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I have a set that OS gave me for all the grief I had to put up with one of their suits leaking... I now have a TLS-350 which I really like but I kept the gloves. They are typical ring mounted shell gloves, I believe DUI also makes (they used to) some of these. I have used them for 5-6 years with minimal problems on both suits. Contrary to what Art said, they are removable, but you'll sweat it a bit wondering if the seal stretch to the breaking point before the o-ring pops out of the groove. A little practice makes it easier. They originally came with a set of JUNK liners from OS that did little for insulation. I replaced them with a set of Patagonia expedition weight polypro gloves but then the shells were too small. I finally found an industrial rubber glove that was the right thickness, size, etc to use with the polypro liners and the OS rings. Perhaps if you buy them new you can size them for proper liners from the start. Dexterity is better than thick mitts and at depth the insulation/warmth is better. I don't use them a lot, but it's really nice when it's cold to not have ANY water get past your wrist seals (with these gloves on). I don't leave the rings on between trips because I believe they stress the latex seals too much. We do have folks around who put the rings on once and leave them for years. Take care, Paul -- Send mail for the `techdiver' mailing list to `techdiver@aquanaut.com'. Send subscribe/unsubscribe requests to `techdiver-request@aquanaut.com'.
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