New Glove

[totalblackout]

Hey guys,

I'm looking to get a new glove in the offseason. Currently i have a Mizuno GFN 1253 and am looking to upgrade.

I'm just wondering whats a good glove to get. I play 2nd, SS and 3rd base.

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

 

[saint]

JD73 is the glove you need

 

[chrometip78]

This^ or a BMB/AB74 variant.

 

[yank]

I use the AB74 for middle infield perfect size with a great pocket once broken-in.

 

[ryanclink]

I have a JD73 for ya... hit me up.

 

[Spackler]

What size you want? care if open back or not? web type? budget? weight? looks like your using a 12.5 if you want bigger for 3rd maybe a RV60.

 

[totalblackout]

thanks for the replies, ill check them out tomorrow.

I prefer a web type, closed back but not opposed to new things.

I am using a 12.5" I like that size. I don't play 3rd very often. how do they break in, meaning, I break my gloves in thumb to middle finger and not thumb to pinky

 

[smarkley3]

They break in the way you break them in. RV1923-22 would be a less expensive and easy to break in option, 12.5" H wen , closed back.

 

[MaverickAH]

thanks for the replies, ill check them out tomorrow.

I prefer a web type, closed back but not opposed to new things.

I am using a 12.5" I like that size. I don't play 3rd very often. how do they break in, meaning, I break my gloves in thumb to middle finger and not thumb to pinky

Anything will be a step up from a GFN 1253. Based on that glove's characteristics, I would suggest that you look at the 22 Series. Specifically, I would recommend a RCV1250-22. Dual Hinged Web, Open Modified Back, Velcro Strap, 12.5".......... It's true to size & a much better glove than you're currently using. Don't worry about it being designed as a fast pitch glove. The hand stall is of normal size.

 

[totalblackout]

how is the durability of these gloves? i play on average 150+ games a year between league/tournament play?

 

[chrometip78]

Most people on down on the 22 series gloves, when they first released they had room for improvement and those have been made in significant fashion. I believe it will be a step up from what you are currently using and will be a nice gradual upgrade. The limited kip are the go to recommended glove but they are too much for most people. I have several friends gaming newer 22's for over a year playing 3-7 games per week and they are holding up extremely well.

 

[MaverickAH]

And they will continue to hold up IMHO. The 22's are underrated & the best bang for the buck since they updated the leather & internals. They've been that was for well over 2 years now.

 

[smarkley3]

I have quite a few younger guys that play a lot and been gaming them for about 3 years. Keep it clean, tighten the lace as needed and slap on some conditioner about once a month after you clean it.

 

[Brewzer]

how is the durability of these gloves? i play on average 150+ games a year between league/tournament play?

I honestly believe you be looking at the BMB-L or BMB-M. They are listed at 13" but play pretty close to 12.5". They are H wqeb gloves with a closed back so it sounds like exactly what you are looking for.

While the 22 series are indeed good gloves and a great bang for your buck, the limited series with kip leather will last longer than the steerhide the 22 series uses. You play a lot so you need a better glove. I

 

[totalblackout]

What about the AB74-L? What are your guys thoughts on that one?

 

[seniorss]

I got 3 AB74 VMs. The 1st one was the 5 0z. leather ( the wife uses that one now). I have 2 custom ones in the Optimus leather, a 13" that I use at 2nd and a 14" for the OF. I have owned numerous Vinci's for at least the past 14-15 years starting out with an I-Web and then switching over to an H-Web. For me nothing beats the Mod Net T, love it. The only suggestion is that if you go this route , get the reinforced Mod Net T.The web is a little wider at the base where it meets the palm. This is my opinion only and I hope it helps in your selection for a new glove. Good luck.

 

[Brewzer]

What about the AB74-L? What are your guys thoughts on that one?

The AB74-L would be a fine choice. It is listed at 13" but it's not a 13" glove. It's basically a 12.75" glove or maybe even slightly smaller, but not much. Like the last guy side go for the Modified Net T web and you should be G2G! You don't necessarily need an Optimus but if you can afford it I would strongly suggest it. If you need to know who your local rep is just LMK and I will find out his info, but he won't be able to sell you anything on here due to the SBF rules which we must follow.