THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO LEATHER GLOVES

Not All Leather is the Same.

Because of its durability, versatility, and abundance, leather has been a preferred material for work gloves for hundreds of years. While new materials have been introduced to the market, leather remains the favorite material of welders and tradespeople for its feel, quality and durability.

• Split Leather
  Split Leather gets its name from splitting the hide. Split is the internal layer of the hide and has a fuzzy, napped finish and is commonly known as suede. It is generally associated with larger animals like Cows, Elk or Deer whose hide is thick enough to be split into layers.

• Grain Leather
  Grain Leather is the top layer of leather. It has a smoother, softer feel than split leather.

• Clute Cut
  A Clute Cut keeps the palm free of stitching. On the palm side of a clute cut pattern, the palm and all four fingers are cut from one piece of leather. This design offers a great amount of flexibility.

• Gunn Cut
  The Gunn Cut is the most common pattern found on gloves and features the two middle fingers sewn to the palm. The palm, little finger, and index finger are cut from one piece of leather and the two center fingers are cut from another piece. The design offers great wear and comfort.

Leather Gloves Features

• Naturally heat and fire resistant
• Very comfortable
• Extremely Durable
• Very flexible for its weight
• Tried and True protection

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  Elkskin Leather

  Excellent dexterity
  Naturally resistant to oils and moisture
  Stays soft and flexible even after exposed to heat and moisture
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  Cowhide Leather

  Cowhide is perhaps the most popular leather for work and welding gloves
  Great dexterity, most versatile with various grades and grains available
  Extremely durable and abrasion resistant
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  Deerskin Leather

  Excellent dexterity with a superior sense of touch
  Does not crack or stiffen after exposed to moisture and will dry soft
  Ultra soft with best feel and dexterity
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  Pigskin Leather

  Naturally resistant to wet and oily conditions
  Pigskin is specially tanned to be soft
  Remains flexible with wear and does not stiffen after getting wet
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  Goatskin Leather

  Known as nature’s strongest leather
  High tensile strength and strength-to-weight ratio
  Exceptional abrasion-resistant properties
  Tough and durable with a great feel and all day comfort
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  Kidskin Leather

  Superior sense of touch
  The feel and dexterity TIG welders love
  Great dexterity and high tensile strength and strength-to-weight ratio
  Tough and durable with a great feel and all day comfort
  Great for MIG and TIG welding and handling
  Slightly lighter in weight than Goatskin