 | Our Best Mechanics Gloves1 Comment3 January 2023 | Sharman Mechanics gloves need to be flexible and grippy enough for you to safely and accurately work in oily conditions. But in the garage, every day can be different, so there are a variety of other challenges and hazards to consider. Whatever the job, from precise engine maintenance under the bonnet, to heavy duty body work with a power saw, Our Best Mechanics Gloves guide will help you find the gloves for you.
What Does This Guide Cover?Here at SafetyGloves.co.uk we sell a wide range of Mechanics Gloves, ranging from thin disposable gloves for contamination prevention, to oil resistant and cut resistant gloves for higher risk tasks. Click on any of the points below to head on down to the area of your choice.
Best All-round Mechanics GlovesWinner: MaxiFlex Ultimate Palm Coated Handling Gloves
Why We Love Them... ✔ Thin and flexible while retaining versatile mechanical resistance Perfect For... ✔ Handling small parts and work that requires precision Not the Best For... ✗ High cut resistance (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: The MaxiFlex Ultimate Palm Coated Handling Gloves are lightweight, thin, grippy and among the most popular handling gloves available. They're ideal for most precision and lower risk mechanics jobs, as well as being breathable and skin-kind for long-lasting comfort. Customer Verdict: "Best outdoor gloves I have ever used…it's the first thing I put on before getting my hands dirty whether doing building work, gardening or under the bonnet of my cars." Irek ★★★★★ Best Cut-Resistant Mechanics GlovesWinner: Portwest CT65 VHR Nitrile Foam Cut Level E Gloves
Why We Love Them... ✔ DyUltra and polyester blend build offers high level E cut resistance Perfect For... ✔ Handling really sharp or jagged parts and tools Not the Best For... ✗ Impact protection (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: Combining incredibly high cut resistance with a thin, 15 gauge liner, the Portwest CT65 Gloves offer serious protection without taking away your dexterity or sensitivity. This makes them the ideal choice for those dangerous jobs where you still really need to feel what you're doing Best Oil-Resistant Mechanics GlovesWinner: MaxiDry 3/4 Coated Oil-Resistant Gloves 56-425
Why We Love Them... ✔ Fantastic resistance to oil, grease, water for the safest possible grip Perfect For... ✔ Safely and precisely working in oily, wet or greasy conditions Not the Best For... ✗ High cut risk work (See our solution) Editor's View: The MaxiDry 3/4 Coated Oil-Resistant Gloves offer outstanding oil resistance, making them well-suited to the dirtiest mechanical jobs. They're also really flexible, lightweight and grippy, making them great for a variety of technical work in the garage. Customer Verdict: "I’m a vehicle tech and I love these gloves, just the right balance between protection and dexterity." Chris ★★★★★ Best Heavy Duty Mechanics GlovesWinner: HexArmor Rig Lizard 2021X Heat-Resistant Gloves with Impact Protection
Why We Love Them... ✔ Sturdy exoskeleton protects outside of hands from impacts Perfect For... ✔ The highest risk and most dangerous mechanical work Not the Best For... ✗ High dexterity work (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Certified for resistance to impacts and contact heat up to 250°C, these HexArmor Gloves will keep your hands protected, even during the most dangerous mechanical work. They also offer strong resistance to abrasions, tears, cuts and punctures, making them incredibly well-rounded, too. Best Lightweight Mechanics GlovesWinner: Polyco Matrix F Grip Gloves
Why We Love Them... ✔ Coarse nitrile coating offers great grip, even in lightly oily conditions Perfect For... ✔ Handling small car parts and using tools Not the Best For... ✗ High cut risk tasks (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: The Polyco Matrix F Grip Gloves are lightweight, thin work gloves that offer good resistance against oil, making them well suited to a range of low-risk jobs in the garage. They're also coated with a flexible nitrile layer that retains dexterity while also offering a precise and safe grip. Customer Verdict: "Very good value for a good product. These give a certain amount of protection and you don't lose the feel of what you are handling. They also last pretty well." Clive ★★★★★ Best Disposable Mechanics GlovesBest Semi-Disposable Mechanics GlovesWinner: Grippaz Black Semi-Disposable Nitrile Grip Gloves
Why We Love Them... ✔ Extremely tough for disposables and can be used more than once Perfect For... ✔ Working in oily conditions with the smallest engine parts like nuts and bolts Not the Best For... ✗ Mechanical protection (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: Grippaz Gloves are some of the strongest disposable gloves available. They're strong enough that you can use them extensively, more than once, so we've called them semi-disposable. Grippaz are an industry favourite and their famous fishscale grip gives you excellent control and precision, even in oily conditions. If you're working under the bonnet, Grippaz are your best bet! Customer Verdict: "Mechanic’s Hands - Got these gloves to keep my hands clean while working on car engines. Much stronger than normal nitrile gloves, last much longer before they tear and good grip especially when fingers are a bit greasy." Alex ★★★★★ Best Fully Disposable Mechanics GlovesWinner: Black Mamba Disposable Nitrile Gloves BX-BMG
Why We Love Them... ✔ Really thin design maximises flexibility and touch sensitivity Perfect For... ✔ Working with oil, break fluid, petrol and diesel Not the Best For... ✗ Long-lasting comfort and skin health (See our solution)
Editor's Verdict: When it comes to single-use disposable mechanics gloves, it doesn't get better than Black Mamba. They're incredibly thin and flexible, perfect for the most technical and fiddly jobs. The gloves also offer outstanding grip, even in oily conditions, meaning that you can use them to handle small car parts and precision tools with ease. Customer Verdict: "I use these for mechanics/repair and they are easy to use, sensitive to touch, really robust, resist tears and chemical (oil) deterioration & are perfect for the task." Justin ★★★★★ Choose the Right Mechanics GlovesThe gloves in this guide are some of our bestselling mechanics gloves, trusted by industry professionals and loved by our customers. We hope you've found the pair for you, but if not, take a look at our entire Mechanics Gloves range. Have any questions, or anything to add? Tell us in the comments below, or find us on Facebook and Twitter! |
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