- Made from the top 5% of steerhide, offering superior durability and a firm structure.
- Tennessee Tanning Rawhide Laces: Extra thick and durable laces ensure the glove maintains its shape and strength over time.
- Position-Specific Models: Tailored designs for infielders, outfielders, pitchers, catchers, and first basemen, optimizing performance for each position.
- Requires a substantial break-in period, allowing the glove to mold perfectly to the player's hand for a custom fit.
- MLB Popularity: Widely used and endorsed by Major League Baseball players.
Rawlings Heart of the Hide (HOH) baseball gloves are among the most prestigious and well-regarded gloves in the baseball and softball community. Known for their superior craftsmanship, high-quality materials, and exceptional performance, these gloves are often the preferred choice of professional players, serious amateurs, and enthusiasts. The Heart of the Hide gloves are made from premium steerhide leather, sourced from the top 5% of Rawlings’ hides. This leather is known for its durability, stiffness, and ability to form a custom shape to a player’s hand over time. Due to the high-quality leather, HOH gloves require a substantial break-in period. While this might be seen as a drawback by some, the process allows players to mold the glove precisely to their hand and playing style, resulting in a personalized and highly effective tool on the field. The Heart of the Hide series includes a wide range of models catering to different positions, such as infield, outfield, pitcher, catcher, and first base. Each model is designed with specific features that cater to the unique demands of each position. Rawlings Timberglaze leather is a distinctive and aesthetically appealing color option available in the Rawlings glove lineup, particularly within their high-end series such as the Heart of the Hide (HOH) . The Timberglaze color stands out for its rich, deep brown hue that exudes a classic and timeless look. The Timberglaze color features a deep, warm brown shade that combines elegance with a rugged, classic look. This hue is versatile and complements various team colors and uniforms, making it a popular choice among players who appreciate a traditional and sophisticated appearance.