Best work gloves on Reddit
145 reviews from r/electricians, r/BuyItForLife, r/Construction and 27 more subreddits
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#1
Mechanix
4.4
(19)
"Anything mechanix brand is great"
"Mechanixwear has a nice women's line. Their Durahide is water resistant and lasts a long time."
"Mechanix gloves are my favorite."
"Mechanix gloves are my go to."
"Mechanix originals."
"Mechanix original gloves (the black ones). I put mine in my wash every week and they come out looking like new!"
"I really like Mechanix gloves."
"I use mechanix original gloves every day."
"The mechanix gloves seem to work ok for me."
"Ive been using either the regular Mechanixx gloves or the impact variants."
#2
Milwaukee
4.1
(15)
"Milwaukee gloves for the winter one year, guy who was training me said 'yea they’re nice but I’ll be surprised if they last the winter.' He was right."
"Milwaukee #5 is the best imo, bit stiff but they are tougher than nails and skin tight."
"Buy him a box of 7mil or thicker nitrile gloves."
"I initially bought them because they are touch screen compatible."
"I find them cool enough to keep on, but warm enough to not get cold in the freezer."
"Milwaukee gloves with the snow flake on them work well."
"Milwaukee just came out with some thicker Insulated gloves."
"I have been sticking with the Milwaukee cut level 1 gloves for about 4 years now."
"For me, if I was moving around framing lumber I’d use one of the work gloves from any of the brands- (Milwaukee, mechanic gloves)."
"I use the milwaukee *Latex Level 1 Cut Resistant Insulated Winter Dipped Work Gloves*"
#3
Maxiflex
4.4
(9)
"MaxiFlex are the best."
"I'll second the maxi flex."
"I'd highly recommend maxi flex."
"Maxi flex are my personal fav."
"I think the MaxiFlex are the best overall."
"Maxiflex cut resistant gloves are great for grip/wear and dexterity."
"MaxiFlex or MaxiCut."
"Maxiflex 99% of the time."
"I live in my maxi flex gloves. The grip goes quick but damn their so comfortable."
#4
Wells Lamont
4.0
(5)
"I prefer Wells Lamont for all my gloves."
"Wells Lamont unisex adult Men s Water Resistant Leather Work Gloves."
"Wells Lamont!"
"They feel real nice - if I have to end up using them for work gloves no real loss."
"If you need them to be very sturdy/protective/warm or you want leather, i like wells lamont."
#5
Work Gloves
3.8
(4)
"I just keep two pairs. One heavier duty pair for loading, unloading, times when I want to protect my hands more."
"Good work gloves can be amazing. I also find the boxes dry the shit out of my hands."
"I use work gloves like for gardening or handling woods."
"I always wear cheapish work gloves. $2-$5 a pair. They have rubber on the palms and finger section."
#6
Buckskin Gloves
5.0
(3)
"Get a nice pair of buckskin gloves."
"Get a nice pair of buckskin gloves. Buy them slightly small."
"Get a nice pair of buckskin gloves. Buy them slightly small."
#7
Buckskin
5.0
(2)
"Get a nice pair of buckskin gloves. Buy them slightly small."
"Get a nice pair of buckskin gloves. Buy them slightly small. Wear them, They will become the best tool you could ask for."
#8
Watson
5.0
(2)
"Hardly ever take them off, hands feel naked without them."
"Watson Stealth Stingray, best gloves on the market for $14 Canadian."
#9
Ironclad
4.5
(2)
"For durable leather work gloves, get the Ironclad Ranchworx."
"I use Ironclad ranchworx gloves for everything when it comes to work."
#10
Mechanics
4.0
(2)
"The right gloves for the job is also what matters. I wear mechanics gloves for a lot of stuff I do."
"Mechanics gloves, those good ones are the way to go."
#11
Gorilla Grip
4.0
(2)
"I really like Gorilla Grip."
"Gorilla grip gloves are awesome and cheap."
#12
FIRM GRIP
4.0
(2)
"FIRM GRIP Large Utility Work Gloves."
"Those seem to be lasting a while."
#13
Kinco
4.0
(2)
"We all used some $15 cowhide kinco gloves and they lasted for a good while."
"I buy the green Kinco gloves."
#14
Amazon
4.0
(2)
"Just search abrasion resistant gloves on Amazon. You'll get a pair cheap and they are obviously abrasion resistant, but thin enough to retain dexterity and dry easily."
"These are the gloves I buy https://a.co/d/6hIukLS"
#15
Cotton Gloves
4.0
(2)
"I like thick cotton gloves that are dipped."
"I recommend wearing gloves considering all the nasty stuff ya come across!!"
#16
Ninja
4.0
(2)
"Ninja ice are a good glove."
"Very warm and waterproof."
#17
Dex Fit
3.5
(2)
"Dex Fit FN330 Work Gloves."
"I'd sooner cut the thumb off of the glove than the index finger."
#18
Kinko
5.0
(1)
"I love my kinko frost breakers, or superior glove brand."
#19
Isolated Superior
5.0
(1)
"Isolated Superior gloves are top notch."
#20
Goatskin Gloves
5.0
(1)
"I’ve got some goatskin gloves made for roses."
#21
Glassworking Safety Gloves
5.0
(1)
"The standard around here is glassworking safety gloves."
#22
Showa Work Gloves
5.0
(1)
"Showa work gloves."
#23
Handout
5.0
(1)
"When really cold, I add mitts by ‘handout’ over top."
#24
Fingerless Gloves
5.0
(1)
"Can’t go wrong with fingerless gloves!"
#25
T-Max
5.0
(1)
"T-Max heat thinsilation glove liners are an absolute life saver."
#26
Aerostitch
5.0
(1)
"These are definitely BIFL quality and are even made in Duluth, Minnesota!"
#27
Maxiflex Gloves
5.0
(1)
"The green maxiflex ones"
#28
Bellingham Wonder-grips
5.0
(1)
"Bellingham Wonder-grips. The orange ones are warm!"
#29
Youngstown Leathers
5.0
(1)
"The BEST I’ve ever used are heated snowmobiling gloves."
#30
Ergodyne ProFlex 7501
5.0
(1)
"Big fan of 'Ergodyne ProFlex 7501 Coated Waterproof Winter Work Gloves'."
#31
PETZL Corde Gloves
5.0
(1)
"I finally found the ones that check every box!"
#32
Wells Lamont Deerskin Gloves
5.0
(1)
"My old Wells Lamont deerskin gloves have been terrific."
#33
Cabinet Maker Gloves
5.0
(1)
"They are great for feel, little cuts and nicks don't unravel."
#34
Mink Gloves
5.0
(1)
"Mink gloves are wonderful, they are biodegradable and are naturally sourced."
#35
Deerskin
5.0
(1)
"I personally wear deer skin yellow gloves there warm for outdoor work and still allow you to feel edges."
#36
Hyflex
5.0
(1)
"The hyflex 11-600 are often found on film set grips since they’re breathable."
#37
Safety Vests and More
5.0
(1)
"They have a whole category for these kinds of gloves!"
#38
Ninja Ice Gloves
5.0
(1)
"[Ninja Ice] gloves with nitrile underneath if it’s wet."
#39
HyFlex 11-600
5.0
(1)
"The [hyflex 11-600] are often found on film set grips since they’re breathable."
#40
Adirondack American Gloves
5.0
(1)
"Adirondack American gloves."
#41
Gauntlets
5.0
(1)
"I recommend gauntlets and not just gloves. You'll want some forearm protection."
#42
Woman's Work Gloves
5.0
(1)
"My wife has had a pair of these that have lasted many years."
#43
Vermont
4.0
(1)
"I bought a pair of Vermont Gloves in December 2021 and have been wearing them... for over 3 years."
#44
Red Baron
4.0
(1)
"I like red baron’s from Marks. Good solid insulated work gloves."
#45
Wool Gloves
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend two layers of gloves."
#46
Kids Baseball Batting Gloves
4.0
(1)
"I use kids baseball batters gloves for a great fit."
#47
Golf Gloves
4.0
(1)
"Try golf gloves."
#48
Showa Atlas
4.0
(1)
"I use Showa Atlas 451 or 300 depending on how cold it is."
#49
Engelbert+Strauss
4.0
(1)
"Engelbert+Strauss Viper gloves"
#50
Cementex
4.0
(1)
"Cementex class 0 are pretty nice honestly."
#51
Gardening Gloves
4.0
(1)
"Try looking outside of typical 'work' gloves. 'Gardening' gloves or 'horse/barn' gloves might be more inclusive for women's sizes."
#52
Harbor Freight
4.0
(1)
"I like the fingerless work gloves with a hand warmer on the wrist. Harbour freight sells a good pair."
#53
Fireman Gloves
4.0
(1)
"I use Fireman gloves."
#54
MaxiFlex
4.0
(1)
"I wear maxi flex gloves and cheap tight thin white cotton gloves under them."
#55
Atlas Fit
4.0
(1)
"I use atlas fit thinner rubber over cloth."
#56
IRONCLAD
4.0
(1)
"It’s cold and wet these are what I buy."
#57
West Country
4.0
(1)
"They have a waterproof insulated version too."
#58
Klein
4.0
(1)
"I got to try the klein insulated gloves. they were nice, but thick."
#59
Stihl
4.0
(1)
"Chainsaw gloves are my goto for thorn protection."
#60
Sealskinz
4.0
(1)
"Sealskinz worked for me in North Dakota winters."
#61
Vermont Glove
4.0
(1)
"Vermont Glove."
#62
Ansell
4.0
(1)
"Try Ansell, HyFlex worth checking out!"
#63
Local Stores
4.0
(1)
"If you want to be able to rip old labels from bags, get the fingerless type but still have rubberized grip."
#64
Walmart
4.0
(1)
"They'll protect your hands and still give you the ability to use a touchscreen."
#65
Carhartt
4.0
(1)
"Carhartt makes a decent set."
#66
Hot Hands
4.0
(1)
"Brown jersey gloves under leather gloves with hot hands."
#67
Columbia
4.0
(1)
"I've had good luck using Columbia glove liners and a looser glove strapped to my wrist."
#68
Thick Leather
4.0
(1)
"As an electrician i would say thick leather gloves are safer for 120v to 240v but you will loose dexterity."
#69
Elasticized
4.0
(1)
"Try the elasticized gloves with leather pads on the fingers."
#70
Atlas Therma Fit Gloves
4.0
(1)
"Atlas Therma Fit gloves are pretty much the standard here."
#71
Blue Nitrate Gloves
4.0
(1)
"I like to wear blue nitrate gloves under my normal ones."
#72
Milwaukee Heated Sweatshirt
4.0
(1)
"Getting a Milwaukee or other heated sweatshirt is a great investment."
#73
Nitrile Mechanic's Gloves
4.0
(1)
"I tend to use nitrile mechanic's gloves as a base layer, cotton gloves, dipped gloves, then top it with insulated leather."
#74
Dubin Deerskin Gloves
4.0
(1)
"They offer a good combination of warmth, water resistance, and protection."
#75
Craftsman
4.0
(1)
"I had an old Craftsman pair that I wore out, they were only slightly big and so sturdy!"
#76
Metal Cart Gloves
4.0
(1)
"I bought some gloves to keep my hands from freezing to the metal."
#77
ATG MaxiFlex Cut Work Gloves
4.0
(1)
"Firm Grip Large Polyurethane Grip Work Gloves (4-Pack)"
#78
Generic Leather Work Gloves
4.0
(1)
"Personally if I were doing it I’d wear leather, but you said that’s not an option for you."
#79
Generic Plain Leather Work Gloves
4.0
(1)
"Plain leather work gloves seem the best choice."
#80
Mechanics Gloves
4.0
(1)
""Mechanics gloves" have a lot of elastic in them, which can help them stay on."
#81
Mechanix Gloves
4.0
(1)
"Mechanix gloves or something similar would probably be good."
#82
Garden Genie Gloves
3.0
(1)
"Just saw this deal. Don't know if they work."
#83
Costco
3.0
(1)
"I would recommend whatever they sell in packs of 3, 5, etc that are comfortable enough."
#84
Firm Grip Large Polyurethane Grip Work Gloves
3.0
(1)
"Firm Grip Large Polyurethane Grip Work Gloves (4-Pack)"
#85
Harbor Freight Gloves
2.0
(1)
"I use the cheap 1.99 harbor freight gloves lasts a few weeks to a month."
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