The latest glove series by Akadema uses Precison Kip leather that is 20% lighter and tighter grained then steerhide, The hides are harvested in Europe and tanned in Japan, The gloves are more pliable, easier to break in and have more tensile strength then our competitors glove lines, Precision Kip Design Series Glove, 11-3/4"" Pitcher / Infield Baseball Glove, Made of Precision Kip Leather, Akadema 1/4 Inch U, S, A, Rawhide Lacing, Hand Crafted for Quick and Easy Break-in, Modified Trap Web, Open Back, Medium Pocket, SKU: AKMA043