Held’s new Phantom II glove features kangaroo and stingray leather construction, with an unlined palm and armor and “Superfabric” and Kevlar on the back of the knuckles, the edge of the hand, and the wrist bone. Neat features include a visor wiper incorporated into the index finger of the left hand and a pre-formed, crease-free palm with “stepped” seams that the manufacturer says avoid pressure points on the inner hand. Suggested retail is $289.99, from dealers. For more information, visit Held USA, Dept. RW, 1232 Commerce St., Conover, NC 28613, (888) 435-3872, www.heldnorthamerica.com.