CWSNV1988 Report post Posted April 21, 2014 (edited) I searched the forums on this, and found nothing on the particular subject. Well, I saw an advertisement for chainmail gloves for cutting food. A few days later, I dang near cut myself, and I remembered about those gloves. Then I thought the gloves might be a good idea to use, especially with round knives (I know 2 people with missing fingers because of a roundknife). What are your opinions? Think it will scratch the leather up? Edited April 21, 2014 by CWSNV1988 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LTC Report post Posted April 21, 2014 yep. you could always put something between the leather and the hand the glove is on to prevent scratches though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken G Report post Posted April 21, 2014 I own a couple of the gloves sold by Rapala that I use for filleting fish. I have thought about using them while cutting leather but haven't tried them yet. If I can find one tomorrow I will try it out and see if it marks the leather. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CWSNV1988 Report post Posted April 21, 2014 I own a couple of the gloves sold by Rapala that I use for filleting fish. I have thought about using them while cutting leather but haven't tried them yet. If I can find one tomorrow I will try it out and see if it marks the leather. Cool, would love to hear the results before I buy any Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
howie696 Report post Posted April 21, 2014 You can get cut resistant gloves on ebay, made of a synthethetic fabric Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cem Report post Posted April 21, 2014 You can get cut resistant gloves that are made with fabric and stainless wire or you could put a vinyl disposable glove over the top of the chain one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CWSNV1988 Report post Posted April 21, 2014 You can get cut resistant gloves on ebay, made of a synthethetic fabric Never heard of those, and they are quite cheaper. Thanks for heads up, will have to buy a pair and test it out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chiefjason Report post Posted April 21, 2014 I have fillet gloves that are like a mail with a rubber coat. Never had a problem with the leather getting marked up. Been using them for a year or more. Saves on bandaids. lol You can still cut yourself but it takes a lot of effort for even a minor cut. Points have a way of getting through occasionally. I slipped bad a while back and don't want to think about what my finger would look like without those gloves on. I rarely touch one of my knives without the glove on my off hand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UKRay Report post Posted April 21, 2014 I suspect the reason you have never heard anything on the forum about using chainmaile gloves is because they don't work. I read this post about a dozen times trying to work out if someone was having a joke, but it seems legit... I am still not sure! In order to cut leather precisely and accurately you need to take time and care with a very sharp knife. At the same time you need to keep your fingers away from the cutting edge. Most folk can manage this perfectly well. I have never heard of a single instance (in forty years of leatherworking) of someone losing a finger to a roundknife. I've seen and experienced a few nasty gashes, but if you work around exceedingly sharp tools then a slice or two is almost expected. Just be careful and remember that cutting with a very sharp knife doesn't need the sort of pressure that would cut off a finger. If you are stupid enough to work with a blunt knife then I guess chopping your fingers off is just a bolt-on talent. Chainmaile gloves are awkward to wear, damage the leather and, as I mentioned, I believe you you can't work in them. But I can't wait to hear how you get on! Lol. Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carver Report post Posted April 22, 2014 Started using a wood carving glove after cutting the top of my thumb joint OFF you can get them at any of the woodcarving supply houses . I then painted the palm and finger side of it with rubber glue so it would grip better and it took a little getting used to but works well . I was cutting a fender out for a saddle and the blade snapped and took off at an angle and completely cut the top of the joint off . they literally glued it back together . and it works fine now . So UK RAY now you have heard of it. and the knife was sharp and my hand was about 6 inches away from my cutting line it was just a really tough piece of 12 oz. skirting leather . and I do this for a living , but freak accidents happen, so if it makes you feel more secure wear a glove . I did eventually get over being spooked and have since quit using the glove. and nothing takes the place of being very careful Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
