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Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves
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Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves

Item # 673714

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Designed for use as a belay glove, on big walls and running ropes courses, these leather gloves provide protection without sacrificing functionality.

  • Constructed with French cowhide, these durable gloves feature 3/4-length fingers for excellent coverage while allowing good dexterity
  • Palm and thumb saddle are reinforced with tough split-grain leather
  • Clip-in loop on inside cuff allows gloves to be securely clipped onto a harness or bag for easy access
  • Hook-and-loop quick-adjust closure ensures a snug and comfortable fit
  • Triple-needle stitching secures the palm and thumb reinforcement patch; double-stitched seams and closure
  • Be sure to regularly oil/seal your gloves to keep them supple and water resistant

Sizing specifications for palm circumference are as follows:

  • X Small fits 6.25" - 7"
  • Small fits 7" - 7.75"
  • Medium fits 7.75" - 8.5"
  • Large fits 8.5" - 9.25"
  • Xlarge fits 9.25" - 10"

Imported.

Item 673714

Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves Specs

Specification

Description

Weight122 grams
MaterialCowhide leather
GenderUnisex

Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves Customer Reviews

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Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves
 
4.8

(based on 6 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Rugged (5)
  • Versatile (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (3)

      Reviewed by 6 customers

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      Nov

      22

      2009

       
      5.0

      Just what I needed . . . .

      By Chainsaw J

      from Silver Spring, MD

      About Me Avid Climber

      Pros

      • Protection
      • Rugged
      • Versatile

      Cons

      • None

      Best Uses

      • General Arborist Use
      • Rope Work Sports
      • Tree Climbing

      Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

      A friend and I started an arborist company in VA last year. On one job, I was using Stanley work gloves. The rope slipped on our lowering device and burnt right through the light work gloves. I found these gloves after searching for a while. I wanted something to allow me to tie knots without taking the gloves on and off, but still beefy enough to handle any potential rope burns. Ever since I got these I swear by them. I can grab a line to lower without skin contact, but tie and untie knots without removing the gloves. Also, the hook loops allow easy storage while rigging for climbing without the need for a glove clip.

      These gloves have been through strenuous tree work and weather conditions and are holding strong. Would never go back to anything else. I am buying several pairs this year for the people that work with us.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Mar

      7

      2009

       
      5.0

      We're talk'n DURABLE!

      By Hiker Joe E

      from Birmingham Mi.

      Pros

      • Rugged
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

          To stay in shape for Mountain Biking, Hiking and Paddling I log over 100 work-outs (weight lifting) every year. Typical gloves, for this purpous, will wear-out in a couple of months. These gloves have lasted a multiple of years (I forget how many)and many hundreds of work-outs. It is the back of the gloves that eventualy failed from repeatedly being drenched with sweat and then air dried over and over again. The reinforced palms remain intact. I will be purchasing my 2nd pair soon.

          • Gift:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Feb

          26

          2009

           
          5.0

          Awesome Fit, Bombproof

          By Kernmantle

          from Pennslvania Highlands

          About Me Avid Climber

          Pros

          • Rugged
          • Versatile

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Fixing cars
            • Mountaineering

            Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

            I've never had a glove that fit so well. I've owned a pair of these for many years. They're dirty and worn in but show no signs of coming apart, despite much abuse from repelling, wedging, and grabbing hot pot handles. I use them not only climbing but whenever I'm using tools or doing work where I want some support and/or protection. They double as my shooting gloves and mechanics gloves. Everything about this glove- down to the 'biner loop and velcro closure is just perfect. Highly recommended!

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            Feb

            9

            2009

             
            5.0

            awsome Gloves

            By Caleb_Danner

            from Idaho and Iliinois

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Lightweight
            • Rugged
            • Versatile
            • Weather Resistant

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Mountaineering

              Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

              These gloves are great I used these gloves the other day to do demolition on a house for habitat for humanity. This is a great product for climbing and for other things as well

              • Gift:
              • Yes

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Sep

              16

              2007

               
              5.0

              MY SECOND SKIN

              By JSURVEY

              from PACIFIC NORTHWEST

              About Me Casual/ Recreational, LAND SURVEYOR

              Pros

              • Lightweight
              • Rugged
              • Versatile

              Cons

              • EVENTUALLY BREAKDOWN

              Best Uses

              • Extreme Conditions
              • LAND SURVEYING

              Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

              I WORK IN THE BRUSH AND WOODS SWINGING A MACHETE OR A SLEDGEHAMMER AT LEAST 10HRS A DAY USUALLY 6 DAYS A WEEK. I PURCHASE ONE PAIR OF THESE A YEAR (4 YEARS NOW)AND THE ONLY TWO DRAWBACKS ARE THAT AFTER A YEAR OF THIS KIND OF ABUSE THEY BREAKDOWN AND THEY DON'T COME IN ANYTHING INSULATED FOR WINTER.THEY OFFER INCREDIBLE DEXTERITY AND UNTIL THE FINGERS BEGIN TO WEAR OUT I GET NO BLISTERS AT ALL. BY FAR THE GREATEST PAIR OF GLOVES, EVER!

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Sep

              13

              2007

               
              4.0

              smooth operator

              By smallz

              from Chicago ,Il.

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • No break in needed

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Belaying
                • Casual Climbing

                Comments about Metolius Rock Climbing Gloves:

                you just can't beat the protection and comfort these finger-less gloves provide

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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