Safety Equipment
Gloves
DeWalt
$15-$40/pair

Leather Work Gloves for Durable Hand Protection

Leather work gloves provide essential hand protection for handling lumber rough materials and construction tasks. Premium cowhide or goatskin offers excellent abrasion and puncture resistance while maintaining dexterity for gripping fasteners and operating tools.

Key Features

  • Premium leather construction
  • Reinforced palm and fingertips
  • Dexterous flexible fit
  • Breathable back panel
  • Pull-on cuff design
  • Machine washable options

Specifications

Material: cowhide or goatskin | Sizes: S-XXL | Palm: reinforced double layer | Back: breathable spandex | Cuff: elastic or Velcro | Dexterity: high

Best For

Lumber handling framing deck building demolition landscaping fencing installation and general construction.

Compatible Materials

N/A - personal protective equipment

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Excellent abrasion protection
  • ✓ Good work dexterity
  • ✓ Durable long-lasting
  • ✓ Comfortable all-day
  • ✓ Protects against splinters

Cons

  • ✗ Reduces fine touch
  • ✗ Hot in summer
  • ✗ Break-in period needed
  • ✗ Not waterproof standard
  • ✗ Wear at fingertips first

Installation Tips

Select snug but not tight fit. Break in by flexing. Condition with leather conditioner. Remove for spinning power tools where gloves can catch. Replace when fingertips wear through.

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