Ruf Terrain[TK] Posted April 9, 2007 Report Share Posted April 9, 2007 I have had a set of Nomex flight gloves for about a year and a half and they are all pilled. I need to replace them with something more durable but comfortable. Chemical gloves may be accurate but sound uncomfortable. Suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnriottt Posted April 9, 2007 Report Share Posted April 9, 2007 I am using a set I got from SA a while ago. Kinda a cross between a Novamex with a synth leather center finger trim. I like the look even if not accurate. Downside is they turn my hands black when I sweat. Chem gloves would be horrible to sweat in, yuck... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobby fletcher Posted April 9, 2007 Report Share Posted April 9, 2007 Chemical gloves here =) i have had no problem with them at all infact i injoy them.... But then again i am one of the odd guys that dont sweat... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK4205 Posted April 9, 2007 Report Share Posted April 9, 2007 I use a pair of landscaping gloves I got from home away from home depot. They're rubber and pollyester. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted April 9, 2007 Report Share Posted April 9, 2007 I just use the cheap black washing up gloves and they are fine for me. I occasionally dust them with talcum powder and have no problems at all. You could use lycra/spandex gloves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperTrooper Posted April 9, 2007 Report Share Posted April 9, 2007 You could use lycra/spandex gloves. Thats what I use. It's nice not to have sweaty hands while in armor. They are a little girly for my taste but they were free, and once I'm suited up you can't tell anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK4999[TK] Posted April 10, 2007 Report Share Posted April 10, 2007 I have used the lycra/spandex gloves, but as I am upgrading my "look" (thanks to all the great stuff being discussed here in the FISD!), I let Chazz talk me into getting some rubber gloves, but I have not trooped in them yet. I also have some nomex gloves on order too, since I am not sure how rubber gloves will feel when it is 90 degrees in the summer... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobby fletcher Posted April 10, 2007 Report Share Posted April 10, 2007 I have used the lycra/spandex gloves, but as I am upgrading my "look" (thanks to all the great stuff being discussed here in the FISD!), I let Chazz talk me into getting some rubber gloves, but I have not trooped in them yet. I also have some nomex gloves on order too, since I am not sure how rubber gloves will feel when it is 90 degrees in the summer... they will feel clammy LMAO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK4999[TK] Posted April 10, 2007 Report Share Posted April 10, 2007 they will feel clammy LMAO! Yeah, go ahead and laugh, Chazz... I sometimes wear a black wetsuit instead of the lycra/spandex bodysuit, so I might as well use rubber gloves since my whole body is in rubber... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruf Terrain[TK] Posted April 15, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 (edited) Has anyone used anything like this? They might be a little long but easily trimmed. ----------------- Edited February 17, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobby fletcher Posted April 15, 2007 Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 (edited) Ruf Terrain said: Has anyone used anything like this? They might be a little long but easily trimmed. ------------- they look great. Edited February 17, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted April 15, 2007 Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 Roger that - excellent find Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruf Terrain[TK] Posted April 15, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2007 I ordered them so I will let you know what I think once I have used them. Nomex gloves just don't age well. I would guess, to keep them looking nice, you need to replace them every 1-2 years. At least that is my experience. The fabric gets pilled and looks like an old teddy bear. This soft leather should last a long time. If it gets spots on it, the leather can be easily redyed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK4999[TK] Posted April 16, 2007 Report Share Posted April 16, 2007 Has anyone used anything like this? They might be a little long but easily trimmed. Yeah, especially the gauntlets look like they might need to be tailored a bit so they don't bunch up under the forearm armor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2H Posted April 21, 2007 Report Share Posted April 21, 2007 What about black Neoprene gloves (shooting gloves or other types)? I found the non-gauntlet type of Deerskin riding gloves on Fox Creek's website as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-9805 Posted October 26, 2007 Report Share Posted October 26, 2007 (edited) Found these at Wal-Mart today for $9.96. What do you think? Sorry about the colors. Didn't have time to edit. The gloves are pitch black with suede palms and ribbed backs. Just have to cover up the MechPro logo on the tabs. ------------- Edited February 17, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted October 26, 2007 Report Share Posted October 26, 2007 I tried the "accurate" rubber glove route once and ditched them immediately. I've been sticking with the nomex flight gloves ever since, and they're easily found for under $20. Actually, I have an extra pair I need to sell (shameless plug). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperTrooper Posted October 26, 2007 Report Share Posted October 26, 2007 Actually, I have an extra pair I need to sell (shameless plug). What size? I'm looking to get a new pair. (sorry for the hijack guys) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted October 26, 2007 Report Share Posted October 26, 2007 Large. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
even sung[TK] Posted October 26, 2007 Report Share Posted October 26, 2007 Fake Nomex Flight Gloves---------cheapest as far as I know.only $3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigturc Posted October 26, 2007 Report Share Posted October 26, 2007 I'm looking for gloves too .. Until this week, I had the cheapest rubber gloves, but they dried up on my mannequin before even using them!!! I bought another 1$ pair for my halloween party. It's gonna be my first time using them but I'd like something not rubber .. I feel like it'll be disgusting after an hour in those!!! Daetrin, PM Sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daetrin[Admin] Posted October 26, 2007 Report Share Posted October 26, 2007 (edited) Alas my gloves were sold to SuperTrooper. If you search Ebay for "black nomex flight gloves" you can find them on the cheap, but I'm not sure of the durability. Per request, I'm adding the below from a PM I sent an individual: Quote OneStopKnifeShop occasionally has sales. I bought two pair there awhile back at $25/pair. I don't find them too hot at all. The fabric is pretty breathable. Then again, 80 degrees is hot for Seattle. :-p But I can tell you that rubber gloves are miserable. Cold in the winter, hot in the summer. Ugh sad.gif I think all leather would have the same problems, which is why I like the flight gloves. You can probably Google and find a cheaper outlet. In fact, check out US Cavalry: -------------- The cheapest are $18 but only 3 star. The 4.5 star ones are $30. I think the cheaper ones should be fine for trooping. I mean, it's not like we're doing MOUT practice like some of the customers are. Edited February 17, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working, removed gmrhodes13 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormtrooperjoe Posted October 26, 2007 Report Share Posted October 26, 2007 heehee mout training I remeber those days as a airsofter............ still have my rifle and my side arms. sorry about that... hmm gloves do the gloves have to be all black i know dumb question but could it have like a gray tint to it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SethB6025[501st] Posted October 27, 2007 Report Share Posted October 27, 2007 I like the rubber gloves. They will make your hands sweat but the rest of you is sweating anyway so whatever. I like the dexterity they afford, and they wash up nice and easy. Plus, they are cheap enough to keep a few pair in the bin just in case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt Steve Posted January 24, 2008 Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 So far I have a pair of $5.00 cheap gardening gloves I got from Men's Work Wear here in Canada. Other then them being too short in the wrist area, they work well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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