Some things to think about when you
are buying Mechanics gloves
- What weather will you be wearing the Mechanics
gloves in?
- Cotton Mechanic Gloves are cool but they do not
last as long as other fabrics
- Leather or synthetic Mechanic Gloves are warmer
and provide better protection
- Lined Mechanic Gloves are great for cold weather
only
- What tasked are you going to be doing?
- Heavy grease or chemicals use Nitrile Gloves not
cloth Mechanic Gloves
- High heat will require Mechanic Gloves rated to
work in high heat environments.
- High dexterity tasks require thinner mechanic gloves
with good feel at the finger tips
Mechanic Gloves Sizing
When buying
Mechanic Gloves fit is the key. The
better they fit the better the “Feel” of the glove. Make sure that there is no room at the end of
the finger tips. Below is a general
guide for Mechanic Gloves sizing.
First you need to measure your hand around your
knuckles with a cloth tape measure (Trick: use a string and measure the
string with a ruler if you don't have a cloth tape) Second use the chart below
to order the right size.
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7" - 8" - Small
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8" - 9" -
Medium
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9" - 10" - Large
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10" -
11" - X-Large
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