FIRST BASE MITTS MATTER SO MUCH MORE THAN YOU THINK [stop sleeping on them]

This turned out to be a huge surprise, Rawlings and Wilson ended up battling it out but Mizuno snuck in with a budget mitt option as well. But right now the Wilson is dirt cheap so I'd heavily consider it if I were you 🤷‍♂️ www.justballgloves.com/produc...
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[@baseballbatbros]

Bro is for the people 🫡

[@ballgloveking]

Learned from the best 🙌

[@weirdowolfstudio5409]

@@ballglovekinghey here’s one for you . The first base glove for baseball and fastpitch I think are the same . What are your thoughts?

[@weirdowolfstudio5409]

@@ballgloveking I swear the 44 pro 1st baseman mitt is copied off the dct . Go look

[@Colinisgojo]

Yessir

[@PaperTowel25]

Lol 😂

[@zayy1of1]

finally a video around first base

[@ballgloveking]

Yes!!

[@briankice]

Been using a DCT for like 10 years. I just keep going back. I break 1 hinge, and it just fits that break in the best. I like the fact that it has the laces on the fingers that let you curl the fingers. It makes the pocket deeper. Rawlings makes a budget dt too i think for the gg elite. Its just the pattern that works time in and time out.

[@andrewrivera3748]

FINALLY!!!! I bought my son's first base mitt almost 6 months ago. I couldn't find a single video around the first base mitt, so thanks for this!

[@hvalleydude922]

Great video. Thanks for doing one about 1B mitts {my favorite 😃}. The Wilson 1620 is just an awkward looking and feeling mitt. I've tried it at Dick's and there is just nothing about it that I like. The Marucci being too small is consistent with my experience with Marucci 1B mitts. I sold a Marucci that was labeled as 13" but was really 12.5" tops. The Rawlings PRO DCT pattern has been around for decades. Whereas it might not be the best mitt for everybody, it is pretty much the standard 1B mitt among pro first basemen. It checks most of the boxes and gets the job done. The Wilson 2820 is a really cool mitt (I own a Rawlings FM20XL, which is the closest Rawlings equivalent). Unlike my Rawlings, the Wilson 2820 has an open back (in contrast to most other two-hinge patterns, which are closed back). The two hinges give a wider, deeper pocket than you would expect. The 12.25" on mitts like this is really laughable, as they are at least 12.5" and really play up to about 12.75" or 13" in terms of feel. Compared to mitts like the Marucci, they feel huge.

[@marcosalcala7066]

My 7 year old is a 1st base prodigy, he loves using the Rawlings highlight series first base mitt, it has the same notch cutout as that mizuno, it’s easy for him to close since he’s still small. But he nabs every ball thrown his way, he loves his glove.

[@ballgloveking]

Let’s go that’s great, sounds like a legend in the making 🙌

[@Jbzero999]

As someone who played first, and then became a dad and a coach, the first base mitt is the move for dads/coaches. Break it in two in the pink and you have a perfect "do it all mitt". It can catch bullpens for your kid up until they're in their early teens. You can play catch with players who want to "show coach how hard I can throw" but you can also demonstrate ground balls, and other fielding drills without switching gloves. Rawlings Pro broken in 2 in the pinky is the way.

[@hectorsv92]

lol sounds lame Tbh, don’t have a problem catching adults with an infield glove, much less kids

[@999jbrooks]

@@hectorsv92 At no point did I claim not to be lame. Congratulations, you're better than me.. Or maybe I've reached an age where just because I can do something that sucks doesn't mean I won't look for a way that doesn't suck. Either way, that comment clearly wasn't meant for you.

[@allstarr9tc]

@@hectorsv92 obviously you can bullpen with any glove, doesnt mean there arent better options.. lol your comment makes you sound like a dickhead.

[@gabeguzman2130]

To admit that you are anti clutch is in itself very clutch. Great Video!

[@theguy-mo5ll]

I love the first base content 😃

[@BrokeDamian05]

Just ordered the Prodct comes in later next week thank you for the awesome vid

[@ballgloveking]

Attaway!!

[@Jake-di8rk]

Thank you for so much information

[@ballgloveking]

My pleasure!

[@ajvecellio2978]

Great video, a little disappointed we didn’t get ground balls but loving that all positions are getting the love

[@user-jm2od9sl9d]

I play every except first base, and I’m 15, I’ve been watching every video to figure out how to shape my infield a2000 and outfield a2000, this is probably the only one I didn’t need to watch but I’m still watching it🤷‍♂️😭

[@coy_baker]

Glad to see the first basemen, like myself, getting some love. I love my Wilson A2000. I still use it! I will say, after using my A2000, the pocket it decently deep. I hold my glove traditonal.

[@danschilling5863]

The marucci and dct are that same pattern, patterns left out of testing were PROFM and Anthony Rizzo Model.

[@ballgloveking]

That’s true but they don’t feel the same at all. Different leather and interior makes two completely different mitts. I do agree though we need to review those next. This was not an exhaustive list 👌

[@Planetech87]

Rawlings pro 13" was my go to till I got my new Nokona 13" and im in love with it

[@joeyrivera7344]

Follow up on this first base mitt video. Perhaps add 44, Mizuno, in the mix and perhaps different patterns closed web, H web and Cross web comparisons. Rawlings DCT vs. FM models. Thanks 👍

[@ballgloveking]

That's the plan! Probably gonna be a while but we will have a pt 2

[@Jake-di8rk]

Your videos are so good

[@danielcalvert2700]

Something that i think should also be brought up is the actual design of the gloves. On the Rawlings and Marucci gloves, the top of the fingers is sort of separated, which helps create sort of a bowl-effect, while on the Wilsons, its more of a solid plate it bounces down.

[@BradlyNewton]

My son is gaming a 44 RB5 - still not 100% broken in being Pro Stiff, but getting better. I think it will serve him well over the next years through High School.

[@Joeytakesphotos]

That was a mistake the 44 first base gloves are terrible feeling wise and have an ejecto button even though its pocket is crazy deep

[@BradlyNewton]

@@Joeytakesphotos We have seen the ejecto button get hit in practice. First few games it has been solid.

[@kellybruner4931]

for what it’s worth, wilsons use narrower lace in the web than every other brand, so not surprising to see a popped lace from the used one. for example a rawlings 1st base mitt (and all their gloves for that matter, same with every other brand i know of) will have 3/16” lace for pretty much the whole glove, but the actual lace that runs through the web and web spiral (and what runs across the top of the fingers on gloves) and holds the web to the body of the glove is 1/4”, but on a wilson it’s 3/16” throughout. they do the same thing with all their gloves as well, which i don’t think is a huge deal cause that doesn’t take the same impact as a 1st base mitt.

[@spartanangler4933]

Great video! Always helpful content! Can you do a review of the Wilson 2024 A1000 CM33 33” Catcher’s Mitt?

[@timborski1210]

Got our son a HoTH 13" for christmas, hes a big kid and LOVES playing 1st base. He customized it himself and loves his glove.

[@mrbug4803]

44 pro, 12.5 inch 1B mitt has a huge and deep pocket. With a 25% or 30% off code….shiiiize. Its a no doubter.

[@ballgloveking]

Those sales always get ya!

[@neilhays3192]

What about the Rawlings renegade series first base mitt? Or even the R9 series? In my opinion those are great glove options for youth players? Thoughts? Also, will you review those as well?

[@alexmitchek2729]

can 100% agree about the trash on the 1620, currently i play college baseball in nebraska and i have yet to break it in and i’ve been using it since july of last year. Unless you catch a ball perfect (which then it feels really good) it is a wobble machine

[@ballgloveking]

Dang that’s rough bro!

[@Dr.MalcomsBrokenLeg]

Back in the day, I was the super utility player. I could play anywhere at good to great level. Going into new teams, we always had players who only played one or two positions. I always could play anywhere, literally. Went into first base during some high school years because apparently people are afraid of the ball even at that level and make terrible throws 🤣 So, I stepped up and took the reigns. I used a TPX from Louisville and omgsh, It was THE. BEST. I believe it was a 12.75. More of a 1 hinge break in and that makes sense looking back on it. Picking you want to use that pinky side hinge to trap the ball into the pocket behind the thumb. The thumb side you want to be strong so you don't break your thumb and lose the ball or accidentally be too pushy with it and block the ball out. I wore it traditional. That glove helped me thrive there even though it was not my main position. It helped me gain a lot of confidence at the position knowing the glove was doing its job and it was all up to me now. No clue what model type it was or anything else. But, it swallowed the ball no matter what.

[@Isaidthis]

"I feel more confident with 2 in the pinky.. ahh just because it's deeper" AYOOO ME TOO 😅😂😂😂

[@BitterrootRambler]

I have the A2000. It needs a lot of break in time but it’s amazing. Just gotta spend a lot of time with it. The pocket on mine doesn’t look anything like the new one in this vid. It’s well formed now.

[@jonchoi1233]

My 9 year old had the mizuno power close 12 inch 1B glove. It was his primary mitt and it got floppy after a spring season where he played both travel and rec ball. I bought him a Bradley Next gen 1B glove and am hoping that it lasts longer. He had a lot of doinkage with that glove in the beginning.

[@davidbryan5208]

I love my under Armour flawless 1st baseman mitt with the pro flare

[@ballgloveking]

Not many under armor guys out there!

[@qballman1278]

How do you recommend to wear the 2820, I’ve always worn it two in the pinky but I notice you went traditional

[@aschmidty11]

I've noticed with some of the wilson first base that the pockets are super shallow (example the Jose Abreu model) but wilson players loosen up the web quite a bit. If you look at Abreu's game glove compared to the stock game model, the web has been adjusted a ton

[@ballgloveking]

100% but this one was pretty extreme, and that used model was a perfect example of what the average kid is gonna do with it

[@danielcalvert2700]

Yeah, Abreu's web is way slung back, he must change laces often.

[@Gtagredduck]

He is catching the ball like a catcher and a catchers position

[@thedj15]

I have the Rawlings sandlot SFM18S and have loved it for the price, easy break-in, and the deep pocket, if you get a chance I'd like to see what you think of it!

[@sammiller237]

Thanks chris!

[@CarlisleBaseball11]

I agree on the Rawlings . I just got my 12 year old son a similar glove to that PRO DCT , the R2G 12.25 Contour and he loves it . He's been using Rawlings Encores the past few years and while those have been great gloves and can take a pretty good beating I felt like we needed to take a step up to the heart of the hides . The only issue I have experienced with it thus far is the heel is very stiff which is to be expected on higher quality gloves and I've put a ton of mallet work into it and it's still pretty stiff . Feel like breaking in another 1st base glove lol ? I was kind of hoping Rawling would come out with a beefy Gamer XLE 1st base glove . He uses a Gamer XLE on the mound or in the infield and I don't feel like in that price range there's any other glove that can compete with it , but I can understand Rawlings not going that route as they already have the R9 and Encores .

[@martyrodgers1808]

I’ve always played first base and love it in high school, I had a Newman glove that was black with a white inside. But I can’t find anything like it. Now any suggestions.

[@rowanandersen4284]

as a sophomore playing varsity and using a dct i would love to see a review on the 1679 because its felt good in stores but not sure if i want a pattern im not sure about even though im a big wilson guy

[@Evolved_sway]

Thank you so much bgk i was just switched to first and need a mitt

[@ballgloveking]

Good timing 👌

[@Evolved_sway]

@@ballgloveking i ended up getting the sandlot glove. I think its really stiff for 90 bucks, maybe we should consider a firstbase budget glove!! Also thanks for responding

[@Lukethecatcher]

@@Evolved_swaysandlot series is so good. I’m a catcher and for me my sandlot catchers mitt works amazing! I have a pro preferred catchers mitt too but not broken in yet

[@Evolved_sway]

@@Lukethecatchernice, bat the pro preferred is clean

[@TristanCharboneau]

Please review the sandlot 1st base it’s my glove that I use and would love to see what you think

[@gregwalstra]

Any chance you can review the Warstic line of gloves, particularly the 1st base and catchers mitts?

[@sevengraves_]

hay can you make a video about the rawlings premeum catchers mitt

[@jonnyt16]

Weird, I have a slightly older A2000 1620 and the pocket is plenty deep. Its actually one of my favorite mitts because it just swallows everything, great glove for a coach/dad.

[@declanz.5384]

atm I have a Rawlings R9 first base mitt and for a few reasons I cant get a new mitt, it is getting a little floppy for my liking so any tips to get more use out of it?

[@user-dh2jo4lh4r]

Would you recommend a gold glove elite as one of the better budget ones you can get

[@genmysters]

My son is a utility player so 1st base glove is super important to have. He chose the Rawlings R9 because of the cost and it matches his HOH Garry Sanchez 33.5. Had it 2 seasons already and he loves it.

[@oscarlagunas740]

I have one that’s is ether the 1620 or something very similar, takes forever to break in (about one year constant use one year inconsistent) but as soon as it gets broken in, best glove I’ve had so far

[@PatrickMcGoldrick-rv5hy]

I also have one similar, starting to feel real nice after about 3 weeks of casual break in

[@Kenton2024]

I have that a2000 and I found when you go 3 in the pinky it feels great

[@ballgloveking]

Yeah we messed around with three and I still didn’t love it, but I’m glad it’s working for you!

[@BrandonRideout135]

Can you do something about what to look for in a softball glove

[@JustBaseball37]

Love the vids

[@ballgloveking]

Thanks my guy 🙏

[@second2nunnbaseball29]

Awesome video Chris! But nothing will convince me to use anything other than a Dct. Maybe I’m just stubborn 🤷‍♂️

[@lukejones3130]

Can you also include the 44 mitt?

[@user-wv4dp4pq5e]

With a Rawlings, I have noticed that you can go to in the pinky and traditional on all of them that’s one reason why I chose Rawlings

[@ballgloveking]

Good to know 👌

[@cbandit-dads]

Feelings on the ALL Star 13” FGAS-FB first baseman ?

[@JigsawJ100]

Noob slowpitch player here. Can't really find any specifically SP 1b gloves or any over 13". Do you think 13" 1b mitt would be good fo SP or would a bigger regular glove be better in this case? Thanks

[@deepzone31]

I'm always 2 in the pink in my 1B glove. I want max pocket just like OF. I love my Rawlings HOH DCT pattern. Before that I had an Akadema that was nice kip but horribly non-functional based on where the pocket broke.

[@ballgloveking]

lol Akademas are rough sometimes

[@poot.0]

@@ballglovekingWas playing Fall ball and got news hours before a game. I was the starting first baseman for the season. After getting used to playing SS and 3rd, I was not ready. I had a little practice, but still hadn't perfected the art of first base. Anyways, 2 hours before the game, omw home, I stopped at Play it Again, picked out the most affordable, but also the best quality glove and found the Rawlings Player Preferred 12.5 inch, and that was about two years ago. 2-3 seasons later, and it's still my gamer. (yes I still play first base.) About $90

[@TheBenedict98]

Any recommendations for slowpitch firstbase mitt?

[@user-ky4eu6si2m]

I am going to start doing this but i need you to review SSK glove cause I think they aren't getting enough notice

[@uriahc_hawks3211]

Hello, i am a freshman turning 15 this year, do you think a 13” first base mitt is a good size for me or should i go smaller? I’m just scared it will be too big so im researching a lot before

[@gilly239]

I use a Wilson a2000 first base glove and it is forming a pocket finally after months and I love it now

[@BitterrootRambler]

Same, he didn’t spend nearly enough time with it.

[@jimaspinii7579]

Could the Mizuno budget one be broken in for slow pitch softball?

[@radamrussell]

Always dig the videos. I have been in the market for a 13" first base glove for slowpitch. It's not a necessity, but I may be playing first more often in league play. I am a Rawlings guy, but I don't want to sleep on other makers that offer better bang for the buck. I have heard Mizuno makes great first base gloves; and I've recently found a good deal on an All-Star Pro Elite. I am just curious what your opinion is on those makers.

[@JohnSkyLey]

Mizuno's are very nice gloves

[@sammerkel2816]

You haven’t gotten to try a yabai 1st base mitt, have you? They seem solid for the price but after this I’m curious about the pattern and pocket depth

[@I_hit_tanks]

I have the a2k and absolutely love it, got the glove with in 10 mins if mallet work I could close it yet the glove is extremely sturdy. Been using for pre season practices and it just feels like butter 2 in the pinky

[@rodi774]

Does it feel goofy to you like he says it does to him in any way? Also from 1-10 how would you rate how comfortable it is? Thanks!

[@I_hit_tanks]

@@rodi774 it definitely looks a little goofy with the thumb at least looking shorter then it should be but it plays damn well. I can’t really speak on how it feels wearing it traditionally but two in the pinky I haven’t had any problems with the inner laces. The glove is basically a vacuum on your hand

[@rodi774]

@@I_hit_tanks Hey! thanks for your reply. Yeah I'm also a TIP player so that works out for me. I just purchased the glove.

[@BaconDude99]

I used your break in video to break on my brand new a950

[@braedenmccarty3625]

Can you please do budget 1st baseman mits

[@OGBaseball]

Great video! I love your daughters rap

[@ballgloveking]

Us too!

[@powdernitz]

THE KEVIN SHIRT!!!! LIFT SMALL BUNT THE BALL!!!!!

[@ballgloveking]

Hand delivered by Kevin himself 😯

[@J_Miller]

Would the buckler hoplite outfield glove be a good option for a dad/coach wanting a solid cheap outfield glove or would you recommend something else for that $100 price range?

[@ballgloveking]

I can’t really speak on the Buckler I’m not sure 🤔 I would say watch my budget -$100 video and let that influence you

[@E_4life]

I have had that budget glove for around 5 6 years and it still has to be one of the best gloves i have had

[@FeathersFurandFins]

It's not the difference between the A2000 and the A2K that is making the difference, it's the difference between the Wilson 1620 vs the 2820 pattern. Both the A2000 and A2K each come in either pattern, but the 2820 has the dual hinge design. That said, I have a 1620, and you REALLY have to work in the pocket. Like get a mallet and STRETCH the base of the web/pocket area. It took a lot of time, but it got there. Probably wished I got the 2820, but the 1620 is, as you mentioned, incredibly comfortable.

[@fhlx22]

The Mizuno looked and seems like you did best with it. Complimented more than the rest. I think you secretly liked the Mizuno.

[@qballman1278]

HELL YEAH, I love the 2820

[@USOFYG62210]

I love my 44, but it came in stiff as a board and took FOREVER to break in

[@Averagenascarfan8]

Can you please make a video about Rico gloves?

[@thomasjackson9760]

Yo I play 1b/3b so this really helps out

[@ballgloveking]

Love to hear that 🙌

[@Slants05]

i have the rawlings sandlot 1b its a bit of a hidden gem

[@user-xy1nt6uh6t]

My 1b gamer is the mizuno mvp prime. Another great budget option

[@andrewking1414]

What New Balance pants are those?!

[@Elixiryt9]

Nice vidio

[@honordoq2380]

Does anyone have an opinion on the Rawlings gamer exclusive edition AR44 12.75 inch first base glove ?

[@mikeweiss2222]

I have a 30 year old Cooper still in amazing condition, still use it and it’s a freakin suitcase but a pickin machine. Canadians or hockey players will likely know the name haha. Buy quality and it will last.

[@ballgloveking]

That’s sick!

[@hunterlynch8807]

My a2000 broke in the same place, repaired it twice now

[@Jake-di8rk]

If you want to do a budget glove video then you should use a pro lite

[@sherrodsanders3589]

I use the hot water method to break in the web. Once it’s wet, I pound it with the mallet to create that deep pocket.

[@LandonTilton]

3:41 AYO

[@writingteacher2161]

picked up the Marucci M for 180 on JustGloves... the price at that point just brought the glove a bit ahead in value for me. Plus I love the small details of a clean glove as well. Edit: the glove was listed as used and in "excellent condition" ... still a win imo

[@SuperWaddle_dee756]

(good budget option) I would actually recommend my first base mitt Rawlings sand lot first base it’s not the current one it’s the one with the brown and black web but it’s the same thing you can get it for 90 on Rawlings website I believe rn I bought it because a phew years back my cheap Rawlings first base mit ripped on the web I believe it was called the Rawlings select but the sand lot for about a season of use has been way better and was pretty much the same price I bought the other one for and the sand lot has a nice pattern I would say the pocket is good in between mid and big but 2 in the pink is probably out of 10 around a 9.8 (I wear it 2 in the pink finger kind of hanging near the spot you would put your finger on using it straight up) btw a kid probably threw 70 on what would be a close play and it went right threw the pocket and it wasent quite ripped on all of the web but it would easily go thew the web

[@Yeezusfan22]

R9 is way better

[@TheChocolatelovr]

Ssk

[@SuperWaddle_dee756]

@@Yeezusfan22 yes the r9 first base is probably better because it’s more expensive it’s only 130 which is cheap but you can get the sandlot for 80 bucks

[@CarlisleBaseball11]

I personally would say budget wise , go with an R9 or an Encore if you prefer Rawlings . Stay away from the low budget Akadema's or SSK's

[@SuperWaddle_dee756]

The r9 is good but I prefer the feel of the sandlot and looks I’ve used a r9 before (first base not a normal one)

[@pumpbustersv1]

44's RB5 is my favorite mitt I've ever found as a lifelong first baseman. Wilson makes trash mitts honestly at this point, look at what keeps happening to their MLB guys like Vladdy jr, balls love going through their mitts more than any other brand.

[@Eastonsellers274]

Just as I start working on my 1st basemen mitt 😂

[@playsharpjeshua9464]

This is why ball glove king has the most aesthetic form of all time

[@ballgloveking]

Psshhh it’s all in the hips

[@RainerWarrior666]

My Easton K-Pro is still the best glove ever. Have had it for 17 years now.

[@KPT.PRODUCTIONS.]

Lift small bunt the ball

[@bremms1]

Pro DCT has been around a long time and is the gold standard for 1B mitts. You can find it for $250 most of the time the Wilson A2K is $400.

[@ballgloveking]

Yes that’s true but you can also consistently find A2Ks for the similar prices so it goes both ways

[@bremms1]

​@@ballgloveking unfortunately, nobody we know likes the non leather backing. It makes the glove a little lighter, but two other 1st basemen we know said the same thing. It just throw the balance and feel of the glove off. Wilson ONLY has SS backed mitts in A2K and A2000. My son uses a 15 year old Wilson A2800 that is better than what they make today. He has switched to 3rd/Short this year, but still may play some first. We have three 1B mitts. The A2800, a slightly beat up 2012 PRODCT Horween and a new not fully broken in PRODCT. The Horween glove is just heavy as heck. He still uses the Wilson A2800, but it is near the end of its life. He won’t play much first if at all this high school season. The Horween DCT weighs 2.5 OZ more than the the new one.

[@zanemcminn1261]

Who’s watching this during school 😭

[@waylondeweese1749]

Me

[@VeryRareOnly888]

My a2000 infield glove I needed to break it in like it’s a deep pocket

[@hawk12983]

Do a best budget First Base Mitt video.

[@imperialsith7823]

If I clean a glove, do I condition it immediately after cleaning it while it's wet or do I let it dry first?

[@joeyrivera7344]

Let it dry thoroughly, then condition with Sarna or Lexol. Try not to use anything oil based because it will make the glove heavy, floppy and also get dirt build up.

[@alexbrennan8439]

something i will say that i’ve found after playing first base is not pressing the finger part of the glove. keep it as straight as possible to keep as much surface area open as possible. im a huuuuuuge flair guy, there isn’t a glove i own that doesnt have a flaired thumb or pinky but i’ve stuck to leaving the fingers flat. i have the same 44 glove that was in the video and i can positively say that it is by far and away the best 1st base glove i’ve had from how well it broke in, how it almost molded to my hand, how deep the pocket is and overall comfort of the glove. overall, whoever sees this doesn’t have to listen but i just wanted to give my two cents. hope this finds anyone that reads or tries it well