From Filson, one of the best gloves around.....
Two complete gloves in one!
- Goatskin:
- Goatskin is thin, offering a greater
sense of touch than thicker gloves, yet is durable
- Fine-grain, "closed cell" goatskin does
not absorb moisture as readily as other leather
- Made in USA
- Merino wool lining:
- Mid-weight Merino virgin wool is thick
and warm (ideal in autumn and winter
- Worsted finish is smooth and
comfortable (not scratchy)
- Wool keeps your hands warm, even if wet
- Knit with special yarn is wrapped with
Merino wool so that only wool touches your skin
- Nylon reinforced knit wrists for
greater durability
- "Gunn" pattern well suited for gripping guns
or tools
- Wing cut thumb allows unrestricted thumb
movement
- Elastic wristband keeps gloves securely in
place
- Stamped with Filson logo on the back of each
wrist
- Dark Brown leather binding at wrist
Fabric
100% genuine goatskin, fine-grain, closed cell
Lining: 88% Merino virgin wool, 7% nylon, 3% acrylic, 2% Lycra spandex
Weight
Each pair approximately 6 oz Fitting Order our gloves by your hand size. To
determine your hand size, measure around the palm of your hand, above the thumb.
If your hand size is between two sizes, order the larger size. Sizes M, L, XL
Care Leather gloves in normal use require little care. Leather gloves that are
normally kept dry will pick up enough natural oils from your skin to keep them
supple. If they get wet, leather gloves can become stiff as they dry, but should
soften again soon with use.
FAQ
What activities are your goatskin gloves suitable for?
Our Uplander Gloves are made from 100% genuine goatskin, lightweight leather
that is thin but dense, making for a touch glove that gives you superior "sense
of touch." We feel they are suitable for shooting, upland hunting, or any
activity where you want the protection of a tough leather glove, without the
thickness or loss of sensitivity of a heavier work glove.
What is the advantage of the "Gunn" pattern?
The "Gunn" pattern refers to the pattern that is used to stitch the gloves
together. The finger seams are set back to reduce wear, and offer a smooth
surface where the fingers grip. This results in a fit that is well suited for
gripping guns, tools, or the steering wheel.
What do you mean when you say goatskin is fine grain, or closed cell?
Fine grain means that pores in goatskin are smaller and closer together, which
gives goatskin great durability, even though it is relatively thin. Goatskin is
closed cell, meaning it is dense and tight, turning away moisture and oils
naturally.
What do you mean when you say "100% Merino virgin wool?"
100% virgin wool is "virgin" because it comes straight from the sheep, not
trimmings or leftovers recycled from the processing of other wool fabrics.
This allows us to use the longest fibers to weave our fabrics, which is
important because longer fibers are inherently stronger than shorter fibers.
This makes it unnecessary for us to blend synthetic fibers such as nylon or
polyester into our wool to make it stronger.
Thus, we believe our 100% virgin wool is more resilient and long lasting than
wool blends, and you get the full benefit of the wool fibers working for you.
Merino wool is known in the trade for its extra-long, extra-fine fibers that
spin into a very strong, yet very soft yarn that many people can wear against
their skin.
What is the importance of worsted yarns?
Worsted wool yarns are twisted as they are spun, to create a tighter, more
durable and long-lasting material. Many people find worsted wool to be more
comfortable against their skin, because worsted fabrics have a smooth surface.
Is your Merino wool water repellent?
Wool is naturally water repellent, and more importantly, it will retain heat
even when wet. 100% virgin wool will absorb up to 30% of its own weight in
moisture without becoming damp or clammy. On top of that, our socks, gloves, and
long johns have a worsted finish, which means that the surface has even greater
capacity to turn away moisture.
How noisy is wool in the woods?
Wool is very quiet: It doesn`t make noise as you walk through brush or ground
cover, which is greatly valued by hunters in particular.
Filson.... "Might as well have the best!"
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