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First Base Gloves

When choosing a baseball glove, you need to consider the position you play. There are first base gloves, outfielder, infielder, pitcher and catcher gloves. Gloves for first base and the outfield positions are larger then pitcher and infielder gloves.

It might be better to spend less for youth gloves, because they might be used only 1-3 years. Youth models are made mostly from synthetic material. They cost less and are easier to break in.

Gloves for first base and the catcher are called mitts. They are larger and have more padding to absorb the shock of fast balls. First base mitts have less padding than catcher mitts and have a shallow pocket that allows the first baseman to quickly get the ball out from the mitt. For baseball the gloves are usually 12-12.5 inches in size and 13 inches for softball.

Gloves should be the correct size and easy to handle. You should be able to open and close them quickly and also get the ball out fast to throw to another base.



A variety of materials is used in the construction of gloves. Leather offers the best comfort, durability and control. Some leather gloves are treated for faster break in.

Synthetic materials are lighter and better for youth players. They are less expensive and less durable.

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