Golf is full of various terms that can be difficult for beginners to understand. One of these terms is 5 PW, which refers to a club set. However, some golf sets have 3 PA, 7 PW, and many other abbreviations that seem more like codes than product indicators.
5 PW means the chosen golf club set includes every club from the 5-iron to the 9-iron, as well as a pitching wedge. This means you won’t get a 2-iron, 3-iron, 4-iron, driver, or any other type of wedge. However, a 5 PW can be the ideal club set for a wide range of golfers.
Throughout this post, I’ll show you what you’ll get out of a 5 PW, what PW refers to, and whether or not they’re right for you.
What Is Included in a 5 PW Iron Set?
Everything included in a 5 PW iron set includes a 5-iron, a 6-iron, a 7-iron, an 8-iron, a 9-iron, and a pitching wedge. This means you’ll still need to get a putter and a driver. However, 5 PW club sets often have everything most golfers need when they’re on the fairway.
According to Metro League, pitching wedges range from 46 to 48-degree lofts. If you want a higher loft, you’ll need a different wedge. Golf club wedges range from 46 degrees to 64 degrees if you compare other styles with the PW.
What Does PW Mean in Golf?
PW in golf means pitching wedge. A pitching wedge is used when you need to get your golf ball out of a steep, bad situation. For example, if the golf ball is stuck behind a hill with a high incline, you could use a pitching wedge to get it to the top of the hill, then switch to one of your irons.
Golf Bidder explains there are many other wedges that you could try. Here’s a list of their abbreviations:
- SW stands for sand wedge.
- AW stands for approach wedge (also called GW or gap wedge).
- LW means lob wedge.
Each of these abbreviations can be used in a club set. For instance, you might see 5 SW or 5 AW instead of 5 PW. The two letters simply refer to the wedge you’ll receive with your 5-iron through 9-iron set.
Should You Get a 5 PW?
You should get a 5 PW if you’re able to hit over 150 yards (137 meters) with your 7-iron. A 5-iron might be unnecessary otherwise. If this happens, you can opt for a 6 PW instead of a 5 PW.
Out of Bounds Golf suggests anyone who can’t hit over 150 yards (137 meters) with a 7-iron should choose a hybrid and a 6-iron (you can get the 6-iron with a 6 PW).
Final Thoughts
While a 5 PW doesn’t include every club, it can offer more than enough for many golfers. The club set you get depends on several factors, including your preferred loft, which clubs you already own, and what kind of wedge you need.