• Approved and endorsed by the JKF
• More comfortable and protective design than the widely used foam dipped sparring gear
• Offers more thumb protection

These new hand protectors are the official hand guards of the Japanese Karate Federation, that meet or exceed all tournament standards. These hand protectors also have a unique design that actually conforms to the natural shape of your fist and allows for improved mobility and control, unlike more traditional foam dipped sparring gear. The Official JKF Hand Protectors also offer more thumb protection than is found on other sparring gear, making it better for contact and grappling intensive martial arts such as karate and judo.