Gauntlet
AO Gauntlet. Elk leather and a snug fit for small birds.
The AO Gauntlet is designed for handling kestrels, Aplomado Falcons, Merlins, Red-naped Shaheen and hybrids of a similar size. Its range of use also includes handling a female Peregrine Falcon.
It is made from elk leather 1.6 to 1.8 mm thick. The glove is 28 cm (11.0 in) long. Its pattern is designed to provide a snug, precise fit to the hand, a central characteristic of this design.
Choosing a size based on your hand measurements helps you obtain the fit intended for this glove.
Choose your gauntlet
- Length: 28 cm.
- Leather: elk, 1.6 to 1.8 mm thick.
- Colors: Black, OAK and Gold.
- Select your hand size separately from the glove length.
Natural leather shades may vary. If you are between hand sizes, contact sales@aofalconrysupplies.com before ordering.
Hand size guide
Wrap a flexible tape around the widest part of your palm, just below the knuckles. Keep your hand relaxed, exclude the thumb and do not pull the tape tight.
| Size | Hand circumference (cm) | Approx. inches |
|---|---|---|
| Kids* | 15–17 | 5.91–6.69 |
| XS | 17.5–19 | 6.89–7.48 |
| S | 19–20 | 7.48–7.87 |
| M | 20–22 | 7.87–8.66 |
| L | 22–23 | 8.66–9.06 |
| XL | 23–24 | 9.06–9.45 |
| XXL | 24–26 | 9.45–10.24 |
*Kids is an approximate reference range.
Use centimeters as the primary reference. Inches are approximate conversions. If you are between sizes or unsure about fit, contact us before ordering.