Are these gloves good for power tool work?

Yes. The Durahide leather palm is built for abrasion resistance when running saws, drills and other power tools. The back is thin, so they are not the choice for heavy impact work.

How do the FastFit Leather gloves fit compared with other Mechanix gloves?

They run close to the hand with single-seam fingertips for dexterity. Several buyers say they run small, so consider going up a size if you are between sizes.

Yes. Mechanix says the gloves can go in the wash. Air dry them rather than putting them in a hot dryer, which can stiffen the leather.

Do they keep hands cool in hot weather?

The CoolPlus woven-mesh back and neoprene knuckle panel are designed to reduce heat buildup. They breathe better than full-leather gloves but are not waterproof.

Are they touchscreen compatible?

No. The leather fingertips are not designed for touchscreen use, so you will need to remove a glove to use a phone.

What are they best suited for?

General maintenance, power tool use, hauling abrasive materials and warm-weather work. For heavy impact or cut hazards, a padded or cut-rated glove is a better match.

Where is the Mechanix Wear FastFit Leather Gloves cheapest?

At Walmart, for $18.19, 35% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Mechanix Wear FastFit Leather Gloves?

Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 139 ratings.

Where can I buy the Mechanix Wear FastFit Leather Gloves?

11 stores we checked sell it, including Acme Tools, Menards, Mechanix Wear, LA Police Gear, MSC Industrial Supply.

Mechanix Wear FastFit Leather Gloves

Best price now

$18.19at WalmartChecked Nov 5

35% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 11 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

4.2 / 5139 ratings

Buyers rate the FastFit Leather well overall, praising the comfortable fit and the grip and durability of the leather palm for general work. Complaints center on sizing and on wear showing sooner than expected at the fingertips and seams.

What people mention

FitMixedMany buyers like the snug, close fit, but some find the sizing runs small and recommend sizing up.
DurabilityMixedThe leather palm holds up well for most, though some report fingertips and seams wearing through under heavy use.
ComfortPraisedOwners describe the gloves as comfortable for long work sessions with good fingertip feel.
BreathabilityPraisedThe mesh back is credited with keeping hands cooler than all-leather work gloves.
ProtectionCriticisedThe thin back and knuckle panel give little cushioning against impacts, which some buyers miss.

About the Mechanix Wear FastFit Leather Gloves

Mechanix Wear FastFit Leather Gloves are work gloves with a Durahide performance leather palm. The leather provides extreme abrasion resistance when operating power tools and hauling abrasive building materials.

The back of the hand has a CoolPlus woven-mesh panel that reduces heat buildup. The backs of the fingers use abrasion-resistant Ripstop with a water-repellent treatment. A light, breathable neoprene knuckle panel cushions the knuckles and improves flexibility.

A full-wrapping cuff makes the gloves easy to pull on and take off, and it holds them securely. Single-seam wrapped fingertips improve fit and dexterity. The gloves are machine washable.

Palm

Durahide performance leather

Back of hand

CoolPlus woven mesh

Finger backs

Abrasion-resistant Ripstop, water-repellent treatment

Knuckles

Neoprene panel

Cuff

Full-wrapping, easy on/off

Fingertips

Single-seam wrapped