Mechanix Wear The Original Gloves, Black (MG-05)
A dexterous everyday work glove, but it holds water and offers no cut or impact protection.
The short version
- DIY and automotive work where you handle small parts and tools
- Range use and outdoor training where dexterity matters
- Anyone who wants to use a phone without removing gloves
- You work around sharp edges, glass or blades and need a cut rated glove
- You need heat, flame or impact protection
- You often work in wet conditions and want a dry, grippy palm
What owners like
- Dexterity is close to bare hands, so small tasks like loading magazines or turning fasteners stay easy
- Soft and comfortable, not stiff like heavy construction gloves
- Holds up well over long use, with pairs lasting years of yard work and training
- Short cuff leaves the wrist free and the strap is low profile
- Low cost compared with many tactical and outdoor gloves
Common complaints
- Soft palm soaks up water and can feel slick when wet
- New gloves can feel stiff until broken in
- Grit and small pebbles can work into the fingers in rough, wet conditions
- Not built for heat, flame, cuts or impacts
- Too thick for typing on a full keyboard
Based on The maker's product page, two long term user reviews (All Day Ruckoff and Spear Tactical Reviews) and an editorial review at FGG Media..
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
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What it does
A thin, form fitting synthetic leather work glove with a mesh back and hook and loop wrist closure, sold for general maintenance, DIY and shooting.
- Thin synthetic leather palm keeps fingertip feel for fine work
- Palm works on touchscreens without taking the glove off
- Mesh back lets heat escape during work
- Low profile hook and loop strap sets a snug fit at the wrist
- Padded, vented palm heel for light strike protection
- Machine washable
A good pick for anyone who needs hand protection without losing the feel for small parts, screws, controls or a phone screen. The trade-off is light protection: it is not cut or impact rated, and the soft palm holds water and can feel slick when wet.
How it compares
Specs
- Model
- MG-05 (black); MG-05-010 is size large
- Palm
- 0.8mm touchscreen capable synthetic leather
- Back of hand
- Woven mesh, single panel
- Closure
- Thermoplastic rubber hook and loop wrist strap
- Reinforcement
- Reinforced thumb and index finger, welded finger coverings
- Care
- Machine washable, per the maker
- Sizes
- Extra small through 3XL
Worth knowing
- The maker states this model is not rated for cut or impact resistance.
Questions
Are Mechanix Original gloves machine washable?
Yes. The maker lists the Original as machine washable.
Are Mechanix Original gloves cut resistant?
No. The maker's listing says this model is not rated for cut or impact. Mechanix sells separate cut and impact rated styles.
Do Mechanix Original gloves work with touchscreens?
Yes. The palm uses touchscreen capable synthetic leather. Reviewers found taps and swipes work, but full keyboard typing is hard.
Do Mechanix gloves run true to size?
Reviewers found them true to size and form fitting. Some size down for a tighter fit when shooting.
Are they good in the rain?
Not especially. The soft palm holds water and can feel slick when wet, though it dries fairly quickly.
Sources
- Mechanix Wear: The Original, Black (MG-05)
- All Day Ruckoff: Mechanix Wear Original Gloves Review
- FGG Media: Mechanix Gloves Review
- Spear Tactical Reviews: Mechanix Wear Original Gloves
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.