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  • Uhlamn/Allstar Non-grippy

    35 24.65%
  • Uhlman/Allstar Gripstar

    22 15.49%
  • Santelli

    5 3.52%
  • HOM Fencing

    6 4.23%
  • BG/SG

    12 8.45%
  • Leon Paul

    20 14.08%
  • Duellist

    1 0.70%
  • Triplette

    5 3.52%
  • Other

    33 23.24%
  • This poll is flawed

    3 2.11%
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Thread: Gloves, anyone?

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    Gloves, anyone?

    As soon as they're back in, I'm getting one, And probably in the purple, simply because it matches my unholy assortment of clors, but that brings up a point, I have seen countless polls on who uses what shoe, blade, uniform, mask, wears what kind of socks, and even what colors you'll paint your stuff in a pinch, but no glove polls, so here's mine.

    What brand of glove do you use, and why?

    Currently, I use an Uhlmann non-stickypalm glove, simply because they fit right, and were cost effective.

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    I think it's SG, it's that purple one. I chose it because it seemed a bit more durable than the bargain brands. It didn't really hold up to my expectations and it's falling apart now, so I'm getting a new one, which will be either the cheap Absolute glove or Purple Fencer's glove.

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    The Allstar Gripstar one currently, but I'm aiming to get the top of the line Leon Paul one, just because it looks so nice and sleek and such supple leather.

    It's hard to find a good epee glove, damnit.

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    Post Sport. Looking forward to an Armor800 Sabre glove, when it eventually comes out (and I have money).

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    I have the same purple glove that mrbiggs has from SG. I have the same problems as he does. It is developing holes all over the place. At Summer Nationals I am either going to get one of Purple Fencer's or some other good glove that will last.
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    This poll is flawed. My last 3 gloves have all been PBT. The fingers are nice and tight and are great for good feel for the grip. Who needs sloppy fingers.
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    Quote Originally Posted by epeeisky
    I have the same purple glove that mrbiggs has from SG. I have the same problems as he does. It is developing holes all over the place. At Summer Nationals I am either going to get one of Purple Fencer's or some other good glove that will last.
    You have no idea how mkuch that warms me heart to hear!!

    Obviously...I use my own glove (actually...one of the earlier prototypes.)
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    Get one from Purple Fencer

    I just ordered a complete club set to replace what we are using at the club!

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    I use the three weapon grey leather from BG. I love it. It fits me very well. It has a large cuff, padding on the back of the hand, thin leather for the fingers, and it has held up to wear and tear extremely well. I've had mine for three years of fencing 3-4 times a week and it has yet to develop a hole. It was only $15 too.

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    Quote Originally Posted by fencerbill
    This poll is flawed.
    Yes. Santelli is no more, so it'd be tough to get one of their gloves, I daresay.

    I am using a washable glove from American Fencers Supply.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Purple Fencer
    You have no idea how mkuch that warms me heart to hear!!

    Obviously...I use my own glove (actually...one of the earlier prototypes.)
    Your fencing wire is the only one that passed muster at the moment with about 0.6 ohms, so I will go with a company that has a good track record in my mind.
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    Pity this wasn't made a multiple choice poll...

    I voted for my favourite glove (Allstar 'Gripstar') but also use Alstar non-stickys aswell as cheap -- but durable and washable -- StM gloves.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Inquartata
    Yes. Santelli is no more, so it'd be tough to get one of their gloves, I daresay.
    A while back, someone on here was selling Santelli gloves from U Maryland's supply as a fund-raiser; I bought a bunch. They might still have some available.

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    I am now using HOM's purple glove, in preference over my previous favorite, the Uhlmann non-grippy.

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    I'm a fan of the Duellist Grippy gloves. They fit well, have very nice padding in the back for sabre and they make me look like spiderman!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Inquartata
    Yes. Santelli is no more, so it'd be tough to get one of their gloves, I daresay.

    I am using a washable glove from American Fencers Supply.
    Oddly enough a teammate of mine came across several for sale and managed to pick up - oh eight of them I guess. Kind enough to give me several as well, bless her heart.
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    Here is the link to the thread with the mention about UM fencing selling
    Santelli gloves.

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    Right now I'm trying out an Uhlmann glove after wearing through two LP gloves within ten months. I'm thinking there's got to be a burr somewhere on one of my grips to the gloves to be that torn up. The seams are splitting right along where the thumb panel is sewn onto the palm.

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    Flawed.

    My right-hand glove is a purple BG, while my left-hand glove is an Absolute.
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    I just got the slightly advanced absolute washable glove. Very nice so far lots of padding, but good finger grip etc. The cheap washable lasted for a year so I have high hopes for this one.

    And I don't know if UM has any more of the santelli gloves (I know we sold a bunch) but if someone wants one I can ask around
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