Mechanix Wear MKP-05-700 Mechanix Team Issue Knee Pad

by Mechanix

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.3 x 8.8 x 3.8 inches ; 1.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001VNZVE
• Item model number: MKP-05-700
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #93,088 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great set of knee pads!, June 28, 2010

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KhGhia - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Mechanix Wear MKP-05-700 Mechanix Team Issue Knee Pad (Tools & Hardware)

I bought these as I have a old injury to my knee. They are well made, but they arent the most padded ones out there in the knee area. Even still I can go long periods doing low electrical work in them with out adjusting them to "the sweet spot". Really the pad on these is so large, unlike the clunky gel cushioned I used to have, that twisting or new positions doesnt require constant fiddling for comfort. I spend more time doing my job then thinking about my knee pads. Behind the knee is basically open to prevent bunching/pressure so that is nice.

the large pad allows you to install them high and they will settle into the perfect spot and stay there the rest of your work shift. Mine have a flexible kevlar weave instead of the plastic cap so I can kneel on conduit and not mar or crush these items while cutting.

I use mechanix gloves for years and I am glad I tried these pads as well. A lil more padding would be nice, but i'd recommend them for the folks who are up and down alot and dont want to worry about their knee pads. these are about as set and forget a pair as I have tried.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Mechanix knee pads, April 19, 2010

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Mike in Tulsa (Tulsa) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Mechanix Wear MKP-05-700 Mechanix Team Issue Knee Pad (Tools & Hardware)

Bought this item to replace a worn out pair of soft knee pads that I had purchased from Lee Valley years ago. I tried a pair of hard shell/cap knee pads but did not like the way they fit and did not like the feel of kneeling on them. My use is mostly for yard work so although the kevlar pad is stiff, it will break in and work well over time and they feel good kneeling in them. Very solid hook & loop so they fit pretty well without binding behind your legs. I am very happy with them!

3.0 out of 5 stars Very Tough But Not Much Padding, January 21, 2012

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I Fixed Your Car "Veelixio" (Mt Holly, NC) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Mechanix Wear MKP-05-700 Mechanix Team Issue Knee Pad (Tools & Hardware)

With the overly-wide straps, these pads hug your legs and stay in place very well, and with all that contact area they don't have to be strapped on so tight that they cut off circulation. The kevlar outer friction area will hold up well to anything they may have to contact. By the way, that area is a woven gray kevlar knit, and not a black shiny surface as shown in the Amazon photo. These pads were designed for Nascar crews, young athletic types who slide quickly on blacktop on their knees. I'm sure they would rate a 5 out of 5 in that setting.

Me, I'm a non-athletic type of 61 years who has old knees that don't like the weight that is applied to them when I get on all fours. They want SOFT and DEEP padding that these pads do not even begin to provide. This padding is about 1/2 inch deep, and is firm. If you have old damaged knees, they will not appreciate your attempting to crawl with these pads.

It's too bad, because it is rare to come across a set of pads with the build quality found in these.