Customer Reviews

LEATHER THUMB GUARD LARGE

5 star:		(11)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I purchased two sets of both the thumb and finger guard for wood carving. Having done a good bit of carving over the years, I've had the nicks and occasional cuts that come with the vocation or avocation, mostly in carving miniatures. I once tried wrapping adhesive bandages around my thumb to give me a little protection and cut it to ribbons after just a short time of carving. Leather is definitely a better protection. The only somewhat negative, may be resolved with some time getting used to the guards, but even with my fairly large hands, the guards seem to slip out of place a good bit. Once it is "broken-in" that issue could easily be resolved. Regardless, I am happy with these guards. Well worth the price.

UPDATE: I purchased the standard size Thumb guard and found it to be a good fit without slipping around. Since there is not an easy way to gauge which size you may need, it is probably a good idea to start with the standard size and then get a larger one if needed, or just get one of each size to try. The cost of these is so low it isn't costly to try both sizes if you have really large hands (my ring size is about 10.5). The elastic bands help give the guards some flexibility in the size. I would add the last star for (5) after using the size that fits me well.

If you are just starting with woodcarving or even if you have been doing it for years, be kind to your fingers. Get this leather thumb guard AND the companion finger guard. They will be your first line of defense against ugly cuts, ouches, and boo boo's. I found them comfortable to wear, and they allowed my fingers to move naturally with no worries, no stiffness. Well worth the price in my estimation! Just make sure you get the product size that fits your thumb and fingers best. The best fit will give you the most enjoyment and the most hours of use.

After opening my left finger nuckle doing relief carving, I saw this item from Treeline. So far it has not been needed as I have not slipped again but it seems capable of preventing the accident I had before. Treeline, the shipper, was great about contacting me concerning an error and filling my order. Thanks.

Great Product and delivery - It is what I expected. It looks like it will be just the ticket for keeping my hands "nick" free. I'm not "safe" around sharp edges.

Love these little finger and thumb guards - kept me from many trips to the E.R.!!! Maybe I'm lucky or just a little cautious, but they've prevented me from being cut even once since I started using them years ago. Would definitely recommend them to any and all. Safe carving to you!

bought the leather thumb guard and the leather finger guard....perfect fit for me... excellent value for price..

Bought this with the finger guards for my husband. He loves them for his Intarsia work.

PHEW! My poor bloody fingers are heaving a sigh of relief and I no longer shed blood when carving!

WOW!!! As I stated for the finger guard, the thumb guard is GREAT, the seller is FAST, and the customer is HAPPY!!!! The guard came just a couple of days after I ordered, it is made of a good grade leather, probably around 2-3 oz and fits great. Would highly recommend to friends and family!!!

I still have two thumbs thanks to this. An absolutely essential woodworking product. Get two, you'll be glad you did.