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12.06.2023 - 01:03 / gardenerspath.com / Matt Suwak
17 of the Best Gardening Gloves in 2023I’ll save you all my backstory, except to say I’ve been working with my hands for more than 20 years and know what works and what doesn’t.
I’ve worked through just about every style of glove and have decided that, heck, most gloves stink.
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Over the years I’ve whittled down a long list of what works and what doesn’t, and have honed my expert’s eye on what makes a good pair of gloves for working in the garden.
I think the reason I’m an expert judge on what makes for the best gardening gloves is because I don’t like wearing them.
It’s as plain as that. To me, pulling something on to protect my hands is a necessary annoyance at best, and an all-consuming distraction the rest of the time.
So my favorite gloves are the ones you barely know are there, for whatever outdoor task is at hand.
Maybe yours meet slightly different parameters – this roundup will prove to be an excellent read for you as well.
Let’s dig into 17 of the best gardening gloves either I or my close and trusted associates have had the pleasure of working with.
You’ll find a pair here suited to every task in the garden, in a variety of materials, sizes, and styles.
17 Favorite Gardening GlovesIf you’re wondering before we get into the list, “How do I pick the best gardening gloves for me?” – you’re not alone.
I’ll keep this short and simple and say again that the best gloves are the ones you barely know are there. I’ve got a favorite, which I’ll share with you below, but I think this is a good quality for every glove you put on to have.
Even the most protective gloves should feel comfortable and be easy to wear, or at
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