Recommendation: Woodsbumming gloves

[Dibley]

When insulation isn't critical, but protection, abrasion resistance, decent grip, comfort, durability and economy are, what are good materials and brands of gloves to have in the pack?

 

[PayetteRucker]

2 dollar pair of stanley rawhide work gloves... if you're cooking for a crapload of people and constantly working with the fire, a pair of 10 dollar welding gloves should do the trick.

 

[JK14]

I have a pair of all purpose Firm Grip gloves that I like.

 

[PayetteRucker]

Firm Grip and Mechanix are great gloves. I have a pair of Handyman Blizzards that do a damn good job of keeping my hands warm, too.

 

[Dizwolf]

Basically, go anyplace that sells work gloves, and try em on til you get something you like. I prefer soft, full leather work gloves myself.

 

[Stormstaff]

I've got a pair of Mechanix myself I picked up at the local Lowe's a couple of years ago that I like. Thin leather for good dexterity but enough for protection.

 

[trailside22]

I picked up a thicker well made leather work gloves about this time last year. They are the best work gloves I have ever had around the farm. They have done very well hauling hay (square bales) to stringing barbed wire and everything else. I bought them at the local Co-op, but I don't remember who made them.

 

[Joe Fowler]

I've been using a pair of Mechanix M-Pact. They come in black, camo and coyote.

I use these and love them...

 

[gander6]

Here are a couple recommendations.

I've been pleased with the Petzl lightweight belay gloves. The leather is very supple and allows for good dexterity. After about 7 months of use, durability is good. The back is a stretchy fabric that allows some ventilation. As a result, I can wear these gloves in warmer temperatures where my hands would sweat too much in any other glove. The carabiner hole in the cuff is a nice feature. I use this feature to attach mine to a grimloc attached to the front of my back.

These gloves would meet all of your criteria, except perhaps economy. They run about $30.

A heavyweight version is also available.

My heavyweight, hard use gloves are mil surplus rappel gloves that cost about $8. These are my go-to gloves where max protection and wear is needed. Dexterity is low however because of the thick leather and bulky fingertips.

 

[Dibley]

Thanks, folks. This is the sort of straightforward and down-to-earth advice that makes this forum so valuable.

 

[1066vik]

I use the Plainsman and wolverine leather gloves from Sam's Club - they come in 3-packs for $20-25.
the plainsman is a thin leather, so good feel but less durable.
the wolverine is a heavy chore glove, fits pretty good and wears well, but loss of dexterity.

 

[Stump_250]

I really like the Mechanix gloves. They make a few different types I have some that can handle a little heat when working on cars and such.

 

[flor1]

Look around if you can find Deer Skin gloves in your price range. Light hold up well you can get them wet and they dry out well and hold their strength. I've got a couple pair that I've had for years.

 

[333rm]

I use a pair of Carhartt leather gloves.

 

[Bolt-action bultema]

I like goat, deer, or elk hide on my hands.

 

[Jas79]

I've been using a pair of Mechanix M-Pact. They come in black, camo and coyote.

I use these and love them...

I might give these try

 

[Zombiechopper]

leather roping gloves. Cheap and durable, and they really protect your hands

All those plastic fantastic nylon jobbies look terrible to me. Velcro? No thanks.