Work mechanic gloves
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94yj
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i use these daily at work and they last i have been on one pair for about 3 months and they are doing great https://www.northerntool.com/shop/t...edium=011119_Milwaukee&cid=5080&mid=430249510
I was using the Mechanix brand but they seem to fall apart quite fast.
I found some light duty gloves at home depot which were much cheaper and seem to be holding up pretty good so far and fit better too.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-Extra-Large-Light-Duty-Mechanics-Glove-4-Pack-PU8842XL/301742264
I found some light duty gloves at home depot which were much cheaper and seem to be holding up pretty good so far and fit better too.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-Extra-Large-Light-Duty-Mechanics-Glove-4-Pack-PU8842XL/301742264
PWC Repair
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I like the Husky medium duty gloves from Home Depot. 3 pairs for $15. Takes me about 6 months to go through them.
Super Mech
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Subscribed. Been loooing for the same thing. Preferably waterproof/resistant.
619DioFan
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I like the black and red hardy brand mechanics gloves from HF. They are 1/2 the price of mechanix brand. the impact protection on them has saved my hands more than once. I usually wait for a 8.99 or so coupon and by 4-5 pairs at a time.
kctyphoon
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The Milwaukee demolition gloves are hands down the best work gloves ive ever used. I used the buy the “industrial” mechanix gloves, and pair after pair, the seems would split on the fingers.. it got so insane i would throw 3 pairs of them into the washing machine, and walk back into lowes saying I’m spending $35 on gloves so this doesnt happen - and lowes would even exchange them all..
I’m not sure how YOU will like them for working on cars. They are a little bit thicker in some places, but they DONT fall apart.. they even got a significant price drop not long ago - from $25 to $15 a pair.. they are the only ones i buy if i can help it.
Its nice too cause they have smart swipe knuckles, and a micro fiber patch to wipe the sweat off your face.
The Milwaukee performance gloves are a little thinner and less robust, but the same price now.
I’m not sure how YOU will like them for working on cars. They are a little bit thicker in some places, but they DONT fall apart.. they even got a significant price drop not long ago - from $25 to $15 a pair.. they are the only ones i buy if i can help it.
Its nice too cause they have smart swipe knuckles, and a micro fiber patch to wipe the sweat off your face.
The Milwaukee performance gloves are a little thinner and less robust, but the same price now.
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DGersic
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Used to like Mechanixwere gloves, but they seem to disintegrate quickly now. Currently trying the black and red Hardy gloves from HF, and so far I’m pleasantly surprised.
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If you don't mind spending the money, these Hyflex gloves are the best I've ever used, fit, form and function. We use them in the refinery and at home they last a fairly long time and have great dexterity. 
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Little pricier than the synthetic mechanics gloves, but I'm a big fan of the Tillman Truefit 1470's.
+1 on these. I was blowing through mechanix gloves every couple months.
The trufit 1470's are very comfortable, and real leather (deerskin and goatskin available).
Locally they cost about the same or slighly less then a pair of mechanix gloves, so its a win win win IMO.
KillNThrill24
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This style is my favorite. I get them from work and use the heck out of them. My vote goes this way.If you don't mind spending the money, these Hyflex gloves are the best I've ever used, fit, form and function. We use them in the refinery and at home they last a fairly long time and have great dexterity.
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Mechanics gloves are great for things like changing tires or exhaust work. Just get a bunch and use what works best for you. Gloves are generally pretty cheap.
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Little pricier than the synthetic mechanics gloves, but I'm a big fan of the Tillman Truefit 1470's.
How do they fit compared to Mechanix? I have short thumbs and Mechanix fit my hands perfectly.
Flybye
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I have used them for 10+ years, and I have noticed their qualify has gone downhill. But I still buy them as I havent bothered to try other brands.
If you don't mind spending the money, these Hyflex gloves are the best I've ever used, fit, form and function. We use them in the refinery and at home they last a fairly long time and have great dexterity.
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I also use something similar, G-Tek Polykor gloves. They fit me well enough to have little impact on dexterity when working on a car. They are just $2-3 when purchased in bulk.
This is the type I prefer. Low level but rated for cut resistance
https://www.mdsassociates.com/catalog/p-104330/pip-g-tek-polykor-pu-coated-gloves
I also have some gorilla grip versions that were purchased on sale. I don't like them as well due to lesser for on my hands and the thinner, less protective fabric.
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To me the fit is about the same - but a little better design on the fingertips.
redidbull
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I use the Harbor Freight ones too. They used to just have the cheap 3 buck ones on sale but they have since added many different types.They even have a cold weather version now. Jim
pelletman
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I like Mechanix fast fit and the Milwaukee version also. For nitrile pretty impressed by the HF 9mil black nitrile
jsmeece
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HF 9mil black nitrile, would recommend as well.
kctyphoon
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If you like the dipped variety. Cut resistant too. Very grippy.
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The tillman fits about the same new, but much better with time because the leather contours to your hand with use.
Get goatskin (the white set), you'll love the dexterity.