Species overview
No fingers
Modern fingerless gloves only seem to be just "a means of maintaining a cool image for motorcyclists." In fact, such products are used by race car drivers, other athletes, including biathletes. They are often used by the military as well. What these seemingly different specialists have in common is that tactile sensations are important for all of them. Fingerless gloves allow you to operate your fingers as fully as possible, while protecting the main part of the palm from mechanical damage.
Carpenters and bricklayers often try to use fingerless gloves. This piece of equipment guarantees protection from injury and burns. It is suitable for shooting in a wide variety of conditions. Typically, the material is various types of synthetic fibers.
With fingers
Such models are also widely used. Full-fingered gloves are no less often used by the military, police force units and other similar organizations in protective, camouflage special suits. But this performance also attracts racers and bikers. After all, these people can at any time face an unforeseen situation, and additional protection, including for the fingers, has not prevented anyone yet.
Tactical gloves with fingers have also become common equipment for hunters. Accidental touching of a tree, bush, even a separate branch threatens at least the appearance of splinters. In swamps, protection against moisture plays an essential role. And on the river, in the steppe, in the tundra, full-fingered gloves will also not be superfluous. Usually, they are made using materials that guarantee excellent microventilation.
With brass knuckles
No, we are not talking about the brass knuckles that helps in the fight. We are talking about gloves with knuckle protection, which are made on the basis of carbon fiber or other types of sturdy plastic. The cast design allows you to exclude bruises and various other injuries. It will help not only in a skirmish with unfriendly people, but also when falling, even on asphalt, metal or concrete surface.
It should be borne in mind that protection must be very well thought out - after all, its function is not just to save from a blow, it is also important that there is no interference with ordinary actions.
Warm
The most experienced hunters and fishermen, and even the most trained, the most severe special forces soldiers in winter conditions are forced to wear appropriate clothing. Naturally, the case does not do without insulated gloves. Although the products are designed for sub-zero temperatures, there is no need to fear loss of tactile sensations. Sometimes even special contact inserts are added. The role of such elements is to help in working with electronics and other "subtle" manipulations.
The list of varieties, however, does not end there. Assault gloves, although they fully meet the tactical criteria, should be singled out in a special group. For the manufacture of such models, strong fabrics of increased thickness are used. The reason is quite clear: this is the only way to increase resistance to strong impacts. There are also thickenings above the palms, which allows you to go down and up on the ropes more calmly, without fear of injury. This property, of course, will be appreciated not only by participants in special operations, but also by climbers.
Shooting products should not be confused with fingerless ones. These really spetsnaz gloves are designed just for people who actively use military weapons. When firing, some of its parts become very hot, and only special equipment protects from burns.And in a combat situation, a burn is not just a nuisance, but also a source of problems, including an elementary loss of attention; the consequences are predictable - often it is more serious injuries, death, failure of military operations.
In addition, firearms are replete with sharp parts, which sometimes move. Without special gloves, the military would have to unpack the first-aid kit much more often. As for the three-fingered gloves, they are actively used not only by professional shooters, but also by employees of fire and rescue services. Of course, in such products, great emphasis is already placed on protection against high temperatures and open combustion.
Popular manufacturers
You can buy the best tactical gloves for any purpose (and not necessarily black) online. All major manufacturers are constantly selling their wares online. Among foreign suppliers, the Polish company Helikon-tex deserves attention. She is the official supplier of equipment for the forces of the North Atlantic Alliance. The Urban Tactical Line stands out among the assortment, and ordinary consumers often buy these products.
Fans of American products should take a closer look at the 5.11 brand. The main line of this manufacturer is based on a model that was once supplied to the US police. The material for the thumb pads is carefully selected, and therefore you can freely work with the screens of smartphones, especially with walkie-talkies. BlackHawk S. O. L. A. G. Spec is an equally legendary brand. State-of-the-art synthetics guarantee an acceptable feel and optimum grip, even on wet surfaces.
Another major manufacturer is Oakley (California). It was this manufacturer who came up with a special "knuckle-duster" execution scheme earlier than others. It is worth considering that today Oakley is counterfeited by dozens and hundreds of companies in different countries. And the vast majority of illegal copies are of very low quality. The difference is only in the price, and almost an order of magnitude.
You should also take a closer look at the gloves:
- Mechanix Wear;
- Hatch NS430 Specialist;
- IHD Glove Helikon-Tex (featuring an excellent combination of design and functionality);
- Softshell Hendshuhe Glove Mil-Tec (suitable for ambulances and surgeons);
- Buff Original;
- Petzl;
- Ursus.
Selection Tips
Choosing the right tactical gloves means taking into account all the subtleties, even the design
After all, if special forces put bare functionality in the first place, then even for an auto mechanic, an experienced tourist or an ordinary policeman, the external grace of equipment is very important. The main considerations will be:
- the need to work with weapons;
- the need for protection from water;
- suitability for use in the cold season;
- the quality of the fit.
Both special forces and hunters, tourists, fishermen should try on gloves, having weapons and equipment with them. This is the only way to assess their compatibility. Sometimes the result is strikingly different from the results of a simple fitting.
But not everything is so simple. Sometimes it makes sense to buy, albeit inconvenient, but reliably protecting products in winter. You can get used to gloves that are uncomfortable at first. To take advantage of even very good and pleasant ones, due to which the fingers are frostbitten - no. If you have to even periodically search the detainees, their vehicles, repair the car, build something - you need protection from cuts and punctures.
It is also relevant for travel in uninhabited areas. Rigid protection of fingers and joints will save from bruises and bruises
Important: for those who need to systematically provide first aid, gloves with a Gore-Tex membrane or its equivalent are desirable. They reduce the risk of infection and contact with hazardous body fluids
Of course, other people's feedback should also be taken into account.
In the next video, you will find the TOP 10 of the most popular tactical gloves.
Materials (edit)
Real “tacticians” choose products with both synthetic and natural fabrics. Contrary to popular belief, "synthetics" are not always bad, and natural, accordingly, are not always good. In any case, wear resistance plays an important role. Natural leather can be used both for the entire glove and for the most critical parts of it. Leather inserts reliably protect and allow you not to be afraid of contact with water.
The faux leather is pretty good too. When manufactured according to modern standards, it completely replaces the natural analogue. If eco-leather inserts are used, slip on contact with metal is reduced. Among synthetic fabrics, Kevlar and neoprene are the most respected. These materials:
- do not light up;
- mechanically strong;
- excellent air permeability;
- prevent abnormal sweating.
Cotton cloth in tactical gloves is used less and less. It provides excellent micro-ventilation. Cotton fabric is easy to clean and tidy up
It will dry out quickly, which is just important in a campaign and in structures of constant readiness. However, the disadvantage will be a short service life, especially with systematic use.
Gloves with quartz sand are mostly worn not by representatives of special forces, but by guards. The role of sand is to strengthen the areas of the phalanges; additional reinforcement can be made with metal inserts. In many cases, such models are equipped with wrist restraints. They are actively used by those who go in for martial arts.
But gloves with quartz sand are still bought by motorcyclists, cyclists and those who are fond of active sports.
Important: Outwardly similar to tactical gloves "mitts" are an integral part of a purely female wardrobe. They are made of lace, and such accessories do not provide any real combat protection.
But it is curious that they have found the widest application among yachtsmen, who have to unwind and unwind kilometers of ropes per day. Skin damage insurance not only keeps you healthy, but also increases your chances of winning races. So it is also, in a sense, a "tactical" product.
Cycling "mitts" also have a purely protective function. Such designs are fixed with Velcro
When creating them, be sure to pay attention to whether it will be convenient to use the steering wheel. Some models are equipped with reinforced pads to help prevent injury
But this is more likely the outfit of a professional cyclist or an advanced amateur.
Biathlon gloves usually have a fold-down sleeve that covers the upper phalanx of the index finger. When the athletes are already at the shooting line itself, they throw back the case. A finger that has not been protected from the cold and was previously warm has a particularly high sensitivity. High-quality ergonomics of the product play a special role in biathlon.
