How to break in a Wilson A2000 Ball Glove using Aso hot water technique

One of the most common concerns we get from customers is how long it takes to break in a Wilson A2000 ball glove. We show you how we break in a glove in an average of 2-3 weeks using Aso’s hot water technique.
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[@jerrygundecker743]

Aso said the same thing. Do NOT use a string or rubber band. He recommended wrapping a towel around it, but that would seem to take longer to dry. I wonder if gauze, or something like it, would be better. Also, he said to use the hot water method only once in the life of the glove. And it is good for any leather glove. Thanks for the video, take care.

[@jacobsteller4277]

i heard using a long sock

[@akaredcrossbow]

I use ace bandage that has Velcro, works perfectly.

[@Z.Fields_4]

Awesome vid thanks for tips ⚾️⚾️⚾️⚾️⚾️🤘👍😀

[@dfighternelams6387]

Do you use any glove conditioner afterwards? I just used this technique on an A800 my son got today. Right now it’s got a ball wrapped in it until tomorrow. He’ll be playing catch with it tomorrow during his practice session,can I repeat the hot water technique again? Thanks for sharing this video! I would appreciate your input

[@MyREDTAIL]

Good question Dave I was waiting for his reply also, I am going to use Nikona Glove Condotioner on my new Glove after it drys ovenight I can not see a new leather Glove left un conditioned either etc.

[@Marcustx23]

Aso says that he does not use the hot water technique more than once. Thus, you should use it at the beginning of the break-in period and then use the other techniques that Aso recommends after that.

[@JesseHubley]

Just tried this with the Sierra Romero A2000 softball glove, which is navy, red, and gray. It seems to have helped a bit with the stiffness, but the navy and red colors bled and have stained the gray areas. Disappointing, especially considering that this was not a cheap glove. Just wanted to let others who may be thinking about trying this know.

[@oliverg3588]

Jesse Hubley hello ... I have the same glove and the same thing happened to me ... the colors dimmed and it is very ugly, I am very upset and disapp ointed

[@akaredcrossbow]

I did this with an all white glove with black laces. The black bled and now my whole glove is purple, no white to be found.

[@malvinkuqo11]

I have a a2000 1799 will it discolor

[@3hype419]

Thank you

[@mikereyes4283]

Will the color bleed on wilsons? Have a re palm and white binding and don’t want it to bleed into the binding

[@ericeagle9837]

For goodness sakes YES!!! If you put water on the leather you must oil it afterwards. As a former player and have owned many pairs of work boots, water is hard on leather and over time without oil it will crack.

[@tmahar77]

Oil holds in the glove making it heavier. Water-based conditioners will treat the leather better without adding weight.

[@joeblow5958]

Do you pour warm water all over your new $600 untreated suede or leather jacket?

[@tuse07]

Will this method discolor the a2000 blond glove

[@Z.Fields_4]

tuse07 no

[@notjojosiwa2243]

I just got a all black with red laces will it stain?

[@jase042086]

No hot water to white or colored gloves. Also I wouldn’t use a rubber mallet (black rubber can stain) get a small 3 to 5 lbs rubberized dumbbell. I cover it in a white sock, to minimize damage. Also soft surfaces between ground and glove. If you wet a blonde or tan all black you can wrap in a towel and go to town on it with the dumbbell weight. Just my 2 cents! 🥸

[@seanjohn5428]

Would a black glove count as colored? Or are u talking like white red blue

[@niceshots-ec1vi]

Man you got me messed up if you think imma oour water onto my A2000

[@user-oj7yw7gp3z]

안녕하세요

[@anchor_yt1801]

Dose anyone no how to dry it?

[@natedacey9554]

Nate Pawlak air dry

[@jeremybarnes9673]

Water messes up gloves😂😂😂

[@chadrides914]

If I caught anyone doing this to my mitt I hit them to 450 dead center with my fist 😅

[@logancase3843]

Aso would not approve of this. You need a soft surface in between the glove and the ground so you don’t do damage.

[@baileysmith4744]

the fake turf is soft enough. its better to have a mat but its fine

[@Raymond50001]

This Aso technique is used to break in professional players gloves. There's videos of mlb players telling Aso how they want their glove broken in. I just wouldn't use a rubber mallet.

[@A11am3r1can]

You wouldn’t do what professional baseball players do? Interesting. You must be an expert. 😂

[@Raymond50001]

@A11am3r1can where do you see a professional baseball player in this video??? Dude is using a rubber mallet made for woodworking. Always use round mallets. I'm no expert but based on your comment I am more knowledgeable than you. 🤣

[@32toddv]

I would never use hot water or steam on a glove unless you don't mind possibly ruining it. I always break mine in the old fashion wayand never ran into any issues like you will using water of any sort!

[@OSUCharger]

Arrest this man for abuse.

[@rydawg7629]

4:04 that could have ended very badly!!

[@stephen1819]

After it drys do you oil it ??

[@demarinistock]

Stephen H thats a personal preference.... i personally don’t like using oil.

[@stephen1819]

@@demarinistock I got A2000 1799 brand new got it wet broke in like you did in the video and now drying. Should I leave it or oil it ? Thanks

[@demarinistock]

Leave it... make sure to put a ball in it and wrap it the way you like it pink to thumb or pink to index. let it dry in room temp and then play some catch..

[@stephen1819]

@@demarinistock thank you so much

[@reidrichter4292]

Stephen did this method break in your glove well?

[@jeremybarnes9673]

This might work but will ruin it some times😂😂

[@dr9306]

No need to curse

[@joeblow5958]

Ridiculous tip. Yea, Aso does it this way, but he’s breaking in new gloves for players who trade them out every few months. For those who would like to keep their glove for at least a few years, this accelerates breakdown. Tip, use a product you would use on your own leather (e.g. your skin) like a high quality lanolin... keep a ball in the pocket... and play catch... unbelievably simple... works...and won’t ruin the glove.

[@drewabanatha7810]

Would you through a baseball at those though?????

[@99baseballsbaseballdad22]

Most MLB players use their gamer glove for at least a season

[@sjang816]

if you're gonna mimic his exact methods at least pronounce his name right

[@sjang816]

you really just copy his technique dont you. no originality

[@justiceforall3739]

Everyone I’ve talked to says do NOT steam or pour water on a glove. Terrible video!