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<\/a>Miura's C-Grind wedges are available in lofts of 55, 57 and 59 degrees.<\/p><\/div>\n
Known for meticulous quality across its product line, the Miura family devoted special time and research for its C-Grind wedges. In fact, Katsuhiro and his sons made trips to Europe and North America to study an array of diverse playing conditions and turfgrass elements and how they might impact the Miura wedge. Not only did they want to deliver a high performance wedge in keeping with Miura\u2019s lofty quality standards, but they also wanted a versatile club suitable for \u201ca broad range of conditions.\u201d \u00a0Having played with the wedge extensively in Florida in a variety of course settings, I can attest the C-Grind performs admirably and as promised.<\/p>\n
To an avid golfer\u2019s eye, the Miura wedge is thing of beauty. Addressed against the ball, the wedge sits naturally and is exceptionally-defined with its clean, satin chrome finish. The feel of the club is equally appealing. It\u2019s a by-product of Miura\u2019s steadfast reliance on \u201cmild\u201d steel in all of the forged club-making process. The technical aspects of the process baffle me but as noted in product material the \u201ctechniques rearrange the molecular structure of the mild steel that is uniform throughout the hitting area of the club.\u201d I don\u2019t know how it\u2019s done but the C-Grind delivers the desired conundrum of both softness and strength. Especially with shots around the green, the ball comes off of the face with just the right speed and feel. The forging and 14-step manufacturing process using mild steel must be prime contributors to this pivotal playability asset.<\/p>\n
Out of the sand, the wedge (57 degree) was also a gem, imparting a crisp strike and delivering plenty of spin. But mindful of my golf buddy\u2019s regimen, I limited my sand play with this club in fear of marring it by an errant stone or pebble. Often possessing the \u201chands of clod,\u201d I wanted to save my face and that of the C-Grind.<\/p>\n
In Himeji City, there\u2019s an ancient castle\u2014the largest in Japan\u2014that draws visitors from across the country and around the world. Defended in its day by loyal samurai, the well-preserved castle is officially designated as a \u201cnational treasure.\u201d Having now experienced the craftsmanship and beauty of a Miura wedge, I wouldn\u2019t be surprised if one day Katsuhiro is similarly honored.<\/p>\n
Oh yes, the sticker price? Given its high quality and hand-crafted limited production, the MSRP for the C-Grind wedge is a reasonable $210. Just don\u2019t waste it on practice balls.<\/p>\n
For more information about the complete line of Miura clubs, visit www.miuragolf.com<\/a><\/p>\n Note: Be sure to watch the excellent Miura Tradition Room video and especially \u201cthe feature presentation.\u201d<\/p>\n Special note:\u00a0 Although Japan is still reeling from the devastating earthquake\u00a0and tsunami on March 11, Miura Golf in Himeji City– located in the nation’s southern region– was spared any damage or loss of life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"