Looking for a pair of good cold weather gloves for the range. Tried a few pairs I have around the house and either they were too bulky and didn't have any feel or dextarity or they weren't warm enough. Does such a glove exist that will keep my hands warm yet give me dextarity for loading and trigger work?
Cold weather shooting gloves
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I have a pair of wool gloves with deer skin on the tip of the trigger finger. They work well, but I have had them for so long I haven't a clue where I got them any more. They aren't insulated, just thin wool with some non-skid on the palm, & middle fingers. I also have some fingrless woolies, but they are too thick for my liking.
I have a pair of wool gloves with deer skin on the tip of the trigger finger. They work well, but I have had them for so long I haven't a clue where I got them any more. They aren't insulated, just thin wool with some non-skid on the palm, & middle fingers. I also have some fingrless woolies, but they are too thick for my liking.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hawk45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looking for a pair of good cold weather gloves for the range. Tried a few pairs I have around the house and either they were too bulky and didn't have any feel or dextarity or they weren't warm enough. Does such a glove exist that will keep my hands warm yet give me dextarity for loading and trigger work? </div></div>
I have a hard time seeing such a thing,
I use two glowes, one shooting glove thin and supple to do the poking and stuff, and a thick mitten type deal to stay warm,
my mittens have an open part in the palm and I just stick my fingers through there and show the mitten up my sleve a bit.
I have found that unless I have just one layer of leather or other material I get a rolling sensation during the time I ride the rifle in recoil and I just loose to much control.
/Chris
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hawk45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looking for a pair of good cold weather gloves for the range. Tried a few pairs I have around the house and either they were too bulky and didn't have any feel or dextarity or they weren't warm enough. Does such a glove exist that will keep my hands warm yet give me dextarity for loading and trigger work? </div></div>
I have a hard time seeing such a thing,
I use two glowes, one shooting glove thin and supple to do the poking and stuff, and a thick mitten type deal to stay warm,
my mittens have an open part in the palm and I just stick my fingers through there and show the mitten up my sleve a bit.
I have found that unless I have just one layer of leather or other material I get a rolling sensation during the time I ride the rifle in recoil and I just loose to much control.
/Chris
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The last training day we had I wore a set of regular ski gloves. It worked fine. My accuracy was no different than without gloves.
You just need to concentrate on the fundamentals. You don't HAVE to have super duper perfect feel for tactical shooting. You just need to know how to pull the trigger.
Just make sure you have something that will fit in the trigger guard and not snag on the trigger.
The last training day we had I wore a set of regular ski gloves. It worked fine. My accuracy was no different than without gloves.
You just need to concentrate on the fundamentals. You don't HAVE to have super duper perfect feel for tactical shooting. You just need to know how to pull the trigger.
Just make sure you have something that will fit in the trigger guard and not snag on the trigger.
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do they make gloves that are thick/insulated everywhere except have like a silk or some other thin material trigger finger? thatd be nice.
do they make gloves that are thick/insulated everywhere except have like a silk or some other thin material trigger finger? thatd be nice.
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Something like this looks promising:
http://onyxoutdoor.com/product/0/G530BLK/_/ArcticShield_H3_Glomitts
Something like this looks promising:
http://onyxoutdoor.com/product/0/G530BLK/_/ArcticShield_H3_Glomitts
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Whatever you use, if you are in true "cold weather" contact gloves are mandatory. Nothing sucks worse than freezing skin to metal.
Whatever you use, if you are in true "cold weather" contact gloves are mandatory. Nothing sucks worse than freezing skin to metal.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The last training day we had I wore a set of regular ski gloves. It worked fine. My accuracy was no different than without gloves.
You just need to concentrate on the fundamentals. You don't HAVE to have super duper perfect feel for tactical shooting. You just need to know how to pull the trigger.
Just make sure you have something that will fit in the trigger guard and not snag on the trigger. </div></div>x2, last time I shot it was 20 degrees F out, I used medium gloves and didn't have an issue with accuracy, even though trigger feel was down.
I had been using mechanics gloves up 'til that point, but it's getting too cold around here for those.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The last training day we had I wore a set of regular ski gloves. It worked fine. My accuracy was no different than without gloves.
You just need to concentrate on the fundamentals. You don't HAVE to have super duper perfect feel for tactical shooting. You just need to know how to pull the trigger.
Just make sure you have something that will fit in the trigger guard and not snag on the trigger. </div></div>x2, last time I shot it was 20 degrees F out, I used medium gloves and didn't have an issue with accuracy, even though trigger feel was down.
I had been using mechanics gloves up 'til that point, but it's getting too cold around here for those.
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Sitka gear makes some good gear. Thin gloves that keep your hands warm.
Sitka gear makes some good gear. Thin gloves that keep your hands warm.
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Ive been using the oakley cags, but i think they are alittle bulky. I cut the finger off of the trigger finger anyways. Its worth that 1" of finger to get alittle chilly for a positive trigger contact.
note: it was only in the high 30's to low 40's so i would not consider this real cold weather, just for Texas
Ive been using the oakley cags, but i think they are alittle bulky. I cut the finger off of the trigger finger anyways. Its worth that 1" of finger to get alittle chilly for a positive trigger contact.
note: it was only in the high 30's to low 40's so i would not consider this real cold weather, just for Texas
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What everyone usually forgets is that a numb trigger finger is worse for trigger control than a little extra padding in there.
I kind of chuckle every time I see the cutoff trigger finger. Get a nice laceration through the pad of that finger and see how well it works.
This is the difference between real world and square range. I have had to jump fences, climb ladders and crawl across parking lots. I prefer to have my digits covered at all times.
What everyone usually forgets is that a numb trigger finger is worse for trigger control than a little extra padding in there.
I kind of chuckle every time I see the cutoff trigger finger. Get a nice laceration through the pad of that finger and see how well it works.
This is the difference between real world and square range. I have had to jump fences, climb ladders and crawl across parking lots. I prefer to have my digits covered at all times.
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I use a nice pair of winter "golf gloves" when shooting (they are either FootJoy or Nike...I can't recall which but I know I ordered them from TGW.com). They are warm enough to wear in sub-freezing temps and offer good water/snow resistance along with plenty of protection from raking your knuckles across fencing, brush, etc., but they are thin enough and offer positive grip/feeling for shooting. If I know it is going to be REAAALY cold, I have a pair of slightly oversized GI mittens that I can slide my gloved hands in and out of with ease to add an additional layer of protection.
I use a nice pair of winter "golf gloves" when shooting (they are either FootJoy or Nike...I can't recall which but I know I ordered them from TGW.com). They are warm enough to wear in sub-freezing temps and offer good water/snow resistance along with plenty of protection from raking your knuckles across fencing, brush, etc., but they are thin enough and offer positive grip/feeling for shooting. If I know it is going to be REAAALY cold, I have a pair of slightly oversized GI mittens that I can slide my gloved hands in and out of with ease to add an additional layer of protection.
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The two glove method sounds like the best option. I've been meaning to pick-up a quality pair of mittens for a long time. I appreciate all the ideas and feedback. I'm in Ohio and it's not super cold.. but it's in the 10's - 20's right now.. I tired a few pair of "mechanics" glove knock-offs the other day and just didn't cut it. Within about 30mins my hands were really cold and lost some dexterity.
The two glove method sounds like the best option. I've been meaning to pick-up a quality pair of mittens for a long time. I appreciate all the ideas and feedback. I'm in Ohio and it's not super cold.. but it's in the 10's - 20's right now.. I tired a few pair of "mechanics" glove knock-offs the other day and just didn't cut it. Within about 30mins my hands were really cold and lost some dexterity.
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I have lived and worked in two of the coldest parts of Colorado; at times well below zero all day long. Because much of the year is cold, I practice and qualify with all four of my weapons while wearing gloves.
I have tried and disgarded many different single and double glove options. One of my favorite is to just use a pair of wool gloves (Lamont, military issue, etc.). Not the big thick ones that have Thinsulate, just basic thinner wool gloves. They work well even if they get wet. If it is frigidly cold, wearing a pair of Under Armour liners under the woolies is very effective. The only problem with this option is that the gloves are not durable and wear out quickly if doing actual work with them.
I have since gone to using Mechanix gloves while using the UA liners inside them. This combination works really well and while not the best option for frigid cold I have not had problems down to zero degrees if somewhat active. Durability is increased significantly and a pair of wool mittens can be worn over the top if needed. I have done this will riding ATVs or snowmobiles to good effect.
I took my son hunting this weekend in cold, blowing snow near Gunnison. I tested a new pair of UA Ridge Reapers. They are a thin neoprene style glove with UA liners. The country was steep and slick so slipping while climbing and having to put a hand in the snow to catch my balance wasn't an uncommon occurrence. I was impressed with the protection from getting wet and they were slightly warmer then the Mechanix combination. The tacky surface used on the fingers was great for gripping a rifle and shooting.
FWIW
RB
I have lived and worked in two of the coldest parts of Colorado; at times well below zero all day long. Because much of the year is cold, I practice and qualify with all four of my weapons while wearing gloves.
I have tried and disgarded many different single and double glove options. One of my favorite is to just use a pair of wool gloves (Lamont, military issue, etc.). Not the big thick ones that have Thinsulate, just basic thinner wool gloves. They work well even if they get wet. If it is frigidly cold, wearing a pair of Under Armour liners under the woolies is very effective. The only problem with this option is that the gloves are not durable and wear out quickly if doing actual work with them.
I have since gone to using Mechanix gloves while using the UA liners inside them. This combination works really well and while not the best option for frigid cold I have not had problems down to zero degrees if somewhat active. Durability is increased significantly and a pair of wool mittens can be worn over the top if needed. I have done this will riding ATVs or snowmobiles to good effect.
I took my son hunting this weekend in cold, blowing snow near Gunnison. I tested a new pair of UA Ridge Reapers. They are a thin neoprene style glove with UA liners. The country was steep and slick so slipping while climbing and having to put a hand in the snow to catch my balance wasn't an uncommon occurrence. I was impressed with the protection from getting wet and they were slightly warmer then the Mechanix combination. The tacky surface used on the fingers was great for gripping a rifle and shooting.
FWIW
RB
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Wool gloves work the best for me. The military "liners" are really warm for the weight. The heavier plain old gray "ragg" wool gloves with the little rubber dots are even warmer, and they have a decent grip and decent dexterity on the trigger for me.
Wool gloves work the best for me. The military "liners" are really warm for the weight. The heavier plain old gray "ragg" wool gloves with the little rubber dots are even warmer, and they have a decent grip and decent dexterity on the trigger for me.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SLVGW360</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have lived and worked in two of the coldest parts of Colorado; at times well below zero all day long. Because much of the year is cold, I practice and qualify with all four of my weapons while wearing gloves.
I have tried and disgarded many different single and double glove options. One of my favorite is to just use a pair of wool gloves (Lamont, military issue, etc.). Not the big thick ones that have Thinsulate, just basic thinner wool gloves. They work well even if they get wet. If it is frigidly cold, wearing a pair of Under Armour liners under the woolies is very effective. The only problem with this option is that the gloves are not durable and wear out quickly if doing actual work with them.
I have since gone to using Mechanix gloves while using the UA liners inside them. This combination works really well and while not the best option for frigid cold I have not had problems down to zero degrees if somewhat active. Durability is increased significantly and a pair of wool mittens can be worn over the top if needed. I have done this will riding ATVs or snowmobiles to good effect.
I took my son hunting this weekend in cold, blowing snow near Gunnison. I tested a new pair of UA Ridge Reapers. They are a thin neoprene style glove with UA liners. The country was steep and slick so slipping while climbing and having to put a hand in the snow to catch my balance wasn't an uncommon occurrence. I was impressed with the protection from getting wet and they were slightly warmer then the Mechanix combination. The tacky surface used on the fingers was great for gripping a rifle and shooting.
FWIW
RB </div></div>
I appreciate your response. I've been thinking of getting a pair of UA liners for this exact reason.
Is this what you're talking about in terms of UA liners?
http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/se...0-002&FSR=1
I thought this with possibly an oversized mechanix glove would be great.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SLVGW360</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have lived and worked in two of the coldest parts of Colorado; at times well below zero all day long. Because much of the year is cold, I practice and qualify with all four of my weapons while wearing gloves.
I have tried and disgarded many different single and double glove options. One of my favorite is to just use a pair of wool gloves (Lamont, military issue, etc.). Not the big thick ones that have Thinsulate, just basic thinner wool gloves. They work well even if they get wet. If it is frigidly cold, wearing a pair of Under Armour liners under the woolies is very effective. The only problem with this option is that the gloves are not durable and wear out quickly if doing actual work with them.
I have since gone to using Mechanix gloves while using the UA liners inside them. This combination works really well and while not the best option for frigid cold I have not had problems down to zero degrees if somewhat active. Durability is increased significantly and a pair of wool mittens can be worn over the top if needed. I have done this will riding ATVs or snowmobiles to good effect.
I took my son hunting this weekend in cold, blowing snow near Gunnison. I tested a new pair of UA Ridge Reapers. They are a thin neoprene style glove with UA liners. The country was steep and slick so slipping while climbing and having to put a hand in the snow to catch my balance wasn't an uncommon occurrence. I was impressed with the protection from getting wet and they were slightly warmer then the Mechanix combination. The tacky surface used on the fingers was great for gripping a rifle and shooting.
FWIW
RB </div></div>
I appreciate your response. I've been thinking of getting a pair of UA liners for this exact reason.
Is this what you're talking about in terms of UA liners?
http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/se...0-002&FSR=1
I thought this with possibly an oversized mechanix glove would be great.
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Those are the ones. Mechanix sometimes vary in size. I have been able to wear the liners in the correct size, but there have been a few instances where the correct size was too tight to fit the liner. It just depends upon the particular pair you get.
I'm glad the info helped some.
Take care,
RB
Those are the ones. Mechanix sometimes vary in size. I have been able to wear the liners in the correct size, but there have been a few instances where the correct size was too tight to fit the liner. It just depends upon the particular pair you get.
I'm glad the info helped some.
Take care,
RB
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I have used some Seals, waterproof, gloves recently and so long as you leave them on all the time they work. However they are not insulated enough for stupid cold unless you are working hard. Fine enough for a shooting glove.
Polar type Mittens that go over the top are the only things that work nearly as well as having your hands shoved down your trouser pockets or under your arms. Sure you have to take your mittens off but not your gloves. Military ones have a trigger finger exit point which are better than nothing. Cheap too. They have space for heat pads which are heaven but expensive if used week in week out, but thankfully I only ever need them a few times a year. Ski gloves can be great too but rarely waterproof enough for the wet & cold; if it was that cold mittens with normal gloves underneath are the only solution that have worked for me.
I have used some Seals, waterproof, gloves recently and so long as you leave them on all the time they work. However they are not insulated enough for stupid cold unless you are working hard. Fine enough for a shooting glove.
Polar type Mittens that go over the top are the only things that work nearly as well as having your hands shoved down your trouser pockets or under your arms. Sure you have to take your mittens off but not your gloves. Military ones have a trigger finger exit point which are better than nothing. Cheap too. They have space for heat pads which are heaven but expensive if used week in week out, but thankfully I only ever need them a few times a year. Ski gloves can be great too but rarely waterproof enough for the wet & cold; if it was that cold mittens with normal gloves underneath are the only solution that have worked for me.
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Define cold? My main glove for during winter in Alaska was 200wgt polar fleece gloves. I dabbed SeamGrip dots on the finger pads and lines across the palm. Hands stayed warm down to -40. Get wet, slap on a new pair and place the wet ones down around your belly and they will dry out quickly, I usually rotated 3 pair. I removed them for trigger work, both hunting and training, guns are cold but I never had an issue with cold hands using a firearm.
I had a pair of CloudViel gloves, best glove I ever used for warmth and dexterity. Thick leather on the palm and fingers and medium fleece on the back side and foam over the knuckles and back of hand. They were very expensive but I could tie my boot laced pick up small objects and work technical gear. The only glove that would get through hard use, most gloves I would burn through in just a couple days.
Stay hydrated and thin the blood to keep hands warm.
For heat packs, saline with the little disk are reusable, click the disk and the salt crystallizes putting off heat, placing the used heat pack in boiling water for a few minutes and its like new. Getting them wet does not decrease their heat output.
Define cold? My main glove for during winter in Alaska was 200wgt polar fleece gloves. I dabbed SeamGrip dots on the finger pads and lines across the palm. Hands stayed warm down to -40. Get wet, slap on a new pair and place the wet ones down around your belly and they will dry out quickly, I usually rotated 3 pair. I removed them for trigger work, both hunting and training, guns are cold but I never had an issue with cold hands using a firearm.
I had a pair of CloudViel gloves, best glove I ever used for warmth and dexterity. Thick leather on the palm and fingers and medium fleece on the back side and foam over the knuckles and back of hand. They were very expensive but I could tie my boot laced pick up small objects and work technical gear. The only glove that would get through hard use, most gloves I would burn through in just a couple days.
Stay hydrated and thin the blood to keep hands warm.
For heat packs, saline with the little disk are reusable, click the disk and the salt crystallizes putting off heat, placing the used heat pack in boiling water for a few minutes and its like new. Getting them wet does not decrease their heat output.
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Having three pairs of polar fleece gloves and rotating once wet is the best tip I've heard for a while. I'll try it. (A bit like socks without the smell!) Gloves like boots have a hole in them... at the top, and once the water is in its hard to get them dry again. Hand sweat just like feet too.
The iron based throwaways heat packs seem hotter and last longer but need air to work and are an ongoing cost (weigh a bit if you are away long and need loads of them)
The salt ones with clicker are good so long as you remember to boil to recharge/activate. Best to boil with your morning wash water and put them in the pocket hot; then once cooled activate. Don't quite do a whole day though, but then you can boil them up again and again.
Having three pairs of polar fleece gloves and rotating once wet is the best tip I've heard for a while. I'll try it. (A bit like socks without the smell!) Gloves like boots have a hole in them... at the top, and once the water is in its hard to get them dry again. Hand sweat just like feet too.
The iron based throwaways heat packs seem hotter and last longer but need air to work and are an ongoing cost (weigh a bit if you are away long and need loads of them)
The salt ones with clicker are good so long as you remember to boil to recharge/activate. Best to boil with your morning wash water and put them in the pocket hot; then once cooled activate. Don't quite do a whole day though, but then you can boil them up again and again.
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On the range in Quantico around January/February it gets cold enough to be fairly uncomfortable, and finally decided to spend the money on a good pair of gloves. Went and bough an $85 pair of Northface mittens and... had cold hands the next day. Spent $20 on a pair of very thin, leather police-style "search" gloves on Ebay, with the plan being to just keep my hands in my pockets, or in a larger pair of wool mittens. Was very surprised at how well those little cheapo gloves helped out. Not sure why, but my hands never got cold enough to really need to put them back in the mittens. One other thing no one has mentioned yet (and may have limited applications as this thread sounds more working-related) are the football/hunting style handwarmer pouches, worn around the waist. These work extremely well, especially when paired with the chemical hand warmers.
On the range in Quantico around January/February it gets cold enough to be fairly uncomfortable, and finally decided to spend the money on a good pair of gloves. Went and bough an $85 pair of Northface mittens and... had cold hands the next day. Spent $20 on a pair of very thin, leather police-style "search" gloves on Ebay, with the plan being to just keep my hands in my pockets, or in a larger pair of wool mittens. Was very surprised at how well those little cheapo gloves helped out. Not sure why, but my hands never got cold enough to really need to put them back in the mittens. One other thing no one has mentioned yet (and may have limited applications as this thread sounds more working-related) are the football/hunting style handwarmer pouches, worn around the waist. These work extremely well, especially when paired with the chemical hand warmers.
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The shooting hand glove doesn't have to be the same(i.e. match) as the hand on the forend. You can even have a mitten on the hand that doesn't have to manipulate the trigger.
If you really overdress from the feet to your head, your bare hand can stay warm as long as it isn't windy. Always wear a balaclava or toque if your hands or feet are cold.
The shooting hand glove doesn't have to be the same(i.e. match) as the hand on the forend. You can even have a mitten on the hand that doesn't have to manipulate the trigger.
If you really overdress from the feet to your head, your bare hand can stay warm as long as it isn't windy. Always wear a balaclava or toque if your hands or feet are cold.
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A set of latex or other synthetic form fitting gloves next to your skin...keeps the moisture in and the gloves dry. Light pair of whatever you like over that...then mittens for the real cold. JMHO
A set of latex or other synthetic form fitting gloves next to your skin...keeps the moisture in and the gloves dry. Light pair of whatever you like over that...then mittens for the real cold. JMHO
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Does anyone have any experience with the Polartec Power Stretch-material gloves?
http://www.google.com/search?q=pola...esult_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CEUQrQQwAA
Spotted a pair this afternoon, and wondered how well they protected against cold and wet in the field...
Does anyone have any experience with the Polartec Power Stretch-material gloves?
http://www.google.com/search?q=pola...esult_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CEUQrQQwAA
Spotted a pair this afternoon, and wondered how well they protected against cold and wet in the field...
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I feel the polatec powerstretch is better suited for thermal underwear.
I had a pair of powerstrech gloves and they are soso warm and dont stop wind or water.imo powerstrech is better suited for liners..
I recently got Outdoor Research windpro fleece gloves and they are MUCH better..I still grab my old Outdoor Research GORE windstopper gloves because they seem warmer and more water repellent and durable..Gore windstopper isnt as popular lately because it doesnt breath as well as polartec windpro and not as elastic and comfortable..
I feel the polatec powerstretch is better suited for thermal underwear.
I had a pair of powerstrech gloves and they are soso warm and dont stop wind or water.imo powerstrech is better suited for liners..
I recently got Outdoor Research windpro fleece gloves and they are MUCH better..I still grab my old Outdoor Research GORE windstopper gloves because they seem warmer and more water repellent and durable..Gore windstopper isnt as popular lately because it doesnt breath as well as polartec windpro and not as elastic and comfortable..
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i work outside allday everyday and living in north dakota it gets down to -40 every year not factoring in wind chill so i use a pair of nitril gloves and put a pair of thin cotton gloves on top of them and my hands stay just fine anything above freezing and my hands will sweat
i work outside allday everyday and living in north dakota it gets down to -40 every year not factoring in wind chill so i use a pair of nitril gloves and put a pair of thin cotton gloves on top of them and my hands stay just fine anything above freezing and my hands will sweat
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I had a pair of CloudViel gloves, best glove I ever used for warmth and dexterity. Thick leather on the palm and fingers and medium fleece on the back side and foam over the knuckles and back of hand. They were very expensive but I could tie my boot laced pick up small objects and work technical gear. The only glove that would get through hard use, most gloves I would burn through in just a couple days.</div></div>
Like these?
http://www.cloudveil.com/products/Troller-Glove.html
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I had a pair of CloudViel gloves, best glove I ever used for warmth and dexterity. Thick leather on the palm and fingers and medium fleece on the back side and foam over the knuckles and back of hand. They were very expensive but I could tie my boot laced pick up small objects and work technical gear. The only glove that would get through hard use, most gloves I would burn through in just a couple days.</div></div>
Like these?
http://www.cloudveil.com/products/Troller-Glove.html
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Juice5610</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Take a look at the underarmor cold gear line </div></div>
These are the ones I tried on at the store recently. seem very nice and I love the trigger opening
I make my own 2 layer, overwhite mitten liners for when it's SUPER cold.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Juice5610</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Take a look at the underarmor cold gear line </div></div>
These are the ones I tried on at the store recently. seem very nice and I love the trigger opening
I make my own 2 layer, overwhite mitten liners for when it's SUPER cold.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hawk45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Something like this looks promising:
http://onyxoutdoor.com/product/0/G530BLK/_/ArcticShield_H3_Glomitts</div></div>
Ditto! The Arctic Shield system is the only system I have found that will keep your hands warm and dry with the ability to feel that light trigger pull.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hawk45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Something like this looks promising:
http://onyxoutdoor.com/product/0/G530BLK/_/ArcticShield_H3_Glomitts</div></div>
Ditto! The Arctic Shield system is the only system I have found that will keep your hands warm and dry with the ability to feel that light trigger pull.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Muskett</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Having three pairs of polar fleece gloves and rotating once wet is the best tip I've heard for a while. I'll try it. (A bit like socks without the smell!) Gloves like boots have a hole in them... at the top, and once the water is in its hard to get them dry again. Hand sweat just like feet too.
The iron based throwaways heat packs seem hotter and last longer but need air to work and are an ongoing cost (weigh a bit if you are away long and need loads of them)
The salt ones with clicker are good so long as you remember to boil to recharge/activate. Best to boil with your morning wash water and put them in the pocket hot; then once cooled activate. Don't quite do a whole day though, but then you can boil them up again and again. </div></div>
If you rub a good amount of antiperspirant, I prefer Degree on your feet they will not sweat and always smell fresh. I have had charges (clients) pull rental boots off inside the tent and just about gag, had a female that just about went syco over the smell so....I made most of them do this trick.
You are correct about the iron Vs salt. In my experience using both, the salt get very hot quickly, faster and hotter than iron, stay warm for about an 2 hour or so and then start to loose heat. With my hands always being wet in Alaska, the iron would get damp and loose heat but I still used them quite a bit. I would shake them, place them in mitts that were stuffed in pocket, or just inside pocket, hands get chilled and quick dip into the pocket/mitt would warm them but to be honest, never really got cold hands, when I did it was cold and it took more things to get warm.
I would use salt for multiday and would boil them back to new at night during boil up or if/when I had stove during the day drop them in the boil. Had a good sized one for my oh crap kit and would place it on the heart if client went south until I could get water boiled due to its instant very warm heat output.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Muskett</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Having three pairs of polar fleece gloves and rotating once wet is the best tip I've heard for a while. I'll try it. (A bit like socks without the smell!) Gloves like boots have a hole in them... at the top, and once the water is in its hard to get them dry again. Hand sweat just like feet too.
The iron based throwaways heat packs seem hotter and last longer but need air to work and are an ongoing cost (weigh a bit if you are away long and need loads of them)
The salt ones with clicker are good so long as you remember to boil to recharge/activate. Best to boil with your morning wash water and put them in the pocket hot; then once cooled activate. Don't quite do a whole day though, but then you can boil them up again and again. </div></div>
If you rub a good amount of antiperspirant, I prefer Degree on your feet they will not sweat and always smell fresh. I have had charges (clients) pull rental boots off inside the tent and just about gag, had a female that just about went syco over the smell so....I made most of them do this trick.
You are correct about the iron Vs salt. In my experience using both, the salt get very hot quickly, faster and hotter than iron, stay warm for about an 2 hour or so and then start to loose heat. With my hands always being wet in Alaska, the iron would get damp and loose heat but I still used them quite a bit. I would shake them, place them in mitts that were stuffed in pocket, or just inside pocket, hands get chilled and quick dip into the pocket/mitt would warm them but to be honest, never really got cold hands, when I did it was cold and it took more things to get warm.
I would use salt for multiday and would boil them back to new at night during boil up or if/when I had stove during the day drop them in the boil. Had a good sized one for my oh crap kit and would place it on the heart if client went south until I could get water boiled due to its instant very warm heat output.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SRT Supply</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Does anyone have any experience with the Polartec Power Stretch-material gloves?
http://www.google.com/search?q=pola...esult_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CEUQrQQwAA
Spotted a pair this afternoon, and wondered how well they protected against cold and wet in the field... </div></div>
Not good at all. I have a one piece 200wgt powerstretch suite from Patagonia that has no equal for use in Alaska as base layer or outer layer but for gloves, something about them that were not good. The ones I used were tight and restrictive, using a larger size and they would fall down and not allow good dexterity in the fingers. The outer face was very slick even by fleece standards and dabbing SeamGrip on them helped but just did not like them.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SRT Supply</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Does anyone have any experience with the Polartec Power Stretch-material gloves?
http://www.google.com/search?q=pola...esult_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CEUQrQQwAA
Spotted a pair this afternoon, and wondered how well they protected against cold and wet in the field... </div></div>
Not good at all. I have a one piece 200wgt powerstretch suite from Patagonia that has no equal for use in Alaska as base layer or outer layer but for gloves, something about them that were not good. The ones I used were tight and restrictive, using a larger size and they would fall down and not allow good dexterity in the fingers. The outer face was very slick even by fleece standards and dabbing SeamGrip on them helped but just did not like them.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I had a pair of CloudViel gloves, best glove I ever used for warmth and dexterity. Thick leather on the palm and fingers and medium fleece on the back side and foam over the knuckles and back of hand. They were very expensive but I could tie my boot laced pick up small objects and work technical gear. The only glove that would get through hard use, most gloves I would burn through in just a couple days.</div></div>
Like these?
http://www.cloudveil.com/products/Troller-Glove.html </div></div>
Nope, like these:
http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en-us/shop/mountain/gloves/torque
Think of a Hatch Operator glove but instead of Nomax think softshell and instead of hardback knuckles think closed cell foam. Then ad light weight 50wgt fleece lining. Absolutely one superb glove for the warmth and having dexterity. I have used the BD initial try at the Torque but not the current ones.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I had a pair of CloudViel gloves, best glove I ever used for warmth and dexterity. Thick leather on the palm and fingers and medium fleece on the back side and foam over the knuckles and back of hand. They were very expensive but I could tie my boot laced pick up small objects and work technical gear. The only glove that would get through hard use, most gloves I would burn through in just a couple days.</div></div>
Like these?
http://www.cloudveil.com/products/Troller-Glove.html </div></div>
Nope, like these:
http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en-us/shop/mountain/gloves/torque
Think of a Hatch Operator glove but instead of Nomax think softshell and instead of hardback knuckles think closed cell foam. Then ad light weight 50wgt fleece lining. Absolutely one superb glove for the warmth and having dexterity. I have used the BD initial try at the Torque but not the current ones.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
100% Rag Wool half finger gloves with Thinsulate work well .....And they cost $10-$15.
http://www.cabelas.com/catalog/browse/cl...Y_SEQ_104002380
100% Rag Wool half finger gloves with Thinsulate work well .....And they cost $10-$15.
http://www.cabelas.com/catalog/browse/cl...Y_SEQ_104002380
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
45.308
I may have to give those a try. Our operation temp seems to be picking up here and it's just a matter of time before standing on the next barricade for hours in sub-zero temps. It's not a big deal to just pack layers of polypro and fleece under my entry vest, but keeping hands and feet warm are a challenge when standing and not moving. Add to that the fact that I may need to use my weapon quickly and the bulky gloves I usually carry in my trunk for non-tactical use don't seem like such a good option.
I need to replace the heat packs in my gear. I usually keep them in there, but it's been a year since they have been swapped out so I am sure at least a couple have gone bad.
45.308
I may have to give those a try. Our operation temp seems to be picking up here and it's just a matter of time before standing on the next barricade for hours in sub-zero temps. It's not a big deal to just pack layers of polypro and fleece under my entry vest, but keeping hands and feet warm are a challenge when standing and not moving. Add to that the fact that I may need to use my weapon quickly and the bulky gloves I usually carry in my trunk for non-tactical use don't seem like such a good option.
I need to replace the heat packs in my gear. I usually keep them in there, but it's been a year since they have been swapped out so I am sure at least a couple have gone bad.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
A normal insulated glove can only be so warm in extreme cold so Ive been using these for a while.
http://www.us-elitegear.com/catalog/or-mutant-mitts.htm
They are the shit and they are U.S made.
A normal insulated glove can only be so warm in extreme cold so Ive been using these for a while.
http://www.us-elitegear.com/catalog/or-mutant-mitts.htm
They are the shit and they are U.S made.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
I had actually forgotten about the gloves in my trunk. The are a set of Manzella shells and Black Diamond liners. I got them back out tonight. I haven't used them in years because it needs to be stupid cold before they are required. I rescued them years ago when I was at the USMC MWTC in Bridgeport, CA. However the above poster is correct, when it gets down to arctic temps mitts are the way to go. They just suck for weapons handling.
I had actually forgotten about the gloves in my trunk. The are a set of Manzella shells and Black Diamond liners. I got them back out tonight. I haven't used them in years because it needs to be stupid cold before they are required. I rescued them years ago when I was at the USMC MWTC in Bridgeport, CA. However the above poster is correct, when it gets down to arctic temps mitts are the way to go. They just suck for weapons handling.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
I have used Cabelas Pittards Leather shooting gloves for about fifteen years.
http://reviews.cabelas.com/8815/950081/reviews.htm?pageNumber=2&sortOrder=rating
If it is really cold I wear an insulated ski glove or mitten over them and remove it as necessary. They are excellent for shooting.
I have used Cabelas Pittards Leather shooting gloves for about fifteen years.
http://reviews.cabelas.com/8815/950081/reviews.htm?pageNumber=2&sortOrder=rating
If it is really cold I wear an insulated ski glove or mitten over them and remove it as necessary. They are excellent for shooting.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
thats reason why I keep all my triggers minimum 2lbs.
Less works fine in summer, but in winter feel is lost with gloves.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hawk45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looking for a pair of good cold weather gloves for the range. Tried a few pairs I have around the house and either they were too bulky and didn't have any feel or dextarity or they weren't warm enough. Does such a glove exist that will keep my hands warm yet give me dextarity for loading and trigger work? </div></div>
thats reason why I keep all my triggers minimum 2lbs.
Less works fine in summer, but in winter feel is lost with gloves.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hawk45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looking for a pair of good cold weather gloves for the range. Tried a few pairs I have around the house and either they were too bulky and didn't have any feel or dextarity or they weren't warm enough. Does such a glove exist that will keep my hands warm yet give me dextarity for loading and trigger work? </div></div>
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
Most definitely. A super light trigger pull will kill you if you are using gloves.
Most definitely. A super light trigger pull will kill you if you are using gloves.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
I use a silk/wool blend liner from wintersilks. Then i wear a pair of wool military trigger finger gloves that cost about $3. With an unknown maker of all leather trigger finger gloves with wool stuffing. I'd admit that this seems a little much for shooting if the whole system is used, but if i need to take a shot I can pull my hand out of the wool and still retain the silk/wool liner to keep my hand warm. It's all about staying dry and layering. I've been out in -30F with 15 mph winds and my hands stay nice and tostie.
I use a 1.5 lb trigger, and i've never had a problem.
xdeano
I use a silk/wool blend liner from wintersilks. Then i wear a pair of wool military trigger finger gloves that cost about $3. With an unknown maker of all leather trigger finger gloves with wool stuffing. I'd admit that this seems a little much for shooting if the whole system is used, but if i need to take a shot I can pull my hand out of the wool and still retain the silk/wool liner to keep my hand warm. It's all about staying dry and layering. I've been out in -30F with 15 mph winds and my hands stay nice and tostie.
I use a 1.5 lb trigger, and i've never had a problem.
xdeano
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
OP did you end up getting anything yet? If so what did you go with
OP did you end up getting anything yet? If so what did you go with
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Juice5610</div><div class="ubbcode-body">OP did you end up getting anything yet? If so what did you go with</div></div>
Juice, I haven't ordered anything yet. I'm pretty sure I'm going to go with a tight lightweight inner glove and a quality pair of mittens.. just not sure exactly which to try. Once the crazy holiday rush is over I'll get out to some of the stores and try a few different pairs of each on.. Some really good perspective and advice in this thread. Thanks everyone.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Juice5610</div><div class="ubbcode-body">OP did you end up getting anything yet? If so what did you go with</div></div>
Juice, I haven't ordered anything yet. I'm pretty sure I'm going to go with a tight lightweight inner glove and a quality pair of mittens.. just not sure exactly which to try. Once the crazy holiday rush is over I'll get out to some of the stores and try a few different pairs of each on.. Some really good perspective and advice in this thread. Thanks everyone.
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
Marmot my friend! I used these gloves at altitude in Afghanistan and my hands were the only part of me that didn't feel like they were going to shatter!
Get the windstoppers with light liners!!!
Marmot my friend! I used these gloves at altitude in Afghanistan and my hands were the only part of me that didn't feel like they were going to shatter!
Get the windstoppers with light liners!!!
Re: Cold weather shooting gloves
OP goodluck bud. Doorkicker ima have to try those out! I like how slim they are.
OP goodluck bud. Doorkicker ima have to try those out! I like how slim they are.
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