M^POWERED PLATINUM SERIES KIP LEATHER is from the hide of a young or small domestic cow. Our hides are the most premium tanned hides available for professional baseball gloves. Each glove is hand sewn by custom craftsmen. These gloves are engineered for optimal perfornmance. KIPSKIN is durable, pliable, long lasting and forms to the users hand with very little effort. Typical breakin period is a matter of weeks when you play catch on a regular basis. Premium glove conditioner is ok to use and can extend your gloves life. Our PLATINUM SERIES are engineered to give you years of play and an edge in the field.