Thomas® Nitrile Beekeeping Gloves

These blue latex gloves with gauntlets are a firm favourite with beekeepers worldwide. Equipped with a cotton twill gauntlet which goes up the forearm almost to the elbow and a wide knit band ensures excellent support on the arm and great sealing.

New model of THOMAS® Mapi Confort Nitrile gloves available in sizes 6 ^1/2 , 7 ^1/2 , 8 ^1/2 , 9 ^1/2 , 10 ^1/2 and 11 ^1/2

More resistant and hold better.

The glove measures approximately 45 cm, including approximately 17 cm for the cuff. Wide elastic on the arm and reinforced wrist. 

• Lightweight nitrile gloves,
• Fully coated on the fingers,
• Cotton lining,
• Knitted stretch fabric ,
• These gloves are water resistant and washable.

Also a key feature of these gloves is that they very hygienic glove as they can be washed with ease, making them more practical than traditional leather gloves and more eco-friendly than disposables. To avoid transmission of diseases washing between hive inspections is highly recommended and a good practice to follow.

 

 Recommendations for use
The cuff is generally positioned over the protective clothing for better protection and easier dressing.

Maintenance
Store the gloves in a dry place, protected from light.

How to choose the right size of gloves?

Method 1  : Measure your hand circumference

1. Choose your strongest hand (right hand if you are right-handed)
   
   
2. Take a tape measure or a sewing tape measure and wrap it around the palm of your hand
   
   
3. Fold your hand and measure the outline of your palm.
   
   
4. Compare this measurement with the table below

Method 2  : 

1. Choose your strongest hand (right hand if you are right-handed)
   
   
2. Take a ruler
   
   
3. Measure the width of your hand (Measurement A)
   
   
4. Measure the length of your middle finger (Measurement B)
   
   
5. Add A + B and divide by 2
   
   
6. The number given represents your glove size