Below are the rating criteria I will start using with all of my reviews. Also want to say that this is strictly my opinion and my opinion only. Some of you may not agree and that is ok but would like to read your comments. Overall this is a nice glove and I would recommend it to anyone in the market for a new set of sparring gloves. I did ding the glove for the thumb and slightly undersized hand compartment but honestly think it will break in just nicely. The appearance is ok but could have seen better. Safety 8 (great wrist support, soft foam and leather, secure thumb) Quality 8 (high quality cut of leather, top notch stitching, leather seam around palm opening) Construction 7 (loose/inconsistent leather, inconsistent foam, thumb is slightly in bad position) Comfort 8 (the thumb and a little undersized hand compartment are the only drawbacks) Value 8 (at discounted price, would be a 9 at $79. 99 and a 10 at $69. 99) Appearance 7 (Would prefer all one color or black with white palm, loose leather and wavy foam take away) Technology 6 (layered cuff, soft foam, overall though not very innovative) Overall 7. 5