I sliced my left index finger last night while carving (I'm right-handed), and now I have six stitches. I'm feeling a bit squeamish about carving again. What's it like to carve with a glove? Are there any good options for protection without losing too much grip?
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Carving with a glove is crucial for safety, especially after an injury like yours! There are some fantastic options out there. For heavy-duty protection, you might check out Kevlar + leather gloves from The Carving Glove guy, but just a heads-up, they can feel a bit bulky. If you're looking for something more comfortable that still provides a good grip, try Kevlar gloves with grip dots, although they can trap wood chips. My go-to is the nitrile coated gloves from Dexfit; they strike a nice balance between comfort and grip. Also, many carvers only wear a glove on their non-dominant hand, so if you decide to go that route, I’d recommend adding a thumb guard to your dominant thumb for extra safety. Clear bandage wrap works well for that! Hope you heal up quickly!
I’m not really a glove person normally, so it took me a little while to adjust to carving with one. But honestly, you get used to it pretty fast!
Sorry to hear about your finger—hope you get better soon! I tried a pair of gloves that are lightweight and not bulky, making it easy to carve. They help with grip too, but remember, they might not entirely prevent cuts if a blade slips. Just get a pair you're comfortable with and jump back into it; there's wood that needs to be carved!
Ah, the first battle scar! Wear it with pride! I recommend NoCry cut-resistant gloves; they give you a good tactile feel while keeping your hands safe. They work great for me!
Thank you!