Blacksmith Gloves

Being a blacksmith means being a skilled and talented worker. It means working with your hands, creating and shaping a substance that is otherwise resistant to all manipulation. Blacksmiths have been around for generations, back to when swords were needed to fight in a war. Although the craft is formed on the same basis, the focus on safety and protection has come along in leaps and bounds since then. There is now a range of protective gear that can be worn to help protect the body, face and eyes from the dangers that accompany working in a smithy.

The hands are in particular danger. From moving things in and out of fires to wielding heavy tools to forge them into shape, the hands are at risk of a range of potential injuries. The use of blacksmith gloves help to protect them, although whether it is from the heat or from pressure depends on the role you play in the smith. Blacksmith gloves are important for the hands must still be highly dexterous and be able to feel the differences in the metal you are working with, as otherwise you lose the fine senses that a blacksmith develops.

There are a range of different blacksmith gloves available to help you focus the search on what is most appropriate for your needs. Blacksmith gloves offer protection and help improve safety, a key factor that should be taken into account with this type of work.

If you require further information about blacksmith gloves, please contact our support team on 020 7501 1104.