Looking at ordering a Rawlings custom but undecided on which one to order. Currently game a Wislon SP125 which I absolutely love but I'm a Rawlings guy and don't care for the orange too much so I'm looking at a 12.5" glove to use in the infield, specifically 3rd base. Looking at the Rawlings website it appears the 208 has shorter fingers and a larger/wider palm than the 3028 but the 3028 resembles the Wilson SP125 and that glove is perfect for the infield IMO. Already own a PRO504 and a PROJD6 so I'm looking at something a little different. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Please feel free to post pictures of the two if anyone has one, thanks.
Rawlings PRO208 & PRO3028
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Felks32
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Yes. Right on.
jethrodub
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3028 and SP125 (two on the left).
They are both very similar patterns for sure. The two differences I would say are that the Rawlings isn't quite as snug of a fit on the wrist as the Wilson (although still great and much tighter than the 504) and the Rawlings is slightly wider overall. The Wilson fingers seem to have a more natural curve to them, as opposed to the straighter fingers of the Rawlings.
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They are both very similar patterns for sure. The two differences I would say are that the Rawlings isn't quite as snug of a fit on the wrist as the Wilson (although still great and much tighter than the 504) and the Rawlings is slightly wider overall. The Wilson fingers seem to have a more natural curve to them, as opposed to the straighter fingers of the Rawlings.
[GALLERY=media, 26912]IMG_1893 by jethrodub posted Feb 13, 2017 at 7:00 PM[/GALLERY]
[GALLERY=media, 26911]IMG_1892 by jethrodub posted Feb 13, 2017 at 7:00 PM[/GALLERY]
[GALLERY=media, 26910]IMG_1891 by jethrodub posted Feb 13, 2017 at 7:00 PM[/GALLERY]
Thanks for your response, Jethro. I know you mentioned the Rawlings being slightly wider than the Wilson, would you say the Rawlings plays deeper or just as deep as the Wilson? Leaning towards the 3028 now.
ANNASDAD
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Felks, you crack me up! All it takes is a good photo and you're done! Oh, J-tan with tan laces of course!
Same here, it will definitely be HOH for me. Loving the newer shade of timberglase but love my tan gloves, decisions decisions.....
Felks32
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I already have a JTan 3029. This is what im struggling with. Was thinking Black, Bruciato or Rich tan PP, or Black HOH, maybe a 2 tone. Black and Tan, Black and Primo Sherry, etc.
I checked out the Butterscotch and Golden brown and they didnt do anything for me.
I sent Chad my order, decided on a PRO3028 in timberglase, wanted a matching glove to my DCT. I think black and primo would look nice.
I was also looking at the golden brown and like you, it didn't do anything for me. What about the gold tan? Don't think I've seen one posted on here before but not sure if it would be too shinny or yellowish? Might look nice with black.
Felks32
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Ive mocked up a gold tan about a million times and people keep telling me it doesnt wear well, but yeah youre right. I should just go for it.
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ANNASDAD
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You know I'm a huge tan with tan lace guy but both of my DD's Vinci's are tan with a black H-web and black laces and they do look good!
That's a nice looking glove. I think a black web and embroidery and black and gold patches would look nice. Maybe black laces and welting? I was thinking of doing timberglase with black but really like the way your 504 looks in all timberglase as well as the DCT I ordered. I'm sure I'll do a two tone for my next glove. Already planning another one and I haven't even received my DCT yet and just ordered the 3028 lol
Felks32
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I stole that pic from one of Dirty30's youtube relace videos. I think that particular glove has changed hands several times.
huntaholic21
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I've been threatening to do a gold tan custom for years. Some day...
huntaholic21
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I still can't decide.The Arenado GGC isnt helping although I think it's too small for softball, at least for me.
I hear you. I contacted Rawlings yesterday specifically about this glove and they confirmed it was a PRO206 pattern at 12". Beautiful glove but also too small for me and it would end up being a shelf queen. Hoping the 3028 fits the bill which I believe it will.
jethrodub
Coach
Looks almost identical to the one I ordered with Navy. I love the look of the basic tan, but with the little bit of flare. You should do it!
NYC
Swag on 100.
I still can't decide.
Just go crazy and get a fruity glove. Cespedes' gloves I usually hate at first but end up loving later on, especially his green gloves from his A's days.
