Crabbers Gloves??

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Larry Eckart

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I seem to remember someone saying that the best gloves they have used for decoy work in cold weather are crabbers gloves. Anyone got a link or their two cents to add?

Larry
 
Atlas (Showa) 495

Buy some extra liners, so you can change them out if you top your gloves.
 
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Integrated liners are ?0? designation for the last digit, removable are ?5?. 460/465 are 2 dip and red-orange 490/495 are blue. Functionally all are similar, but I don?t like trying to dry out the integrated liner gloves, the removable liners are easier to deal with for me if you get them wet.
 
Those gloves are proudly made in Menlo, Georgia where I was raised. High quality products made by high quality people. I have a super dipped pair that I use repairing electric fence that are thick enough we don't have to turn the fence off.
 
The integral liner gloves are a total pain to get dry, The liner gloves are so much better, I like to use the military wool liners in mine, I think they are a little warmer, and they give you a little more room in the glove for circulation.

Bring two pairs of gloves and liners, you won't regret it...LOL
 
Thanks for all the suggestions.

One other piece of gear that I've found helpful for keeping your hands warm is, for lack of a better name, a hand warmer muff that you strap around your waist and place both of your hands into. It both warms them and dries them.

Larry
 
I use the blue ones at the top but mine are orange. I've had them for years, they're great.

http://www.lakefish.net/catalogue07.htm
 
They tend to run a bit small. I break mine in via using them to clean the gutters of leaves on the first story...
 
They are affectionately known in my circle as "snow blower gloves."

They have longer OD green colored ones:

https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Weather-Thinsulate-Gloves-330/dp/B0017QFDQW/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=snow+blower+gloves&qid=1575916643&sr=8-6

As well as the traditional orange ones:

https://www.amazon.com/Showa-Vinylove-Resistant-Insulated-Gloves/dp/B004HZAJW8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=XTAHGGMV6C9H&keywords=showa+atlas+lined+gloves&qid=1575916716&sprefix=atlas+lined+glo%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-1

They are probably one of the single best things I have ever bought for duck hunting. Certain work supplies carry them cheap, like $7. I always carry a pair in the truck if I need to change a flat and one pair with me at all times duck hunting.

Interestingly enough, my dumb self, decided to dunk my whole hand with the glove in the water while launching my boat Saturday. While the inside was damp, it still kept my hand warm.
 
To expand on what jay said; the OD green ones are nice to have in the boat Incase you need to reach underwater for something, however they do not have the dexterity of the atlas gloves. Also spend the extra couple dollars to buy atlas. The ones from harbor freight are not as insulated and not as the atlas ones and just feel cheaper. Buy atlas and you won?t regret it
 
What is the advantage of the triple coated over the double coated? Is there a dexterity loss going to the triple coated?
 
Dave Diefenderfer said:
What is the advantage of the triple coated over the double coated? Is there a dexterity loss going to the triple coated?
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I don't think there is a measurable dexterity difference on the level of longline clips and decoy anchors. The triple coated (blue) are more durable and I like their texture better it is more rubbery and springy, but that may be only the dozen (or so) pairs I've had/compared.
 
The blue showa/atlas 282,s are the best in my opinion. Very little loss of dexterity and nice cozy lining. I,ve tried the 460 blue line but a little stiffer than 282,s. All I worn for past several years running boat and picking up/setting decoys. Like them so much I gave my son and nephew each a pair for when they are hunting with me in big boat and picking up. Your hands will not get cold in these. If I had crabs biteing me or possably doing oyster work I,d use the 460 line as they are stiffer but for decoy work the 282,s get my vote.
 
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My preference for cold/ice conditions are the JokaPolar. They have a grippy exterior but are the warmest. Dexterity is maybe limited compared to some of lighter gloves but for decoys and getting to and from the blind they are great. Also, I found they are a super glove for dog washing. The texture really helps get the marsh mud out.

Anyway, nothing against the other gloves, they all are good, but I?ve never regretted my pair of Joka?s. My others haven?t been touched since I got these three years ago.
 
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