Glove Sizes
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Direct Answer
Glove sizing is standardized by measuring hand circumference around the widest part of the palm across the knuckles (excluding the thumb) and hand length from the wrist crease to the tip of the middle finger. Sized from XS (6-7") to XXL (11-12"), sizing charts accommodate dress, winter, and work gloves.
Source: EN 420 / ISO 21420 / ASTM D5254 (Protective Gloves) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Governing Standards | ISO 21420 / EN 420 / ASTM D5254 |
| Primary Measurement Metric | Hand circumference around knuckles of dominant hand (excluding thumb) |
| Secondary Metric | Hand length from bottom wrist crease to tip of middle finger |
| Size Scale | XS (6–7"), S (7.5–8"), M (8.5–9"), L (9.5–10"), XL (10.5–11"), XXL (11.5–12") |
| European Numerical Sizes | Size 7 (S), Size 8 (M), Size 9 (L), Size 10 (XL), Size 11 (XXL) |
Glove Sizing Conversion Matrix
| Alpha Size | EU Number | Palm Circumference (Inches) | Palm Circumference (cm) | Hand Length (Inches) | Hand Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | Size 6 | 6.0"–6.5" | 15–17 cm | 6.3" | 16.0 cm |
| S | Size 7 | 7.0"–7.5" | 18–19 cm | 6.7" | 17.1 cm |
| M | Size 8 | 8.0"–8.5" | 20–22 cm | 7.2" | 18.2 cm |
| L | Size 9 | 9.0"–9.5" | 23–24 cm | 7.6" | 19.2 cm |
| XL | Size 10 | 10.0"–10.5" | 25–27 cm | 8.0" | 20.4 cm |
| XXL | Size 11 | 11.0"–11.5" | 28–29 cm | 8.5" | 21.5 cm |
| 3XL | Size 12 | 12.0"+ | 30+ cm | 9.0" | 22.6 cm |
How to Measure Hands for Gloves
- Palm Circumference (Most Critical): Wrap a soft tape measure around your dominant hand just below the knuckles, keeping your hand flat with fingers relaxed. Do not include the thumb.
- Hand Length: Measure from the prominent crease at the base of your palm/wrist up to the tip of your middle finger.
- Fit Tip: Leather dress gloves should fit skin-tight initially as leather naturally stretches 5–10% to mold to your hand; winter ski gloves require 1/4 inch of fingertip clearance for insulating air.