PRODUCT REVIEWS: GARDENING GLOVES (OCT 23)

Keep your hands warm and protected this autumn and winter as you tackle those various tasks in the garden

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WINTER TOUCH GLOVES

These gloves have a Thinsulate thermal lining to keep hands warm but also benefit from an additional RAO-TEX waterproof, breathable lining to keep hands dry too. The reinforce palms provide extra protection when using hand tools.

HILLIER
www.hillier.co.uk
TEL: Order online
PRODUCT CODE: 00123275 (M) 00123271 (L)
PRICE GUIDE: £26.99

KG VERDICT
These are an excellent pair of gloves suitable for most garden tasks. They will keep your hands cushioned from the extremities of the weather, keeping them both warm and dry. Particularly good for heavy duty winter gardening tasks but can be used all year round too.

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ULTIMAX GREEN

Made from strong, supple synthetic leather these gloves have textured palm pads for improved grip, added protection and durability. The back of the glove is made from stretchy elastane with a reinforced ‘shock absorber’ on the knuckle. Available in M, L or XL and in pink, blue or green.

TOWN & COUNTRY
www.townandco.com
TEL: Order through website
PRODUCT CODE: TGL445M/ TGL445L/ TGL445XL
PRICE: £ 18.99

KG VERDICT
A close-fitting glove, suitable for a whole range of garden tasks, this product will protect both palms and knuckles.  The elastane back and fingers make for excellent flexibility whilst, thumb, forefinger and index finger have an extra covering making them Smartphone compatible. The strong Velcro wrist strap makes for a snug fit, preventing extraneous mater entering the glove.

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PREMIUM LEATHER GAUNTLET

Made from ultra soft leather and suede, these Premium Leather Gauntlet gloves have an extra-long suede safety cuff which will fully protects wrists and lower arms, especially when pruning. Medium or large sizes are available.

TOWN & COUNTRY
www.townandco.com
TEL: Order through website
PRODUCT CODE: TGL109M/ TGL415
PRICE: £ 18.99/£19.99

KG VERDICT
Both supple and comfortable, these gauntlet gloves offer a lot of basic protection when pruning roses, dense shrubs or soft fruit, such as gooseberries and blackberries. They have a good length


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