Work Gloves for Repair and Recovery

[Rigged]

Does anyone have any suggestions for work gloves that are durable?

I have used the following Mechanix gloves. They have the best fit of anything that I have used, but they don't seem to last past six months. I'd like the tactile feeling that Mechanix gloves give which seems to be the biggest problem with a durable work glove.

The Original
M-Pact
M-Pact 2
Impact Pro
CG Impact Pro

Please let me know if any of you have had any good experiences with a certain type/brand.

[racemedic]

I have used both Mechanix and Ringers gloves with the same results, they wearout fast. I just recently picked up a few pairs of nitrile coated gloves to see how they last.

[opie]

I have a pair of the padded palm Mechanix gloves that I use for splicing used double braid composite rope. So far they have outlasted any other glove Ive tried and splicing used rope is a chore at best. I just noticed tonight that the stitching on the side where the tag is, is starting to come undone. But other than that, they have worn well. I do also use them at my real job with no real issues.

I too prefer the fit and tactile retention of the Mechanix gloves so I am willing to sacrifice longevity over something heavier.

[bfdiesel]

I get the rubber nitrile coated cloth gloves. Cheap, good grip wet or dry, but not much padding.

[goodtimes]

We use the 'Firm Grip' brand gloves from Home Depot (we require all employees to wear hand protection on the job). The 'heavy duty' version ($20/pair) puts up with a lot of hard use, and the mechanics don't seem to mind the fit - even when working with smallish parts.

We have a substantial budget, and will get pretty much any PPE that the employees want or need. When it comes to gloves, we tried a lot (even some @ +$50/pair), and these are what they like best.

[I Leak Oil]

I've never liked performing mechanical tasks with full gloves. I've also found that the Mechanix product is good except the fingers usually wear out first. That's perfect for me, buy a pair, cut the finger tips off and they last much longer....That's just me though.

[maxama10]

I have multiple pairs of these. We use them at work (hand protection required at all times). http://www.tcr-online.com/servlet/th...wk-Slip/Detail http://www.americangloveco.net/store...cat=267&page=1
http://www.themanstoreonline.com/Maj...s-p/2136hy.htm
Very similar to mechanix gloves but touted as tougher than leather.

[keezer37]

We use the 'Firm Grip' brand gloves from Home Depot (we require all employees to wear hand protection on the job). The 'heavy duty' version ($20/pair) puts up with a lot of hard use, and the mechanics don't seem to mind the fit - even when working with smallish parts.

We have a substantial budget, and will get pretty much any PPE that the employees want or need. When it comes to gloves, we tried a lot (even some @ +$50/pair), and these are what they like best.

I've used these for some time now. You can usually find them on the isle end caps in a bin, ten pairs for ten dollars. They are great for wrenching. Good for a full days work. New day, fresh pair of clean gloves.

[tperkins]

I've heard a lot about Ringers mechanics gloves. I have a pair of ringers extrication gloves, which I use for rescue and recovery, and really like them. From my extrication glove use, I'd say their mechanic gloves would be worthwhile.

[racemedic]

I have multiple pairs of these. We use them at work (hand protection required at all times). http://www.tcr-online.com/servlet/th...wk-Slip/Detail http://www.americangloveco.net/store...cat=267&page=1
http://www.themanstoreonline.com/Maj...s-p/2136hy.htm
Very similar to mechanix gloves but touted as tougher than leather.

That's a good price on these, much better than Mechanix or Ringers.