Akadema 32.5” Praying Mantis Series Catcher's Mitt product image
Akadema 32.5” Praying Mantis Series Catcher's Mitt product image
Akadema 32.5” Praying Mantis Series Catcher's Mitt product image

Akadema 32.5” Praying Mantis Series Catcher's Mitt

About This Item

Dominate the competition with the Akadema® 32.5" Praying Mantis® catchers Mitt. Designed with an innovative Praying Mantis® pattern, this catchers mitt provides a unique design and top performance. The Double Flexhinge forces the glove to snap closed on contact, while double-sided Slim Padding allows for a larger pocket size for improved control of the ball. Also features a Spiral-Lock web and Stress Wedge technology.

** Learn more about Glove Steam-Fitting Services available at select DICK's Sporting Goods locations **

FEATURES:

  • Precision Kip leather is 20% lighter and tighter-grained than traditional steerhide
  • Stress Wedge technology offers shock absorbing protection for the hand against injury and sting when receiving the ball
  • Praying Mantis® pattern offers a unique design and unique technology for maximum performance
  • Double Flexhinge makes the glove snap closed on contact
  • Double-sided Slim Padding allows for increased pocket size and easier ball retention
  • Triple Finger Hammock allows the fingers to be firmly positioned and more secure in the glove
  • Uniquely designed shape allows the throwing hand easier access into the pocket
  • Handcrafted for a quick and easy break-in period
  • Glove is more pliable, easier to break in and has more tensile strength

SPECS:

  • Size: 32.5"
  • Age: Adult
  • Sport: Baseball
  • Position(s): Catcher
  • Web: Spiral-Lock Web
  • Series: Praying Mantis
  • Model: APM42
  • Web ID: 16AKDACTCHRSMTTPRCTM
  • SKU: 13014835
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Amazing Glove

this glove is amazing i have been having problems with my thumb bending and getting bruised, ever since i have bought this glove my thumb is perfectly fine and my hand is perfect this glove really does what its suppose to. its hard to break in but what catchers glove isnt.

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