Sand Wedge

A specialized high-lofted wedge designed specifically for playing shots from sand bunkers, typically featuring 54-58 degrees of loft and a wide, rounded sole with significant bounce angle. Sand wedges incorporate design elements that help the club glide through sand rather than digging in, including wide soles and specific bounce angles. The sand wedge was invented by Gene Sarazen in the 1930s and revolutionized bunker play technique. Modern sand wedges often feature various sole grinds and bounce options to accommodate different swing types, course conditions, and sand textures found in bunkers.