Eagle Gloves

No list of falconry equipment is complete without eagle gloves. Gloves--or gauntlets, as they are commonly called in the falconry community--protect the wearer while the eagle or other bird of prey is perched on the hand of the falconer. There are a wide variety of styles, materials and sizes of gloves available to the falconer.

Falconry as an art has been in existence for many hundreds of years, with its popularity most prevalent in Europe and Japan. Falconry was practiced primarily by the elite class, but has now become accessible to almost anyone with a willingness to learn the techniques and expend the patience necessary to become a falconer. One of the first techniques that a novice falconer learns is the method for letting a bird of prey perch on one's hand.

Mike's Falconry Supplies Stocks the Best Selection of Eagles Gloves

Eagles are large, powerful birds that require special care and handling in order to ensure safety for the falconer and bystanders. They are members of the broadwing class of birds and can hunt large game. Selecting the right glove to use when handling an eagle is very important. Eagle gloves are typically sturdier than other gloves, and extend further up the arm.

Mike's Falconry Supplies has an excellent selection of eagle gloves. Mike's custom-made eagle gloves are a great choice. Made from dark brown buffalo hide, these gloves are very thick and offer great arm and hand protection when handling eagles. Send an email to mikes@mikesfalconry.com for further information on eagle gloves.