Hestra CZone Contact Gauntlet 5-finger £60

+ Soft and comfortable, good dexterity and grip, touchscreen compatible

- No rollover fingertips, not the warmest

The CZone Contact Gauntlet is a versatile cold weather glove made by Hestra, a family-owned Swedish company that has been making gloves – and only gloves

– for 85 years. Largely made of durable nylon, the back of the hand uses a stretchy and reflective nylon-elastane soft shell fabric. For grip, there’s an extremely tacky patterned overlay that the brand calls Duratan, which is placed at the fingertips, palms and thumbs. The tip of the index finger and thumb are also fitted with conductive patches for touchscreen use. The wrist cuff offers good coverage and has an elasticated section and a drawcord lock.

The overall fit is close and precise, offering excellent dexterity. We were just slightly surprised to find end-on finger stitching rather than the more durable rollover design. This is also a relatively lightweight glove, and insulation comes solely from a cosy microfleece lining. But they are fairly warm for their weight as well as being fully waterproof and breathable, thanks to a CZone Contact membrane.

■ Unisex sizes 6-11 (XS-XXL)

■ Weight 150g (L) ■ Construction Polyamide/elastane soft shell outer with Duratan palm and finger reinforcement, C-Zone Contact waterproof insert, foam insulation and polyester microfleece lining

Verdict

Lightweight and close-fitting with good dexterity and excellent grip, but best combined with a liner for more warmth in full-on winter.