Glove of choice help !!!!

[USMC 82-86]

#6129

I need a little imput on gloves please. I currently shoot a tab and glove and am leaning toward the glove. I find the glove more convenient and more comfortable when I shoot.

When I shoot with a tab my release is very nice, but I feel like it is coming off sometimes when I loose the arrow. The one that I use had the no pinch feature when purchased but it was soon history the rubber tab that holds it in place tore in half and the elastic portion that I put my finger in keeps getting loose.

I find the glove to be less of a hassle and more comfortable and my release is nearly the same. I did notice the one I use is only a couple of weeks old and has developed a crease between my first joint and middle of pad on my fingertip. I use one that was at a local shop here in Southern Ca. Great tree is the maker nice enough I guess for 10 bucks. I shoot 3-5 days a week and almost always about 150-200 arrows when I do shoot. Can you give me any help with choosing a good quality, comfortable glove with a smooth release I don’t care if the leather is a little thick but prefer medium thickness. Thanks in advance.

I forgot to mention I will need to order this glove as the shops here in my area cater to the training wheels crowd very little in the way of traditional equipment, I get a strange look and we don’t keep that stuff on hand. They also don’t seem to want to order the items either.

[Bone]

#48171

I started out using a glove 15 years ago. I would either lose them or wear them out. Then switched to a glove tried several types found i like to feel the string like I could with a tab. The glove I prefer is the Damascus glove thick/thin enough to protect fingers and still feel string. Three rivers carries them at a good price and they come highly recommended by them. Tried others that’s what works for me. A little trial an error has to be done at times. Good luck!!!

[Bone]

#48173

Sorry meant say started out with a tab.

[Hiram]

#48441

I envy your initial choice. I am converting to the tab for it’s many advantages.
A tab lasts a long time.
A tab gives you finger tip contact for your reference.
Tab wins hands down on the smoothest release.
If the Tab was not superior, why would 99% of all Olympic Archers be using them?
Tab can just be flipped out of the way when using your fingers while hunting, if need be.
Tab is made of super slick materials like Cordovan etc. and can be enhanced by powder to slick them up.
You can make your own much easier.
They are cheaper by comparison to a quality glove like American Leathers Bigshot.
Why give it up?

[LimbLover]

#48483

Hiram wrote: I envy your initial choice. I am converting to the tab for it’s many advantages.
A tab lasts a long time.
A tab gives you finger tip contact for your reference.
Tab wins hands down on the smoothest release.
If the Tab was not superior, why would 99% of all Olympic Archers be using them?
Tab can just be flipped out of the way when using your fingers while hunting, if need be.
Tab is made of super slick materials like Cordovan etc. and can be enhanced by powder to slick them up.
You can make your own much easier.
They are cheaper by comparison to a quality glove like American Leathers Bigshot.
Why give it up?

Hiram…I’m going to have to play devil’s advocate on almost all of your statements.

Tabs are easy to lose, especially hunting.

Yes they do give you a better reference but because all of your fingers are bunched together it can be very uncomfortable/confusing for some shooters.

I disagree with the smoothest release. It depends on the shooter. I have a much smoother release with a thin glove.

I would argue that Olympic archers shoot much differently than a traditional bowhunter. Try a Cavalier Elite tab to see what I mean.

Why would you want to flip the Tab out of the way? That is one more thing to do when your heart is pumping in your throat. Gloves are always ready to shoot and the hand is usable.

Many gloves have cordovan tips and the same can be applied.

Very true…they are easier to make.

Quality is an opinion. The best gloves aren’t always the most fancy/expensive gloves. I paid $27 for a Alaskan Bowhunting Super Glove and wore it out faster than the $15 Damascus I’ve been shooting since I started.

Why not switch? 😈

[Hubertus]

#48542

I’ll agree with everything Hiram said.
I tried a few different gloves (american leathers was the best IMO, if you deffinately prefer the glove) before making my own tab & I’m not going back.
All you need is a scrap piece of 4oz veg tan leather & some oil to treat it with

[Cottonwood]

#48581

I also shoot with a glove by Bear. I have to agree about loosing tabs, as one kid this last week lost his in the woods some place while gopher hunting.

Lucky for him, I had an extra glove that I gave him.

[Bone]

#48737

As always to each their own is what will work for you!!! I shoot the best bare fingers but there is not enough time to work up the hide on my fingers

[David Petersen]

#48907

Jarhead — Gloves vs. tabs is another ongoing discussion. Since you want to order a glove I suggest that you check out Alaska Bowhunting Supply’s current “fire sale” including some screaming deals on shooting gloves. I personally prefer soft, like deerskin, with synthetic-reinforced finger tips, as leather when wet is like shoot with a sponge. Nylon tips are common and work well. “Snookum” tips offer the best release I’ve experienced, but wear out way too fast. On size, most gloves will stretch a fair amount with use. I shoot large, but can make do with medium. If you need xtra large, send a PM to Patrick who may be able to help you out. When it’s cold I cut the finger tips out of my shooting-hand glove. When it’s warm I wear the glove over a very thin pair of mesh camo gloves. My feeling about so many of our “family arguments” about what is “best” is that we all should try as much as possible for ourselves. You tried a tab and now want to try a glove. Others go the other way. Get yourself a good glove and then you’ll know what’s best for you, glove or tab. Semper Fi, dave

[rebstud]

#49091

David Petersen wrote: Jarhead — Gloves vs. tabs is another ongoing discussion. Since you want to order a glove I suggest that you check out Alaska Bowhunting Supply’s current “fire sale” including some screaming deals on shooting gloves. I personally prefer soft, like deerskin, with synthetic-reinforced finger tips, as leather when wet is like shoot with a sponge. Nylon tips are common and work well. “Snookum” tips offer the best release I’ve experienced, but wear out way too fast. On size, most gloves will stretch a fair amount with use. I shoot large, but can make do with medium. If you need xtra large, send a PM to Patrick who may be able to help you out. When it’s cold I cut the finger tips out of my shooting-hand glove. When it’s warm I wear the glove over a very thin pair of mesh camo gloves. My feeling about so many of our “family arguments” about what is “best” is that we all should try as much as possible for ourselves. You tried a tab and now want to try a glove. Others go the other way. Get yourself a good glove and then you’ll know what’s best for you, glove or tab. Semper Fi, dave

Well said Dave, I started with a tab a few years ago,and for some reason tried a soft skinned glove,had some kind of fur on the fingers if I recall. I think one needs to try both,and you’ll end up with the one that fits your needs….Wade

[LimbLover]

#49101

If you like a super soft/thin glove, try a Berlin. Its a good hunting glove because it is so thin but there is practically nothing on the tips.

The Demascus is perfect for me but I had to build up my callouses to shoot it daily. I started out by taping my fingers underneath or by using slick bandaids.

The Alaskan Bowhunting Super Glove was my absolute favorite for months but I wore a groove in it. The cordovan is a bit too thick for my taste but it is a great glove.

I admit that I may have ordered mine too large too.

[Hiram]

#53511

Gloves/Tabs
An excellent take on the matter, by an excellent falla!:)

Edited to shorten the link 😀 ~Robin

[NY Yankee]

#10567

I tried a Bigshot Elk glove and I like it.

[Hiram]

#12573

Hey Yankee!!!gets better when it’s broke in too!:)

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