MCR Safety MCR926M Mechanics Gloves Synthetic Black/Lime Premium Medium Neoprene

The MCR Safety MCR926M is a pair of mechanics gloves, synthetic, medium, black and lime, adjustable closure, Thermosock lining, black polymer, neoprene cuff, premium grade.

Sizing on an insulated glove deserves a specific warning, because the usual advice runs backwards here.

Insulation works by trapping air. A glove that fits tightly compresses the lining against the hand, which squeezes that air out and destroys the insulation — a tight winter glove is a cold glove. It also restricts circulation, and restricted circulation in the cold is precisely how fingers get cold in the first place. A tight insulated glove is worse than a thin loose one.

So insulated gloves want a slightly looser fit than an unlined equivalent, which means the wearer who takes a medium in an unlined mechanic's glove may want a large here. It is worth asking rather than matching the number.

The Thermosock lining is what makes this a cold-weather glove. Warm hands are capable hands — below a certain temperature, tactile sensitivity and grip strength fall away, and a bulkier insulated hand outperforms a cold bare one.

The neoprene cuff stretches and seals the wrist gap, which is where cold gets in.

Synthetic construction gives consistent properties, machine washability, and no break-in.

Applications include outdoor mechanical work, cold storage, and winter maintenance.

Brand

MCR Safety

SKU

MCR926M

Category

Safety Products

Weight

0.27 lbs

Dimensions

10.00 x 4.50 x 0.40

Price

$29.00

Availability

In stock

Rating

3.33 / 5.0