Leather Gloves
Leather Gloves Built for Work
Shop leather work gloves in grain and split cowhide, pigskin and deerskin — drivers, leather-palm gloves, insulated winter styles and heat-resistant BBQ gloves. Most come in multi-pair packs in men’s sizes up to X-Large, with bulk pricing for crews. G & F Products has made work gloves since 1985. Not sure which leather fits your job? Compare them below, or browse all work gloves.
Leather Work Gloves by Type of Leather
| Leather | What it’s like | Best for | Our gloves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grain cowhide | Smooth outer layer of the hide; the best fit and feel, good abrasion resistance | Driving, equipment operation, general labor | 6003-3 grain cowhide, 3-pair · 6203 patch-palm drivers |
| Split cowhide | Inner layer of the hide; thicker and rougher, the most economical | Construction, demolition, material handling | 6050 straight thumb, 3-pair · 6053 ball & tape cuff |
| Suede leather palm | Split-leather palm on a breathable cotton back | Yard work, warehouses, general utility | 5015 leather palm, 5-pair · 5215L double palm, 5-pair · 5025L-5 extra-long safety cuff |
| Pigskin | Breathes well and stays soft after getting wet | Wet or sweaty work, landscaping, ranch work | 2002-3 full-grain pigskin drivers (washable) |
| Deerskin | The softest and most flexible leather | Cold-weather work that needs finger dexterity | 7805 deerskin Thinsulate winter gloves |
| Insulated leather | Leather shell with fleece, pile or Thinsulate lining | Winter outdoor jobs | 6013 grain cowhide winter · 6454L-3 suede pile-lined · 2012 pigskin fleece-lined · all cold weather gloves |
| Heat-resistant leather | Suede and cowhide with cotton lining and Kevlar stitching | Grilling, fireplaces, fire pits | 8113 leather BBQ gloves · 8115 BBQ & fireplace gloves |
Men’s Leather Work Gloves: Fit and Sizing
Our leather work gloves are cut in men’s sizes, Small to X-Large depending on the style; the 2002-3 pigskin drivers are unisex. Measure around your palm just below the knuckles and size up if you are between two sizes. A keystone thumb (6003-3, 6203, 6013) wraps the thumb seam around its base for a closer fit and less hand fatigue on long shifts; a straight thumb (6050, 6053) is roomier and easier to pull on and off. Full guide: how to size work gloves.
Leather vs. Coated Work Gloves
Leather resists abrasion, punctures and heat better than coated knit gloves, but it is not rated for cut protection. For blades, glass or sheet metal, choose ANSI-rated cut resistant gloves. For demolition and masonry, see construction gloves; for shop and tool work, mechanics gloves. New to leather? Read the work gloves buying guide and our guide to cleaning and caring for leather work gloves.