Equipment
When OEM finishes just aren’t good enough…part 1
Nike Golf has really improved upon their golf products since entering the OEM golf equipment realm. I like my Nike wedges so much, except for the chrome finish, I decided a change to their looks was in order. This past season I gamed a set of forged Nike Pro Combo Tours with a somewhat matching set of Nike Forged Tiger Woods 56 and 60 degree sand wedges. They fit right in with my iron set, and from inside 100 yards I was deadly (well for me anyway) accurate with these wedges. Yet, something was missing in the aesthetics department. For me, a chromed sand wedge is akin to golf fashion faux pas.
I was now in search of a properly finished wedge so I wandered over to the SV wedge lineup (the Victory Red line wasn’t even a rumor at the time, and even now they are the wrong finish for me), I liked the SV’s more subdued finishes, but I liked the performance of my Tiger Woods wedges more. In short, I couldn’t stand the chrome finish on these wedges. Many times this summer the bright sunlight bounced off the wedge face and right into my eyes. I don’t wear sunglasses while paying so this became quite a problem. In my mind there were two possible solutions. The first, and least attractive solution was to switch to a different brand of sand wedge. A wedge with an oil can finish more to my liking, no thank you, I really like my Nike Tiger Woods wedge line up. The second solution was to figure out a way to change the finish on my wedges. Sure, we all see the guys on the forums who bust out the blowtorch in the garage and change the finish. What I really wanted OEM looking, or better because these wedges (and me) deserve it. The finish that Nike (and other OEMs on their stuff as well) had neglected to put on there in the first place. Spend some time on the Golfwrx forums and you’ll see a ton of refinished putters, wedges and even irons, all with aftermarket finishes better than what came on the golf club originally.

Here are my wedges, removed from the shafts and ready for shipping to Black Oxide Service.
You could also get in contact with Monica at Black Oxide Service, or also known by the acronym, “BOS”. BOS can do all types of refinishes to golf clubs. They offer options for carbon steel and stainless steel as well. Just ask via e-mail and Monica will send out a super neat power point with a ton of pictures showing new finishes and various paint fill options they have completed for their discriminating customers. The possibilities are almost endless. For me it was pretty straight forward and simple, wait until winter sets in, send of fthe Nike wedge heads to BOS for a refinish more to my personal liking, have them re-do the paintfill to my specs (this was the toughest part, deciding on paint fill colors) and then wait for them to arrive back in Ohio. Stay tuned for part two of this story, we’ll see the wedges up close and refinished and then go more in depth with Black Oxide Service and what they have to offer as well. Stay tuned!
Equipment
What are the best golf socks? – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, not everything is about club selection and shaft options. A heated debate has bubbled up surrounding the best sock options players can wear on the course.
@CletePurcel asked:
“Just bought 2 new pairs of FootJoy shoes and trying to find out the most favorable socks to wear. I try to walk 9 holes two to three times a week and good socks are a must. Thanks in advance.
Members in the forum chimed in with their favorite footwear accessories. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- Maroon_19: “I’ve only worn Kentwool socks for golf for the last 8 years – regardless of weather. I walk 90% of my rounds and play anywhere from 50-75 rounds a year (going to go up as I just retired). They only get worn for golf. As long as you care for them, they’ll care for you. Have had zero blisters with them. I just started using my second set of 8 pair for our Bandon trip earlier this month. The old ones will now go into the daily wear rotation. Still good after all these years.”
- smoova: “I’ve had good luck with Swiftwick. Walk every round 12 months a year in Colorado.”
- Hawkeye77: “FJ Pro ProDry is what I’m usually wearing just because I have more of them, but I’ve got some Smartwool socks I love for the wool aspect – they sell them as running socks. The thicker socks are better for certain shoes. I’ve gone merino/other wool in almost all my socks – athletic, “dress” and so forth – no more “Orlon”, lol, some golf socks are the exception.”
- th6252: “Another vote for Kentwool, honorable mentions to Balega and Falke(thanks to someone on this forum for turning me onto the RU3).”
Entire Thread: “Best golf socks???”
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Equipment
Blades/MB advice – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, one user is returning to the game after an extended hiatus and is looking for a new set of irons. They’re looking at a number of different options for their iron set and asked the forum to advise.
User @Vuj wrote:
“Hey everyone, I’ve taken 20 some years off from the game other than 2 times a year for obligations. I finally realized golf is my first true love and I’m jumping back in with both feet. It feels like coming out of a coma with how much equipment has changed. My current clubs are Tommy Armour 845 Silver Scots I bought in 1995. Lol. I have been hitting clubs for a few weeks at random stores and finally did a full fitting today. I’m torn between several clubs and would love any opinions y’all can share. Of the ones I’ve hit I like:
Titleist 620MB
Ping Blueprint -T
Mizuno S-1
Taylor Made P-7MB/TW“I haven’t been able to hit the TaylorMades anywhere yet. I’m having a hard enough time deciding between the other three. Hopefully tomorrow I think I found a place. Any other I NEED to check out? I don’t like Callaway or Srixon. They don’t feel very thin to me. Thanks everyone! excited to learn from this community.”
Members in the forum chimed in with recommendations, questions, and comments. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- Poor Mans Ty Webb: “Any other blades from the last 20 years you should know about? Brother, how much time and money have you got?”
- SBH9458: “You won’t go wrong with any of those offerings. If you love a blade, then you’re tracking in the right direction. I think important to consider a few more things since you’ve narrowed it down… what shafts are you looking at and what results are they giving you? And what swingweights generate the feel you’re after to get those results? Good luck and man enjoy the journey. What a great time to jump back in!”
- grochol17: “Definitely need to include the Wilson MBs. They are usually pretty forgiving for a blade because of the way they drill out the head at the shaft (like they are making a bore through design) which allows them to move that mass out towards the toe, bringing up the MOI.”
Entire Thread: “Blades / MB advice”
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Equipment
From the GolfWRX Classifieds: TaylorMade KITH Spider GT
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @Jaws2525 is selling a TaylorMade Spider GT putter that was made in collaboration with the streetwear brand KITH.

From the listing:
“Taylormade KITH Spider GT. 35 inches. Stock black KBS shaft, KITH grip and headcover. Brand new never used, was sitting in storage since the release. $725 shipped.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules.
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Rich Hetzel
Jan 14, 2009 at 8:53 pm
Here you go!
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Nash Carr
Jan 14, 2009 at 11:04 am
oil can, i came close to going black oxide….decisions, decisions!
Doug Albers
Jan 13, 2009 at 10:21 am
So, do you have Monica’s email address?
w8liftr
Jan 10, 2009 at 11:03 am
What finish did you choose for the wedges? Looking forward to the finished product.