Leading Edge

The sharp, front bottom edge of a golf club head that makes first contact with the ball during impact, particularly important for iron clubs and wedges. Leading edge design affects ball contact quality, turf interaction, and shot versatility around greens. Sharp leading edges help with clean ball contact and precise shot-making, while rounded edges provide more forgiveness and better turf interaction. Understanding leading edge characteristics helps golfers choose appropriate clubs for different course conditions and shot requirements. Modern club design carefully optimizes leading edge geometry for various playing situations.