I doubt these gloves will stop a bullet, but they are pretty darn strong.
The full-grain genuine leather is just the start. The palms are constructed with a second layer made of Kevlar-reinforced leather. The back of the hand features additional protective carbon fiber, while the fingers have a second layer of leather.
The palm also features Clarino for an extra-secure grip. Want to know what Clarino is? It’s a synthetic leather with multiple layers including polyurethane and a finish coat. This makes it feel like leather but gives it the extra grip.
The cuffes are short for flexibility and easy on/off. They close with a velcro strap.
February 26th, 2008 at 3:25 pm
These are the gloves I got. No they won’t stop a bullet, but definitely better than a lot of touring glove products out there. At least these provide some protection. Slightly cold to ride in Southern California winters though.
February 27th, 2008 at 2:00 pm
[...] Check out the customer reviews on these gloves and you’ll be satisfied that they are a great deal. But if you’re looking for something a bit more rugged, or if you want leather, check out the Alpinestars SP-S model. [...]