There are many EN standards that our gloves adhere to. However, the EN standard that we’re concerned about here is EN 388. EN 388 stands for Mechanical Resistance, and informs you of your gloves' resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears and punctures. How Do I Read the EN 388 Score? Do I need a glove that offers heat resistance or moisture resistance in addition to cut resistance? This can seem like a lot of hassle, but the good news is that many cut-resistant gloves designed for culinary use can be cleaned in the dishwasher.

There are several key criteria you will need to bear in mind when purchasing a pair of cut-resistant gloves. To help you out, we’ve written up a guide to the criteria by which we tested and ranked our top 5 cut-resistant gloves. MaterialElasticated cuffs are also very useful when it comes to ensuring the perfect fit because they keep the glove securely in place and also make sure you can get your gloves on and off easily. Washing If you’re not one for chainmail we also have seriously strong knit gloves. Able to provide a thermal liner for comfort as well as safety, these gloves are the perfect fit for those who want a softer touch from their super-tough gloves. Ideal for food handling and preparation and machine washable too, super-safety is now super convenient.

The Honeywell Chainex 2000 Chainmail Butchers Glove with Nylon Strapis widely used for cut protection within the poultry, fish and food processing industries. Made from high-quality stainless steel chainmesh, the glove provides excellent protection against both punctures and cuts to the hand. Lightweight, flexible and ambidextrous, the Honeywell Chainex 2000 Chainmail Butcher Glove also features a hardwearing nylon strap, increasing glove life. stronger than leather: Our cut resistant, highly durable gloves give you EN388 level 5 cut resistance. In other words, they’re made of the highest level of cut resistant material you can get on the market. These gloves are ANSI 105-2016 certified. SO COMFORTABLE 3D SNUG FIT into all fingers. Second-skin feel. Lightweight 13-gauge cool HPPE & Spandex performs outstanding MANUAL DEXTERITY at various delicate professional workStark Safe is a brand entirely dedicated to kitchen safety, both in professional and home environments. The company specializes in protective gloves, like these ones, which are definitely some of the best on the market. There’s no reason to break the bank on a pair of cut-resistant gloves! Dowellife’s Cut Resistant Gloves retail for a low price, but will still provide you with all the protection you need. Something else we really appreciated about these protected gloves is the fact that the palm grip is superior to many gloves on the market, ensuring that you won’t drop anything during the cutting process. As you’ll see below in our product review section, many cut-resistant gloves actually retail at very reasonable and affordable prices, despite the advanced complexity of their materials and construction methods. Fiberglass, though, is what typically gives a cut-resistant glove its abrasion-resistant property. If you want optimal protection against cuts and abrasions in the kitchen, you’ll need to prioritize the presence of fiberglass in the material.

The single most important factor to think about before you buy a pair of cut-resistant gloves is the material they are made from. If your gloves are too small, you will feel uncomfortable and restricted in your movements. Too large, and your movement are likely to become clumsier and less efficient. Machine washable: Done using that onion slicer, chopping up steak meat, dicing the vegetables, grating the carrots or using the mandoline? Taking care of your gloves is easy peasy. Just throw them in the washing machine on cool with some mild detergent then let them drip dry. If your gloves are slow-drying, this might make it difficult to use them on a daily basis, so if you do a lot of cooking involving sharp utensils, we recommend getting yourself several pairs of cut-resistant gloves so that you can alternate them according to your washing schedule.

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Most reputable manufacturers, such as the ones we have featured in today’s article, will provide sizing guidelines to help you out, including which parts of your hands you need to measure. HIGHEST CUT PROOF CE EN388 4544 - Protect hands from cuts and punctures while handling sharp metals, knife, blade, glass, plastic sheet, paper, construction materials, and cutting meat Any glove showing signs of abnormal wear or missing chainmail must be replaced immediately by a glove in good condition