Should You Chip With a 7 Iron or a Wedge?

There are many different approaches to the short game and one thing to look at is chipping with a 7 iron vs a wedge.
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[@24reprise]

Thank you from New Zealand. I watched this video this morning and shot my best ever round this afternoon, 84 with two birdies. I am 71 and have a 21 handicap which I very much want to reduce. This is my 3rd season back at golf after a 45 year break. I will watch more of your videos. Cheers Ivan

[@deldridg]

Well done Ivan - this made me smile! You'll be shooting your age in no time. Regardless - keep it up and a big shout from across the ditch! Cheers from Sydney - Dave

[@dameonbrown4840]

Hey, Single digit handicapper and when I first saw your video I was like “He’s crazy, I will never use a 7 for chipping.. I practice short game for an hour or two daily and I always use my 58 and 54.. I practiced yesterday with the 7 for giggles and I was impressed with the consistency... I will be using the 7 for longer chips 15 yards + for now on... Thanks for the tip...

[@evanevans670]

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[@carlcampbell6827]

Dameon Brown - Back in the 90s i got a video by LPGA professional Jan Stephenson. She had an excellent segment on chipping where she showed how to use a 5 iron at the fringe and then how to work back with 6 through 9 iron depending on how far off the green you are.

[@drpaddi]

I'm a new golfer and you just relived my mind about all those "extra" clubs called wedges.🤪 I'll just keep using my 7 Iron. Thank you Mr. SGG. 👏🏻

[@jeffloewi5632]

First video of yours I've seen and I love it so far. I love the simple reasoning, the no nonsense editing, your clear understanding of what we feel standing over a chip.

[@davidmcintee1370]

Matt keeps it very simple. Great instructions.

[@wrx248]

This guy is a great instructor. To the point and hits the ball without talking forever about the details and physics of ball flight. I was all ears all the way. Way to go.

[@henryschumann442]

Great video Matt. It’s good to see Mr Short Game actually talking about the short game. 🙂 I would look forward to tips for 40yds and in from heavy rough.

[@briankirchmer1460]

Great one my man. Lots to consider here and I appreciate you

[@James0802ut]

I tried it today and did a direct comparison between my wedge , which is my go to club for the application. I chipped around 200 balls and the 7 came in as the clear winner even though I've never used it like this before. Thanks for all the videos, they really have helped me a lot!

[@dlooney4540]

I used my 7 iron today for the first time around the green very successfully. Thanks so much for the tip. Would have never thought to use that club for my short game! Excellent advice.

[@mrcr125er]

Great video. I'm about a 6 handicap and still use my 7 iron very frequently here in Chattanooga TN. This time of year the ground is so wet that a wedge is very easy to chunk. I've been trying to help one of my buddies that is just beginning to golf to use this method more.

[@khamkenchanh2735]

Love your video Matt cos i like using 7, 8, 9, and PW to do my bump n run. Late last year, i even got the special chipper after watching your review 😃. Then Covid hit my family hard. We lost her mom in November and then my wife 3 weeks ago. So we lost 2 loved ones within the 2 and half months. I guess now i can practice my short game after all the snow melts away and hopefully soon. As always, thank you for sharing great tips and lessons, Matt.🙏👍👍👏👏👏

[@davechavezjr5399]

Excellent video Matt! For me, the 8 iron works best in most situations! I have found that chipping with a typical wedge is difficult to achieve consistency and avoiding the chunky shots. Cannot understand why anyone would not like this video. 🙂

[@PJGGolfer]

I like the 8iron as well around the greens for my bump and runs.

[@wesleytyler9599]

That simple 👌 Just got my confirmation . Whatever works best 🎯🏌‍♂️

[@wallstreetoneil]

The better golfer you want to become, the more you should practice hitting every club from every location because you will learn from it. It reminds me of two stories from the Tour. First is how Tiger takes FULL swings hitting his 7 iron 100 yards and then slowly adds 10 yards to his distances - go try it and see how hard it is and then practice until you can do it. The 2nd is Bubba often takes 1 club, at his home course, and plays Par from the tips - he's Parred with every club in his bag (doesn't use his putter - doesn't want to break it). So yes, use that 7 iron

[@nicholasschroeder3678]

That's artistry.

[@Coachandrewjames]

He sounds so flippen smart when he talks. It all makes so much sense! Thank you!

[@frankking1466]

Nice tutorial! Always just used 7 for outta the woods, play it off back foot and punch it out! I’m gonna try the 7 iron/wedge within next few weeks with my short game, around the fringe! Thanks man

[@PaulFurber]

Very good tip Matt. I grip down when I chip using longer clubs for more control and accuracy and also use that 'leave the right elbow there forever' tip that you came up with on your video on how to do a low spinning checker.

[@MrJhenderson]

Thanks for the validation on the 7i shot. I've always found it easier but didn't know if it was the "proper" way

[@gregkelley7182]

Love this tip!! I added a 7 ironwood (hybrid 7 iron) to my bag just for these shots. Has such a wide sole it's nearly impossible to chunk. Saves me a few shots every round over what I used to shoot using my wedge for these chips.

[@richardpace2484]

I generally use the 8 and PW in a similar matter as you have explained here in this video. For me, the 8 Iron is my club that gives me the most confidence in almost any situation.

[@joeharris3196]

I used a 7 for years. I changed over to a 8 last fall and actually lowered my scoring average.

[@tomault3063]

I learned golf in the 90's and 7 was standard on chip and run. Took quite a few years off and greens seem generally faster now, at least in swOhio. So, I switched to the 8, and often have to go 9. 8 is my best club, as well.

[@nards656]

8 all the way.

[@dlooney4540]

I absolutely love this video. I am one of those guys who more often than not use my wedge in this scenario with disastrous results!

[@jhooton75]

Great video! I used to use my 7 iron anywhere around the green. But then for some reason I started using either my 52 or 56 degree wedge. I’ve been struggling really bad, either hitting it three feet or straight across the green. You’ve convinced me to go back to the 7 iron.

[@danielcohen3159]

Great video, Matt! I've found that chipping and running with 8i or 9i, or often putter, has improved both my green-reading and my overall putting. Maybe because I'm more focused on the speed and line when the ball is rolling more.

[@raystephensonjr]

Dude this video was a game changer for my 56, i been doing a 8 bump and run but i love bumping w my 56 now. Ur tips are 🔥

[@kylecoetzee8872]

Love your videos and advice,helps alot in my golf game 🔥

[@whitneyandjaydyer54]

Awesome - your videos are the best I've found. Appreciate it!

[@JettyBuilder]

Always enjoy your videos Matt, bring a smile to my day every time!

[@bestlifewithben]

Great channel Matt! Love the tips and energy!

[@jimgovostes6261]

Matt: best system I ever learned is the Bill Black method. Every club is a putter. Use putting stance and grip. Very mechanical, especially, when you lose your feel from having not played for a while. So, figure which is the 50-50 club, 50% carry and 50% roll. For me that is the Pitching Wedge. Next, a 33%-67% club (8 iron for me). And finally a 25%-75% club (6 iron for me). The other clubs become those in-between. So setup closer to the ball and putting stroke - the same stroke for every club. In time, one can really develop a great touch. I do it all the time especially when I am not sure of green speed. Obviously, uphill and down hill requires some changes in club selection. While I can do what you do, I prefer Bill Black's method.

[@danamcqueen6982]

Very much like Paul Runyan's "Rule of 12" short game approach. Works like a champ.

[@amp3879]

Great video! Love the 7 and 9 around greens, I choose control with roll vs high and hope.

[@michaelsmith3877]

Great video Matt, I like using the 7i around the green. Last year made a few it has really helped to lower my score.👍

[@ABu09873]

Excellent video! I personally chose my chipping club based on "how soon" I can get my ball on the green & rolling. Similar as you described in your scenarios. Excellent explanation! From your 1st position that I saw on the video, the 7i was good (for me). Same with your position at 5:27. If I have to cover or go over something (deep grass, a bunker, irrigation hardware etc) then I increase loft. At 7:13 the lie comes into my decision making a bit more for me. Thank you for the video!!

[@rodneyfox4498]

Your instruction on whether to use wedge or 7 iron while chipping was fantastic and most helpful. I will be selecting the 7 iron a lot more in future. Thanks much for these interesting instructions. Kind Regards, Rod Fox.

[@kellysaylors5845]

I used to love my wedge, but one day it just up and packed it’s bags, started using my 7 iron and have short game confidence again!!

[@Optimus._97]

Love the Bump and run now. I had gotten a little one track minded for a while only hitting my 54 or 60 when i became proficient at chipping. Now that i have gotten rid of the ego and allowed the bump and run back in im dropping more chips.

[@deldridg]

Great advice. I've been very prone to pulling out the 60 with reasonable confidence and results. In the last few rounds however, I've taken PW instead and occasionally 8i for the shorter chips where I can land the ball on the green and it's been wonderful. We have a great Par 3 near our place and every now and then I shoot 7i only instead of LW, GW and SW. Great fun practicing! Thank you and cheers from Sydney - Dave

[@1645308]

I have always used an 8 and a putting style shot when I'm that close to the green and it works great...for me

[@mattcristino9804]

Good Topic Matt. I have been using my 8 iron to chip and run onto the green with some success. I've been using my 7 iron for recovery shots out of the rough. It's a work in progress for me and your tips have come at a good time. Cheers

[@rhyswhitehead2167]

Love the video. The 7 iron consistency looked great, I'll be giving this some practice.

[@jamesreynolds6750]

As a beginner, I learned a great amount on how to use the 7-iron and pitching wedge.

[@Thomas-hf3dn]

Great video never thought about chipping with a iron new to golf and chunk a lot chipping. Thanks for the tip can’t wait to use

[@stevefrady3812]

Great information. Will work on it today!!

[@MikeSoutham]

Nice video mate. Going to definetely give this a crack in my next practice session.

[@ttran5083]

I’ve decided that confidence is 90% of the short game….so I am going to pitch with the 7 from now on! Thanks for the lesson.

[@michaelburrisjr6354]

Thank you so much. I killed it with my 7 this weekend!!

[@robertshields6214]

I use my 8 around the green with lots of success.

[@JamesThomas-wi2ro]

Same here, Mr. Shields.

[@doug2993]

Yes me too, I use it for all kinds of bump and run shots, all the way out to 50-60 yards. The 7 iron rolls too far for me. Pick a club and get good with it. There is some degree of luck, but usually I am at least putting after that 8 iron bump.

[@blowith]

Lovvvve my 8 iron around the green and from 50 in!

[@doug2993]

@@blowith yep!

[@carlcampbell6827]

Robert Shields - Yea you got that right. How many golfer have the skill to chip with SW or PW on rough golf courses with holes that have a lot of tight lies and dirt. As I posted here above. Back in the 90s i got a video by LPGA professional Jan Stephenson. She had an excellent segment on chipping where she showed how to use a 5 iron at the fringe and then how to work back with 6 through 9 iron depending on how far off the green you are.

[@AUXdrone]

Holed a chip today for the first time, on a practice green but i’m still pleased. Dude, you provide some amazing content.

[@PJGGolfer]

I am a fan of using might 8iron, but this is a great tip depending on the shot around the greens. Cheers!

[@frankzayas3103]

Heading off to play today, I'm sure I'll run into opportunities to try this. BTW, now that you are here in GA, I'm sure you've noticed the ultra crappy conditions we have to deal with this time of year. I'd love to see you do a video or two about how to deal with the mushy, muddy areas around the greens, the almost non existent grass, etc in the short game. I'm happy we get to play year round here, but at times, it's barely real golf.

[@richlabounty4601]

Same thing here in Alabama. I use 8 iron most of the year for chipping.

[@Frolfer123]

I think this is one of your more important lessons. Thanks!

[@GP-yc2it]

Awesome video! I'm a lob-wedge-everywhere chipper, but am inspired to add some shots to my game. Cheers!

[@AwlDeigh]

Grew up in mid 1960s playing golf on par 3 muni course located in very small southern town Played everything with a 7 iron and a putter. Came back to game about 6 months. 8 iron and PW have served me well so far. Bought used 60* wedge very unpredictable for me. Excellent video. Thanks

[@neiltaylor1765]

Get it rolling as soon as possible, I'll hit anything up to 3 wood depending on situation

[@davidkent9048]

Love your stuff mate. You make a lot of sense! Keep it up!

[@tomroche2937]

This video addressed something that has frustrated me for a while. Whether to use a wedge or another club. Thanks!

[@bensmith540]

The why is awesome and usually missed in a lot of tutorial videos. Thanks.

[@johnherman3261]

Okay Matt, I have a tendency to come up short on my wedges and I’m pretty close to the green in most cases. I just purchased a six hybrid for this particular shot and I’ve been practicing and I think I’m going to like it. By the way I didn’t spend a lot for the club just to see if this was going to work for me. Stay save!

[@waynejackson8534]

Great advice. I open up my PW if I have to go over a bunker; else I use an A wedge or 9 iron. Works like magic.

[@davead6578]

Just got back from Nevada where I got a bunch of golf in. Conditions of the fairway and around the green necessitated the use of mid-short irons (7,8,9) around the green. These irons were gold in these dried-out conditions. Wedges bought you very little, and I’m a good wedge player. Definitely worth practicing shots with these irons where the ground is either too dry or (even) too wet for wedges.

[@dalehgatlin]

One of your best and most helpful videos.

[@gregwolfe540]

Matt, this is a great video. The older I get and as my HDCP goes down, I often assess the situation just like this. I love taking advantage of a club's forgiveness. i.e., opening the face to add bounce, chipping with a 7 iron, etc. Basically the opposite of what I used to do - de-loft a 60˚ wedge and chip around the green with it. 1 out of 4 times I really looked like I knew what I was doing! lol

[@nicholaspishotti7129]

Thanks

[@stone7578]

Great stuff. Very helpful!

[@jrshields3]

Another great video, Matt! Question, on that shot from the rough, what would you use if you were aiming for the pin closest to the front edge?

[@elderhiker7787]

Today, on the 18th hole, I had about 60 feet to the pin in the back of the green. I used the 7 iron to punch one up to 3 feet from the hole and a par on this long par 4 hole. Your advice is spot on. Thanks a million.

[@larryyoung9106]

in dormant grass situations I have been chipping with a hybrid...bump and run. When I coach people I have them use 7 iron around the green to learn to brush the grass and not chunk or take a divot when chipping...also use a 8 iron out of the bunker until they get some confidence, makes hitting a sandwedge much easier when they move to it...good video, show more on how to deal with dormant bermuda conditions.

[@gtownboss5045]

Love this video! I use an 8 iron instead of the 7. And it has taken me to a whole other level around the greens! Go low ladies and gents!

[@richardpieper5251]

I use a ratio system of length of shot in the air vs roll out on the green. If it's a 1-1 ration (length of shot where I want to land ball vs roll out to the hole) then I use my SW (56). If it's a 1-2 ratio then I use my GW (52), 1-3 ratio then my PW (48) and so forth. I try to keep it simple as I use the same swing for each shot. If you go back and look at your video this method actually plays out in the first chip you hit with each club, the first chip with the 54 degree was about a 1-1 ratio and the 7 iron was about a 1-5 or 6 ratio. Great videos.

[@drewwilson145]

Thank you. I'm gonna try this

[@AaronShaHome]

really practical !! great risk and reward management ! that's how to save strokes !! Thank you Mr.SG

[@nathanfrisby3133]

Excellent tips, thanks!

[@bdh3949]

Good lesson, thank you. I'm an 8 and sand wedge guy, they're the last two clubs in my bag before the putter. The sand wedge can be manipulated to many degrees as needed and the 8 can perform tasks that a 7 could around the green with the added bonus of having a little more loft. Up and in or up and down is my mantra, I'm too old to worry about anything else. lol

[@niklaskraft]

Thanks for a great video! I use 7i alot and now I will use it even more. I just imagine it's my putter outside green. Same stroke and same pace and it goes just as long as my putter, but flies a 1/4 to a 1/3 of the distance. It's not the sexiest, but my friends have alot of fun when I often place it close to pin. I think it's cool!

[@stevenmurata4392]

This was one of your best videos. I use 7i unless I need to carry a bunker (up to 70 yds). Thanks for tip of opening face even on the 7i.

[@careydunn8227]

As a newbie to this game I get so much out of your videos. played 9 today and the short (30 yrds) game added strokes to my card! Will give this practice. Thanks

[@robrandall1540]

Excellent video, Thanks!

[@fretless05]

Great video to think about. I've recently stopped immediately grabbing my 60 and have been pitching with my PW or 9i. The reason I don't go with a lower loft is that with the ball further back and lower bounce on the club, I fear the chunk. The bounce on the PW, or other wedges, allows for easier ground interaction.

[@Steven-xd5kn]

My Dad was a very good golfer in his day. Loved his 7 iron for chipping and tried to teach me to use it. Of course like many sons I didn't listen lol. Generally use a gap or a pitching wedge. They are super game improvement irons with thick soles that I don't chunk as much.

[@mahanmusicproductions9142]

I tend to use a wedge on greens that slope away and 7 or 8i for greens sloping toward my lie. Bump and runs whenever I can!! Great video

[@johnmartin4332]

Some really good points! Plan to use on course

[@yeo97531]

Thank you from Redmond, WA. I have a couple of dear friends. Even though they score well over 100, they pretty much use sand wedges around the green. I tried to explain to them the advantages of using 7, 8, or 9 irons but to no avail. You explain/demonstrate so well here. Maybe this will make them drop the wedges.

[@SuperTenesor]

Thanks for the video Mr. regards from Canary Islands. 👍👍👍

[@gordonsteen5560]

Hey Matt thats the first shot i was taught when istarted golf, how to use a 7 iron around the green. Old school, yes but as you say minimal chance of chunking it. Has stood to me over 60 years now

[@jamesdavis5517]

There’s nothing more fun than getting it up and down (or less). Great segment.

[@syedalam8218]

Great Thanks for Sharing!

[@anthonydalto1545]

Great video. I’ve learned with my questionable wedge play, to go with my 8 iron whenever I can. I’ve been getting much better results. Seem to get far better control keeping it low and rolling as opposed to flopping a wedge shot. I would say for a higher handicapper the lower loft iron is easier to play?

[@coloz4565]

Hahaha, Been out for a practice round today and played two shots every time I was near to the green, just like your vdo. Yessiree Bob, 7 iron nailed it every time over the wedge. I even did a 60 metre pitch and run over the wedge. How come it’s taken me so many years to understand this simple “trick”. Keep it coming. Love your approach to playing the game. Cheers!

[@mickclark4861]

Great lesson here.. my 100 yard safety shot is my 7 iron bump and run.. rarely fails me! And it’s a great shot around the greens. No stress no strain ⛳️👍

[@MrMarksupra]

Brilliant as always love your videos 🏌️‍♂️👍

[@rogerspeck9929]

Great Vlog Matt, I use a 7 cross over club for these shots with a lot more confidence than a wedge. Cheers Rog 😁🏌🏽‍♂️👏👍

[@michaelhasaka3551]

Love your videos. Great tip using the 7. My fav iron --- so, why would'nt it be my fav club around the green.

[@seanmiddo2908]

This is a great video, makes a lot of sense. Personally I have gained a lot by switching from lob or sandwedge to a pw or a 50 degree wedge. Might start trying more with a 7 or an 8.

[@salgueroart6895]

I am getting rid of my 60 deg. Wedge. This was a great tip. Thanks.

[@2Eaglez]

Great video! Since many of us have traditional lofts versus the new stronger lofted clubs, could you give us a loft for the “7” iron shot. As an example, I have two sets of clubs, on one set the 7 iron is a 31 degree on the other set the 7 iron is 36 degrees (6 iron on this set is 32 degrees).

[@scottysize]

Smart. I reach for the wedge all the time. Maybe I should start trying my 7. Thanks!

[@stevenwhiting8941]

Good video, straight forward common sense thinking, Thank you

[@darrelkopsa7143]

Thanks for someone finally agreeing with me! Now, can you tell me how to get this video over to my golf buddy's house for him to watch?? I'm way worse with computers than golf clubs, and that's saying a lot!!

[@sandrakaczka1504]

I will try this thank you 😊

[@calj4377]

Hello from Paris; Thks Matt , a very instructive lesson , around the Green, on the links, it’s the same choice between the wedge and the putter : no risk and Better result ! Play % . Congrats to The Team US for th R.Cup 👏🏆

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[@VideoKB]

Ken Bryant Thank you for your 7ion chipping tip. I have had most success using my 6 rescue club. I find it more forgiving and always try to hit the shot 1/3 in the air and 2/3 roll along the ground. Seems to save a lot of shots in a round.

[@johncrazy8756]

Superb advice!! I’ve holed many birdies with 7 iron chips!