GOLF Partner's 2024 1st Quarter Sales Ranking Part 2

Introduction

We recently released a blog introducing the top 5 best selling drivers, hybrids, and fairways across our stores and today, we would like to introduce the top 5 best selling wedges, iron sets, and putters! 

Our golf club rankings are a great way to see what clubs are most popular or to see if the club you have interest in is a suitable option for you. 

All clubs featured on our rankings can be found on our website and if they aren't currently available, check back weekly as our listings are updated daily! 

Now if you don't know about GOLF Partner, here is some background: GOLF Partner has been certified by Guinness World Records TM for ‘the largest number of golf stores’ and ‘the largest number of used golf clubs sold in one year.' By opening more stores, buying more clubs from golf lovers and selling them, we wish to give more people the opportunity to discover the wonder of quality used golf clubs. Our mission is to make golf a more casual sport for everyone to enjoy and a sport that you can enjoy more with your family, friends and your colleagues.

*Our rankings are decided based on the best selling golf clubs in our stores

 

Wedge Ranking:

1. Titleist Vokey Spin Milled SM9 Tour Chrome (same rank compared to the previous year)
2. Titleist Vokey Spin Milled SM8 Tour Chrome (same rank compared to the previous year)
3. Cleveland RTX Zipcore Tour Satin (same rank compared to the previous year)
4. Titleist Vokey Spin Milled SM7 Tour Chrome (ranked up compared to the previous year)
5. Callaway MD5 JAWS Chrome (ranked down compared to the previous year)

Titleist Vokey Spin Milled SM9 Tour Chrome

Even if you don't know who Bob Vokey is, you've definitely heard of Vokey Spin Milled wedges. Vokey's designs have not changed over the years and the classic look still shines in this day and age. Contact with the golf ball creates a lower pitch snap sound and feels relatively similar to the SM8. Although not much different to the SM8, a new cutting process was introduced on the SM9 which maximizes the spin and creates more durability by cutting grooves based on the loft of each club. The center of gravity was also raised to help with forgiveness and lower ball flight. The SM9 is recommended for golfers looking for better control and more forgiveness than what's currently in their bag. 

Titleist Vokey Spin Milled SM8 Tour Chrome
The SM8 is great for approach into the greens from the fairway and also a good choice for pitch shots, bunkers, and shots around the greens. It is very similar to it's bigger brother, the SM9 but more affordable. Like the SM9, the launch is high, spin is hard to beat, and the classic look is always pleasing to look at. Best for golfers looking to gain confidence through consistent performance and those struggling with bunker shots. 

Cleveland RTX Zipcore Tour Satin
A wedge designed for lower handicappers. It has a muscle back design and offers a soft feel with CG being positioned away from the hosel. The core is four times lower density than the steel head it lies within, which frees up 10-15g of weight. This also boosts high-low MOI for more stability and low strikes on the face, providing a bigger sweet spot. Best for golfers who want a straighter leading edge.

 

Titleist Vokey Spin Milled SM7 Tour Chrome
The SM7 further refined the SM6 with lower lofts concentrating weight more in the sole and higher lofts moving it upwards towards the toe in order to position the CG behind the impact point. It provides excellent control, distance, and consistent performance. Just like the SM models ranked higher, the design is timeless. Great for all types of short games. Checks incredibly quick on high and low running spin shots. 

Callaway MD5 JAWS Chrome
Compared to the MD4, the MD5 is not as reflective and new grooves have been added to increase spin on chip and pitch shots. The overall shape when compared to the MD4 has not changed so shape and feel will feel familiar. Thanks to the increased spin control and controlled trajectory, they are great to use around the green. However, the MD5 is not as forgiving when a shot is hit far off the toe. Great for golfers who are familiar with the MD4 and looking for a soft feel, high level of spin, and a wide variety of loft and sole grind options. 

 

Top rated Wedge
As mentioned, the Vokey Spin Milled wedges are top of the line and considered the best in the industry. The SM9 contains more grooves than a conventional wedge which leads to more consistent and higher spin, particularly from grassy lies and wet conditions. The SM9 seems to be a favorite among the golfing community with many customers stating that they will be keeping them in their bag until they wear out. Taking the #1 spot in our wedge category, you can't go wrong with the SM9 in your bag. 

 

Iron Set Ranking:

1. DUNLOP SRIXON ZX5 MK2 (same rank compared to the previous year)
2. DUNLOP SRIXON ZX5 (same rank compared to the previous year)
3. XXIO 2022 (ranked up compared to the previous year)
4. TaylorMade P790 (2021) (ranked up compared to the previous year)
5. XXIO 2020 (ranked up compared to the previous year)

DUNLOP SRIXON ZX5 MK2
From being the new kid on the block to now being on our top 5 ranking list, SRIXON ZX5 MK2 brought advancements with visually pleasing aesthetic and performance. The ZX5 MK2 offers plenty of precision and a progressive groove design with wider grooves (3-7) and deeper grooves on the scoring irons (8-AW). With deeper grooves, golfers are able to hit more consistently thanks to the effectiveness of getting rid of dirt and debris. Great for golfers looking for distance, feel, and forgiveness, while looking great. 

DUNLOP SRIXON ZX5
The little brother to the ZX5 MK2, this is a premium forged iron set that features cavity back construction, medium sole width, and clean address view. It is designed to provide extra distance, premium feel, and to be forgiving. Consistency is seen in strong ball speeds, solid spin, and great launch angles. For irons 3-7, a tungsten insert was placed in the toe to boost MOI, while the face grooves are deeper and narrower for the 8-AW. This would be great for golfers looking for distance and forgiveness. 

XXIO 2022
The XXIO 12 iron set was designed to be inexplicably ultra lightweight. Utilizing flex technologies and exotic materials to promote significant ball speed improvement without the need to increase swing tempo. Hit longer and more accurate shots. These titanium faced irons are equipped with a Rebound Frame that combines rigid and flexible zones for faster ball speed. improve distance and are great for all types of golfers. 

TaylorMade P790 (2021)
Engineered with SpeedFoam Air which increases face flexibility and fast ball speeds. Much lighter than its predecessor and sweet spot has been repositioned to capture more shots. Thanks to its forgiving characteristics, it can boost confidence. The P790 will be most beneficial for golfers who want to hit straighter shots and gain more distance, while not the best for those who struggle to slice or hook long irons. 

XXIO 2020
Hot forged titanium faceplate with integrated sole weight. Intricate composite construction for forgiveness. Two slots were cut behind the titanium face, "Double Undercut Cavity", increases ball speed on low strikes. Thanks to the Weight Plus tech under the grip region of the composite shafts, they feel lighter and are faster to swing. Great for golfers with moderate swing speeds. 

Top rated Iron Set
Dunlop has dominated this ranking (XXIO and SRIXON), but the MK2 stands above the rest. The consistent performance off the club face and respectable distance are great reasons to add them into your bag. It feels extremely responsive and gives immediate feedback. It is the perfect bridge between performance characteristics of game improvement and player irons. The MK2 offers top of the line performance and deserves the top spot in our iron set rankings. 

 

Putter Ranking:

1. Scotty Cameron Special Select Newport 2 (same rank compared to the previous year)
2. TaylorMade Spider GT Black TM2 (ranked up compared to the previous year)
3. TaylorMade TP Collection Hydro Blast JUNO TB1 (ranked up compared to the previous year)
4. TaylorMade TP Collection Hydro Blast JUNO TB1.5 (ranked up compared to the previous year)
5. TaylorMade Spider GT Black TM1 (ranked down compared to the previous year)

Scotty Cameron Special Select Newport 2
A big name when it comes to Putters, is Scotty Cameron. The Special Select Newport 2 has a timeless design that has a great weight and feel. Putting strokes are more consistent thanks to it's feel and playability. The feel of the ball coming off the face has the right amount of bounce and the weight is just right. The putting lines marked in the center of the clubface aid in lining up the ball. Great for golfers looking for a premium feel putter, however, it is not as forgiving. 

TaylorMade Spider GT Black TM2
Upgraded with a modern wing design that has sharp angular features and perimeter weighting for forgiveness and roll. The first Spider to feature open frame multi-material design, resulting in extremely stable off center strikes. Pure Roll, the latest evolution of TaylorMade face inserts, produce a consistent roll. This would be best for golfers looking to upgrade their putter and a putter that is easy to address, forgiving, and good looking. 

TaylorMade TP Collection Hydro Blast JUNO TB1
The "Hydroblast manufacturing method", created a clean appearance, traditional shape, and comfortable hitting sensation while providing luxurious feel. This method uses high pressure water to finish the surface which achieves durability and smooth gloss. The new hosel design enhances ball straightness by reducing face twisting during mis-hits. The face insert is made of composite material which provides a soft hitting sensation while still feeling the ball. Best for golfers who want to capture the ball on shaft's extension line. 

TaylorMade TP Collection Hydro Blast JUNO TB1.5
Just like the TB1, the same manufacturing process was used to create the clean traditional shape with comfortable and luxurious feel. It features a less open/closed face than the TB1 and the heel hosel creates confidence when putting. By shaving weight from the center of the hosel and distributing the weight, the stability of the putter face at impact has been enhanced. An upgrade from the TB1 but with a higher cost. 

TaylorMade Spider GT Black TM1
The younger brother to the TM2 and as you can see, the design does not differ. Just like the TM2, the putter's weight has been pushed to the perimeter for extreme stability on off-center strikes. The face inserts crafted from TPU urethane material product consistent roll. Great for golfers who want the TM2 but at a more affordable price. 

Top rated Putter:
The classic look and timeless design of a Scotty Cameron putter are still relevant in this day and age. Although there isn't much technology implemented into the Special Select Newport 2, the premium feel and weight of the putter feels balanced and performs well. While there are many options available, many turn to Scotty Cameron as a functional and premium collector's item that looks good in the bag. As the #1 ranked putter for this quarter, you can't go wrong with the performance and looks the Special Select Newport 2 bring. 

Conclusion

While the above list not absolute, it portrays a popular opinion towards what the best clubs in each category may be. We encourage golfers to pick what's best or them, but this ranking list is a great place to start on your pursuit of finding the perfect club for your playing style.