Good quality gloves to work on your toys. Saved my fingers from cuts and bruises so many times. Used FastFit Gloves for a few small to medium tasks like replacement of brake pads, shocks and struts,rack and pinion assembly, multiple oil changes and some others. For oil changes though i would recommend to use disposable "rubbers", cause this ones soak up oil easily and then leave oily marks on your hands and everything you touch. But if you still decide to do oil change using this gloves it is pretty easy to wash them. I put them in a bucket with a little bit of water and a good amount of degreaser. After multiple wash cycles with heavy chemicals and moderate use on multiple projects no fading or structural damage is noticed.
I love these gloves for shooting sports and hunting when finger dexterity is important. Easy on and off. They are great for work/chores but they will wear just as quickly as cheap rubber coated gloves. I can buy cheap rubber coated gloves for bout $1 a pair in bulk packs so I save these fast fits for when being real precise with fingers is key. Example would be manipulating all shotgun, pistol and semi auto rifle functions. Not to mention loading mags. Enjoy
These gloves fit so well that I forget I am even wearing (think second skin). They are great even when they get wet. I originally bought them because I needed gloves where I did not lose dexterity when holding small objects working on the car. I have since used them to build a deck and later to repair my sprinkler systems. I even used an old pair for a tough mudder (I cut the finger tips off).
The gloves will last for a project or two, but don't expect them to last for months of manual labor. If you want this, then buy a different pair, but don't expect to have the same ability to handle small objects. My gloves typically lose the finger tip first (again, I use them for picking up small objects and protecting my fingers), but the gloves will still protect my lower fingers and palm. Overall great gloves for what they do.
Mechanix Fast Fit, Large, Black - 2012 Edition
I'm not really sure if these are new for 2012, but I just ordered these from Amazon so the description of the design is current as of early February 2012. I have an older pair of the black Fast Fit gloves from late 2009 and the design is remarkably different.
First off, these new Fast Fit gloves have a different logo/print on the back of the glove. There's a different font for MECHANIX, and it actually says FASTFIT on the sealant graphics (feels sticky/tacky). In addition, there's a tag advertising TEKDRY fabric used for the glove that allows for quicker drying and wicking of moisture. It is supposed to stimulate the hand's own ability in systemic health, whatever that means? I know it feels comfortable though.
The palm material is also remarkably different from the traditional Mechanix gloves. Instead of the usual 65% Nylon and 35% Polyurethane, it is 60% Nylon and 40% Polyurethane. As a result, the simulated leather seems to be smoother, more durable, less susceptible to pilling like the older material. I have not tested the true endurance of this material, but I know the 65/35 stuff tends to wear out quickly with use. This 60/40 material just seems more durable, and I'd expect that with more polyurethane content. The thumb also has a light gray leather patching.
The styling really is very different in a good way. The Fast Fit differs from the original Mechanix gloves mainly with the lack of a Velcro wrist strap and less simulated leather around the finger tips. The Fast Fit feels thinner and lighter overall. What this means to the user is that the original Mechanix glove is probably a better choice if you're expecting to get your hands dinged up badly. The Fast Fit is designed more for the casual use glove that slips on/off faster and allows for more dexterity. That said, I don't see a huge difference between the two types of gloves to justify the price delta.
The Fast Fit is more convenient and lighter, but the Original is still a good design. I'm going to do a comparison between the 65/35 and 60/40 material to see which I like in the long run. Generally speaking, the simulated leather parts of the glove will be the first to wear out - so this is probably the most important aspect of the glove. I had a really old pair of Mechanix Original gloves from 2007 where I wore holes through the index/middle fingers and thumb. I got my index caught under the tire of my car as I was spinning the tire (with the car up on jackstands) to check for brake rotor drag. It smooshed my finger and had I not worn the Mechanix gloves, I probably would have lost the nail and incurred more damage. But I still got a nasty bruise and some scratches. Had I worn a Mechanix glove that didn't have holes, I probably wouldn't have gotten hurt at all.
Overall: 5/5 stars, great fit, easy to wear, new Tekdry fabric seems to work in keeping my hands dry, and the new 60% Nylon / 40% Polyurethane simulated leather seems to be more durable.
High quality, beautiful fit, excellent dexterity, and warm to boot. Easy to put on and pull off and the price is beautiful. I've spent $40 on under armor gloves that were terrible due to the lack of dexterity in the fingers, difficulty putting on and pulling off, and general bulkiness of the gloves themselves. Look no further for a winter glove / all purpose glove my friends. I thought a large would do for me, but I wound up having to order an XL which was no big deal. I actually gave the L size to a co worker who loves them and am currently waiting on my XL's to arrive.
If you want a no nonsense all around quality glove, buy Mechanix and accept NO substitutions.
Feature Product
- Affordable, versatile all-purpose design
- Easy-on, easy-off elastic cuff
- Lycra insert panels between fingers
- Ultra-snug, form-fitting two-way stretch spandex construction
- Durable, breathable synthetic leather palm
Description
Professionals and enthusiasts agree – the FastFit is a toolbox must-have. Form-fitting stretch panels between your fingers provide a snug fit and the elastic cuff offers easy on/off flexibility between tasks. The anatomically designed two-piece palm eliminates material bunching for an exceptional fit when working with hand tools. Breathable TrekDry material form-fits the back of your hand and helps keep them cool and comfortable as you work through the day.
Love these gloves. They don't last forever, but they are quick to take on and off without the annoying velcro straps. Yes they are thin, but they allow good feeling. Saved me from many cuts and burns. I am on my third pair. I have worked in them almost daily for three years. If you don't like them, then you are using them for the wrong purpose.
I bought a pair of these for my bugout bag. Just something to use in a what-if scenario. So I can't comment on durability. They aren't particularly comfortable due to the way the seams are sewn inside the fingers, but I'm not wearing them every day so it's not as much an issue for me. Please note that they fit snug for the size. In many Mechanic's gloves I'm kind of between a medium and a large, but this large pair barely goes over my hands. If you're undecided about size, definitely err on the larger side.
I bought the wrong size (meant to get one size larger) but they fit my son an Mechanix has always been a quality durable pair of gloves. Bought them for riding a motorcycle and they work well with a touch screen phone. Wish I had purchased the correct size. I will buy another that are the correct size.
I really like these gloves. They are less of a pain to put on than the traditional Mechanix gloves in that they don't have the velcro strap to deal with. I also like the feel of them, the material seems to be a little thinner than other gloves which gives me a better feel when working on things with my fingers. Perhaps this would reduce durability, but I have had no issues yet.
The material on the palms is suitably grippy without being awkward to work with.
I purchased a second pair to use as shooting gloves to prevent my hands from getting covered in gunpowder and lead residue. They work well for this purpose, and I am able to feel the trigger easily through the material.
Got my first pair of FastFit's at an auto parts store. After 3 awesome years, I replaced them with other gloves that couldn't last more than one.. Mechanix gloves are great for twisting wrenches and pulling parts. Definitely pricey, but worth it. Using any glove is better than bare hands every day, no question...these just happen to rock.
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