Are these gloves thick enough for blacksmithing?
254964
As I'm not familiar with blacksmithing gloves, I'm not sure I can answer that. They're suede and as they're very good for woodstoves (especially the long length of them), I'm not sure they'd take the beating I would imagine blacksmithing would take on them.
254965
I do not think these will be thick enough. I use them for melting lead and they are marginally thick for handling the metal dipper. Had to wrap the steel dipper handle to keep the heat from being too much. Only have lead at 700 degrees.
186579
Yes -- very thick...I use them mainly in my ultrasonic brass cleaner. Extremely durable --easy to clean -- the tops are "plastic-rubber" but they seal completely. This was my second purchase -- I had to give the first set to the wife for kitchen use...LOL
938918
Hello;I purchased these gloves for the same reason. So I could handle cast iron pots on an open fire. I feel that the way they are made, you should have no problems. Just from experience, these gloves can handle hot logs and hot cast iron. Just don't leave your hands in the fire too long :)
1031196
sure, but i wouldn't use them for that. They probably won't last you very long if you do any serious lifting. Plus, you usually want to have the fingertips cut off for lifting to offer more breathability. Personally, i use Harbinger wrist wrap gloves for lifting (about $20), which last me several years, and have the added bonus of the wrist wrap to support the wrist when lifting really heavy weights.
940762
I'm not sure of this question. However, i can lift our hot woodstove top with them to add more firewood. But that is about as close to fire I would get with them. If you could explain your need more, I might be able to respond more direct. They are a great workglove, heavy leather yet pliable. Love the string tightening mechanism & the quick release. Most of my gloves wear out before one season...not these. Even if you cant use them for your fire needs, i can guarantee you will use them for everything else. Hope this helps :)
524911
They are pretty thick to cut if you had something strong enough I would say yes but they are very thick they are awesome tho
219792
No good for that. These gloves are very thick and even underwater they are kind of hard to maneuver. Look into gloves with "thinsulation" I have some from Wilsons Leather and they're great.
1371693
They are probably thinner than what you are looking for. They aren't as thick as some cotton gloves that would keep your hands warm that I had when I was younger.
1169055
yes, they have a good amount of grip for the price you are getting them. i would recommend these gloves if you're looking for a cheaper price and they will last if you take care of them.
351777
these would be too thick for me to work with an SLR, but not impossible. I would look for a 2mm glove and balance the warmth/mobility advantage. For point and shoot cameras, these would work well. I use them on the water with a small camera.
609179
They will provide moderate protection, but they are not thick. I think you become more aware of your hands because of the glove, which may help.
1853175
These gloves are not extremely thick if you are worried about sharp objects however they are very durable. I have used them for about six weeks to weed, plant etc. They are also very comfortable.
1597317
No this gloves are kind of thick so this is okay. I have been washing with hot water.
1611678
I've used the gloves as oven mitts, to protect my forearms when I reach way back into the oven. They work perfectly for my purpose. As to sharp objects, I can't say, but they are made of fairly thick suede leather, to prevent burns, and I would imagine it would take a very sharp object, propelled with considerable force, to penetrate them. I wouldn't use them as gauntlets for protection from saber thrusts, or to shuck oysters, however.
614313
My gloves fit all members of my family including my husband, who has much larger hands. I have given them as gifts and never got a complaint.Heavy duty material that expanses
938914
i would say no. i use these gloves in my wood burning stove to move burning logs and the work great!
294730
Temperature wise they would be good, but for fireplaces I prefer the longer traditional thick leather lined gloves. They defintely have higher temperature range, but your lower arm is a little exposed in fireplace scenario.