PIG Cold Weather Gloves by SKD Tactical

Published on October 13, 2021
Duration: 4:51

This review covers the SKD Tactical PIG FTD Cold Weather Gloves, designed for tactical use in freezing temperatures. The gloves offer insulation, touch-capacitive fingertips, and a grippy palm for enhanced dexterity and weapon manipulation. They aim to bridge the gap between dexterity-focused shooting gloves and heavily insulated winter gloves, allowing for effective firearm use in cold conditions.

Quick Summary

The SKD Tactical PIG FTD Cold Weather Gloves are designed for tactical operations in freezing temperatures, balancing insulation with dexterity. Key features include touch-capacitive fingertips, a grippy silicone palm, and integrated terry cloth, allowing for firearm manipulation and device use in the cold.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:11Product Identification
  3. 00:17Meaning of PIG and FTD
  4. 00:26Cold Weather Focus
  5. 00:42Insulation and Touch Capacitance
  6. 00:50Palm Grip
  7. 01:01Terry Cloth Feature
  8. 01:13Sizing and Cuff
  9. 01:22Performance Assessment
  10. 01:31Market Gap Addressed
  11. 01:46Shooting Capability
  12. 02:02Real-World Testing
  13. 02:05Pistol vs. Rifle Shooting
  14. 02:32Dexterity Trade-offs
  15. 02:46Trigger Guard Fit
  16. 02:58Not Ski Gloves
  17. 03:11What They Do Well
  18. 03:31Balancing Insulation and Dexterity
  19. 03:42Overall Impression
  20. 03:44Where to Buy
  21. 03:57Color Options
  22. 04:07Price and Value
  23. 04:19Support the Channel
  24. 04:37Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the SKD Tactical PIG FTD Cold Weather Gloves designed for?

These gloves are specifically engineered for tactical use in cold weather. They aim to provide sufficient insulation to keep hands warm while maintaining enough dexterity for firearm manipulation, particularly for shooting.

What features make the PIG FTD gloves suitable for cold weather shooting?

They feature insulation for warmth, touch-capacitive fingertips for device use, and a grippy silicone palm for secure handling. A terry cloth patch is also included for practical use in cold conditions.

How do the PIG FTD gloves compare to thinner shooting gloves in cold weather?

While thinner gloves offer superior dexterity, they often require removal in cold. The PIG FTD gloves allow for shooting with them on, though their insulation means they are thicker and slightly less dexterous for fine pistol manipulation.

Where can I purchase SKD Tactical PIG FTD Cold Weather Gloves?

These gloves are available for purchase through SKD Tactical directly, as well as retailers like Weapon Outfitters. They come in multiple sizes and three color options.

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