How about the dexterity at the FINGER TIPS for fishing? Good grip or no?
273634
The gloves are like wearing a rubber sauna and if it's anything strenuous your hands will be sweating inside and then become cold. You can grip a rod easy enough, but you won't be tying on hooks or small bait. I find these gloves useless for practical purposes. Wore them a couple times while jogging and my hands were soaked on the inside when I was done, might as well not wear any. After the 2nd time they've been collecting dust on my shelf. If you're going to sit and fish and not move much and it's not super cold outside these gloves would be alright.
273635
I disagree with the previous answer: they are not very warm... they are somewhat warm. They dexterity is there but the intense grip of the rubber would make diminutive tasks difficult. I will be adding thin cotton glove liners to mine this year to provide a boost to insulation. Since I ride a bike with them, I don't have to worry about the added loss in dexterity. Theses gloves are not effective below 30F degrees.
273636
I found them cumbersome. We all bought a pair for a wilderness kayak trip in Alaska last year and the fit for me was ok. The fingers were too long so I had no dexterity at all. Couldn't size down or would have been too tight! Grip is good but if you are fly fishing, no way could you attach a fly or leader.... they did however keep my hands warm like a wet suit would.. if your hands sweat you would want to wear a liner. Hope this helps.
273637
I don't fish, but as a SCUBA diver, I have found the gloves pretty flexible and warm. The glued seams need some improvement.
273638
I dont think you could tie any knots with them on but using rod and reel should be no problem. They do keep you dry and are pretty warm.
273639
I first saw these gloves on the hands of a fellow passenger during a Bering Sea cruise I took last year. They provide excellent insulation from the wet and the cold. Since they are thick, there is not going to be fine dexterity or sensitivity with them, but you will be comfortable holding a pole in the cold.
273640
Great dexterity and grip. Very warm as well. You just have to be careful as the gloves cut easily.
1497928
You'll need a glove for your right hand if you are left handed. I have both on my boat so I can accommodate a left handed friend. He loved it while removing a hook from a catfish.Len Kay
1284474
Yes. I have the same size hands and it works well with either claw or fingertip grip.
2051533
Sorry, I have no idea. I can handle Pike, Walleye, etc. no problem. I thought you guys swam underwater and grabbed those big 'ole catfish with your bare hands, LOL.
648387
I think you would be ok with it. I have never used one for walleye but I have never had any problems with it for bass fishing and I fish them a lot. Only problem I ever had was a bad handle and I just replaced it and was an easy fix. The drag is good and casts real smooth. I would use them for steelhead fishing in the rivers and think it would hold up just fine. I have fished the Black Max for northern largemouth bass in the state of Oregon for bass as big as 9lbs and use them in bass tournaments and again have had no problems other then one of my reels had a loose grip on the handle and I just replaced the handle for an easy fix. I hope this helps you out, good luck! I think you would be ok with it. I have never used one for walleye but I have never had any problems with it for bass fishing and I fish them a lot. Only problem I ever had was a bad handle and I just replaced it and was an easy fix. The drag is good and casts real smooth. I would use them for steelhead fishing in the rivers and think it would hold up just fine. I have fished the Black Max for northern largemouth bass in the state of Oregon for bass as big as 9lbs and use them in bass tournaments and again have had no problems other then one of my reels had a loose grip on the handle and I... » Read More I think you would be ok with it. I have never used one for walleye but I have never had any problems with it for bass fishing and I fish them a lot. Only problem I ever had was a bad handle and I just replaced it and was an easy fix. The drag is good and casts real smooth. I would use them for steelhead fishing in the rivers and think it would hold up just fine. I have fished the Black Max for northern largemouth bass in the state of Oregon for bass as big as 9lbs and use them in bass tournaments and again have had no problems other then one of my reels had a loose grip on the handle and I just replaced the handle for an easy fix. I hope this helps you out, good luck! « Show Less
131632
in my case I have an average size male hand. You get a better grip without a dangling pinkie finger, more grip control with the extension. I have both the regular and the extra long, i prefer the extra long.
1583725
You may be ok for grasping a steam iron, I wouldn't expect full dexterity in grasping thread, etc, but they are fairly tactile, although there is a seam toward the fingertip that may be problematic.
273505
Grip is fine. I haven't tried picking up any small smooth objects like an iphone, but then who would under water. I can grip the equipment without any issues. And things like shells are easy to pick up. I think they should be durable since they are thick. So issues so far.
1569146
If you do not have large hands, it is fine. Regular hands are tight, but work. The touch is adequate. Large hands may not be worth it, though.
924983
Since they're finger less, not too much help there. I soaked them in water to see how well they would dry out and/or help with grip. Wasn't too impressed. Overall I was sorry I bought them.
1122413
I have five of these reels and the soft touch button is great. I've used my reels hard catching 5-9 lb stripers and no problems with the buttons at all.
2076264
It is tough. You have to have strong thumbs and fingers to pull off the release paper. Still not worth it as the lures you insert are not as active as other lures on other products. Suggest that you chuck them and get the other brand.
933576
Hi Raymond, I wish I could help you but I haven't used mine yet. I intend to get back to bass fishing sometime, but I'm basically a fly fishermen and I'm having a hard time putting my mind back into spinning gear mode. Yes, they sound good, and I hope someone can offer you a definitive answer soon. Tight lines! Regards, Ron
954028
You shouldn't be worried about the grip. The rubber has a near tacky feel and has a great fit in the hand. I am 6' and wear size large gloves. Great feel. You won't be disappointed.
32741
I agree with all four other responses. Very good for fishing and extracting hooks from mouths. Bob Z answer seems to cover it all......
955220
Awww, now I understand. Honestly though, I have owned a few knives like this and this one far exceeds the rest. I use it on almost every fish I catch from trout to halibut. And in any weather. Good product.
1105668
I can only speak to the grip, he hasn't used them enough to assess durability (altho I will say they are very well made). The grip is excellent, not bulky and not sticky, but you can get the job done, allow easy use of binoculars and cycling. Hope this helps.