Aftco Wire Max Fishing Gloves

Armortex® reinforced. Designed by Peter B. Wright. Big-game leadering ready.

The AFTCO Wire Max Gloves are the heavy-duty leadering gloves built for crew handling trophy fish at the boat. Designed with input from IGFA Hall of Fame angler and legendary big-game captain Peter B. Wright, these are the gloves you reach for when there's a giant on the leader and the next thirty seconds are going to either land the fish or leave you with rope-burned palms. Armortex®-reinforced EVA foam in the palm, thumb, and fingers gives maximum cut resistance without sacrificing dexterity; tacky-grip palms and index fingers let you control the leader cleanly even with mono, fluoro, wire, or cable.

Key Features

• Armortex®-reinforced EVA foam — closed-cell foam wrapped in cut-resistant fabric on palm, finger, and thumb
• Tacky-grip palms and index fingers — mono, wire, or cable, you stay in control
• Breathable Spandura® back and fourchettes — cool, quick-drying
• Wrap-around neoprene strap with Velcro® closure over woven cuff — snag-free, snug fit
• Quick drying and easy to clean after a long fight
• Sold as a pair

Specs

Best For

• Offshore anglers targeting tuna, marlin, swordfish, or sharks
• Crew handling heavy mono, wire, or cable leaders boat-side
• Mate work where you need cut resistance with full dexterity
• Anyone leadering a big fish and not wanting to learn what 130 lb mono feels like crossing a palm

Why We Like It

If you've ever had a 200 lb mono leader rip across your hand on a green tuna, you understand why these exist. Peter Wright's input on the design is real — he ran the test program, and the cut zones are exactly where they need to be. Armortex® on the palm and Spandura® on the back is the right combination: protection where you need it, breathability where you don't. We sell these to charter mates who beat them up for entire seasons and come back for more.