Caring for your X-Forged Wedges
By Roger Cleveland
Callaway Golf, Chief of Golf Club Design
Callaway Golf X-Forged Wedges come in two finishes, chrome and vintage. Both are designed for performance, durability and enjoyment under all conditions of play, shot after shot. Depending upon the finish you choose, here are a few simple guidelines that will keep them in optimum playing condition.
Chrome finish Callaway Golf X-Forged Wedges are plated first with nickel, then chrome to give them a soft, opaque sheen and rich satin luster that complements the classic lines of these fine wedges. Wipe them thoroughly with a soft towel after each use to remove debris and moisture.
Your vintage finish Callaway Golf X-Forged Wedges are raw, meaning that the carbon steel is not plated. With time and use, your vintage wedges will rust, a feature that will add to the enjoyment of this fine product. A raw, rusty finish is the condition that many top professionals prefer. As the forged carbon steel of your vintage wedge oxidizes, it will rust in a way that complements the sound and feel inherent in the metal, while also reflecting the personality of each user. You can promote this process by simply putting your wedges into play and enjoying them, then wiping them clean and dry immediately after each use. In time, they will take on a character and finish that’s uniquely suited to your style and conditions of play. If you wish to clean your vintage wedges and slow the rusting process, you can use a synthetic scouring pad called Scotch-Brite™ Purple.
Regardless of the finish, any wedges stored for the off-season or played in damp conditions should be thoroughly cleaned and dried prior to storage. You can wipe them down with a lubricant-cleaner like WD-40® to help prevent rust from developing on non-plated surfaces. Enjoy the beauty of 1020 carbon steel and the soft, pleasing feel it lends to your game in your Callaway Golf X-Forged Wedges. Enjoy the game.
Scotch-Brite is a trademarked product of the 3M company. WD-40 is a registered trademark of the WD-40 Company.
