Thinking about picking up a pair. Anyone stock them in order to try on different sizes? Any recommended brands?

I've looked at different gloves at the shot show, but never bought a pair, probably will tho

I don't use shooting gloves, driving gloves, riding gloves, or love gloves.

I don't use shooting gloves, driving gloves, riding gloves, or love gloves.

 

I use gloves depending on the weather. If its rainy and/or cold out, I would. I have experienced cold, but not wet yet at my outdoor range (though I have in all climates in my previous life). Ultimately, I really don't wear gloves for "shooting" per se, but for the other conditions I might deal with (like the weather, or if I'm going to be on the move and have to use my hands to navigate around, etc). But if I knew I might ever shoot with gloves on, I think it would be good to at least practice a bit as it changes up a bit.

I've worn just brown jersey gloves when shooting in freezing temperatures.

 

My old man sometimes wears shooting gloves with pistols, some of them don't fit his hands right, so the sharp edgees, combined with his medical problems, sometimes they prevent a bloody mess.

I have a pair of Mechanix original gloves that I keep in my range bag. They work really well when it's wet, cold, or super hot out (FSB on a AR when the temps 100 degrees out, after repeated fast strings). The one huge benefit is that they are thin enough to have pretty good dexterity, and I'm able to still manipulate the weapon (safeties, levers, mag release, whatever).

 

http://www.mechanix.com/ You can usually find better pricing on Amazon or other sites.

 

However as Ben said, you really should practice with them. I'd even recommend operating the weapon without any ammo before shooting to make sure you can still safely handle it.

I use UnderArmour Gloves....

 

Thin, and even have the grippy things on the fingertips...

 

http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/m ... 006610-002

I would recommend Mechanix too. I've been using Hatch gloves forever, though I am probably due for some new ones-- and would probably go with Mechanix myself.

My way of thinking says that if you are going to use shooting gloves, then buy shooting gloves. They are designed to give you some benefit, beyond just covering skin, when shooting. I'd look for ones that include light gel padding in the palm or web area of the hand. Or something that allowed the tip of your trigger finger to be exposed. Or something that gave you a better grip on the gun (although I prefer that be accomplished through the type of grips on the gun). I don't see the point of just putting on gloves. I also feel that any issue addressed by using gloves (other than protection from the cold) means there is something lacking in your choice of grips. Grips are easily changed out, available in all sorts of configurations, materials and cosmetics and can be tailored to address most problems. JMHO.

 

Adios,

 

PIzza Bob

I was looking for a set of gloves since some of the guns I have give me a bite once in a while. After some research I ended up buying the fingerless paintball gloves from Sports Authority. The price was around $12 or so. The fact that they're fingerless helps in reloading and other tasks while providing enough cushion for the bite issue I had.

In any case I'd suggest trying them on and see which ones you would feel more comfortable in.

Not really shooting gloves per se, but I use Southwest Motorsports/Camelbak Vent CT's when I'm taking classes in the summer. Between sweaty hands and very hot barrels, they come in handy. I've also worn them when it was chilly out a couple times and did an ok job of keeping the cold wind from making my hands numb. They're not made anymore I think, but the current Camlebak Vent is similar.

Bought a pair of Mechanix "The Original" gloves, but haven't actually tried them yet 'cept around the house.