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How To Break In a Glove
Many gloves today are game ready or broken in when you purchase, but most will require the following break in process:

WORK IT
Most gloves will be stiff upon purchase. Grab each side of the glove near the heel or the lower part of the glove.
Work back and forth by twisting. You can do this with the finger and thumb areas as well. This will help ease the tension of the leather padding fibers.

CONDITION IT
You can apply glove conditioner to help soften the leather.This will also add an extra layer of protection. Glove conditioner can be purchased @ CBW and most sporting goods stores.

WRAP IT
Close the glove by wrapping the fingers around a ball and secure the glove by tying with a rubber band, shoelace, strig or rope.
Leave overnight or for several days.

USE IT
Play catch to get familiar and comfortable with your new glove. This will also allow the glove to form fit your hand.

CARE FOR IT
Repeat these steps until you feel comfortable catching balls and opening and closing the glove. Continue to apply conditioner
over its lifetime to keep the leather nice and soft.