Sand wedges have a loft of 54-58 degrees. Therefore, the difference between sand and pitching wedges is the lie angle. Therefore, a pitching wedge is not ideal for sand shots. Neither are lob wedges.

The loft angle is 48 degrees ... but it can produce some amazing shots out around the green once you get it. A sand wedge normally has a loft ranging from 54 to 59 degrees. The sand wedge was ...