Cowhide Leather Driver Gloves
Leather driver gloves combine a standard grain cowhide palm with a gray split cowhide back. The unlined construction, keystone thumb, and shirred elastic wrist provide a straightforward option for general material handling. ASA sells these gloves in size Large by the dozen, with 12 pairs per pack for crew issue or replacement stock.
Quick Buying Details
Key Features
- Grain leather palm and split leather back.
- Keystone thumb supports movement while gripping.
- Shirred elastic wrist helps retain the glove.
- Unlined interior without an added insulation layer.
Common Uses and Applications
- Warehouse and general material handling.
- Agricultural and grounds maintenance tasks.
- Construction support and routine site work.
- Facility maintenance and manufacturing support.
Choosing Grain and Split Leather Gloves
The 8236 uses two leather surfaces: grain cowhide at the palm and split cowhide across the back. This differs from an all-split leather driver glove. For purchasing teams, specifying Cordova 8236 helps distinguish this construction from similar gloves with different leather grades, thumb patterns, or linings.
Check fit before issuing a dozen across a crew. Fingers should reach comfortably without excessive loose material, and the wearer should be able to close the hand around the intended tool. Large is the size offered on this listing; a manufacturer's broader size range does not mean every size is available here.
OSHA Hand Protection Guidance
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.138 requires employers to select hand protection according to glove performance, the task, conditions, exposure duration, and identified hazards. The regulation governs selection and use; it does not certify this glove.
No numerical ANSI cut, puncture, or abrasion rating is provided in the linked manufacturer sheet. Do not assume leather construction establishes protection for chemicals, electrical exposure, hot surfaces, or welding. Select appropriately documented protection when those hazards are present. These unlined gloves do not have a verified cold-temperature rating.
Inspection and Manufacturer Documentation
Inspect the palm, fingertips, seams, thumb, and wrist before use. Remove gloves from service if tears, excessive wear, contamination, or damaged seams affect their suitability. Evaluate replacement frequency against the actual work instead of assuming a fixed service life. Keep replacement pairs accessible so workers can exchange worn gloves promptly without continuing an assignment in damaged or otherwise unsuitable hand protection.
Open the Cordova 8236 manufacturer spec sheet (PDF) for model identification, construction, and packaging details.
FAQ
- Are these gloves entirely split leather? No. The palm is standard grain cowhide; the gray back is split cowhide.
- How many pairs are included? One dozen contains 12 pairs in size Large. Order quantities refer to dozen packs.
- Are these gloves insulated? No. Cordova describes the 8236 as unlined. Choose a documented insulated model for cold work.
- Which thumb style does the spec sheet list? The manufacturer sheet specifies a keystone thumb, matching the construction used in this product description.
