FINGER CONSTRUCTION
BOXED FINGERS
• Best for: Technical, outdoor, or winter gloves
• Pros: Improved fit and dexterity
• Enhanced warmth – allows more insulation to be evenly distributed around each finger
• Often perceived as higher quality craftsmanship
• Cons: More complex and expensive to manufacture
• Can reduce tactile feedback in ultraprecision gloves
PINCHED FINGERS
• Best for: Dress gloves, lightweight styles, or gloves where a close, sleek fit is prioritized
• Pros: Slim appearance, Easier to manufacture, Good tactile feel due to tighter finger construction
• Cons: Less ergonomic – doesn’ t follow the natural curvature of fingers, limited space for bulky lining or insulation
ROLLOVER TIPS
The fingertip material wraps around the edge and continues onto the back side PROS:
• Enhanced durability as it reduces seams at high-stress points
• Improved dexterity and tactile sensitivity
THUMB CONSTRUCTION
KEYSTONE THUMB
• Features: The thumb is a separate piece sewn in, creating a natural thumb shape.
• Pros: Better thumb mobility and ergonomic fit.
• Cons: Slightly more expensive to produce
WING THUMB
• Features: Angled thumb with no seam between palm and thumb. Pros:
• Comfortable for extended wear, fewer seams to wear out.
• Cons: Not as form-fitting as keystone thumb
BOLTON THUMB
• Features: set in as a separate, inset piece that allows for a smooth curve from the palm into the thumb area.
• Pros: Offers excellent comfort and natural thumb positioning, associated with traditional glovemaking craftsmanship. Mostly used in premium fashion gloves
• Cons: Complex to construct and more expensive to produce than simpler thumb types