West County 019CHM Men's Work Glove, Charcoal, Medium

by West County Gardener

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The must-have glove no gardener will want to be without, the West County Gardener Work glove is a gardener's best friend. The well constructed glove makes both a fashion and function statement. Perfect for overall gardening, use it for maintenance and clean-up, light hauling, pruning and planting. It provides protection against thorns, splinters, blisters—even knocks and bruises. The work glove supports and protects hands while going unnoticed during garden tasks. Its supple fabrics make it lightweight, flexible and durable. And it maintains its close fit even after repeated washing

Product Description

The must-have glove no gardener will want to be without, the West County Gardener Work glove is a gardener's best friend. The well constructed glove makes both a fashion and function statement. Perfect for overall gardening, use it for maintenance and clean-up, light hauling, pruning and planting. It provides protection against thorns, splinters, blisters—even knocks and bruises. The work glove supports and protects hands while going unnoticed during garden tasks. Its supple fabrics make it lightweight, flexible and durable. And it maintains its close fit even after repeated washingMade with 20-Percent recycled yarnComfort fit will reduce blistersMachine washableFashionable colorsPull strap will keep debris out

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001FQWPOW
• Item model number: 019CHM
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #133,290 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Gardening Gloves Ever, June 18, 2010

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Colby - See all my reviews

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This review is from: West County 019BRL Men's Work Glove, Brick, Large (Tools & Home Improvement)

I work as a professional landscaper, and these are by far the best gloves I have ever used, and that is after trying numerous brands across the expense spectrum. Go to the West County site, as you have to measure your hand, they have a print out that you measure your hand against, and that makes all the difference. These snug fitting gloves allow you to still do the little things like weed, use tools, etc, while still protecting your hands. They last longer than other brands, breathe better - although your hands can still get warm, clean up great in the washer, and have a number of neat touches - velcro closer keeps dirt out, a terry cloth brow wipe, and just enough padding in just the right areas.

I advise you to check out their site, and see the different gloves they have, and again MEASURE YOUR HAND. I use the Work Gloves, the Landscape Gloves model offers a little extra wear protection - I don't find it useful but maybe if you are working with sharp stone for example would be worth the few extra bucks. They also have rose gloves, and waterproof gloves which I do not have experience with but others swear by for cold, rainy, snowy days if you have to work outdoors in said type of weather.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best gloves ..., September 5, 2010

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Anonymous "Anonymous" (USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: West County 019BRXL Men's Work Glove, Brick, Extra Large (Tools & Home Improvement)

... I ever had. Be sure to use the company's template to figure out proper fit, because these are designed to fit, not to flop around like many work gloves. They do a superior job in preventing blisters, and handle dirt very well. They seem well-made and durable. When I've used these up, I'll buy another pair.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not durable, but the "landscape" ones are, August 13, 2011

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David M Bristor - See all my reviews

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This review is from: West County 019BRL Men's Work Glove, Brick, Large (Tools & Home Improvement)

Update: I contacted West County Gardener's customer service: they asked that I send in my gloves, despite being (slightly) out of warranty. I heard back shortly thereafter, and received a new set of gloves. BUT: they're different gloves: instead of the "work" gloves, they are "landscape" gloves (West County 048CHL Men's Large Landscape Work Glove, Charcoal, which have Kevlar reinforcement in high-wear areas.

These landscape gloves have made all the difference for me. Like the "work" gloves, their fit makes them fine for pruning roses and light work, and their durability lets me use them for hand-hauling all kinds of brush. I've been using them for 3 months now with no problems.

I'm upgrading my review to 2 stars, since the "work" gloves probably are OK for most work. Prices for the 2 models are the same (currently), and they're equally comfortable so get the landscape ones.

Original review:
I bought these based on (a) the reviews on Amazon, (b) trying on gloves at hardware stores, and (c) the West Country web site. When they arrived, I was surprised at how snugly they fit (nice!) and at how flimsy the seemed (darn!). The latter proved the more appropriate impression: Within just over 3 months of purchase and occasional use (less than 3 days/week), the stitching is coming out on some of the finger pads, and the cloth at one of the finger tips just ripped open.