Hestra Army Leather Gore-Tex 5-Finger

The Army Leather Gore-Tex 5-Finger from Hestra is built for serious winter work. It combines a heavy-duty recycled polyamide backhand (Triton) with impregnated goatskin leather on the palm and fingers, giving you durability where it matters most. The new-generation GORE-TEX membrane keeps water out while staying breathable, and the synthetic G-Loft insulation holds warmth without bulk.

Why we rate it

This is a glove designed for high-output days in tough conditions. The pre-curved construction sits naturally in your hand, and the goatskin leather wears hard—it flexes with use rather than cracking. The five-finger design lets you fine-tune your grip and feel on poles or if you're working the backcountry. The high cuff with drawstring snow lock seals the wrist properly, and the included carabiner keeps them tethered when you need to shed a layer.

Who it's for

Skiers and boarders tackling alpine terrain or backcountry in cold, wet conditions. Works well for intermediate to advanced riders who spend full days in the mountains or value durability over maximum dexterity. The fit is standard European; if you run narrow, size down.

Key features

• GORE-TEX waterproof membrane — new PFAS-free generation keeps snow and sleet out
• Goatskin leather palm — impregnated for water resistance, softens with use
• G-Loft synthetic insulation — lightweight and packable, maintains warmth when damp
• Eagle Grip construction — reinforced grip zone on palm and fingers
• Pre-curved fit — sits naturally in the hand without stretching
• High cuff with snow lock — drawstring closure keeps powder out
• Included carabiner and handcuffs — keeps gloves tethered and readable

Fit and feel

These sit with a regular, slightly roomy fit in the hand. The goatskin takes a few days to break in but then molds to your fingers. The cuff is generously cut to fit over jacket sleeves, and the wrist strap with plastic buckle seats snug without restricting blood flow. Rated 6/8 for warmth and mobility by Hestra's own scale—plenty for most days, with room to layer a silk liner underneath on the harshest mornings.