Mechanix Wear Original Black GLoves

The Mechanix Wear Original Black Gloves are one of the most recognised and most popular all-purpose work gloves on the market. Tried, tested and proven for over 25 years, the Mechanix Wear Original provide the perfect combination of flexibility and protection. 

Key Features Of The Mechanix Original

• Durable, seamless synthetic leather palm for maximum dexterity
• Tapered Thermoplastic Rubber closure for secure fit around the wrist
• Industrial strength loop and hook
• Double stitched index finger and thumb for added durability
• Breathable TrekDry material on the back to keep hands cool and dry

PHYSICAL RESISTANCE OF THE MECHANIX WEAR Original GLOVES

The Mechanix Wear Original Gloves have been tested to EN 388, the European Standard that gauges the resistance of the glove to a range of physical threats. Please see the table below for a breakdown of the results.

Uses Of The Mechanix Wear Original Gloves

These all-purpose gloves have endless uses, including:

• Maintenance and repair
• Equipment operation
• DIY home improvement

Easy to Clean

The Mechanix Wear Original Gloves are machine-washable. Wash in cold water with mild laundry detergent and avoid contact with bleach or oxidants. Air dry the gloves after washing, as applying heat may cause shrinkage.

Sizing of the Gloves

The Mechanix Wear Original Black Gloves are available in sizes Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large and XX-Large. Please refer to the image and table below to determine the right size glove for you. If your measurements fall between two sizes, we recommend choosing the smaller of the two for a snug fit.

Documentation for the Mechanix Gloves

Conformity Statement	Instructions for Use

Delivery

This item will be dispatched by Royal Mail, DPD courier or UPS courier.

The estimated delivery time for this item is usually 1-3 working days when ordered before 14:00, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays).

UK Delivery Charges

Certain orders delivered to the UK are subject to a delivery charge; refer to the table below for more information. Please note that all values are listed exclusive of VAT.

What is EN 388?

You might have noticed that this product adheres to EN standard EN 388. EN standards ensure that the product you are buying meets the safety standards of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), the highest standards organisation recognised by and working on behalf of the European Union. To pass any EN standard, a PPE product must undergo some of the most rigorous safety tests around.

There are many EN standards that our gloves adhere to. However, the EN standard that we’re concerned about here is EN 388. EN 388 stands for Mechanical Resistance, and informs you of your gloves' resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears and punctures.

How Do I Read the EN 388 Score?

Simply speaking, the higher the score that this product achieves, the better the product will be at resisting that hazard. Products will score between Level 0 and Level 4 for abrasion, tears and punctures, and if they weren’t tested for that hazard you will see N/A written instead of a number.

Cuts are a little different and, with the EN 388 standard rewritten in 2016, it means that gloves will either be tested to cut resistance or ISO cut resistance (sometimes called TDM cut resistance). Gloves tested to cut resistance will score between Level 0 and Level 5, and gloves tested to ISO cut resistance will achieve a score between Level A and Level F with the higher letter offering better cut protection.

Where Can I Find Out More?

This is just a brief overview of EN standard EN 388 so you know where you are standing. For further information, you can see the Introductory EN 388 Blog in our Knowledge Centre.