Callaway Opus Wedges - 2024 Forum Review

[60_SecondJes]

Is this real, is there even a chance I get to try these sticks?

[Irish-Assassin]

@60_SecondJes

I’m waiting to see what the testers say about the wedges they are testing, then if good things are mentioned I will do a search for callaway fitters in the area, then hit a local course that carries callaway with a driving facility and chipping area. 
I have Mizuno 24s right now but remember back in the day callaway wedges had some awesome stopping power. 

[TheOther1]

Congrats to the testers!  Looking forward to the reviews.

[UglyBird]

Congrats to the winners! We look forward to your findings.

[Chas c]

Posted my intro! Can't wait to get these bad boys and see what the Opus wedges are all about

[CraigY]

Congrats to the testers! I am very interested to hear what everyone has to say about the Opus Wedges. I have two sitting in my cart online. I’ve played Vokey wedges for the last 7+ years, because I really like the grind on those wedges. The ones I currently play are getting worn out, so I would love to hear what golfers say about the feel, grind, different types of shots you’re able to hit!

[GolfSpy_SHARK]

Intro is up folks! Looking forward to this test, I went to PGASS today and they only had a single 60* platinum OPUS to swing and a single shaft. So was not able to do a fitting which I am glad I did not set something up to test because there would have been nothing to get fit into!

[bama no 1]

18 minutes ago, GolfSpy_SHARK said:

Intro is up folks! Looking forward to this test, I went to PGASS today and they only had a single 60* platinum OPUS to swing and a single shaft. So was not able to do a fitting which I am glad I did not set something up to test because there would have been nothing to get fit into!

well that stinks.

[GolfSpy_BOS]

On 8/20/2024 at 3:21 AM, GolfSpy_SHARK said:

GolfSpy_Shark – Callaway OPUS Wedges (2024)

Introduction to The Shark:

For anyone that does not know me my name is Mark Lacasse, father of 2 children, a pup named Winston (name comes from the show New Girl), and husband to my wife of 7 years who puts up with my golf addiction, which of late has not been satisfied (only 5 rounds this year so far unfortunately) but God willing I will be ramping up coming into the most beautiful part of the season here in Massachusetts. The “Shark” reference comes from nieces and nephews calling me Uncle Shark.

I have been a part of MGS for a few years and have discussed a broad range of topics with so many folks here. Several I have met and others I look forward to meeting. Luckily had the chance end of 2023 to become a part of the moderator team which is truly enjoyable even though it has been hampered the past few months with work obligations.

@GolfSpy BOS and myself (I am not the short one)

My golf game I cannot complain about right now. The times I have been out I have my woes but with substantial time off I do not see a major setback in scoring, just a little more inconsistent from time to time. If I had to summarize my game as whole, I would say I rely heavily on feel during a round and tempo. I am not someone that goes to a range a lot, I prefer working on my game on course rather than smashing a bucket of balls. When I am on course I get out of sorts when my backswing is sped up and with that I tend to get very hosely on strikes, luckily the past few years that has been few and far between because I have learned to catch myself doing it and I can break the cycle.

For a long time my game was heavily reliant on being long off the tee, scrambling to the green (especially around the green) and then hopefully draining a putt. Now I am a little shorter off the tee, far better on approach shots and when I get close to the green am pretty consistent on hitting good wedge shots close and not 3 putting.

As far as my bag, I am a pretty committed person and do not like to change to much to often. I have not changed a single club in my bag this year. My current setup is in my signature and for these wedges to take a spot as my gamers there is going to need to be a few specific things they do.

The Callaway OPUS platinum wedges intrigued me because my golf journey started a long time ago but I did not get really serious until 2018. I was fitted a few around then in 2019 for Cleveland CBX2 wedges, I had a much steeper swing at that time so the intent with those was to counteract that chunky wedge. Fast forward to 2020 I made some substantial swing changes especially in my short game, with that the CBX just were not a fit and I graduated to Vokey SM7 which are still currently my gamers. They stood the test of time and I really elevated my wedge game during that time to now where I am extremely confident with a wedge in my hand.

I have been in the market this year but just really was not sure if I wanted a change. I enjoy using my wedges for a full range of shots but my 48* and 52* are weapons for a large range of yardages and I can play several types of shots with either but I have noticed I am definitely losing some spin into the green especially on shots I would expect to see a little zip on the ball with a bounce and check. This is where I am hoping the Opus Platinum wedges shine.

Pre-Test Thoughts:

I have said it before I will say it again, I am not a data junky, but I know when I hit a ball well, when I do not and with my swing I know what my general shop shape should be. With that said here is my testing plan for these wedges:

1) Lots of practice at the practice green. Like I said before I do not love the range, but the practice green is another story. I love hitting wedges and putting if I have the time. I can hit full shots with wedges I know that, it’s the touch shots that these wedges need to stand out on. Can I consistently get into a designated area from 30 yards and in (ideally I would like to see myself putting the ball to 10’ consistently). I will test this out by just designating an area on practice greens and seeing if I can get that check and stop shot.

2) Am I seeing an improvement on proximity to the hole from 90 yards and in with these wedges. I have seen my ball rolling out a little bit more then I am used to this year so on those shots 90 and in I am not able to snag those 1 putt birdie or par saves. I will accomplish this by tracking hole by hole when I play what my general distance is from the hole when I actually hit these wedges. This will be from all yardages.

I will have more as we continue on with this test but for now these are the key items for me. With that I cannot wait to get these in hand and get some rounds in with some easy knock in birdies!

I don’t know man… I may not be the tall one in the photo, but I’m not the one wearing crocs in a public setting either.

[sirchunksalot]

Great introductions everyone! I'm excited to see how the Opus wedges work for you, I'm looking to replace my set next season and this is a wedge that's high on my list. 

[Chas c]

Went and got "fit" today! I had a somewhat similar experience as @GolfSpy_SHARK at the PGATSS, but at least they had more than one wedge!  I am super excited to get this test rolling, the fitting showed a lot of promise. I ended up picking the 50 and 56 degree wedges to match my current set, as the Opus wedges look to be a solid 10-15 yards further for me on a solid hit which was pretty surprising. The spin numbers looked great as well, with a yard or less of rollout on well struck shots.

[GolfSpy_BOS]

Alright testers, orders have been submitted to our guy at Callaway and I got this in reply:

"Thanks, I'll get these orders in today!"

New wedges coming soon to a doorstep near you!

 

[injectedcutty]

Awesome knowing we're a step closer to testing these wedges! I have some friends that are curious.

As for specs I have the following on the way:

Opus in brushed chrome for both wedges.

54° with 12° of bounce in S grind, and 58° with 8° of bounce in their C grind. Going through all the online fitting tools these will be the most versatile for me to test compared to my current setup and how my swing is. 

Again.....this opportunity is amazing, I'm really excited to get these wedges and get testing!!!!

[injectedcutty]

Awesome knowing we're a step closer to testing these wedges! I have some friends that are curious.

As for specs I have the following on the way:

Opus in brushed chrome for both wedges.

54° with 12° of bounce in S grind, and 58° with 8° of bounce in their C grind. Going through all the online fitting tools these will be the most versatile for me to test compared to my current setup and how my swing is. 

Here are some pics of my current wedges. Titleist AP2 Gap wedge in 50°, and forged Cleveland 588 56° with 14° of bounce. Both still do their jobs, so it will help with comparison testing to some degree.

Again.....this opportunity is amazing, I'm really excited to get these wedges and get testing!!!!

[Chux13]

Already fired up to get them in!! I wanted to start getting some baseline data on the wedges I have now, but the weather decided to rain on my parade quite literally. I was only able to get a few 40 yard shots in there with my current gamer 52 and 56 Juggernaut wedges.

The numbers posted are the averages of 5 shots for each club with few outliers removed (felt a bit chunky today :D). Would have loved to collect more but as I mentioned, dang weather decided to kick in. Lots more to come, spies! Stay tuned!

Edited August 28 by Chux13
Mention of outlier data removal.

[bama no 1]

9 hours ago, injectedcutty said:

Awesome knowing we're a step closer to testing these wedges! I have some friends that are curious.

As for specs I have the following on the way:

Opus in brushed chrome for both wedges.

54° with 12° of bounce in S grind, and 58° with 8° of bounce in their C grind. Going through all the online fitting tools these will be the most versatile for me to test compared to my current setup and how my swing is. 

Here are some pics of my current wedges. Titleist AP2 Gap wedge in 50°, and forged Cleveland 588 56° with 14° of bounce. Both still do their jobs, so it will help with comparison testing to some degree.

Again.....this opportunity is amazing, I'm really excited to get these wedges and get testing!!!!

would love to know your secret on how you keep those wedges clean looking.

[injectedcutty]

7 hours ago, bama no 1 said:

would love to know your secret on how you keep those wedges clean looking.

I'm real picky about my clubs. I clean them constantly when playing. Even if I take a practice swing and get crud on the face I'll clean it off before hitting.

[GolfSpy_SHARK]

Alright people! Really excited to get this test rolling.

for now wanted to talk about my current setup and what I chose to go for in the Callaway. Currently gaming SM7s 52F and 60D. Going to the Calloway’s there is a few changes  I am going to make, which are going to a 54 instead of 52 but that grind is virtually the same which is good, that 54 will be an all around performer. For the 60 I am sticking with that loft but the grinds are very different going from a high bounce to low bounce.
 

Below are a few snaps of my gamers and referencing between the grinds I went with:

[Vernest]

Thise are interesting grinds I hope they work great for you

[bama no 1]

On 8/28/2024 at 12:50 PM, injectedcutty said:

I'm real picky about my clubs. I clean them constantly when playing. Even if I take a practice swing and get crud on the face I'll clean it off before hitting.

i clean mine after each round and between shots but still have wear marks on the face.

[Thomas Crosse]

I got fit for a set of opus wedges the other day at my local club on a Callaway fitting great experience would definitely recommend it to anyone thinking about purchasing new wedges. One club was a 60* going 80 yards and with a bit less bounce it went 100

[GolfSpy_SHARK]

3 hours ago, Thomas Crosse said:

I got fit for a set of opus wedges the other day at my local club on a Callaway fitting great experience would definitely recommend it to anyone thinking about purchasing new wedges. One club was a 60* going 80 yards and with a bit less bounce it went 100

Nice! What was great about the fitting?

 

[Josh Parker]

On 8/23/2024 at 5:51 PM, GolfSpy BOS said:

I don’t know man… I may not be the tall one in the photo, but I’m not the one wearing crocs in a public setting either.

Haha, hey now..... sometimes crocs are necessary.  

[Shrek74]

6 hours ago, Josh Parker said:

Haha, hey now..... sometimes crocs are necessary.  

Nope, Crocs are never necessary. Ever. 

[Josh Parker]

22 minutes ago, Shrek74 said:

Nope, Crocs are never necessary. Ever. 

Ha. Sure they are. Down at the lake, lawn work, house chores. 

[Shrek74]

32 minutes ago, Josh Parker said:

Ha. Sure they are. Down at the lake, lawn work, house chores. 

For kids, sure.

Lake = flip flops. Lawn work = shoes. House chores = house slippers or tennis shoes.

Crocs = being made fun of by anyone and everyone.  Just saying.

Edited August 30 by Shrek74

[Josh Parker]

14 minutes ago, Shrek74 said:

For kids, sure.

Lake = flip flops. Lawn work = shoes. House chores = house slippers or tennis shoes.

Crocs = being made fun of by anyone and everyone.  Just saying.

Good thing I have thick skin then. Haha. 

[GolfSpy_KFT]

1 hour ago, Josh Parker said:

Ha. Sure they are. Down at the lake, lawn work, house chores. 

Love my crocs. ALWAYS made fun of my friends for wearing them...till I owned a pair. Most versatile footwear for daily tasks I own.

[Josh Parker]

1 hour ago, GolfSpy_KFT said:

Love my crocs. ALWAYS made fun of my friends for wearing them...till I owned a pair. Most versatile footwear for daily tasks I own.

@Shrek74 see..... you are missing out!  

 

[GolfSpy_SHARK]

4 hours ago, Josh Parker said:

Ha. Sure they are. Down at the lake, lawn work, house chores. 

That picture is literally next to our camper, if you aren’t crocking it camping the. I don’t want to know ya

3 hours ago, Shrek74 said:

For kids, sure.

Lake = flip flops. Lawn work = shoes. House chores = house slippers or tennis shoes.

Crocs = being made fun of by anyone and everyone.  Just saying.

flip flops are things for your toes, I don’t need floss between my toes