Mechanix Wear History
Mechanix Wear’s journey began in 1991 when its Original® work glove debuted at the Daytona 500, setting a new standard for high-performance hand protection. Over the next three decades, the company expanded from its racing roots into a global leader in high-performance protective gloves, renowned for consistent quality and innovation.
Today, Mechanix Wear boasts a global presence, with products available in over 70 countries and more than 20,000 distributor locations worldwide. Its high-performance gloves are used across diverse industries – from automotive, construction, and industrial sectors to oil & gas, mining, law enforcement, and military – underscoring the brand’s extensive reach and versatility.
At its core, Mechanix Wear is committed to product innovation, safety, and performance. The company leverages advanced materials and ergonomic design to create gloves that not only protect workers’ hands but also enhance dexterity and performance in demanding environments.
Hand Built Trust
Trust is earned. And for more than 30 years Mechanix Wear has done just that. Our commitment to anatomical design, industry leading material technology and rigorous testing standards has made us the preferred choice of skilled trade professionals and service members around the world. Moving forward, we will build on that trust by continuing to look beyond conventional ideas in an effort to innovate the most advanced protection for working hands ever.
The Glove That Started It All™
In 1991 The Original® glove was born. The brainchild of a legendary race mechanic that sparked a revolution for working hands. Championed by mechanics and pit crews at the 1991 Daytona 500, The Original® is the glove that started it all. Decades later, our roots in motorsports have grown into industries where skilled hands go to work every day. Mechanics, construction workers, trade professionals, service members and law enforcement all agree.