2019-03-19
Fighting against the odds - which tactical gloves to choose?
When planning a survival or bushcraft expedition, keep your safety in mind. Of course, the basis is warm clothing and safety equipment in case of rain. However, protection from cold and moisture is not all that should be kept in mind.
Work performed while confronting wildlife, exposes users to potential injuries, cuts, abrasions and situations that can cause infections. Did you know that you can avoid it? Tactical gloves not only will they protect your hands and fingers from sharp sticks, rough stones and splinters, but they will also minimize slippage when getting firewood or building a shelter.
Although this is equipment produced mainly for the uniformed services, you too can benefit from them. Survivalists, bushcrafters, anglers, do-it-yourselfers, or even ASG and paintball enthusiasts often go for such products, as they guarantee satisfaction.
Work performed while confronting wildlife, exposes users to potential injuries, cuts, abrasions and situations that can cause infections. Did you know that you can avoid it? Tactical gloves not only will they protect your hands and fingers from sharp sticks, rough stones and splinters, but they will also minimize slippage when getting firewood or building a shelter.
Although this is equipment produced mainly for the uniformed services, you too can benefit from them. Survivalists, bushcrafters, anglers, do-it-yourselfers, or even ASG and paintball enthusiasts often go for such products, as they guarantee satisfaction.
Tactical gloves versus products for amateurs
In theory, building gloves with a rubber layer on the inside of the hand will suffice for basic hand protection - but only in theory. Survival is not construction, and there are many more potential dangers in the forest than at work. To introduce the subject of this element, let's take the slightly cheaper ones first mechanix Wear FastFit gloves. Their price is about 60 zloty. Considering that these are simply gloves, for some people with little experience, this may be a high amount of money. However, remember that this is a one-time purchase and you won't have to buy a new product before every trip. If you invest the funds in a decent range, it will also be functional for much longer and when your colleagues have already changed their 3rd or even 4th pair, you will still be using your Mechanix Wear FastFit.
Mechanix Wear FastFit Gloves are available in 5 color variants, making it easy to match them with your survival outfit. They provide a high level of comfort, as the upper part is made of highly flexible and breathable TrekDry material. Thus, it can be expected that the given tactical gloves will be characterized by excellent ventilation. On the other hand, a secure grip is provided by an inner layer of synthetic leather (also located between the toes). So you don't have to worry about slipping your axe or other tools while working.
Slightly more expensive mechanix Wear The Original gloves
The difference in price is £24. So is there anything to pay extra for? If you use your gloves heavily, in our opinion it is worth it. They have been equipped with additional layers of material, making them even better at wicking away moisture. A big bonus is Clarino Palm, a material whereby flooding with water or oil minimizes damage to the synthetic leather by 25%.
Mechanix Wear The Original Gloves they also use Velcro at the wrist for a better grip on the hand. In the model Mechanix Wear FastFit only a welt has been used, which is a little worse at holding the product in place, although it is also satisfactory.
Mechanix Wear The Original Gloves they also use Velcro at the wrist for a better grip on the hand. In the model Mechanix Wear FastFit only a welt has been used, which is a little worse at holding the product in place, although it is also satisfactory.
Which to choose? The cheaper range is recommended for beginners who are not building an advanced camp for many hours. More expensive gloves, however, will perform much better in very extreme conditions. So choose for yourself into which category you can put your experience and future plans.
