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.
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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.
- Naturally heat and fire resistant
- Very comfortable
- Extremely Durable
- Very flexible for its weight
- Tried and True protection
Leather Gloves Features
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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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
OZERO | 932℉ Forge Welding Gloves Heat Resistant Leather Grill BBQ Gloves
$18.00
Harssidanzar | Mens Full finger Goatskin Leather Touchscreen Motorcycle Gloves
$30.00
Handlandy | Ladies Leather Gardening Gloves, Thorn Proof Long Gauntlet Heavy Duty Garden Gloves, Elbow Length Women Rose Pruning Gloves
$18.00
SCOTT | EXPLORAIR SPRING GLOVE
$55.00
MCR Safety | Red Ram 4720 | Leather Welding Work Gloves
$28.00
Carhartt | Men's System 5 Work Glove with Safety Cuff
$24.00