Staff WriterIf golf has a dress code, the Vokey SM10 Black Vapor Wedges just turned up in a tux. Titleist has taken its tour-dominating SM10 lineup and wrapped it in a limited-edition Titanium Carbide Vapor finish—delivering a wedge that looks every bit as serious as it plays.
And for golfers who care about spin, control, and legacy, this latest release might just be more than smoke and mirrors.
Available for pre-sale from June 26 and in golf shops from July 24, the Vokey SM10 Black Vapor Wedges are priced at £209 a piece.
That’s no small chunk of change, but for what’s arguably the most trusted name in short-game tools, it’s an investment in performance and pedigree.
The Hype: What Titleist Says
Let’s run the résumé. These wedges feature:
- A smudge-resistant Black Vapor finish (via PVD and FPP coatings)
- 27 loft, bounce, and grind combinations (plus 14 available in stock)
- Dynamic Gold Onyx shaft and a custom Golf Pride Z-Grip Cord (black and silver)
- Progressive CG placement for consistent distance and flight
- Spin Milled TX9 grooves, tuned by loft for maximum bite
- Personalisation galore through WedgeWorks customisation
As Bob Vokey himself puts it: “A player has to love their wedge when they look down at it, and finish plays a key role. Having confidence in your wedge at address is hugely important.”
Hard to argue with the man.
Spin, Handling, and Replay Value: Does It Deliver?
First things first—spin. Titleist’s groove tech is nothing new, but it’s refined here with grooves milled specifically by loft and finish. That’s not marketing puff—it’s real engineering.
Lower-lofted wedges feature narrow, deep grooves for full shots, while the higher-lofted ones (think 56–62°) go wider and shallower for those soft flops and partial zippers.
A micro-texture between grooves helps on delicate shots around the green, and a heat-treated impact area doubles groove life. On paper—and in hand—these grooves grip like Velcro.
Handling? Traditionalists will love the weighty feel of the Dynamic Gold Onyx shaft.
It’s not buttery-soft, but it’s stable—ideal for players who favour feedback over forgiveness. And the grip? Grippy as a rules official in a playoff.
What about the Black Vapor finish? It looks tremendous at address. It’s clean, confident, and actually helps frame the ball without glare.
But let’s be honest: any black wedge, no matter how high-tech, will show wear eventually. Smudge resistance? Yes. Sand-resistance? We’ll see. Still, it’s a minor price to pay for the stealth aesthetic.
As for replay value—the moment you open your bag and see that all-black profile, you’ll feel like you’ve made the cut at Riviera. And for many golfers, that boost in confidence is worth the cost alone.
The Fit: Who’s It For?
This isn’t a one-size-fits-all release. The real genius lies in the 27 combinations of loft, bounce and grind, including new 58.06K and 60.06K models.
Whether you’re sweeping, digging, or living in the bunker, there’s a grind for you. The Vokey Wedge Selector tool online is a good starting point, but Titleist wisely recommends getting fit by a pro.
If you want clean strikes, consistent yardages, and that extra bit of zip on the hop-and-stop, these will deliver. But they demand some skill in return.
Beginners may find more forgiveness in a cavity-back wedge, and at £209 each, these aren’t ideal for players who tend to leave clubs behind on the range.
Customisation and Craftsmanship
WedgeWorks is where the nerdy joy kicks in: toe engravings, paint fill, stamping—name it.
Want your kids’ initials on the toe and your dog’s birthday stamped in freestyle script? Done. It’s luxury, but with function baked in.
Final Verdict
The Vokey SM10 Black Vapor Wedges are for golfers who care about tradition but aren’t afraid of a little innovation wrapped in blacked-out swagger.
They’re not game-changers—they’re game-honers. If you’ve already trusted a Vokey wedge to save you from a triple bogey, this one might shave it to a par.
Buy it if:
- You want Tour-level spin and control
- You’ve got a soft spot for stealthy, limited-edition gear
- You believe confidence at address begins with what you see
Skip it if:
- You’re new to wedge play and need forgiveness
- You blanch at the idea of paying over £200 per club
- You plan to toss it in the trunk without a headcover
In the end, the Vokey SM10 Black Vapor Wedges aren’t for everyone—but for the right player, they might just be the best wedge Titleist has ever made.
