9's and I am sure the SM10's will also be good. Problem is I can save $$$ if I get the 9's now. Still thinking....

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Mary Beth S. — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:30:59 GMT

I had been playing wedges off the rack for years, then I did a fitting for the SM9's and found out I was playing the wrong bounce and grind on everything. Getting fit and getting the right wedges in my bag helped my short game a ton.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

David W — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 23:16:49 GMT

I did full bag fitting two weeks ago. My irons and wedges have the same Project X 6.0 shaft and the same lie 2° flat

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Mark N — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:56:40 GMT

Just bought my first Vokeys. Got a 54 and a 58 SM9. Looking forward to get out there and play em.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

John W — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 00:56:16 GMT

To me the SM10s look more like a Cleveland wedge than a Vokey. I'm sure they perform great, but it's just the vibe I get from the pictures I've seen.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Corey T — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:49:58 GMT

a fitting is a definite game changer!

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Edward K — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 18:31:00 GMT

I personally like SM9 clean and classic look. Ordered 3 sticks of older model at $450 to save some$. At my skill level, I may not notice that much of difference between the two.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Mike M — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 11:00:40 GMT

Aesthetically the SM9 and 10 look pretty similar to me personally.I'm thinking of changing an old SM7 60 to a new 58 M grind. I do like the lower price point of the SM9.

Fresh new grooves...either way.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

J.C. — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 23:06:43 GMT

I waited for the release of the SM10 and just ended up going with the SM9 to replace my wedges. I saved about $350 and that included custom ferrules and shafts to match my replacement.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

SCochrane — Sat, 10 Feb 2024 16:07:16 GMT

How many of you are getting fit for wedges? Changing lie angles and potentially same shafts as your irons?
I’m 2 degrees flat in irons with KBS Tour 130 X, but have always just swung wedges stock off the shelf, I’m sure this has to be hurting myself somewhere.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Chris92009 — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 23:07:52 GMT

I love the new RAW option for SM10!

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Chuck Zirkle — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 16:45:24 GMT

[quote user="Lou G"]

Christian G said:
Maybe im the outlier here and just dont do well with change but does anyone else find the SM9 more visually appealing than what we have seen of the SM10? Maybe it will just take me some time but im feeling the urge to order up some more SM9s as a lefty who has to custom order my preferred grind/bounces.

“If it ain’t broke don’t fix it”

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Some improvements/additions only help our short game and Mr Vokey is the master in that area.

IMPROVED FLIGHTING & FEEL
Get lower, more attacking flight in a wedge that feels amazingly solid at impact with SM10. A precise "shift in the center of gravity" gives you even more control and stability for greater confidence over every shot.

MAXIMUM SPIN
Every "SM10 groove is cut to the edge to maximize spin". Each Vokey wedge is 100% inspected for utmost quality and performance, and a localized heat treatment is applied to the impact area to double the durability of the grooves.

ULTIMATE SHOT VERSATILITY
Your swing is unique and requires the right tools. Finding your ideal mix of grinds will provide you with flawless contact and maximum versatility so you can be prepared for everything the course demands. With six grinds, including the "new T Grind", SM10 can unlock your ultimate wedge game.

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Lou G — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 07:00:28 GMT

[quote user="Christian G"]

Maybe im the outlier here and just dont do well with change but does anyone else find the SM9 more visually appealing than what we have seen of the SM10? Maybe it will just take me some time but im feeling the urge to order up some more SM9s as a lefty who has to custom order my preferred grind/bounces.

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“If it ain’t broke don’t fix it”

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Joseph H — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 14:55:26 GMT

I think SM10 looks fine. I personally don't care for looks just like to get fresh groves

RE: SM10 vs SM9

Mary Beth S. — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 15:56:35 GMT

I finally updated my 52* SM7 to the SM9, mainly because I was fitted for the SM9's and have the 56* and 60* and wanted to complete the set. The reduction in price also helped. I've gotten great play from the SM9's and don't see a need to upgrade just yet.