The gloves are very practical, have a great grip, but at the same time are moderately durable for heavier work. Clearly designed for light tasks where grip and feel are a priority.
Mechanix Wear Specialty 0.5 High-Dexterity Covert Tactical Gloves
Shooting gloves in black feature an underside crafted from robust AX-Suede material with a 0.5 mm thickness, delivering excellent hand protection while ensuring superior tactile sensitivity and high dexterity. The glove’s upper section utilizes lightweight TrekDry fabric, ensuring an exceptional fit and optimal breathability.
Velcro cuff, TPR material, notches on knuckles
Featuring a Velcro fastener at the wrist, this model incorporates an outer protective layer crafted from thermoplastic rubber (TPR – Thermal Plastic Rubber). A durable nylon loop offers easy hanging capability. Anatomically contoured stitching ensures an optimal fit to the hand. Specially designed knuckle cuts enhance the flexibility of the trigger fingers, enabling fluid shooting movements.
EN388-2111X standard
These gloves comply with the EN388-2111X standard, ensuring resistance against mechanical risks, including:
- 2: abrasion resistance (rated on a scale of 0–4)
- 1: cut resistance (rated on a scale of 0–5)
- 1: tear resistance (rated on a scale of 0–4)
- 1: puncture resistance (rated on a scale of 0–4)
- X: cut resistance – TDM test (ISO 13997) (scale from A to F)
Levels outlined by the EN388 standard represent glove protection: a rating of 0 corresponds to no protection, while 4 or 5 indicate the highest levels of resistance.
The TDM test (ISO 13997) uses letter grades: A represents the lowest level of protection, while F stands for the maximum.
An X rating signifies that a specific attribute has not been tested or does not apply.
main features
- Constructed from AX-Suede for enhanced durability, featuring a thickness of 0.5 mm
- Outfitted with TrekDry material for superior breathability
- Equipped with a TPR protector
- Incorporates anatomically designed seams
- Includes knuckle cutouts for improved flexibility
- Secured with a Velcro closure
- Features a pull tab
- Compliant with EN388-2111X standards
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 | No |
| Touchscreen capable | No |
| Material type | Synthetic |
| Type/purpose | Tactical |
| Additional material | TrekDry |
| Main material | AX-Suede |
| Secondary color | Covert |
| Main color | Black |
| Gender | Men's |
| Manufacturer code | MSD-55 |
| Brand | Mechanix Wear |
| EAN |
TPR, or thermoplastic rubbeTPR, or thermoplastic rubber, is a material that combines the properties of rubber and plastic. It is flexible and durable, and is often used in the manufacture of tool handles, gaskets, footwear, and many other products, as it provides comfort, good grip and wear resistance.r, is a type of synthetic material that combines the properties of rubber and plastic. TPR is characterized by its flexibility and abrasion resistance.
TrekDry is a modern material characterized by high breathability. It effectively wicks moisture away from the surface of the skin, which helps to keep it dry and thermally comfortable during intense physical activity. It fits to the shape of the hand, ensuring freedom of movement and increasing precision during various activities.
AX-Suede is a synthetic material developed by AX Materials. Its appearance resembles natural suede, but it is more durable, flexible and abrasion-resistant. AX-Suede is soft to the touch, ensures high grip and improves feel and control during precise tasks.
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 254
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The gloves are exceptionally soft and fit well on the hand. The upper part is ventilated. They are made of thin material and have a tailored cut. The material is pleasant to the touch. It may be worth choosing a size larger than usual.
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Very good tactical gloves. Well made. We'll see how durable they are. You can hold a weapon grip very well with them. Loading ammunition into magazines is not as efficient as with a bare hand, but it can be done. I recommend them!
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Very well-made and comfortable for everyday use. The biggest plus is that they are quite thin, so you can easily operate the weapon and all controls. The trigger is clearly felt, no loss of control. They also fit well and don't restrict movement, so they work exactly as I wanted.
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Tactical gloves Mechanix Wear Specialty 0.5 High-Dexterity (gray): purchased again because they're very comfortable, well-fitted, and thin. Unfortunately, both these and the black ones last a maximum of 3 months (they wear out quickly), but it's hard to find an alternative.
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Great material and workmanship. Perfect both for shooting and cycling. Not the first pair of this brand that I own and certainly not the last, I recommend them!
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Very comfortable, solid gloves, like all Mechanix gloves. The sizing is accurate. They are comfortable, well-fitted, made from quality material and nicely finished. A pleasure to use.
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Mechanix Wear Specialty 0.5 High-Dexterity Covert tactical gloves are very comfortable and provide excellent grip precision. They are thin, which makes them perfect for precise tasks, but they may not offer enough protection in extreme conditions.
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Tactical gloves Mechanix Wear Specialty 0.5 High-Dexterity (gray): purchased again because they're very comfortable, fitted, and thin. I bought the gray model, which has a slightly different material on the inside part of the hand to compare durability to the black ones (the black ones tore in several places after 3 months of use). It's already my second pair in a few months (they wear out quickly) but it's hard to find an alternative.
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These gloves look very good and are made of high-quality material. Thanks to their design, they work great when shooting, providing comfort.
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Tactical gloves Mechanix Wear Specialty 0.5 High-Dexterity (gray): very comfortable, well-fitted, thin, good for handling weapons. I bought the gray model, which has a slightly different material on the inside of the hand to compare durability to the black ones (the black ones tore in several spots after 3 months of use).
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Good gloves. It's a bit tricky to find the perfect size if you have long but relatively skinny hands. The fingers are a bit too wide for my taste.
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I was a little disappointed with the Mechanix brand. I was looking for gloves that would allow me to have the greatest possible "feel" while working, and they actually perform quite well in that regard. They are also quite breathable and your hand doesn't sweat too much. Unfortunately, the finish leaves much to be desired. The leather stitching looks sloppy, and after two weeks, the first hole already appeared. They are perfect for manual work with firearms and hobby shooting. For service use, where there might be falls, carrying things, or heavier work, they're probably not suitable.
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Great material and workmanship. Perfect both for shooting and cycling. Not the first pair of this brand I own and certainly not the last. I recommend!
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Great gloves. You get a very good grip on a weapon with them, especially if it's all metal. They're fine in light frost. Loading magazines isn't as easy as with bare hands, but you can still do it.
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