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The PING s259 wedge is a thing of beauty. A thoughtfully designed short game tool with elite sound and feel and ample customization options.
Introduction
Golf is often thought of as a game where art meets science. Wedge play is one of the ways where golfers need to deploy their creativity to get the ball into the hole quicker. Bringing a unique shot to life and getting up and down for par (or birdie!) is one of the great joys of golf. Having a set of wedges that one trusts can make that joy happen more regularly, and who doesn’t want that? With the s259, PING have brought forth a premium wedge that is suitable for a range of players.
Looks
Clean and compact, the PING s259 wedge is pretty perfect in the looks department. It has a rounded “tour-preferred” shape with no offset and thin topline. The branding on the back of the club is clean and minimal and seasoned equipment nerds will know “PING” just by seeing the font of the loft and bounce numbers stamped on the sole.
There are two finishes available, the Hydropearl 2.0 chrome and the Midnight. I couldn’t resist the allure of the Midnight finish. It’s a gorgeous color somewhere between gray and black, reminiscent of a new lead pencil. According to PING, this finish will hold up over time and the color won’t fade from the face as it accumulates strike marks. For someone like me who doesn’t necessarily want to show off my “consistency” (or lack thereof), this is good news. [See Price / Buy]
Sound & Feel
Many players who opt for bladed irons over heftier multi-material options do so for the sound and feel. While the distance and forgiveness aren’t as good, the sensation of striking one pure is sublime. With wedges, many players who don’t play blades throughout the bag can get a taste of that sweet sensation through the short game.
The PING s259 wedge provides that kind of satisfaction on both well-struck pitches and chips. A concise yet resonant ‘clock’ is accompanied by a subtle vibration through the hands. The sound is definitely on the lower end of the pitch spectrum and while I’d call the feel soft in that it’s very pleasant, it is also firm in that you can clearly detect strike location, be it high, low, heel, or toe side.
Performance
The word that comes to mind is “pure.” The PING s259 wedge is incredibly responsive and surprisingly forgiving, even when you can tell you didn’t clip it perfectly. Around the green, well struck chips check and roll out predictably, based on what kind of shot was played. On full swings, spin rates and dispersion are tight enough to throw a blanket over. It’s this kind of reliability and precision that results in closer proximity to the hole and lower cumulative scoring.
It doesn’t take a lot of time with the PING s259 wedges in hand to know these wedges are elite and capable of any short game shot that a golfer’s ability can conjure. But maximizing the performance of these clubs depends on taking advantage of PING’s custom options and choosing wisely when it comes to loft and grind combinations.
There are six grind options resulting in 25 loft/grind combinations. Which combinations you should consider are based on what kind of golfer you are, what kind of conditions you normally play in, and consequently what kind of shots you need to play most often. If an in-person fitting with a professional fitter isn’t convenient for you, PING has a robust online fitting tool to help you make smart choices with your wedge selection. Check it out HERE. [See Price / Buy]
A few other aspects of the PING s259 wedge to take note of: variable dimension grooves depending on loft, “advanced face blast technology” to boost friction, both of which are aimed at boosting spin and producing mid-low trajectory on full shots resulting in excellent distance control; and a moisture repellent face, which helps retain spin in wet conditions. [See Price / Buy]
Most of what you get with the PING s259 wedge isn’t particularly groundbreaking or surprising. It’s just really, really good. One aspect of the club that is unique is its more purposeful approach to stock grip and shaft. PING has introduced a new “Dyla-Grip” and lightweight Z-Z115 shaft. The grip is 3/4″ longer with less taper and features hand position indicators to help with gripping down, leaning the shaft and manipulating the face. The shaft has a low balance point to encourage better feel of the clubhead.
Personally, I’m not sure how much I would use those features as it seems like leaning more heavily on that science element than really suits me. However, it could be a game-changer for some golfers who want something more concrete to rely on when a partial shot is required. Regardless, it shows that PING is a true innovator among today’s OEMs and it won’t rest on its laurels or rely on marketing jargon to sell clubs.
Conclusion
The PING s259 wedge is an excellent option for any mid to low handicap golfer looking to bag a fresh set of wedges in 2026. The looks, sound, and feel are as good as it gets. For PING loyalists, they are a no-brainer to go straight in the bag. For everyone else, they should at least be given serious consideration. [See Price / Buy]
New grind refinements and loft additions give golfers of all abilities improved precision and versatility with a Tour-preferred look, feel and sound.
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12 Comments
Dylan,
Are these new gamers for you?
Hi Denny,
I would be happy if you told me I had to game these but I prefer the RTZ ever so slightly so will plan to stick with those for the 2026 season. Nice problem to have.
Cheers,
Dylan
How would you compare these to the Vokey SM11 or SM10?
JL,
Thanks for the question. Unfortunately I can’t offer a comparison as I haven’t tested either of those.
Best,
Dylan
How was the B grind for you?
AJ,
I tested the E grind in the 58 so I can’t comment on the B grind.
Oops, misread from the pictures. I know they changed that grind a lot this year, how did you like it?
AJ,
Sorry for the delay. I liked the E grind, felt like it offers a lot of flexibility but given that golf courses aren’t open here yet I haven’t been able to get it into bunkers, etc.
Just got 50°, 54° and 58°. The feel and playability is superb. Love the longergrip for those short delicate shots.
When I first tested these to replace my SM10s, I was really impressed. I had to hit the SM11 just to be sure, but for the first time in a long time I’m playing Ping again. The 259s are fabulous, and the feel is what surprised me the most. I figured anything Ping is pretty forgiving, and they are. Love the grips they use as stock as well.
Nice review. Thanks.
I noticed on pings webpage the swing weight of the S259 seems low compared to other brands. Thoughts on this?
Hi Tom,
They didn’t feel notably light to me. Thanks for the question.
Best,
Dylan