Leather / Glove Terminology
Leather Attributes
- Side Split – The most durable and uniform leather cut, sourced from the rib area.
- Shoulder Split – Cut from the neck and shoulder; high-quality but less uniform than side split.
- Grain Leather – Taken from the top layer of the hide, resulting in a soft, smooth, and highly flexible material.
Glove Cuts
- Clute Cut – Seamless palm with seams extending down the back.
- Gunn Cut – Seamless back with a seam at the base of the middle fingers.
- Reversible – Can be worn on either hand due to thumb placement.
Glove Thumbs
- Keystone Thumb – Provides superior movement and comfort.
- Wing Thumb – Angled for increased flexibility.
- Straight Thumb – A traditional design offering strong grip support.
