Gloves in Combat: Friend or Foe? A Detailed Guide to Choosing

In the world of buhurt, profight, and duels, gloves are an integral part of our equipment. They protect our hands from injuries, but are they always a friend? The key to success is choosing the right gloves that provide protection but don’t limit our potential.

Buhurt, Longsword, Polearm:

In group combat, where safety is paramount, full gloves with a closed thumb are recommended. The thumb should be covered for at least 1/3 of its length, and the wrist cuff should be extended. Despite limiting movement, they provide maximum protection against hits from polearms and one-handed weapons, minimizing the risk of injury.

Materials:

The optimal material thickness is around 1.5 mm. This thickness allows for the dissipation of impact force and hand protection, while preventing the gloves from being quickly destroyed by overload.

Additional Aspects:

• Size Selection: Quilted gloves should be perfectly fitted to the size of the hand.
• Inner Material: The inner part of the glove should prevent the weapon from slipping and provide a secure grip.
• Wrist Circumference: Gloves should have an appropriate wrist circumference to prevent them from being easily pulled off the hand during grappling.
• Straps: Additional straps connecting the gloves to the forearm will ensure that they are not lost during combat.

Single-Handed Sword Duels:

In duels, where technique and precision are key, gloves can be lighter, made of 1 mm material. Fingers should be fully covered, and the thumb partially covered from the inside. (For those who want to use on own risk finger gloves should use rondels for protection)

Glove Type and Profile:

The type of glove and profile should be adapted to individual techniques. If you prioritize wrist mobility, choose gloves with a short, wide, or movable cuff. The glove itself should have a light profile, allowing for a full grip on the weapon and free movement on the handle.

Inner Padding:

The choice of inner padding and additional cushioning depends on how much minimalism we want to go for, in order to limit the weight of the glove and its limitations. We recommend familiarizing yourself with EVA foam, which perfectly distributes impact force, does not rot, and is easy to mold. You can also choose quilted or leather gloves according to your preferences.

Profight:

In this discipline, combining elements of buhurt, duels, and MMA, the choice of gloves depends on individual strategy. If you plan to use weapons in more complex sequences, choose gloves that provide greater precision. If you are focusing on single, powerful strikes, minimalism may be a better solution.

Remember:

• Always match gloves to your needs and preferences.
• Don’t forget about individual modification and understanding how gloves work.
• Learn their strengths and weaknesses to make the most of them.

Well-chosen gloves are not only a safety feature, but also a key to success in combat. Remember, gloves can be your best friend, as long as you choose the right ones!

What do you think about choosing gloves? Share your experiences in the comments!