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Posted: November 5, 2010
Do you ever wonder what inspires Master Craftsman Bob Vokey while behind the wheel working on the perfect grind for his next wedge? After sticking a shot close with your trusty Vokey wedge, do you ponder how all of the elements of club design worked in perfect harmony with your swing? Do you want to know how “The Voke” comes up with his masterpieces? Well, we’ve got some great news for you… The one and only Bob Vokey will be answering questions during a live webcast on Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 6 p.m. EST (3 p.m. PST), with our friends over at GolfWRX. (Click here to go to GolfWRX for more details.) And before “The Voke” goes live, we are giving members of Vokey Nation and Team Titleist the chance to have their questions answered first. Next week, we’ll be stopping by WedgeWorks, our high performance custom shop in Carlsbad, Calif., for a little fireside chat (minus the fire) with Bob, made up entirely of your questions and his answers. He won’t be able to answer them all, so make sure your question is a good one – Bob is going to handpick the ones he answers. And by the way, if your question is picked, you’ll also receive a special gift from Bob and the Vokey Wedges Team. (Hint: You can wear it on your head.) Simply post your question in the comments section below we’ll take care of the rest.*
*Please note: The Voke has finished reading all of your questions and has chosen the ones he is going to answer. He thanks everyone for the overwhelming response and looks forward to answering more of your questions in the near future. Stay tuned for Bob's answers later this week right here on Team Titleist!
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With as much technology as there is in wedges these days, much of which you have provided, is there still a good deal of room to improve and make wedges even better? If so, in what ways? Better grooves? Innovative head shape? Thank you!
Mike T wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:13PM
Mr. Vokey
Have you considered providing a reconditioning services for us that refuse to give up our older Vokey Wedges? I currently own a custom grind and (its the only club that has NOT needed a spanking), but it could use some cosmetic restoration. Your thoughts.
Thank You
Richard H wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:26PM
Mr Vokey,
Thank you for the great wedges you continue to produce year after year. In your experience what is the most beneficial metal to use when crafting wedges and are you experimenting with any new metals for future designs?
Tony M wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:40PM
Hi Bob,
Thanks for the opportunity. My question is, could you pinpoint one particularly great lesson, about life or golf, that you have gained from working with the best players in the world?
Thanks again and Best Regards to you and yours,
Jason
Brooklyn, NY
PS - my new Vokey wedge was just delivered today - I am very excited to get out on the course and run it through its paces! Thank you Bob - you and your team rock!
JPHB wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:46PM
What do you recomend for shaft flex in wedges. For example if I have the 5.5 rifle in my irons would you suggest a 5.0 or to match the irons at 5.5.
David B wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:50PM
First off i love your wedeges, they are all around supierior then any other company. My question, would you make a full set of irons vokey style? Those would be quite an awesome set of clubs.
Quinn D wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:50PM
hi mr. vokey.a while back i bought a oil can finish sm58.d8 wedge off a ebayer.well when i recieved it ,all the finish was gone,looking kinda rusty.im wondering if your shop refinishes clubs and regrooves them?kinda something like the cameron shop does with putters?if not whats my best option for a make over?thank you.
charles d wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:54PM
Hi Bob I love the feel and control you get from your wedges but what is the best controlled shot played on tour that you have seen played with your vokeys??? Keep up the good work..
Stephen R wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:55PM
I know that each wedge design is based on your experience working with some of the best players in the world. Which golfer has had the most significant influence on your wedge designs?
Thanks
Benjamin I wrote on November 5, 2010 at 10:55PM
Is it better to use a plastic-bristled brush or a metal wire brush to clean the grooves of my vokey wedge or is plain ol' spit and a golf towel sufficient
John P wrote on November 5, 2010 at 11:00PM
Dear Bob,
I own a 56 degree wedge with the "oil can" finish on it. I was just wondering
If it is supposed to start rusting over time, or if I should try to clear all of the rust off.
Thanks,
John S.
john s wrote on November 5, 2010 at 11:29PM
What do you think is the most costly mistake that amateurs make when selecting their wedges?
Chris S wrote on November 5, 2010 at 11:31PM
What considerations should one consider when going to the new CC wedges? shaft/shaft flex/loft/ball Thank you for any suggestions you amy have.
Chris G wrote on November 5, 2010 at 11:33PM
Mr. Vokey: which is in your opinion the secret in a handmade club being so succesful in a modern machinery factory time where mass production and low cost is important, and quality and handcraft are left in second plane? thanks in advance, apologies for my english, I'm from Argentina, De Vicenzo's land. Kind Regards !
Sergio S wrote on November 5, 2010 at 11:55PM
Hi Bob, First of all, I have played many different wedges in my time, and your Vokey Design wedges are by far the best. Thank you !!! My question to you is, with the recent increase in technology concerning club adjustment, do you see any need, advantage, or even the possibility to apply this technology to your wedge designs? Again, I thank you for your devotion to your craft and our game!!!
John S wrote on November 5, 2010 at 11:59PM
Mr. Vokey, first of all, i absolutely love you wedges.
Can you please explain what affect different "grinds" have on the playability of a wedge in comparison to how different bounces change playability? essentially what's the difference between the features, and what should I look for when buying a club?
Eirik C wrote on November 6, 2010 at 12:15AM
Mr. Vokey, Where did you acquire the knowledge to make such a successful club?
Halyard B wrote on November 6, 2010 at 12:22AM
I was wondering if you'd be experimenting with some of the new wedge shafts to achieve higher spin rates in order to offset the effect of the new grooves?
JET wrote on November 6, 2010 at 12:30AM
Hey Bob,
I wsa wondering how you got into the wedge making business, and what inspired you to make wedges?
Jarom
P.S. I love the wedges!!!
Jarom H wrote on November 6, 2010 at 12:54AM
What considerations should a player make in regards to "bounce" when selecting a wedge? Should a person ever have the same or similar lofts but with different amounts of bounce in the bag at the same time? Thanks for everything!
Travis O wrote on November 6, 2010 at 1:10AM