I spend a lot of time in the kitchen cooking, baking bread, and using my meat slicer to slice my own lunchmeats from roasts, so having cut resistant gloves is important to me. I have a pair of latex coated Kevlar cut resistant gloves but they're way too cumbersome and ill fitting to be able to grasp items very well while wearing them, so I decided to give these Stark Safe Cut Resistant Gloves a try.
I ordered a size medium and they fit my hand like they were made for me so that helped me be able to do delicate knife work and other tasks while wearing them. I like the fact that they're made of an anti-bacterial blend to help me maintain sanitation when handling foods. The manufacturer states that they're rated via the European testing method (CEN's EN388) at Level 5 Protection which would be good because I would be using them when slicing foods with my meat slicer from time to time.
Not taking anything for granted, however, I laid them on my cutting board and proceeded to try to cut into them by slicing them across the palm with my Wusthof Classic Chef's knife. It didn't cut them no matter how hard I applied pressure and sawed at them. Good!
So then I got braver and put them on and applied careful, then a but more pressure trying to slice across my palm while wearing them with the same chef's knife. It did not cut through the material (WHEW!!!).
Then I took a look at the product's reviews here on Amazon and found one from April 13, 2015 where the individual stated that he tested the gloves by inserting "a wooden spoon handle in the finger hole", then cutting it with a "sharp Swiss-made blade" and the knife sliced right through the glove.
That worried me, so I decided to test that for myself, and inserted a wooden spoon handle into the thumb of one of the gloves and then proceeded to slice it with my sharpest Wusthof filet knife. My knife sliced into the glove immediately opening a hole that you'll see pictured below. I then laid the glove on the cutting board and sliced across the palm with that same filet knife trying to cut the glove - but was unable to cut it. Interesting - my knife cuts through the glove when a solid object is inside the glove but won't cut through the glove without a solid inflexible object inside it.
Then I did some research and discovered that "Gloves that are too tight may be cut more easily, as many of the fibers used for cut resistance use a rolling action to increase cut resistance. When these fibers cannot roll, such as when they are stretched from an ill-fitting or wrongly sized glove, they can “lose” some of their cut resistance." (Cut Resistance: What's In a Level 5 Glove?, EHS Today, Feb 1, 2010 Issue - http://ehstoday.com/ppe/news/cut-resistance-whats-level-glove-7862).
So stretching the glove tightly across a hard inflexible object such as a wooden spoon handle is not a valid test of cut resistance at all! Since I was totally unable to cut the gloves using the very same sharp filet knife when I tried cutting at parts that didn't have a wooden spoon in them I feel that is the valid test of these gloves- and they passed with flying colors.
Safety tip from manufacturer: If you’re using sharp tool/object, avoid direct contact and/or stabbing directly with the end points. These gloves are cut-resistent, not stab/punture resistent.
Photo taken by me shows the hole I cut in the finger stuffed with the wooden spoon - and the filet knife that was unable to cut the glove when I properly tested the cut resistance factor. When tested properly I was unable to cut these gloves at all - neither on or off my hand! Five well deserved stars. Item provided at discount for my evaluation - no obligations.
I purchased 4 pair of these gloves to use when we process meat. Yesterday we cut up a beef and it was the first opportunity I have had to test the gloves in a real and practical situation. No one wearing the gloves got so much as a nick so I rate them highly as to their cut resistance. I also have no complaints about the sizing or fit. They fit well, did not limit dexterity, and actually kept our hands warm. The material they are made of was not slick and enabled a firm grip. The cleaned rather easily and well. While wearing them, I applied dish soap and proceeded to wash my hands. I did find it somewhat difficult to rinse the soap out of them thoroughly. I then let them air dry. No funky smells and ready for next use. All of these positive posts must make you wonder why I rated them a 2 instead of a 5. Both pairs of the X-Large had small holes in the tips of the thumbs on the back of the glove. See photo. I can’t help but think that this was a manufacturing defect.
UPDATE: The customer service from this company is awesome. After seeing that I had a problem with the gloves, they contacted me and offered to make things right. They replaced the defective gloves and even expedited shipping! Thank you.
I got this because I was cutting a watermelon and stopped the blade of my knife with the palm of my hand. This is not the first time I used my hand to stop a knife, by accident. So when I received this glove I immediately had to test it.
I put the glove on and grabbed one of my sharpest knifes. I called over my girlfriend and let her know what I was doing so if the glove didn't work, she would know that I needed to go to the hospital immediately. She stood in the kitchen calling me an idiot for wanting to test out this glove. Being in a relationship with her for several years I'm used to her calling me an idiot and I decided to ignore her ( as usual). So, I rested the blade with the sharp end pressed against my palm and wrapped my fingers around the back of the blade and gripped it tight. With my other hand I grabbed the handle, I looked at my girlfriend and she was staring at the knife and wincing in either excitement or fear. I closed my eyes and I took a breath and ripped the blade out of my hand. I looked down and low and behold I did not get cut.
I can definitely say we were both shocked and happy that I did not need to get any stitches.
I would recommend this glove to any other idiot that can't use a knife properly.
They fit like a glove! The fit was perfect for me. I know that's luck but yay me. I was very surprised at how thin and usable they were. I use them for cleaning fish and they help with gripping the slippery fish and bonus, I didn't get nailed by any spines or cut bones! I haven't tried cutting my finger off yet so I cannot attest to their armor ability. They are a soft burlap texture and very absorbent. The instructions say to hand wash them. They do take a bit to clean and my gloves will forever smell like fish.
Great for saving fingers as an architecture student. I use really sharp blades for making models and I've slice open my fingers more times than I'd like to admit. These gloves have eliminated any new incidents. Recently I got a hamster and he is a bit of a biter. I had been scared to pick him up out of his cage, but I used these gloves to pick him up and now I've been able to bond with him and help him stop biting so much. He was unable to bite through the gloves despite his best effort. A+ product!
Feature Product
- QUALITY WHERE IT COUNTS: Stark Safe cut resistant gloves are made with the highest level of cut resistant material available on the market - 4 times stronger than leather - Level 5 cut resistance protection (EN388).
- MULTI-FUNCTIONAL: Great for food prep, cutting, slicing, peeling, grating, mandoline use, wood carving, oyster shucking, carpentry, metal work and more. Bulk Prices available for butchers, restaurants, and businesses.
- COMFORT FIT: Superior grip with a snug fit for small and large hands - prepare food or work on jobs with ultimate dexterity and precision. These cut gloves provide the feeling you need to get the job done.
- NO MORE HAND SWEAT: This premium anti cut material also allows maximum breathability for those long processes so your hands stay dry and comfortable. Put in a long day's work on the kitchen line or food prep for thanksgiving dinner with complete comfort.
- CUSTOMER CARE: We want to keep your hands safe and comfortable. If you aren't satisfied with the comfort and application of your cut resistant gloves, we'll make sure you're taken care of. No hassle. Cause we know you have things to do.
Description
Would You Believe It's Possible To Get Cut Resistant Gloves That Are Ultra Durable, Comfortably Breathable, And Made For Ultimate Dexterity?
With a 4.4-Star rating, chefs, restaurant owners, and kitchen enthusiasts agree that the Stark Cut Resistant Gloves are the best in the industry. The food grade polyethylene and proprietary silica based fibers keep these gloves snug for ultimate dexterity, breathable so your hands don't sweat, and most importantly durable to prevent serious injury!
KEY FEATURES
CEN's EN388 Level 5 Protection
4X's stronger than leather
Machine Washable
| LIGHTWEIGHT, BREATHABLE, COMFORTABLE |
Our cut gloves breathe so you can perform tasks without extreme discomfort. Each cut glove fits either left or right hand. This product goes through a 3 stage quality assurance process for protection, comfort ability, and peace of mind for our customers.
| FOOD SERVICE SAFE |
These cut gloves provide anti-bacterial prevention with a protective layer between you and your tools. Great for ALL kitchens, restaurants and homes!
| MULTIPLE USES |
Perfect for food prep and processing, chopping and cutting vegetables, potatoes, meat, poultry, grading cheese, etc. These are not recommended for large machine operation. They do not prevent direct-point punctures.
| WORLD CLASS SERVICE |
If for any reason you are not fully satisfied with our product or service, let us know right away and we will issue a refund, no questions asked or returns needed! Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority!
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Perfect fit for my hands. Have used them several times in the last few weeks. Did not like the odd petroleum odor that was in them, upon opening the package. Put them in the clothes washer with some Tide. Still had a faint petroleum odor. Started using them cutting veggies. Then, washed them in the dishwashing sink and few times. The odor has gone away. I will put them into the clothes washer to get them thoroughly clean. The big plus, No cuts on my fingers and hands anymore, and they fit so well, that they really do not get in the way, while cutting food. The right and left hand glove are identical. So, being right handed, i've got another glove, when the first one wears out. Very glad I made this purchase.
When I saw these cut resistant gloves, I knew they were something I needed. I was hesitant at first, but I can honestly say these things are amazing! I didn't go out of my way to try to cut myself, but since I've had these, I've had no damage to my hands or fingers. I cook daily, which includes chopping, slicing, and dicing. I use a big, sharp chef knife, so I am almost always drawing blood. This has not happened since I've been wearing these gloves!
The medium-sized gloves fit perfectly--snug, but not too tight. They feel sturdy and are well-made. I also thought they were easy to quickly wash up in the sink after handling raw meat. If you have problems with cutting yourself in the kitchen, I would definitely recommend these gloves!
Life saver. I cannot say enough good things about these gloves. I used them to install metal roof on our cabin and it lasted throughout the job and more. It also saved my hands from various cuts that would have required stitches and hospitalization because the saw jumped and hit my hand. These gloves saved me. I really recommend them.
As soon as I ordered these, I received an e-mail from Stark Safe. Very helpful representative, and some safety instructions.
It's nice to see a company following up on their products and making sure you are happy with your purchase.
As for the gloves themselves, they are awesome. Very well-made, breathable, durable, and efficient. If a Mora can't cut them, I'm pretty confident wearing them. Note that they are not stab-resistant. Make sure to order the right size.
Highly recommended. Stark Safe has my vote.
An indispensable kitchen tool for those with razor-sharp knives, and an especially necessary item with ANY use of a mandoline. These gloves are true to size, and have served me well so far, without any nicks, rips, or cuts. Highly recommend.
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