🧤 Gloves
Work & Safety Glove Size Guide
Work gloves use the numeric scale (6–11) from hand circumference, per the EN 420 standard.
Safety gloves use the numeric scale (6–11) defined in EN 420 — the number is your hand circumference in inches. A snug fit keeps dexterity and stops the glove snagging.
Numeric size = hand inches
EN 420 standard sizing
Work glove sizes by hand circumference:
| Numeric | Alpha | Hand circ (in) | Hand circ (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | XS | 6–6.5 in | 15.2–16.5 cm |
| 7 | S | 7–7.5 in | 17.8–19.1 cm |
| 8 | M | 8–8.5 in | 20.3–21.6 cm |
| 9 | L | 9–9.5 in | 22.9–24.1 cm |
| 10 | XL | 10–10.5 in | 25.4–26.7 cm |
| 11 | XXL | 11–11.5 in | 27.9–29.2 cm |
| 12 | 3XL | 12–12.5 in | 30.5–31.8 cm |
⚠️ For cut or chemical protection, prioritise a secure fit — a loose safety glove is a hazard.
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What size work glove do I need?
Measure your palm circumference in inches — that number is your work glove size (e.g. 9 in = size 9 / Large).
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