Steel Sweat Weightlifting Gloves - 18 inch Wrist Wrap Support for Workout, Gym and Fitness Training - Best for Men and Women Who Love Weight Lifting - Leather ZED

I bought these gloves to replace my Ixion gear gloves which have served me for 3 years. But it appears I will go back to those gloves. I will explain why below...Pros- the product is generally well made and looks sturdy- has a good grip that allows me to hold on to weights pretty well- the company has great customer serviceCons- the gloves have poor padding for heavy lifting which was the main reason I bought them. For instance on the Lats bar - if I used a weight in the range of 40 - 80 lbs, the glove performs very well. However, if I increased the weight to about 120 - 160 lbs, I can feel the full pressure of the weight pressing into the palms of my hands resulting in my hands burning. Same thing happens after my second / third set of pull-ups or bench pressing any weight over 130 lbs. The padding is too thin especially around the upper palm at the base of the fingers for heavy lifting. Which defeats the main purpose of why I bought the gloves. .... I never had this issue with my previous weight lifting gloves

Update: At about 11 months after I first started using them, the gloves reached the point where I needed to replace them. I would say I average 2.25 hours per week lifting weights. I was hoping the gloves would last a bit longer but they have been so effective, that I have decided to keep my rating at 5 stars, and I am purchasing another pair.I have used different brands of weightlifting gloves over the years, and I am glad to have found these Steel Sweats. They protect the calloused areas of my palms much more effectively than other brands. They are well made and seem quite sturdy, and now I know how long they last for me.If you decided to purchase these, be sure to follow the instructions for measuring your hands, and then consider choosing the next size up. Initially, I bought the large (L) size. Based on the sizing chart, that seemed to be the best choice. However, they proved to be too tight, so I returned them at no cost and received a prompt refund from Amazon. When the XL size became available (they had been out of stock) I bought them. Even the XLs seemed a bit tight the first time I put them on, but perhaps they simply needed to be broken in. After wearing them just once, they have become comfortable.

Decided to start using gloves again because some people complain about the hardened skin on my hands.The reason I stopped using gloves was because while doing weights, gloves may become a second layer of skin which moves more than your actual skin.Nearly broke my wrist twice which the last (Adidas) pairs that I had. Another issue was the fact that despite being "weight gloves" i still felt the pain on my palms.Used these gloves fresh off the package. It is a work of art.The leather positioning, the fit and the wrist straps (which actually work on these gloves unlike other brands) are designed to give you gloves which you wear but act exactly like your own skin.No pain while using the weights or machines at all.No slipping of weights that put your wrist at risk.No discomfort or itch while wearing them.Would buy it 10 times over if required.Also, the email after the purchase is surprising and pleasant touch.Happy lifting!

I have been lifting weights on and off my entire life. I weigh a relatively lean 220lbs and have average sized hands for my body-type. I can palm a basketball but just barely. I do not have fat fingers. This is probably my 10th time to buy new lifting gloves (the first time I've bought this brand). I have owned these "Steel Sweat Weightlifting Gloves with Wrist Wrap Support size (L)" for less than a week but so far I am very impressed despite my failure to order the correct size (too small). I have decided to give this pair to my younger brother and order a size (XL).Pros:Feels high quality.Feels very durable.Strong wrist wrap which is more than cosmetic (unlike some other brands).. meaning it actually supports your wrists.All the stitching in all of the right places. Despite the size being too small, the stitching design was done meticulously as to fit the hand perfectly.The little diamond grips in the palm work pretty well - though time will tell whether or not they will stay attached to the glove.Leather feels genuine (though I am sure it's not at this price)InexpensiveCons:I neglected to measure my hand and ordered a size or two too small because I typically order Large weightlifting gloves.The Left and Right stitching on the inside of the glove is backwards (lol).Other Thoughts:These are probably going to be my go-to pair of lifting gloves. I really really like how they feel and look. I am a verified purchase reviewer, none of my reviews are fake or paid for. I recommend these to anyone male or female.

Gives me enough cushion on my palms to where it doesn't cause irritation from the pressure of the weight as well as when I am gripping/holding something heavy. Basically it is evenly distributed across the palm which prevents, what I call a "Hot Spot". "Hot Spots" are the area where sections on the palm of the glove are pressing into the palm more than other areas are. leaving your palm with a red indent where the extra cushion was. It tends to burn like it does if you were developing a blister if you keep wearing the gloves throughout the days workout.I can say that this glove has surpassed my own expectations. It is very well made, material is durable and seems like it will hang with me through my 2017 weightlifting journey. I love the extra lip at the tips of two fingers and thumb, it adds for extra support in removing the gloves as well as it protects the proximal palmar crease (middle crease on your finger). I like but dislike the wrist strap. I like the strap for support and boy does it support the wrist. I just do not like that I can not wear my fit gear II if I want to put the gloves on. other than that these are one of my favorite gloves so far.