Today, TaylorMade has officially launched its Milled Grind 5 (MG5) wedge family, which the company is calling a major leap forward in short-game technology.

We saw the TaylorMade Proto wedge design on tour, followed by MG5 heads, so it’s not surprising to hear TaylorMade emphasizing MG5 wedges were designed with input from tour professionals. Per a press release, the MG5 line is built to deliver forged feel, enhanced spin, and offers a wide array of grind options to suit any swing or playing condition, leveraging hallmark TaylorMade technology as well as new innovations. 

“Inspired by some feedback from Collin Morikawa, we set out to make the best feeling wedge TaylorMade has ever created. The best players will tell you having great feel around the greens is critical to having confidence in your short game…and to have the best feeling wedge, it needs to be forged.” – Matt Bovee, Director of Product Creation – Iron and Wedge

A word on tour adoption: Per TaylorMade, 16 players had MG5 wedges in the bag at last week’s Wyndham Championship. Players with an MG5 wedge in the bag currently include Collin Morikawa, Ben Griffin, and Tommy Fleetwood.

TaylorMade MG5 wedges: What’s new

Fully forged for premium feel

• First MG wedge ever to be fully forged from soft carbon steel
• Produces exceptional feel and feedback on short shots
• Forging process ensures consistency in shape, weight, and performance

New saw-milled grooves

• More aggressive, sharper grooves created via saw-milling
• Pushes groove geometry closer to the USGA’s legal limit
• Produces more spin than previous MG generations

Designed for spin retention in wet conditions

• Raw face finish plus Spin Tread Technology redirects water
• Acts like all-weather tires (maintains spin and control in the rain)
• Retains 13-percent more spin in wet conditions vs. MG4

Additionally, TaylorMade highlights the MG5’s refined leading-edge curvature and updated top-line blend, which were inspired by Collin Morikawa’s feedback.

MG5 wedge grinds

MG5 features six tour-inspired grinds designed by TaylorMade wedge craftsman Greg Cesario. Each caters to different swing types and turf conditions:

“The MG5 lineup represents the closest thing to the perfect array of grinds… I’ve seen in over 45 years.” — Greg Cesario, TaylorMade Wedge Master Craftsman

Standard Bounce Grinds

SB grind (standard bounce)

• Full sole with trailing edge relief
• Great for all swing types and turf conditions

SC grind (mid-bounce)

• Popular among club pros
• Heel, toe & trailing edge relief for greenside versatility

SX grind (new)

• Widest sole and curved shape
• Designed for stability in bunkers and rough

Specialized Grinds

HB grind (high bounce)

• Best for steep swings or soft turf
• Forgiving with quick turf exit

LB grind (low bounce)

• For shallow swings and tight lies
• Modified C-grind helps prevent digging

TW grind (Tiger Woods inspired)

• Updated to Tiger’s latest specs
• More camber and leading-edge blend for enhanced performance

Customization options

MyMG5 program

Golfers can: Customize up to 12 characters in 5 layout styles. Choose from 15 paint fill colors. Select from over 50 logos, 5 grip colors.

4 wedge finishes

• Tour Raw
• Aged Copper
• Chrome
• Charcoal

Multiple shaft options

College logo program

MG5 wedges are available with logos from 18 major universities, including Alabama, Clemson, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Texas, Oregon, Ohio State, and more.

Pricing, specs, availability

Preorder: August 7 at TaylorMadeGolf.com

In stores: September 4

Price:

• Standard MG5 wedges – $199.99
• MG5 TW Grind – $219.99

Finishes: Satin Chrome, Charcoal

Stock shafts:

• Steel: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue 115g (wedge flex)
• Graphite: Recoil DART 80g (wedge flex)

Stock grip: Golf Pride Z-Grip Plus 2