Titleist Vokey WedgeWorks 2026: New SM11 grinds will dial in your short game

When you talk to wedge whiz Bob Vokey and his first lieutenant, Aaron Dill, the conversation eventually moves past lofts and finishes and settles on one thing: how the sole of the club moves through the ground. For the better player, that interaction can mean the difference between a tap-in par and a double-bogey.

Now, Titleist is leaning into that nuance by bringing six specific WedgeWorks grinds — the L, A, K, A+, V* and 62M — to the SM11 family.

These aren’t just “options”; they are specific solutions to environmental problems found on the PGA Tour. Here’s a closer look at each:

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The Precision Tools: L and A Grinds

L Grind (effective bounce: 4°)

The L is the scalpel of the Vokey lineup. It features a narrow sole designed for the player who isn’t afraid to see the leading edge sitting dead flush against a firm fairway. It offers a touch more “security” than the T Grind by keeping the CG low and the bounce minimal to prevent the club from skipping into the back of the ball on tight lies.

• The Tour Fit: This is for the “shallow” striker who creates a thin divot. It’s a preferred tool for Ludvig Åberg and Billy Horschel, who require that level of precision when the greens get lightning-fast.

A Grind (effective bounce: 4°)

The A Grind is a “cleaner” version of the L. By removing the grind lines (the ribbon) from the sole, Vokey created a wedge that doesn’t “drag” through the turf. It was born from Geoff Ogilvy’s need for a wedge that could handle the concrete-firm “bounce-back” turf of the Australian Sandbelt.

• The Tour Fit: Wyndham Clark leaned on the A Grind’s ability to slide under the ball with zero friction to win his U.S. Open title.

Titleist Vokey SM11 Raw Custom Wedge

A Grind For Every Player
For every player, there’s a set of grinds fit for clean contact. SM11 provides a leading combination of lofts, bounces, and grinds to promote solid contact (between grooves 2-5), predictable performance, and the confidence to take on whatever the shot demands.
Grind Comparison
Consistent CG Location
For a given loft, SM11 features the same CG location in all grinds, resulting in a controlled, consistent launch angle. No matter which sole design fits your swing or course conditions, your launch window is locked in—leaving you free to choose the lofts and grinds that work for you.
A Smarter Way To Spin
The new Vokey Spin System combines an angled face texture, shot-specific groove shapes, and deeper spin milled grooves to deliver the right amount of spin from any lie, in all conditions
 

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The Mid-Bounce Specialists: A+ and K*

A+ Grind (effective bounce: 8°)

The A+ is essentially an M Grind that has been “smoothed out.” On Tour, players like Adam Scott have found the standard M Grind to be a bit too “stiff” or bouncy through the ground. By taking that M shape and removing the ribbon (the distinct grind lines), you get a sole that moves faster and more fluidly through the turf. It sits lower to the ground than a standard M, offering mid-bounce stability without the “clunky” feel.

• The Tour Fit: This is the ultimate “tweener” wedge for the player who needs bounce for bunker play but wants a low-profile look for nipping shots off tight fairways.

K* Grind (effective bounce: 6°)

It is critical to distinguish this from the standard K. While the full K is a “cheat code” out of the sand, it can be difficult to use from a firm fairway. The K* (K-Star) keeps the wide sole for bunker performance but adds a steeper pre-wear on the leading edge. This allows the club to sit lower at address, while the heel, toe, and trailing edge relief allow you to open the face without the leading edge jumping up.

• The Tour Fit: Justin Thomas and Cameron Young carry the K* because it provides high-bounce forgiveness without sacrificing the ability to hit high, soft flops from the short grass.

The “Digger” Solution: V

V Grind (effective bounce: 10°)

The V Grind is the high-bounce specialist for the player with a steeper delivery or those playing in soft, grainy conditions. It features a high initial bounce on square shots to prevent the leading edge from “digging,” but the aggressive relief in the heel and toe means you can still manipulate the face for open-side shots.

• The Tour Fit: World No. 1 amateur Jackson Koivun relies on the 60V for its “insurance” against the big miss in varied collegiate turf conditions.

62M Grind (effective bounce: 8°)

The 62M is a niche but necessary tool. It’s Bob Vokey’s favorite M Grind shape, but with the loft cranked to 62 degrees. It’s designed for “emergency” situations where you have no green to work with and need the ball to go vertical and stop immediately.

Available Loft and Hand Options

All WedgeWorks offerings are finished in Raw, which will rust over time — a preference for players who want to reduce glare and potentially increase friction.

• 58L, 60L (RH/LH)
• 58A, 60A (RH)
• 58K*, 60K* (RH/LH)
• 58A+, 60A+ (RH)
• 58V, 60V (RH/LH)
• 62M (RH)

MSRP: $229 per wedge
Launch Date: March 27

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