Lee Valley Carver’s Chain Mail Glove

Chain mail is the material of choice for cut resistance in the food processing industry and for butchers. Made from thousands of welded stainless-steel rings, this glove is flexible and readily molds to the hand, making it also ideal for wood carvers who hold their work by hand. When used with a regular grip, it is non-marring to all but the softest woods. Designed to fit loosely for maximum dexterity, it has an adjustable wristband and can be safely cleaned in the dishwasher. Though it provides outstanding protection against mishaps with hand tools, it should never be used with any power tool.

Sold individually, the glove is reversible for use on either hand. UL/USDA approved. It’s reassuring to know that some elements of medieval technology remain effective today.

To determine your glove size, measure (in inches) the circumference of your hand (not including the thumb) and order the closest size, e.g., a circumference of 7 3/4″ would be size 8.