I took them to the mountains as "lightweight" gloves. They worked well at 2-4 degrees. The design allows you to use touch screens, so you can use devices without taking off the gloves, which is also significant. At temperatures below zero, they are definitely too thin.
Mechanix Wear ColdWork FastFit Tactical Gloves - Covert
Insulated gloves engineered for low-temperature environments. They provide excellent protection against frost while also shielding hands from abrasions and cuts. The gloves feature an optimal fit, ensuring a secure grip without restricting the ability to perform detailed tasks. Ideal for survival adventures, automotive work, DIY projects, ASG, or paintball activities.
Durable softshell, fleece lining
Gloves are crafted from Softshell fabric, offering reliable water resistance, while the soft fleece insulation effectively traps warmth within the glove without compromising dexterity. Additionally, reinforced panels located on the palm interior are engineered to enhance resistance to abrasion.
Durable synthetic leather, touchscreen support
The palm side features synthetic leather, which is highly durable and enables precise handling of tasks. The thumb area is reinforced with robust Armortex plastic for added protection. The construction of the palm side makes it possible to use touchscreen devices without taking off the gloves.
wide cuff, anatomical stitching, nylon loops
A generous entry opening enables fast and easy donning of the gloves, while elastic cuffs provide a secure fit around the wrist. Stitching is positioned to follow the anatomical contours of the hand, ensuring optimal fit. The model features nylon hanging loops for added convenience.
EN388-1111X and EN511-12X standards
The gloves meet the protective requirements of EN388 at level 1111X for mechanical hazard protection, meaning:
- 1: abrasion resistance (rated 0–4)
- 1: blade cut resistance (rated 0–5)
- 1: tear resistance (rated 0–4)
- 1: puncture resistance (rated 0–4)
- X: TDM cut resistance according to ISO 13997 (rated A–F)
Compliance with cold protection is confirmed by the EN511 standard at level 12X, signifying:
- 1: resistance to convective cold (rated 0–4)
- 2: resistance to contact cold (rated 0–4)
- X: water penetration resistance (rated 0 or 1)
The EN388 and EN511 rating scales specify the glove’s protection levels: 0 denotes no protection, while the highest ratings (4, 5) represent the greatest resistance. For water penetration: 0 indicates penetration, and 1 signifies no penetration.
The TDM (ISO 13997) method employs letter ratings, with A as the lowest protection level and F as the highest.
The "X" classification identifies parameters that are either untested or not applicable.
Main features
- Softshell exterior fabric
- Soft, insulating fleece lining
- Synthetic leather on palm side for enhanced grip
- Compatible with touchscreen devices
- Broad, stretchable cuff for secure fit
- Nylon attachment loops
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Mechanix Wear.
Mechanix Wear is a legendary American manufacturer that creates some of the most recognizable protective gloves in the world. The brand was founded in 1991, and its products have gained popularity for their exceptional durability, perfect fit and innovative hand protection technologies. Mechanix Wear uses state-of-the-art materials such as Armortex® leather, breathable and flexible TrekDry® and impact-absorbing D3O® reinforcements, which together provide maximum comfort, sure grip and high resistance to damage. Mechanix gloves are reliable hand protection for soldiers, uniformed services, shooters and outdoor enthusiasts.
| Color/camouflage | Black |
|---|---|
| Insulation | Yes |
| Touchscreen capable | Yes |
| Material type | Synthetic |
| Type/purpose | Winter |
| Additional material | nylon |
| Additional material | synthetic leather |
| Main material | Polyester |
| Main color | Covert |
| Gender | Men's |
| Manufacturer code | CWKTFF-55 |
| Brand | Mechanix Wear |
| EAN |
Softshell is a type of material used in outdoor clothing that is characterized by its flexibility, breathability and high weather protection. Constructed of multi-layered fabric, softshell provides protection from wind and light rain, while providing freedom of movement and effective moisture control.
Armortex is a durable material that is highly resistant to abrasion, tearing and cutting. Its special synthetic fiber structure reinforces the areas most vulnerable to damage, and the special texture ensures better grip and a secure hold. It prevents the gloves from becoming wet in contact with water, oil or other liquids.
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Review summary
Number of reviews: 140
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Recommended gloves. The inner seams are well smoothed – on a scale of 1–10, I rate their perceptibility at 2. They fit well on the hand, but it’s worth measuring them carefully before buying. For my son, for autumn and light winter (up to -5°C), they work great. Excellent.
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The gloves are generally okay, but they are not very warm and not very grippy, meaning the material inside the hand is slippery, so they're not the best for driving a car.
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Touch works very well on touch screens with these gloves, they are comfortable and it is possible to operate the buttons on the car steering wheel precisely. Unfortunately, that's where their advantages end, because they are NOT suitable for winter! Even at around -2°C, your hands get cold and they get wet very quickly—it's enough to grab even dry snow and after 3-5 minutes they are already soaked ;( I definitely recommend paying extra for the Mechanix Wear ColdWork FastFit Plus - Covert model for about 199 PLN, because those protect much better from the cold (up to around -5°C they are fine) and from getting wet, although they are also not perfect in terms of permeability ;(
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Yesterday I wore them for a longer time and they really do not protect against the cold. They are simply cold, my fingers and whole hands were freezing and it was only -7 degrees. They are not suitable for winter.
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Super fit. We'll see how they perform at the seaside when I go for a long walk with a metal detector. They seem very thin and delicate. At first unboxing, they're fine. I put them on frozen hands and they might work.
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The gloves are quite comfortable, however, I don't think they keep hands warm in subzero temperatures. They are definitely not suitable for riding a bike in minus degrees.
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They are not suitable for winter at all, for some reason the fingertips get extremely cold in them, even worse than without gloves. I even tried wearing regular cotton gloves underneath and still the fingertips froze badly, even though after taking off the Mechanix gloves just the thin cotton ones were 100% enough. I have the impression that the gloves literally cool the fingertips.
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I use them during outdoor physical activities. Just right for temperatures of 0-5°C, they also work in subzero temperatures as long as you keep moving. Very convenient touchscreen operation. They dry sweat fairly quickly.
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Even in positive temperatures, it is cold on the hands, so I won't even mention that it's even more of a disaster in subzero temperatures. I do not recommend it, it's a waste of money to buy just because of the brand.
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I really liked the gloves. The workmanship is at a high level. I chose the same size as usual, XL, and everything fits perfectly. This is the first time I have had Mechanix brand gloves, and I am completely satisfied with them.
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I bought these gloves in tan, size M, as a birthday present for my brother and he said they fit great and are very warm. The recent freezing nights were no problem for him. He wears them while driving in winter. I also plan to buy a pair in size L for myself. The gloves are well-made and provide good protection against rain. I wouldn't recommend them for very heavy-duty work, but at this price, they're definitely a good purchase.
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I own classic Mechanix gloves, but these are additionally slightly insulated, which makes them a bit warmer. Size M matches that of my other Mechanix gloves, which makes me very happy. Due to the thin insulation, they are not suitable for severe frost, but they will be perfect for cooler days in spring or autumn. The gloves are solidly made and the price is attractive, so I can recommend them as a successful purchase.
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Small, tight (the sizing is understated). Poor protection against the cold. Supposedly such a great brand, but this model is a shot in the foot. I do not recommend... unless it's for 50 PLN ;)
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I have several pairs of Mechanix gloves. All are well made, comfortable, don't hold their size, and soak up water like crazy. These particular ones go with me to the shooting range in winter and work well there because they are warm.
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