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Gloves in the Shop

When it comes to shop safety, most of us think about protecting our eyes, ears, and lungs. But safeguarding our hands doesn’t get nearly the same attention. And it should, because woodworking poses a number of risks to your hands beyond the occasional splinter.

Blades and knives are razor sharp, finishing products can be harmful to the skin, and working with wood for long periods of time has a tendency to zap the natural oils from your skin, leaving your hands dry and cracked. For these reasons, hand protection is just as

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