Product Overview
The Leather Rigger 130 Cow Split Glove is a robust choice for individuals engaged in rigorous manual labour. Designed with a focus on durability and essential safety, these gloves provide a substantial layer of protection against the daily hazards of industrial environments. By combining the natural strength of cow split leather with the breathability of a cotton drill back, these riggers offer a professional balance between heavy-duty performance and user comfort.
Key Features
- Premium Cow Split Leather: The palms are crafted from high-quality split leather, which provides excellent resistance to abrasion and punctures, ensuring longevity when handling rough materials.
- Cotton Drill Back: The back of the glove features a sturdy cotton fabric, which allows for improved airflow and moisture management during extended periods of use.
- Knuckle Protection: An additional leather strip across the knuckles offers essential shielding against scrapes and impacts in tight working quarters.
- Rubberised Safety Cuff: The stiffened cuff provides additional protection for the wrist area and ensures the gloves can be removed quickly in an emergency.
- Integral Vein Patch: This feature provides reinforced protection over the vulnerable wrist area, significantly reducing the risk of arterial injury during heavy lifting or handling.
Design & Performance
The construction of the A220 rigger glove prioritises functional safety and structural integrity. The cow split leather is a substantial material that handles friction and heat much more effectively than synthetic alternatives. This leather is paired with a polyester lining and elastic components to ensure a secure yet flexible fit that does not hinder manual dexterity.
The rubberised cuff is a deliberate design choice to maintain the glove's shape, preventing it from collapsing and ensuring it remains open for easy donning. This is particularly useful for tradespeople who frequently need to take their gloves on and off throughout the working day. Despite its sturdy build, the glove remains a manageable weight, allowing for precise control over tools and machinery.
Why No Customisation?
We do not offer customisation or branding on these specific leather riggers. As a piece of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), the structural integrity of the leather and cotton materials is paramount. Introducing embroidery or heat-applied transfers could potentially create weak points in the fabric or compromise the protective properties of the leather. Maintaining the manufacturer's original specification ensures that the gloves perform exactly as intended for your safety.
Use Cases
These gloves are specifically engineered for high-impact sectors. They are an ideal choice for construction workers handling bricks and timber, mining professionals operating in harsh subterranean environments, and landscapers dealing with abrasive stone or heavy foliage. Any environment requiring a combination of grip and physical hand protection will benefit from this design.
Why MyWorkwear
Established in 1976, MyWorkwear has spent decades refining our understanding of what professionals need on the front line. Based in Telford, we pride ourselves on our technical expertise and our commitment to providing high-quality safety solutions. Our long heritage ensures that we only source products that meet the demanding standards of the modern UK workforce.
Practical Advice
When selecting your size, ensure there is a small amount of space at the fingertips to allow for a full range of motion. A rigger glove that is too tight can restrict blood flow and cause hand fatigue. If you are working in particularly cold conditions, these gloves are spacious enough to accommodate a thin thermal liner without compromising the safety fit of the rubberised cuff.
Caring for your product
To maintain the protective qualities and lifespan of your leather riggers, it is important to treat the materials with care. Leather should never be fully submerged in water, as this can cause the natural fibres to swell and subsequently stiffen or crack upon drying. If the gloves become wet, allow them to dry naturally away from direct heat sources like radiators, which can make the leather brittle.
We recommend using a dry brush to remove any surface dirt or grit after each shift. This prevents debris from becoming embedded in the leather grain, which can lead to premature wear. Do not use chemical cleaners or bleach on these gloves, as these substances will degrade both the leather and the cotton drill backing, rendering the safety features ineffective.
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