Rawlings Heart of the Hide VS Pro Preferred

[@baseballbatbros]

underrated content alert.

[@ballgloveking]

Stop I’m blushing

[@cohenforster3358]

love both of y'all ❤❤

[@matthew_814]

for real dude

[@JPF-jf6vd]

Yeah Fr under rated channel

[@thomasm129]

I have a HoH hyper shell infield glove and a pro preferred catcher’s mitt, and I really like both. HoH are way easy to break in but the pro preferred is more confortable and feels better. I think they are both very good glove.

[@baileysmith4744]

I find Pro Preferred is easier to break in but that may just be because its more comfortable from the beginning

[@TheDoozie43]

In my experience HOH is a rock and PP less of a rock, but much better feel which is most important. But then again some say Rawlings horween leather is better than both which I just ordered, so we’ll see! Lol.

[@Dr.MalcomsBrokenLeg]

I think Rawlings like 20ish years ago were still figuring out the pro preferred line. So they actually used really high end materials for the whole glove until they figured them out to know where they needed high end leather and where they didn't. These days they kind of skip out in a lot of areas unfortunately because they know what they are doing haha. But, I wonder if mine is any different. I can lend it to yuh if you want

[@WpgGoalie40]

Just bought a HOH wing tip 11.75". Broke in over the last couple days and it's fitting amazing. Perfect for 3B slopitch as I prefer a smaller glove.

[@Luke_17]

I got a gold glove elite and gotta say it’s really good for high school level! I am going into freshman year and the only this I notice is that it may need a re-lace because it is a little to loose

[@ballgloveking]

They are really solid but yeah definitely get loose pretty quick

[@julianayala8217]

@@ballgloveking Corey seager pls

[@baileysmith4744]

i see almost everyone who plays 1B as a backup position using GG Elites because they are decent gloves for a secondary position

[@Luke_17]

@@ballgloveking yeah

[@Luke_17]

@@baileysmith4744 yeah but I have it for both 1st and outfield lmao I think I need a nicer glove for outfield

[@Jake-ne8fp]

Still using my pro preferred first baseman's glove from 2011. But it was 250ish back then and it feels great still

[@clarkf3666]

So I literally just bought a pro preferred 2 days ago and I found this channel because I was searching “how to use a mallet to break in a glove”. Lol this channel is so awesome. I went in wanting an HOH and ended up with a Pro. Quite honestly I’m still scared to beat the hell out of it with my mallet

[@ballgloveking]

Glad you found the channel bro! I hear people say that all the time though lol, just hit it hard. I promise it won’t break haha

[@baileysmith4744]

i firmly believe the best glove you can have (for infield) is a pro preferred back and palm liner, with the heart of the hide palm. for outfield its all pro preferred, and for catching its all preference (i like my HOH YM4 but i may have gotten lucky with the palm liner being so comfortable)

[@rickfrank7934]

why would you want a heavier glove that won't last as long?

[@baileysmith4744]

@Rick Frank . The weight difference is hard to notice and for outfield i think comfort is very important, and durability is hardly something you notice either because both gloves will last you a lifetime if you take care of it. Id much rather a comfortable glove that lasts 20 years of my 20 year playing career than a glove that is harder to break in, doesnt feel as nice, and is still stiff after im done playing, especially when for the outfield a loose glove is much better for the hand

[@DanglesSeason]

Wild the price of these bad boys now. Swear my heart of the hides were $150ish back in early 2000s and pro preferred were $250ish. My Primo was like $400ish and that’s basically a pro preferred now. Inflation a mother!

[@berniestewart1738]

Never had a pro preferred but I have a HOH Griffey model from 1994 and it’s still usable and I have another exact model from the mid 2000’s and it’s still solid. Good stuff man.

[@SwaggyJOD]

HOHs from 2005 and prior are pretty equal to PPs….HOHs now are shit….atleast the retail ones

[@terrencewilliams9084]

If you like Rawlings, and the finger stoles are to wide, try the Rawlings 314. Fits more like a Wilson, but a Rawlings

[@mattyny2953]

What are your thoughts on the hyper shell? You say you’re not a big fan of it, can you explain?

[@Not_Lucas]

Hey Chris, love the videos! Also, love the shorts and would totally buy!

[@ballgloveking]

Awesome thank you bro! 🙏

[@julianayala8217]

@@ballgloveking Corey seager pls

[@coreyrandall2753]

Do a video on the Easton Flagship. A teammate on my Sunday league team has one and feels sooooo good for a $150 glove

[@anthonydolce5401]

Need a top 3 catchers mitt list !

[@ballgloveking]

🔜

[@julianayala8217]

@@ballgloveking Corey seager plss

[@baileysmith4744]

its all preference. i like Wilson’s M2 pattern but i prefer Mizuno’s craftsmanship and Rawlings’ leather. its quite hard to say whats better than others for a position like catcher

[@-LEMING-]

Can you please review harrison bader's glove

[@mpar07]

Lesss gooo!!! I have been waiting for this!!!

[@ballgloveking]

Yes sir 💪

[@jayala2007]

Do you like these for softball?

[@Notfakespingbob]

I’ve gotten to use a pro preferred and heart of hide (not mine) but heart of hide feels a little better and I next week I will get to have my own heart of hide (Luis Robert model).

[@chrispvisionsmeditation4124]

Just ordered a custom HOH I’m antsy to get it going TY!

[@grantdavis356]

Hey Chris, love your vid’s. Do you think I could get away with a 11.75’ for playing outfield? I’m inf/of and not sure what size to get.

[@baileysmith4744]

Depends on what level you are playing at. If youre still under 18 years old you really only need the 1 glove and it doesnt matter the size. In college though its probably best to get a bigger glove (maybe something cheaper like a GG Elite if its not a regular position)

[@JDNEDITZ]

Will you have a yth size in those shorts? Cuz I love them 😍

[@robross3531]

Love the videos was wondering what you think about the heart of the hide R2G Contour fit my son is 10 and plays travel ball

[@ballgloveking]

The R2G is great for youth! Not for adults lol but I approve for a 10 year old for sure!

[@doge_craft9371]

Yo nice video keep up the good work! Also I had a question how much do youth pro 44 model weigh?

[@ballgloveking]

Not so sure on their weight, it’s going to be very similar to a normal 44 model Maybe just barely lighter

[@julianayala8217]

@@ballgloveking Corey seager pls

[@baileysmith4744]

Rather than getting a youth 44 Pro model id recommend getting the Japan Select model in 11". I will just take a long time to break in, thats all

[@Deacoooooooooon]

Also love the shorts

[@liljimmy1214]

going into freshman year playing infield and will most likely be playing around 3 seasons of baseball what glove should i get

[@wxmx7248]

wilson a2000

[@baileysmith4744]

Rawlings HOH TT2 in 11.5". If that costs a but more than you'd like, id recommend the Mizuno Prime Elite GPE1150M next

[@mariagallup5682]

Yo, review a a1000 and or compare it to a gg elite

[@oneonly3161]

Can we see a video on the nokona?

[@ZynithLuvsU]

How long should I beat a heart of the hide to get it practice ready?

[@ballgloveking]

Basically until you can easily close the glove. You just don’t want to force the glove closed early on, it creates a bad form and some bubbles in the palm

[@ZynithLuvsU]

@@ballgloveking ok thanks I’ve had a a2k for a few years and I got a heart of the hide this year and the way they break in has been a bit different

[@Collin_Smeltzer]

This is so funny, I was complaining last night because you hadnt had a video in like 2 weeks and literally ten minutes later you post. What are he chances?

[@ethanleblanc1731]

Quick question your only guy I could think of that would have an answer, but how do the 44cb’s feel compared to the 44pro?.. was looking at buying a cb for the deep pocket but do they feel any good?? And how’s the build quality compared to a pro??

[@Stephkokot2]

Crapy leather DONT GET IT

[@oshap611]

Can you do the Rawlings player preferred

[@davidvasquez7830]

Horween HOH or Pro preferred

[@ballgloveking]

Horween AAAALLLLLLL DAY

[@kea4429]

Thank you Chris 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ballgloveking]

Any time!

[@julianayala8217]

Corey seager plsssssss

[@brodynelson631]

Made my dad so much better since you posted

[@Luka12635]

Rev1x is the most comfortable my preference though

[@primetime2110]

Would you recommend the Sarna glove oil?

[@ballgloveking]

I generally recommend using their glove conditioner rather than the oil, but yes 👍

[@julianayala8217]

Chris I would like for you to do a review on Corey seager

[@baileysmith4744]

youve said it enough but thats not going to change anything

[@julianayala8217]

@@baileysmith4744 be quiet please

[@Stephkokot2]

Wich is more durible, Wilson a2000 superskin or hoh R2G

[@adengallo6610]

Hey Chris, big fan. I’m a 13 y/o SS and some what 3B and 2B what is the best glove I can get in the $300-$400 range

[@thomasm129]

Heart of the hide 11 1/2 are very nice but A2K can also be a good option.

[@ballgloveking]

I’d go with 11.5” since you’re playing both positions but 11.75” would work too, check out the top 2 gloves on the mid infield list on my website. It’s the A2K 1786 and Rawlings PRO200 HOH If you’ve got smaller hands I’d lean toward the Wilson

[@julianayala8217]

@@ballgloveking Corey seager

[@baileysmith4744]

id recommend the Rawlings Heart of the Hide TT2 in 11.5”. you could also go with a Mizuno Pro Select 11.5 and then choose whatever pocket depth you like most for all the positions you play (most guys like the shallow for SS and 2B, but regular-deep for 3B). just make sure you break in the glove properly and take care of your glove

[@edgaresquivel2147]

What’s the difference between a regular HOH and a Horween HOH?

[@LEbassing]

What is the best first base mitt

[@b_errorb_error4359]

Can you do a Rawlings 93 pattern HOH review? Like the Pro934?

[@bgiesbrecht8774]

Do you know which of the HOH leathers aren’t oil infused and are the most durable?

[@nekofuzz.]

The outro said "WISLON A2K" I laughed so hard lol

[@davidfaulkner8805]

Can someone explain to me what’s the difference with the Rawlings hyper tech

[@rencesoe]

Put 1st base into your website

[@XxLaloxX_Htx]

Can you a2000 vs a2k

[@ballgloveking]

Sir yes sir

[@joshferrell898]

About to buy a custom hoh off the website, ended up here first

[@weaver909]

I can get a brand new black Rawlings heart of the hide 12.75” glove for $199, is that a great deal?

[@jack.quinn.1485]

can u do a rawlings hoh 31 pattern infield

[@J_Miller]

That R.A. pro preferred is sick! Prob bias being an Atlanta fan. The color scheme on the Bryce hoh is terrible

[@baseball0768]

Can you u make a video about jt realmutos glove?

[@Deacoooooooooon]

Geez you’ve been growing like crazy(in subs😁)

[@ballgloveking]

Yes sir!

[@Rotvic17]

Is there a glove you recommend for a 6 year whose plays little league with a pitching machine

[@MichaelScarn_0070]

Ball glove king. I have a 7u player. Which mitt would you recommend for him? I would like to give him any edge he could use. He plays pitcher/SS.

[@baileysmith4744]

7u??? A $20 Mizuno mesh glove thats 9.5" would be perfect (i think Walmart probably sells something like that)

[@imn8]

My goal with my 7yo is to teach him to love the game and to appreciate practicing and improving. It seems doubtful that gaining an "edge" via equipment will make him a better player in the long run. We have a Mizuno Prospect Select glove, thanks to Play It Again Sports ($20, like new). Those gloves seem to have decent leather that should hold up well but break in easily.

[@WayenSlanina-Wertz]

Hello I was wondering what the difference is between the Heart of The Hide 204 and 205?

[@ballgloveking]

The difference would be the web!

[@WayenSlanina-Wertz]

Thank you so much!

[@snap-off5383]

If you want a heavy speeder-upper: Use your 200lbs ahem your 178 lbs and your heels. To get the initial creases going i manually fold right along the line I want, then stand on it in my stocking feet for a while. puts them in with semi permanence pretty quick. Same with crushing cardboard boxes, don't bother with the removing the tape and folding them up, just start using your weight and crush them. Let the Earth do the work. Durability is most important, you can make a super hard thick thick leather still pliable and easy to use, so go for the steer leather.

[@5950sz8]

I have a bigger hand and the HOTH models just fit better and feel more natural on my hand. I have 2 HOTH and 0 PP.

[@baileysmith4744]

it shouldnt make a difference. when breaking in the glove you have to get the glove used to closing around your hand, and it wont do that by not wearing it and using it. there are many big leaguers with monstrous hands using pro preferred gloves

[@5950sz8]

@@baileysmith4744 I don’t disagree with you. Off the shelf the PP’s require more break in work for my hand to feel comfortable wearing it. Where the HOTH’s just seem to fit me better automatically. I think PP’s are really nice, but I don’t get my gloves for free, so I go with what feels best on my hand before the break in.

[@jonfn0]

pro preferred vs A2K?

[@stuckman10]

Thoughts on reviewing a new Akadema Torino infielder model? I actually used an Akadema all though my college career and it was great. Doesn’t seem like anybody in the glove world reviews them

[@natlindeman5183]

chris, i know you do not know much about catchers mitts, but do you know why they stopped making HOH's with a PROCM43 model?

[@baileysmith4744]

they havent, and its also on their custom builder so you can make whatever design you want in HOH PROCM43

[@natlindeman5183]

@@baileysmith4744 of course, but i never really see them on websites anymore. Now CM43 patterns typically come in pro preferred.

[@baileysmith4744]

@Nat Lindeman . Rawlings removes gloves all the time from their website when stock runs out. When stock comes back they will be added again. If you go to JustBallGloves im sure you can find one. If not you can customise them with ease

[@ambermonroe9189]

How do you close a glove because I have bubbles

[@baileysmith4744]

Bubbles are caused by you closing the glove too early in the break-in stage (i saw Chris say this to someone else's comment earlier). Using a weight or mallet on the palm can get rid of bubbles, and then just copy Chris' break-in from there. Usually forcing the glove closed is what causes bubbles because the leather is taking the easiest way to break tension as you apply pressure, which is usually by folding in all different directions like a zig-zag pattern

[@hereis20yuan42]

Just a random question. On your 44 gloves, do you get pro stiffness, or standard stiffness.

[@dicksonyang9511]

standard stiffness

[@baileysmith4744]

I believe he usually goes pro stiff, but standard stiffness is usually very stiff still. I'd recommend pro stiff just because your glove will last longer and they both still take a long time to break in

[@bgiesbrecht8774]

@@baileysmith4744how about for Rawlings? 70% or 90%?

[@baileysmith4744]

@bgiesbrecht8774 . For Rawlings i'd go for standard just because they dont take away from the quality, they just do more or less work in the factory, whereas 44 Pro uses different stiffeners depending on the options you select. Just stay away from R2G and Rawlings will be fine. R2G isnt bad but for the same price as their stiff HOH, its just not worth getting because they dont last anywhere near as long

[@bgiesbrecht8774]

@@baileysmith4744 Thanks!

[@ricangamerr3786]

I wish i could get that red one 🔥🔥

[@julianayala8217]

Corey seager model plz he is a good fielder

[@ElijahMcCaskill34]

Love the shorts man plz respond

[@ballgloveking]

Thanks bro 🙏

[@TheWrassler]

Those shorts are fire!!

[@Mikano_ñ]

If you have small hands and like snug fit, try wearing a glove under your mitt

[@geraldmiller8973]

do not beat on a glove that is an older glove. i had a wilson pitchers glove. i do not remember when i bought it, a very long time ago. i beat on it with the end of a ball bat and it broke the leather ties between the pinky finger and the index finger. do not try doing that on an older glove. i had to send it to a guy to replace the leather ties i broke. good gloves are not cheap anymore. be careful what you try on an older glove.

[@ucdis]

Love the shorts

[@kjjunior639]

Gotta drop the shorts they fi 🔥🔥🔥 1:26

[@ballgloveking]

They may be in the website now… 👀

[@914ballgloves8]

Adding a kettlebell to my amazon shopping list as I type this comment

[@ballgloveking]

😂 😂

[@Idejxhcjcjvvkchgvuv]

Hi

[@ballgloveking]

Sup

[@julianayala8217]

Corey seager❤pls

[@joeyprice5224]

You can tell he’s not a fan of the pro preferred because he had ZERO in his glove collection video

[@ballgloveking]

Good point, I’ve had about 7-8 over the years but never kept any long term

[@nokbbang_Han]

Why is that website so cheap?|

[@ballgloveking]

What website are you referring to?

[@nokbbang_Han]

@@ballgloveking www.justballgloves.com/produc... this!

[@julianayala8217]

Make Corey seager plz

[@Jasper-Flechtner]

good video

[@ballgloveking]

Thanks 🙏

[@powdernitz]

Always heard pro preferred was their softest premium leather and heart of the hide was their toughest premium leather. One's easier to break in the other may last forever.

[@cadedawaynejhnsn1150]

Oh yes

[@zaezaeb17]

DAWG PLEASE CLOSE THE GLOVES THUMB TO PINKY!!🤦🏽‍♂️

[@carved2402]

good

[@liamwang3828]

A2K VS A2000

[@lamy77.]

dang

[@orlandoduran3181]

Hoh

[@averyperschka811]

First