Wash Care Reminder MK-1 / MK-1 ULTRA Structural Gloves: Though Hand Wash is recommended, if you use the gear extractor DO NOT use turnout gear detergent. Even if detergent says PH Neutral the chemical content will dry out the natural oils in the leather on any brand of gloves which reduces suppleness and longevity. Use Tide liquid or dish wash liqu...

64N, 70N, 70W, 76N, 76W, 82N, 82W

(See Sizing Instructions & Diagraph Below)

The first number is the measurement of the Firefighter's index finger. The second part of the size, the letter, comes from the width of the Firefighter's hand across the knuckles. Please see the below diagraph chart from NFPA 1971-2018, Protective Ensembles for Structural Firefighting and Proximity Fire Fighting, for how to size the Firefighter's hand.

MK-1 Texas Long Cuff Now Available at Dingesfire.com

Cuff Spec:
Cuff extension length 16cm from glove body edge. Cuff opening width 29cm for size 76W (LG) and will vary up/down 6mm accordingly from size to size.

Cuff material 100% Nomex woven fabric lined with 100% cotton woven fabric 300gm/sq mtr weight with flame resistant finish. Nomex belt with metal clip for tightening cuff; 5mm wide reflective tape across cuff where it meets glove body.

SQUAD-1 Extrication Gloves: Inexpensive nylon (aka cordura) vs. legendary Kevlar. SQUAD-1 is the only Extrication/Rescue Glove fully lined with 100% Kevlar - which means Less Bulk with more flexibility + flame resistance - and featuring a Kangaroo skin palm for easily the best grip wet or dry. Better Glove = Better Performance!

MK-1 Original Prototype still being worn by this burn instructor since 2016. Discolored green Kevlar indicates severe thermal exposure.

This month we also introduce our NFPA compliant VSW Proximity Gloves with a promotional price kick-off. 

View our vendor page for a listing of distributors servicing your areas for purchase information.

MK-1 Cadet sizing now available with 1/2" shorter finger lengths.  Accommodates users with thick/bulky hand and fingers. SM-XXXL