A head-to-head look at two of the top wedges in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
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The TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 edges the Callaway Mack Daddy 4 on overall Every18 score (97 vs 95), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The Callaway Mack Daddy 4 is both the cheaper buy (about $45 used vs $70) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. The TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 is the more forgiving of the two, which is the bigger deal for most mid- and higher-handicap players. Bottom line: choose the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 if you fit its profile (raised micro-ribs); choose the Callaway Mack Daddy 4 if you lean toward aggressive groove spin.
| Metric | TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 | Callaway Mack Daddy 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 95 |
| Forgiveness | 80 ✓ | 72 |
| Speed | 84 | 84 |
| Feel | 83 | 84 ✓ |
| Value rating | 92 | 94 ✓ |
| Est. used price | $70 | $45 ✓ |
| Value index | 166 | 253 ✓ |
| Launch | Mid | Mid |
| Spin | Mid | Mid |
| Fit profile | Raised micro-ribs | Aggressive groove spin |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
On the Every18 editorial score the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 rates higher (97 vs 95 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 suits raised micro-ribs, while the Callaway Mack Daddy 4 suits aggressive groove spin.
The Callaway Mack Daddy 4 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $70 for the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 and $45 for the Callaway Mack Daddy 4, so the Callaway Mack Daddy 4 is also the cheaper buy.
The TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 rates higher for forgiveness (80 vs 72), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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