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The World's finest Leather, Tanned in Japan

At Slaps, we understand that the finest performing gloves are born from the finest materials. That's why we meticulously selected the world’s finest leather, tanned exclusively in Japan. Renowned for their exceptionally rich colors, durability and texture, all of our hides are hand selected and dried naturally to ensure the leather retains its beauty, strength and fine hand feel. Designed to mold perfectly to your hand, our gloves provide an unmatched level of comfort and control. With a commitment to excellence in every stitch, our gloves are more than just equipment — they're a lifelong love affair.

Our signature hand-selected US steer hide; chrome tanned in Japan. Prime Steer delivers the classic feel of open-grain leather with unmatched luxury. With the catching feel we all love from the best US steer hide, making it the gold standard for glove performance. Discover more about this Certified Japan Leather.
Crafted from hides sourced in the world's northernmost cattle region, Apex Steer leather offers an exceptionally tight grain while maintaining the durability and performance of premium steer hide. Over time, it molds to your hand, developing a smooth, polished look that enhances your connection to the game.
Starting with the finest Dutch Kip hides, Apex Kip leather is renowned for its high surface tension. Allowing for a thinner leather the result is a glove that’s lightweight with a luxurious hand feel. Its smooth texture and slightly sticky surface provide a perfect blend of comfort and control, elevating every play. Discover more about this Certified Japan Leather.

JAPAN LEATHER CERTIFIED

JAPAN LEATHER, crafted with heart and soul, and gloves bearing this tag are a true testament to quality and pride. Over the years, your glove will become uniquely yours, evolving with use. This one-of-a-kind leather carries a rich history—from the animals and tanners who created it to you, the player.

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The World's finest Leather, Tanned in Japan

JAPAN LEATHER CERTIFIED