FOR golfers who live and die by their scoring clubs, a wedge is a precision tool. Callaway’s new Opus SP wedges promise more spin, more control and more versatility than any Opus before them. After putting them through their paces, here’s what stood out.
Looks and Shape
The Opus SP immediately impresses at address. The head has a thin topline and a tour-validated profile that’s compact without feeling intimidating. Callaway calls it Shape 6 — the sixth and final iteration of its prototype shaping, tested and approved by Tour players and major champions.
Add to that the beautiful finishes — a classic tour chrome and a sleek black option — and you have a wedge that looks every bit as premium as it feels. I loved the little-to-zero offset, which lets the club sit cleanly behind the ball for a square, confident look. It’s the kind of wedge that makes you want to hit shots before you’ve even swung it.
Sole & Bounce Options
Callaway offers six bounce/sole grinds in the Opus SP. Whether a ‘digger’ or a ‘sweeper’, playing firm links or lush parkland, there’s a sole that matches each swing and conditions. I loved the turf interaction with all six options. The club slides through the turf rather than digging, making it easy to control distance and contact.
New Technology Under the Hood
The Opus SP isn’t just a pretty face — there’s genuine innovation baked in.
SPIN POCKET™ Construction
This re-engineered two-piece head strategically reshapes mass to optimise the centre of gravity. By redistributing weight higher in the head, the CG moves up, promoting a lower, more penetrating launch. The result? More spin and enhanced control, especially when wanting to flight shots down or attack tight pins.
NEW SPIN GEN 2.0 Face
Callaway’s most advanced face in Opus history features a new 17° groove angle with tighter pitch spacing. That delivers more groove edge contact for consistent spin across all types of lies. Combine that with a deeper cross-hatch laser pattern and you get extra friction and stopping power on every approach shot.
Shape 6 – Tour-Validated Profile
Trusted by Tour players for its clean, confident look, Shape 6 also introduces progressive shaping in the gap wedges. This helps the wedges blend more seamlessly with modern iron sets, creating a more cohesive look and feel from top to bottom of the bag.
Performance on the Course
From the first few swings, it’s clear the Opus SP delivers on its promise.
Spin and Control. The Spin Pocket and Spin Gen 2.0 grooves combine for huge stopping power, particularly on approach shots. Balls zip, check and stop right where you intend.
Flight Manipulation: Thanks to the higher CG and refined sole, it’s easy to hit the ball higher or lower as the situation calls for it. Knock-down pitches, towering lobs — the wedge responds smoothly either way.
Confidence at Address: The thin topline, minimal offset and premium finish give a tour-level look that inspires confidence. Turf Interaction: Across all six bounce options, the leading edge and sole geometry help the club glide through turf and sand. Even when opening the face, the wedge maintains consistent contact and spin.
Verdict
The Callaway Opus SP wedges blend tour-validated shaping, beautiful finishes and cutting-edge technology to produce a wedge that feels both refined and powerful. They sit beautifully behind the ball, inspire confidence at address, and give you the tools to execute whatever shot you see in your mind. I love the fact that when you want to address the ball with more or less loft, the appeal isn’t lost, and the shape of the wedge looks great. The sole options mean you can find a solution that fits your personal needs. For golfers serious about their short game, the Opus SP isn’t just an incremental upgrade; a wedge that can help you attack flags and control scoring shots with new precision. It’s a tour-inspired wedge that can be fit to almost any player.
If you’re ready to take your short game to the next level, the Opus SP deserves a long, hard look.
Michael Cooney is a teaching professional at the PGA Centre for Learning and Performance at the Sandhurst Golf Club in Melbourne and is always on the hunt for the latest and greatest in golf products.
