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Palmyth Fishing Gloves
Fingerless sun gloves with real dexterity
- UPF 50+ woven into the fabric, not sprayed on top
- Exposed fingertips keep full dexterity for knots and tackle
- Extra-long cuffs cover the wrists where sleeves stop
- Synthetic leather and silicone palm add grip and wear resistance
Reach for your rod on a bright day and the backs of your hands are aimed straight at the sun for hours, yet they are the spot almost nobody keeps re-applying sunscreen to. Sun gloves solve that, and the Palmyth fingerless gloves are the pair that manages coverage without turning your hands clumsy.
The core feature is UPF 50+ protection woven into the stretch fabric rather than sprayed on. That distinction matters for gloves more than almost any other apparel, because they get wet constantly and a coated finish would wash away. Built-in UV protection keeps working splash after splash, which is exactly what you want on the water.
Fingerless is the right call for fishing. Exposed fingertips mean you can tie a clinch knot, thread a hook, or pick apart a wind knot by feel, none of which is realistic in full-finger gloves. The compromise is honest: those fingertips are uncovered, so a quick dab of sunscreen on them rounds out the protection on all-day trips.
Palmyth also addresses the gap most sun sleeves leave at the wrist. The cuffs run long so they overlap a shirt sleeve and cover the wrist and lower forearm, the seam of skin that otherwise cooks between glove and shirt. On the palm, synthetic leather and silicone add grip for slick rod handles and lipping fish, plus a little wear resistance where gloves fail first.
They are sun gloves first, not armored deck gloves, so set expectations accordingly. The fit is a snug second skin, which makes ordering the correct size important, and lighter colors show slime and dirt fast. For the job they are built for, protecting exposed hands while preserving feel, they hit the mark.
Bottom line: the Palmyth fingerless gloves cover the backs of the hands and wrists without robbing you of the dexterity to tie knots and work tackle. For sun-heavy days on the water, they are an easy pick.
Specifications
| Type | Fingerless UV sun gloves |
| Material | Stretch nylon-spandex, synthetic leather palm |
| UPF Rating | UPF 50+ |
| Sizes | S-XL |
| Features | Exposed fingertips, long wrist cuffs, silicone grip palm |
| Best For | Sunny days handling rods, reels, and leaders |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why fingerless instead of full-finger gloves?
Exposed fingertips let you tie knots, thread line, and handle small terminal tackle by feel, which most anglers will not give up. The trade is that those fingertips still need a dab of sunscreen on very long days.
Is the UV protection sprayed on or woven in?
The UPF 50+ rating is built into the fabric weave rather than applied as a coating, so it keeps protecting when the gloves get wet and does not wash out over time.
How should I choose a size?
These are a stretchy second-skin fit, so measure your hand and follow the size chart rather than guessing. Too large and they bunch; too small and the cuffs feel tight, so the right size is what makes them disappear on your hands.
Will they help me grip wet rods and fish?
Yes. The palm uses synthetic leather with silicone detailing for grip, which helps with slick rod handles and lipping fish, though they are sun gloves first and not heavy-duty deck gloves.
Can I wear them for kayaking or paddling too?
They work well beyond fishing for kayaking, paddling, rowing, and even driving, anywhere the backs of your hands catch constant sun while you still need dexterity.