Rawlings Heart of the Hide Gloves: The UK Player's Choice

 

The Rawlings Heart of the Hide (HOH) series represents a premium, professional-grade line of mitts favoured by elite players across both baseball and softball.

About Rawlings Heart of the Hide Gloves

They are highly regarded for their exceptional toughness, the ability to form a precise, lasting pocket, and their iconic, classic style.

Key Features:

• Superior Leather: Constructed from the top 5% of US steer hides, this leather is prized for its thickness, firmness, and durability. It requires a proper breaking-in period but holds its shape exceptionally well over many seasons.
• Pro Construction: Features a deer-tanned cowhide palm lining for comfort and a soft feel against the hand, complemented by pro-grade leather lacing for supreme strength and structure.
• Tailored Fit: The initial stiffness of the leather ensures that the mitt custom-molds to the player's specific playing style and hand over time.

Heart of the Hide: Baseball vs. Softball

While both share the premium HOH pedigree, their designs are subtly tailored to the different balls used in each sport:

In short, the Rawlings Heart of the Hide series delivers an elite-standard mitt built from the finest leather. The softball models are specifically patterned to manage the bigger ball and provide a more accommodating fit.