Gloves for warmth AND shooting?

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I've got a problem. My hands are apparently kind of large. If I use Mechanix type gloves, I have to get 2X (when I can find them, and they are still a little tight.

I'm tired of buying new crappy gloves that barely (or don't) work every other hunting season.

I'm older and on blood thinners of course, so I get a little colder than I used to. I'm still pretty hot natured, so don't really need artic style anything.

I would love to find some that I could wear while hunting, that offered a little warmth, but were still "skinny" enough on the trigger finger to reasonably fit in the trigger guard and at least allow me to sense the trigger before I apply any force.

Other than hunting they'd only be used for riding the 4-wheeler in inclement weather.

And while I wouldn't buy them in bright neon or anything, camo is not really necessary. The critters and I got over that notion a long time ago. Camo is fine, but not necessary.

Have you "larger hands" fellas found any nice gloves that might fit the bill?
 
I had a pair of electric heated gloves, a little thicker than mechanic gloves but toasty warm while the battery lasted. I can't remember the brand and they got swiped at work, they weren't super expensive.
 
As suggested - take a look at MX gloves or mountain biking gloves for something similar but a little lighter, they offer enough dexterity while retaining enough cold weather protection. I don't have huge hands but I like Magpul gloves, but they probably won't provide enough warmth when required.
 
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I use these…if it’s really cold, I’ll double up. They don’t seem bulky to me and I have no problems manipulating a rifle. I still have a bit of residual neuropathy from the chemo and exposure to cold amplifies it. With these, my hands don’t get cold, at all.
 
I have some thin warm gloves from under armour that leave plenty of room to shoot with them on. I can’t remember the style name and all the ink has worn off the tag but they would work perfect for you if you can find some big enough.
 
I'm a big fan of PIG Shooting Gloves. Looks like they have a cold weather version available in 2x as well.

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PIG (FDT) Cold Weather Glove

PIG Full Dexterity Tactical (FDT) Cold Weather Glove
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A little pricey but well worth it in my opinion.
 
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I get cold very easily, especially if damp & my feet & hands sweat more than anything else, even when cold. The only thing I’ve found that works is wool. I use wool gloves with leather on the palm to fingers. They don’t get cold easily & I can see the steam rolling off when it’s cold.
I use these, and another pair that has a thinsulate layer against the skin unless it’s really cold.
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Stanford

A waterproof gun cut glove offering control with a balance of warmth and breathability. Ideal for use in all weather conditions. Free shipping available.
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Completely changed my hunting. They last too. I do have a super thin pair of underarmors cold gear liners when it gets really cold.
 
You might look at upland hunting gloves, eg Orvis leather gloves. I think they used to be kangaroo leather but looks like they are sheepskin now.

I also have a pair of Kuiu attack gloves that I like pretty well. They are thick enough to take the edge off the cold but are thin enough that I can still feel the trigger. And they are snug/sticky enough not to just slide all around on your hand or on a gun.
 
When I go to a class outside in the winter or I am going to be outside for hours I take paper tape and tape hand warmers to the inside of my wrist somewhat loosely. Then pull the sleeves over them. I don't need gloves even though it is very cold. They last about 8 hours. I usually put them in my pocket too, but the hands are key. Next spring Dollar General and Walmart will have these hand warmers in large packs for cheap. Stock up.
 
I've got and tried all sorts of gloves to use while hunting, but the ones I use almost every time are some cheap fleece gloves I got at Walmart. I believe they were about $2/pair and I keep a pair in my hunting coat and my hunting overalls. They keep my hands as warm as the much thicker gloves and they are still thin enough that I can shoot with them on.

I have not been able to find socks to keep my toes warm, even with different types of wool, propylene liners, etc. Doubling up constricts them enough that they get even colder. Tried all types of boots also.
 
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You might look at upland hunting gloves, eg Orvis leather gloves. I think they used to be kangaroo leather but looks like they are sheepskin now.

I also have a pair of Kuiu attack gloves that I like pretty well. They are thick enough to take the edge off the cold but are thin enough that I can still feel the trigger. And they are snug/sticky enough not to just slide all around on your hand or on a gun.
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Just in case anyone is considering trying Kuiu gloves, I got a mailer today that says their “biggest sale of the year” starts on 11/2. Not sure what is on sale but might be worth waiting…
 
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I have not been able to find socks to keep my toes warm, even with different types of wool, propylene liners, etc. Doubling up constricts them enough that they get even colder. Tried all types of boots also.
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Try spray antiperspirant on feet. Before leaving house. Feet sweat and once moist all bets are off. Change into dry socks before walking to stand or if it is a long walk take them with you and change in stand. I am on bp meds and my hands and feet get cold. Good wool socks and the gloves I mentioned earlier have really helped. I duck hunt too.
 
beamernc said:
I've got and tried all sorts of gloves to use while hunting, but the ones I use almost every time are some cheap fleece gloves I got at Walmart. I believe they were about $2/pair and I keep a pair in my hunting coat and my hunting overalls. They keep my hands as warm as the much thicker gloves and they are still thin enough that I can shoot with them on.

I have not been able to find socks to keep my toes warm, even with different types of wool, propylene liners, etc. Doubling up constricts them enough that they get even colder. Tried all types of boots also.
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I’ve put my hands on so many quality brand ‘insulated’ hunting boots, ZERO insulation in the toe box.
Other than electric, the only effective course I can come up with- Get oversized boots, put in thick wool insoles, wear liners under thick wool socks.
 
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Think I bought the Northface pair when I used to ride the bike a lot. My rule was if it was 40 or higher I rode. 40 while riding was cold on the hands. Both pairs are basically to keep the wind and wet off your hands. No real insulation but IMO that style is pretty good for about 95% of our weather here. I’ve got a few thicker pairs for that week or 2 a year when it gets cold and snows. And for the mountains. The material is kind a stretchy with a tight fir so shooting, changing gears on a bike or most things are easy.
 
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TIG welding gloves made from deerskin.

They offer alot of finger dexterity. Any good welding supply store should have a good supply that you can try on and check fit.
 
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TIG welding gloves made from deerskin.

They offer alot of finger dexterity. Any good welding supply store should have a good supply that you can try on and check fit.
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These are my favorite leather work gloves. Tillman makes leather welding gloves, they fit me better than any of the others I’ve tried. These have no insulation.
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Tillman makes great gloves! Very durable....

The deerskin TIG gloves will withstand alot more heat than leather gloves while still offering a bunch of flexibility/dexterity.

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well, i wear cheap, fleece mittens
with a trigger-finger slit.
sort of like this web pic:
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I have similar size hands and don’t have a perfect solution, I’m not a fan of bulky gloves. Most “hunting gloves” are too thick to use when manipulating weapons, especially reloading shotguns. I wear a slip on Mechanix glove or shooting glove on my shooting hand and something warmer on my left. I like Manzella fleece camo gloves and the Minus33 brand wool liner gloves for my left hand. My Dad taught me the trick of wearing two types and keeping my shooting hand in my pocket with a hand warmer if necessary.
 
Ok. So I have some of the same problems but XL usually work for me.

Add to that I touch nasty, wet stuff all day and then have to work on trucks too.

I needed something that lasts, is water and compactor juice resistant, warmish in the winter but not too warm in the summer and can be washed a few times.

Mechanics gloves, even the more expensive ones don’t last.

I spent a huge amount of money on Duluth trading globes that lasted about 6 months.

Tried every other glove I could find.

One day I was in northern tool and spotted these. Bought a pair and was surprised they lasted about a year.

I’ve since found them cheaper on Amazon

 
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Ok. So I have some of the same problems but XL usually work for me.

Add to that I touch nasty, wet stuff all day and then have to work on trucks too.

I needed something that lasts, is water and compactor juice resistant, warmish in the winter but not too warm in the summer and can be washed a few times.

Mechanics gloves, even the more expensive ones don’t last.

I spent a huge amount of money on Duluth trading globes that lasted about 6 months.

Tried every other glove I could find.

One day I was in northern tool and spotted these. Bought a pair and was surprised they lasted about a year.

I’ve since found them cheaper on Amazon

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The woke crowd will try to get these gloves cancelled.
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Chdamn said:
Ok. So I have some of the same problems but XL usually work for me.

Add to that I touch nasty, wet stuff all day and then have to work on trucks too.

I needed something that lasts, is water and compactor juice resistant, warmish in the winter but not too warm in the summer and can be washed a few times.

Mechanics gloves, even the more expensive ones don’t last.

I spent a huge amount of money on Duluth trading globes that lasted about 6 months.

Tried every other glove I could find.

One day I was in northern tool and spotted these. Bought a pair and was surprised they lasted about a year.

I’ve since found them cheaper on Amazon

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Old thread, but I bought a pair of these on @Chdamn suggestion here before Christmas. I’m often in a muddy hole this time of year, and these have surprised me how well they’ve worked fitting pipe in some nasty wet conditions. They dry out fine without getting tough or cracking. I have used the Mechanix brand the last few years, but they’re only good for a couple months. I’ll be buying more of these.
 
I was gifted a set of the milwaukee cold weather gloves and they fit pretty tight and warm and are nice so far just not much time with them to comment on longevity but they are pretty inexpensive. Although the red color is probably a turn off for your purposes.
 
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