CHFG
"Michael" Heavy Clamshell Gloves
**The newest batch of Michaels are here. They no longer have a split finger design, instead there is one large pocket for all fingers and there is more grip added to the fingers to help you hang on to your sword!**
What a time to do HEMA! These low-profile mittens by CHFG offer incredible protection AND dexterity. A combo we thought was impossible is finally a reality!
Right out of the box these gloves offer more mobility than any other mitten glove we have used before, which only increases as you break them in further. The fully enclosed thumb provides a high level of protection while the overlapping plates on the knuckles protect against those hits you somehow failed to parry. The plates are also low profile enough to fit in most saber hilts, bucklers, or other spots you can generally cram a heavy glove into.
Every set of gloves comes in a carrying bag and includes replacement parts, with more parts available by request.
For sizing, measure around the palm and the width across the fingers (when gently touching each other), then refer to the sizing listed below:
Large: Width around palm 23 cm / 9 inches or less, finger width 8 cm / 3.15 inches
X-Large: Width around palm 23 cm / 9 inches or more, finger width 8-9 cm / 3.15 to 3.54 inches
Customer Reviews
My hands are able to type this message after several tournaments. Although it wasn't what I was initially looking for due to stock, I am very satisfied with the quality and feel of these protectors.
Excellent craftsmanship. Slightly tight initially but slowly stretching nicely.
Several open mats in, and they are protecting my hands from long sword hits, Sabre, and all the other nonsense that gets past my low-mid hand defense...
The comfort is slightly less than others in the price range, but this goes barely noticed in Sparring, and is worth the better protection IMHO (I take lotsa hits).
I'm happy with the gloves.
Great heavy gauntlets. I do a lot of work with my hands, so I wanted something sturdy to minimize risk of finger or wrist injuries, and the Michaels fit the bill perfectly. They're really quite comfortable once the leather breaks in, and I find the "hoof" format of the leather mitten to be a good middle ground. Personally, I enjoy the more armored look that these have over the the lobster claw look that other heavy gloves tend to go for as well, so the looks are killer.
RJ was an immense help when I screwed up my order too, and I highly recommend SoCal swords for their thorough and personal customer service.
Extreme comfort combined with the best protection that I’ve experienced from clamshells.
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