needs some time to break in before you start hitting people. The gloves use the same leather and construction you expect from Ring to Cage. We found our fighters on the receiving end of punches when they are brand new, not happy campers. After breaking them in on mitts and bags, they are good to go. Don't get me wrong, most gloves need to be broken in. These are a must. Since it is a Muay Thai glove, the wrists flex, wrist cuff is shorter than a regular boxing glove, and the finger/fist area opens easier than usual. Why? So you can clinch the head! These are a must for Muay Thai student starting sparring. No suggested for bag work since there really isnt a great wrist support system on any true MT glove that I have seen.