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Select Boxing Gloves vs. Mark 1 Training GlovesUpdated 2 years ago

Buying boxing gloves can be daunting, mainly when sizes, color options, materials, and new "features" marketed to you are considered. Nevertheless, it's crucial to have a thorough comprehension of your purchase. 

Our goal is to ensure your confidence in your purchase by providing clear distinctions between our boxing gloves.

To start, here's a table we've put together for you:

Boxing Glove TypeSelect Boxing Gloves

White Select Lace-Up Boxing Glove by MK114oz White Lace-UpBlue Mark 1 Training Glove by MK114oz Blue 
Material Construction100% Genuine Cowhide Leather
Engineered Leather
ConstructionHand cut, sewn, stuffed. Machine-made.
DurabilityVery durable with care, keep the gloves dry, out of the sun for long periods, and wash with a mild soap/water mix when needed. Store in a cool place. Ultra-Durable; engineered leather wicks moisture more significantly than natural cowhide would and will not crack with exposure to the sun. Store in a cool place. 
Comfort Most Comfortable
Comfortable
FitMore snug; sizes downscale well, and will have room for fingers even at lower weights. Snug; sizes downscale uniformly, and you may experience tightness in fingers if too small. 
Striking NotesVery Protective, medium density, A excellent blend for sparring in 14oz or 16oz, and scales down nicely for a top bag/mitt experience at 10oz or 12oz.Protective, medium density, can be used for training, bag work, mitt work, and light/technical sparring or drilling with a partner. 
Three Word DescriptionQuality. Comfort. Performance.Durability. Utility. Versatility. 


Both gloves will perform well in your boxing journey; the decision between which you elect to use should primarily be based on the experience you're seeking, the training you intend to do, and your overall wants/needs determination. Please visit our web pages, read the product descriptions, and don't hesitate to contact our team if you have any further questions. 


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