Of all of the pieces of high-tech clothing and apparel that uplanders amass, a good pair of hunting gloves just may be one of the most overlooked yet underrated items they carry into the field. Gloves can bring added warmth on cool mornings, keep your hands clean and dry against the unforgiving elements, and protect against the annoying scrapes and cuts from thorny covers and rugged terrain. These popular options also enhance a shooter’s grip on their shotgun without sacrificing any comfort or mobility when shouldering to shoot a fast-flushing bird.

Orvis Uplander Shooting Gloves

These best-sellers from Orvis are known for being great-fitting gloves with a superior grip and nimble dexterity. Made with soft, unlined sheepskin that is durable yet sensitive, it’s no wonder they quickly become a fast favorite worn by wingshooters. The well-made, all-purpose Uplander Shooting Gloves are equipped to tackle any climate and condition from the rugged chukar hills and thick Northwoods to the sweltering southern pine groves. This pair is tough, well-fitting, and lightweight—what’s not to like?

$80 | orvis.com

Pyke Gear Northcutt Upland Shooting Glove

Made of premium Pittards sheepskin leather, the form-fitting Northcutt glove from Pyke Gear is a serious contender as the ultimate glove for the upland hunter. It also features Pyke’s innovative WR100X technology for water-repelling protection in a shorter cut that doesn’t cover your watch or interfere with wrist movement. Conductive leather thumb and middle finger are smart-device ready so you can swipe through your phone and use your handheld at any time. Add in a reinforced palm and four-way stretch nylon back, and you have a glove that is both durable and comfortable. Available in medium, large, XL, and 2XL sizes.

$80 | pykegear.com

Browning Shooter’s Glove

The Shooter’s Glove from Browning is a hard-to-beat, all-day, all-season option for serious bird hunters. Made of supple deer hide, these gloves will both protect your hands and give you a superb and snug feel on your shotgun with a low-profile fit for well-gripped swinging and precise shooting. Additional features include an elasticized wrist and just a bit of warmth for those frosty mornings in the uplands. Available in sizes S, M, L, and XL.

$75 | browning.com

Final Rise Field Gloves

Designed to meet every uplander’s needs, the Field Gloves from Final Rise feature high-grade, durable goat skin leather palm and deer skin leather top for a next-to-skin feel with unmatched dexterity and comfort. With a focus on functionality, the Field Gloves were crafted to be touchscreen-ready for electronics carried in the field. A secure strap around the wrist keeps gloves in place and a short-cut design allows for a normal fit and usage of GPS-paired watches. Grab a pair in size XS through XL.

$85 | finalrise.com

Plainsman Premium Cabretta Brown Leather Gloves

If you’re not one for fancy features, the Plainsman gloves offer above average performance at an affordable price point. They are made of 100% premium Cabretta leather and designed for control, comfort, and maximum dexterity, while offering durable protection for your hands against briars and brambles. Reinforced double-layer palms with three rows of heavy-duty, double stitching and an elastic wrist for a tailored fit make these gloves the perfect fit while being tough as nails. They also conveniently come in a two-pack so you can always keep one pair in the truck and one pair in the vest at all times. Available in sizes from S to XL.

$32 per two pair | amazon.com