Driver Gloves

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Art./Item	Size
28038	08
28039	11
28057	09
28144	10

Driver work gloves are made of high-quality full-grain leather, a material that ensures excellent mechanical resistance. The 1–1.2 mm thickness provides a robust and durable structure, ideal for demanding tasks without compromising the sensitivity required for manual operations.

The combination of premium leather, durability, and comfort makes Driver gloves a reliable choice across multiple working environments.

These leather work gloves comply with EN 388:2016 + A1:2018, offering effective protection against mechanical risks. They are suitable for heavy-duty maintenance, agriculture, gardening, forestry, and carpentry, where robustness and hand protection are essential.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum protection and mechanical resistance
1–1.2 mm leather thickness for high durability
High-quality full-grain leather
Compliant with EN 388:2016 + A1:2018

MATERIALS

Lining: full-grain leather 1–1.2 mm

APPLICATIONS

Heavy-duty maintenance
Agriculture
Gardening
Forestry
Carpentry

MECHANICAL RISK PROTECTION - EN 388:2016 + A1:2018 STANDARD

Abrasion resistance	3
Cut resistance (Coup test)	1
Tear resistance	4
Puncture resistance	3
Cut resistance (TDM)	X

Materials

Leather

Leather is a natural material prized for its strength, durability, and comfort. In work gloves, it is selected to ensure protection against abrasions, superficial cuts, impacts, and moderate heat, while maintaining flexibility and tactile sensitivity. Leather partially absorbs sweat, promoting comfort during prolonged use, and is breathable. Different types of leather are used depending on specific needs: cowhide, goatskin, or calfskin.

Performance

Protection against mechanical risks

Gloves that protect against mechanical risks according to EN 388 +A1, evaluated through resistance tests for abrasion, blade cut, tear, puncture and cut according to the ISO method (TDM).

EN 388:2016 STANDARD

Cut resistance test

Sizes and colors

Gauge

Selection guide

EN 388:2016 standard classifies protective gloves according to their resistance against mechanical risks. The resistance against ABRASION - CUT - TEAR - PERFORATION must appear in the pictogram relating to the standard. The revision of the previous standard (EN 388:2003) has made changes to the test procedures, especially for the CUT test, including an additional test.

Test performed to provide an indication about the cut protection. The test is performed using a circular blade that moves on the surface of the gloves with a 5 newton pressure (Coup Test). The evaluation, from 1 to 5, is measured by calculating the number of cycles until the moment in which the blade penetrates the fabric.

For high cut resistance gloves (Coup Test 4 o 5) an additional test (EN ISO 13997) is carried out with a straight blade from which the force required to penetrate the fabric is detected. The value is expressed from A to F (F is the highest value).

The glove cuff is available in 5 different colors for quick and easy identification of available sizes:

Yellow size 7
Black size 8
Orange size 9
Grey size 10
Brown size 11

The gauge represents the fineness of the knit used to create the glove’s fabric lining. It is a fundamental parameter in determining the dexterity, comfort, and protection level of the glove. The higher the gauge, the finer and more compact the knit.

The gauge directly impacts three key aspects: dexterity, comfort, and resistance.

HIGH GAUGES: 15G > 18G

Characterized by a very thin and lightweight knit, offering high tactile sensitivity and superior ergonomics. Ideal for precision
work, assembly, electronics, and handling small components.

MEDIUM GAUGES: 10G > 13G

Offer an optimal balance between protection, flexibility, and durability. Suitable for logistics, maintenance, light industry,
construction, and general-purpose applications.

LOW GAUGES: 7G > 9G

Characterized by a thicker and more robust knit, designed for heavy-duty use requiring greater mechanical resistance, such as
construction, carpentry, and heavy material handling.

The choice of gauge enables identification of the highestperforming KAPRIOL glove for each activity, optimizing comfort, safety, and dexterity.
In this catalogue, it serves as an essential indicator to guide the customer toward the most appropriate technical solution.