Cost: AUD $329.99 | NZD $399.99
Tested through: Callum Mountain, Golf Australia Digital Editor
FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Callaway’s blocks have actually consistently possessed a unique touch to all of them. This, as well as the truth that they are actually regularly a sensational item, is actually frequently why they attract attention coming from the group.
I recollect that the Mack Father 4 blocks included the groove-in-groove modern technology, which was actually a trademark style for opening the skin as well as making it possible for the round to truly rotate.
The Oral cavity blocks were actually improved that. The MD5 model of the block flaunted the “very most threatening canal to day”. The twist as well as command that you possessed along with these were actually best, still some of my much-loved items coming from Callaway of perpetuity.
The Piece SP present a Twist Generation Skin Modern Technology. Which, for the golf nightclub, heartbreaking methods blending 3 collaborating aspects intended for supplying even more constant twist as well as command. For the commoner, it implies these factors will definitely improve the credibility of their forerunners as well as give superior twist as well as command via superior specialist improvements.
Opus features a traditional teardrop profile with a slightly higher toe, a rounded leading edge, and a subtle offset. At address, it inspires confidence without looking bulky. The Black Shadow finish reduces glare and frames the ball neatly, while the Brushed Chrome gives a classic, premium look. Balance in hand is excellent – the head feels substantial without being heavy, a reflection of the
Tour-driven weighting.
Impact feel is solid and responsive. Centre strikes sound clean and penetrate well, while even slight mis-hits retain useful feedback. The Spin Gen face treatment gives the visual impression of extra roughness across the hitting area, which hints at its performance brief: more friction, more control.
HOW IT PERFORMED: The Piece sits firmly in the low-launch, high-spin category. Full swings produced consistent spin numbers across clean and slightly imperfect lies. The Spin Gen technology kept the spin steady, even from damp grass; you could still hit predominantly to a number and back, given that your ball would come to a halt. That also meant shots launched flatter, climbed late, and descended with the control you want around the greens.
The new and improved face delivered consistent spin and controlled trajectory on chips, pitches, and delicate approach shots. Even partial swings produced reliable bite, allowing this often-unreliable ball-striker to feel some confidence in flighting the ball into tighter pin locations. In bunker situations, the refined sole geometry and multiple grind options ensured smooth interaction with turf and sand. Shots from soft sand launched easily without digging excessively, while tighter lies still allowed precise ball-first contact. Across a variety of lies, the wedges combined predictable distance, reliable spin, and strong feel, making them versatile tools for scoring around the greens.
CALLAWAY SAYS: Opus wedges combine Tour-preferred shaping with a higher centre of gravity for increased spin and precision.
The Spin Pocket™ is a re-engineered two-piece head that redistributes mass to optimise CG placement. By shifting weight higher, it promotes a lower, more penetrating launch – resulting in more spin and control, particularly when flighting shots or attacking tight pins.
The new Spin Gen 2.0 Face is the most advanced in Opus history. A 17° groove angle with tighter pitch spacing increases groove edge contact for more consistent spin from various lies. Combined with a deeper cross-hatch laser pattern, it enhances friction for greater bite and stopping power on all approach shots.
Opus SP also includes Callaway’s Tour-validated Shape 6 account, providing a clean look at address along with precise cutting edge shaping as well as refined sole geometry. Shape 6 is the final iteration of the Opus prototype shaping phase, approved by Tour players and major champions.
Progressive shaping in the gap wedges ensures seamless blending with modern iron sets. The Opus SP has already recorded the best initial Tour conversion for a Callaway wedge, with 32 in play at the Scottish Open. Players including Xander Schauffele, Jon Rahm, Min Woo Lee, Akshay Bhatia, Nicolai Hojgaard and Rasmus Hojgaard have all put them in play. Five grind options are offered – S, T, C, W, and the returning X Grind.
“We know the best players in the world are chasing spin and control, and with Opus SP we’ve delivered it in a completely new way,” said Zack Oakley, Sr. Manager of Product & Category Management at Callaway. “Our new Spin Pocket strategically removes weight low and places more weight high, raising the CG to generate more spin with a controlled, consistent flight – giving players total peace of mind around the green.
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