Review: Maltby MAX Milled Wedges

Overview:

Wedges can be a deeply personal choice for golfers. Some obsess over feel and nuance, while others just want a reliable set that performs well without costing a fortune. Enter the Maltby MAX Milled wedges—a line that’s marketed as “game improvement” but honestly deserves a broader spotlight. Calling them game-improvement might scare off discerning players, and that’d be a shame because these are premium, fully forged wedges with some seriously cool tech baked in. They strike a balance between forgiveness and finesse, making them worth a look whether you’re a weekend warrior or a low-handicap stick.

The Tech:

Maltby’s approach here is all about forgiveness and flexibility. They’ve smartly added extra mass toward the toe—where most of us tend to miss—boosting stability on off-center hits. That mass comes with a bonus: adjustable weight ports. You can tweak the swing weight with screws (ranging from -3.9g to +6g on the .900" sole, and -2.6g to +4g on the 1.05" sole), tailoring the feel to your liking. Two sole widths—.900" for skilled players who want versatility, and 1.05" for those craving forgiveness—cater to different styles and skill levels. Bounce angles are thoughtfully paired with each loft, though you won’t find specialty grinds here.

The leading edge and sole are CNC milled for precision, ditching the inconsistencies of hand-ground clubs. Forged from 8620 carbon steel, these wedges feel soft and solid. The face sports full-length grooves plus micro-milling, delivering spin no matter where you catch it. Our test set came with Maltby’s in-house Pro Series graphite shafts, a nice touch for a cohesive build.

The Look:

These wedges bring some serious bag appeal. The satin/mirror nickel chrome finish gleams over the CNC grooves, giving them a polished, high-end look. A simple Maltby logo stamp keeps things clean, and the loft numbers are bold on the sole—though, if I’m nitpicking, the font’s a bit meh. You’ll spot tiny markings for sole width, and the weight screws add a techy flair. Paired with matte black Pro Series graphite shafts, the heads pop without being flashy.

The Test:

We got our hands on the 52° and 58° models, straight from Maltby’s Pak options—75g Pro Series graphite shafts and standard Lamkin grips included. At just $64.99 per club, the Pak deal is a steal for a fully assembled wedge, and they’re available in 50°, 52°, 54°, 56°, 58°, and 60° lofts to cover all your short-game needs. Custom builds are an option if you’re feeling picky.

As someone far from scratch (and happy to admit it), these wedges hit all the right notes. They look sharp, feel fantastic, and forgive my less-than-perfect strikes. Distance control was a breeze, tightening up my wedge game noticeably. Full swings flew straight and stopped quick, while short chips felt effortless—plenty of spin and bite to hold greens. The .900" sole let me get creative when I dared, but the 1.05" version was my go-to for tougher lies. The forged steel gave that satisfying “thwack” at impact, and the graphite shafts kept things smooth. Messing with the weights was fun too—adding a bit of heft made full shots feel more planted.

The Conclusion:

The Maltby MAX Milled wedges are a sleeper hit. They blend premium craftsmanship—forged steel, CNC precision, adjustable weights—with a price tag that won’t make you wince. The .900" sole suits players who like to tinker with shots, while the 1.05" option is a forgiving all-rounder that’ll boost anyone’s confidence. They spin, they stop, and they feel as good as they look. Sure, the loft font’s not my favorite, and they come as clubheads (or Paks) rather than off-the-shelf sticks, but those are small gripes.

For golfers who want a wedge that’s equal parts performance and personality, the MAX line delivers. They’ve earned a permanent spot in my bag, and I’d bet they’d do the same for yours—whether you’re chasing birdies or just trying to save par.