For as much focus as golfers give Mizuno for their iron lineups, their wedge game has always been quite strong. That said, they don’t always garner the attention that others do, but the company hopes to change that with their new T22 wedges.
Mizuno T22 Wedges
The T20 was a highly thought of wedge release for Mizuno, one that offered some fun finishes and a decent amount of tech within a sleek forging. But there has seemingly always been a chase for the company in their wedges when it comes to the shape and flow, with the T22 they are once again looking for refinement.
While the T20 was a good performer, visually it just lacked that “smoothness” which many expect from Mizuno. The way the toe sat, the flow into the hosel, the general shaping, these were all things that were good, but perhaps not great to Mizuno’s R&D team. So, what to do? Well, look to the past for inspiration.
Mizuno is looking at the T22 as a blend of the T20’s performance with the lines of potentially the most appealing wedge the company has ever made, the T7. By beveling the top edge, they believe the look is much more traditional in its shaping at setup while they were able to keep the tapered blade styling of the T20 that allowed so much weight manipulation.
So, what you get is a smaller overall footprint and a more compact profile with a classic teardrop shaping that looks like it has a very thin topline because of the way it is beveled. However, you still get the weighting of the T20 which according to Mizuno makes for a more consistent spinning and flatter trajectory.
The Mizuno T22 wedges are Grain Flow Forged using HD Boron and will come in three finishes, Denim Copper and Satin Chrome which will both feature a copper underlayer, and a Tour preferred Raw option. The wedges also showcase Mizuno’s proven laser etched HydroFlow Microgrooves to maximize performance in moisture while the Quad Cut grooves are specifically designed for how each loft is typically utilized.
As is customary for Mizuno, there will be loft options aplenty, especially if you go the custom fit route, and this year the grinds have been bolstered considerably with four specific designs:
S Grind – with minimal sole grind for fuller shots and lower lofts
D Grind – with moderate heel and toe relief, allowing gentle manipulation of the clubface
C Grind – with heavy heel and toe relief for more skilled players and firmer conditions
X Grind – with extreme heel and toe relief for the real short game maestros
Release for the T22 wedges will be October 2021 and will be available in RH and LH (Satin Chrome only) with a price of $159.95 each. For those who cannot wait for information and feedback, several of the THP community members have been sharing their feedback on the new wedges, so be sure to jump into the conversation and share your thoughts while reading theirs!
It’s such a hard choice at 54 between the S and D because of the bounces offered. I kind of wish I had both.
The sole grind thought is an interesting one. I have had the thought that these wedges grab turf more than others. Is that because they are generally lower on bounce, or because of a smooth sole, I honestly can’t say because I can’t think of a measurable way to test. But it’s an interesting thought.
but a smooth flat surface will create more friction. Think race car tires. They use “slicks” with no tread for max traction. Maybe a similar thing is happening.
it is probably a super small difference. And makes almost zero playing difference but, I have felt it.
I’ve been playing the Artisans. Guess I need to pull out the T22’s, which I like a lot, and see what’s happening since it’s kind of soggy outside and we have clay-like soil.
Tell me more….
I have the 60c grind, love the wedge, looks great, feels great and spins great. But I just don’t get a long with it for some reason. The 62 x may get ordered before I make a final decision though.
I miss cross country skiing…
Which one may edge it out for you?
it will be between the cobra MIM versatile and M grind Vokey SM8. They look identical to my eye. Cobra has the lovely scallop but I’ve always gotten along with the Vokey M grind. I do wish the had the denim copper though as they look fantastic!
I might have read through this whole thread last night, pondering the copper wedges.
They’re great they look awesome!
they are spectacular. I am a fan. I just want a smidge more bounce. I am considering buying a 58.8 degree and bending it to 60.10. I think think would be perfect.
My soles went out on Miura, Vokey, Mizuno, Ping Stealth, etc. Use those wedges in any bunker, and they go – these went quicker on the sole but that just means they go raw eventually where they are hit over the years. Raw is great, too. And these have 3% Boron in them, which in my experience in the T20’s, allowed the grooves to last longer than other wedges.
Or…. You could just stay out of bunkers. Lol
Most of it is practicing out of bunkers. I might be there 3X on the course, sometimes less, sometimes more. It is less now after too much during the summer.
I had to learn to relax the arms and use the bounce.
I helped convince the GM of the local muni to take out half their bunkers. They struggled to keep them in good shape due to the drainage issues on course. So instead of fighting a losing battle when they punched the greens this year they piled them into the bunkers and raked them out. Add a little overseed to the plugs that already had the green grass in them and we should have decent grass bunkers come spring
There is that word again. Relax…..
That’s the only way I can pound the bounce into the bunker – feel like the club head passes the hands which end up by my left pants pocket at the end of the swing
Out of the bunker, I’ve got to return all loft at impact, hands even with club head at impact or it’s Shanksville.
Totally agree. It was a couple of swings and this is pretty raw. Still looks good, but people should definitely know that its a raw wedge haha.
Yes, it does. Not as much on the face for me, but the sole, especially in the bunker has a nice raw finish.
As to damp conditions and soil, I went out on Sunday as to the feel of sticking, and to compare against the Artisans. The area drained too quickly and it was just barely damp. So I played around with bare lies….
I dig this club. I’ve never really felt the need to go to X grind if there’s a good C, and I think this is a real good C. I’ve posted a ton of shots with it, from full to 10′, but I had one today that I’ve kind of been dreading.
Tiny backstory. It’s a par 5 that will a real good drive and a pounded UW or a REAL good drive and a pounded long iron I can get to in 2. If you miss long and a little left, which is common enough anyway, but seems to happen more when there’s bunkers guarding the front right, you end up on or in between these 2 big mounds. There’s basically a hole that everything wants to filter to and there’s a drain there too. And then you’re past the pin from a low spot hitting to an elevated hole that runs hard away from you. It sucks. Well, it’s delicate. Happened a little while back when I definitely went long on approach, was on the downslope and had to get it up and barely on, and judge the shot and spin to end near the hole. As follows…
Lovely. Thank you T22. I like that it’s small, opens up well, straighter leading edge that’s a little blunt, etc etc.
So the pin was moved back left about a week ago nearer that collection hole and I ended up in it again. In the low this time. Need to get it up and clear the fringe because even dormant, our fringe is sticky. Mutumbo would love it. It says no a lot. But I need enough spin to stop it fast. Gets just past the hole and it’s going to the far fringe. I will admit that’s happened to me more than once in the past. As follows..
I could have kissed the wedge on that one. And the LS. That was great. I’m not a flop shot guy really. Especially from muck. I’ll open it up, but I prefer smaller swings, lower flights, and more control whenever possible. I prefer that if it’s possible and this worked out real well.
So today I ended up in that damn hole again, but back on the downslope. Realized real quick I’d never been in that position with the pin back there closer to me and the statistically best option was the nuclear option. Had to open it up, put it back, and throw it into the fringe to slow it down, and with enough spin that on the second hop (hopefully) it wouldn’t take off. This is the shot I hate even watching on tv. Because there are 4 non horrible options. You do it pretty well (thank you Jesus), you run it past (whatever, that spot’s tough), it hits the fringe and goes nowhere leaving you with a real slick and sh*tty chip/putt (where’s the anxiety meds?), or you short your landing and come back down for take 2 (f*ck me). I feel pretty good with just about any shot with these wedges though. Even ones that are kind of last on my list. And as follows…
That’s still an annoying nerve-y little puttt, but up and down. Again. That’s 3 for 3 with that club from not high percentage spots. It’s a good club though. I think I’ve said since I first got mine that I feel like they’re precision instruments. They can do some little, and delicate things really well. And I think having faith in what’s in your hands goes a long way too. Anyway, they can just keep on getting me out of that damn spot as much as they like.
Edit: camera angles and especially upright orientation distort and flatten but might be able to tell in the last one that what the slopes are a bit
How lo did it take to get them? Did you do a custom order or stock!
Thanks in advance.
I bought them from a buddy who runs a store here locally. He told me late last week they were coming and I went ahead and "pre-placed" my order if you will. I’m not sure how long it takes directly from Mizuno. Sorry!
No worries. Thanks for the response. Give us an upon how you like them once you get out with them.
im playing the waiting game right now.
Now if the weather would only cooperate so I can get out and try them.
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Look great man! Sucks about the mixup but theD grind is good too. Wishing good weather and tasty wedge shots in your near future man!!
I played the T22 today. Tough approach conditions today with swirling winds but went 5 for 5 on par saves with them greenside including this chip in birdie on 7 (16).
Took the 54/08D and 58/08C with me because I couldn’t see it from the parking area. Went with the 54.
I currently have the MIM’s so we shall see. I don’t see a whole lot of difference looking down at them other than the copper obviously. T22 may feel a little heavier which I don’t hate.
Casualty of what looked to be a nice lie near a hazard, but had secret evil rocks underneath..
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They really are beauties.
Love the excitement on the chip in!!
I didn’t see a lot of difference looking down on the SB and T22’s either. Well except the full face grooves on 58. If I were to squint real hard the Cobras had a touch more offset. The spec sheet say 1mm offset for snakebite but there is not an offset number for T22 that I have found.
Oh I was pumped. I effing had it off the tee. Hit it exactly how I wanted, and the wind turned and I came up just short, so I was pissed. Felt real good to get that birdie I thought I had back. ?
Do the improvements in T22 level the playing field? Usually Mizuno is not known for wedges does this change with T22?
What are most important specs/stats in wedges? Is spin everything assuming consistently hitting all.
I feel like the playing field is determined by someone’s needs – we all have a different playing field. What’s important goes along with that.
Their wedges have been good for a while, despite not being known for it. These are smaller than most, fairly straight across the front, and feel amazing. All the modern wedges I play spin pretty well, so that personally isn’t a top concern of mine. These do spin quite a bit though. For me it’s more how they are through the turf/grinds available, flight control, and versatility or how they fit in my set. Someone else might emphasize different things.
The grind options are a little different with these. Little all/nothing in a couple spots and feels a bit limited. The have a nicely blunt front edge imo, but some options are a little too low bounce for a lot of people. Wish there was some middle ground on a couple.
Great info here appreciate it..
I like them – The Artisans are my #1 wedge set since they were fit to me. But these are close. I am a low bounce guy and have the S, D and C Grind in 50, 54, 58 respectively.
They are an improvement over the T20, which I played. Straighter leading edge, softer feel, better transition from hosel to head, similar (better) durability because of the 3% boron, and the grooves are shaped to ward off the effects of moisture. Only they and Ping ward off moisture to get more consistent spin in damp conditions.
I love the 58 C Grind, very similar to my Artisan, the 54 is slightly different through the turf. Artisan grinds the sole of the leading edge on the 54 and 58 to get it closer to the ground. The Mizuno is a versatile set and excellent out of the bunker. No issues. Get the right shaft for you.
heel and hosel – it’s a small head, must return loft at impact. Hands forward and lag will engage hosel rockets on those partials.
Like I said snakebites are easier to hit for me right now. Why make the game hard.