AS OF MAY 2026 MK-1 & MK-1 ULTRA ARE OFFICIALLY DISCONTINUED BY VANGUARD SAFETY WEAR DUE TO CHANGES IN NFPA STANDARDS. MK-1 & MK-1 ULTRA WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM FIRE & RESCUE PRODUCTS WHILE SUPPLIES LAST The MK-1 Structural Glove The Vanguard Safety Wear MK-1 model is a gauntlet style wing thumb structural firefighting glove certified compliant to the NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensemble for Structural Firefighting-2018 edition, by the Safety Equipment Institute McLean, VA USA. Model # 7877 PROTECTION • Unprecedented 5 layers of 100% Kevlar knit for Premium Thermal, Cut & Puncture Resistance• Cowhide reinforced back shell for long term Radiant Heat Resistance• NFPA 1971 Compliant Moisture Barrier blocks Chemicals and Bloodborne Pathogens PERFORMANCE • Multi-layer Kevlar Knit with Goatskin Palm provides Outstanding Flexibility, Grip and Dexterity• Unique Sculpted Fingertip Design Provides Highest Level Tactility• Intricate Sewing Construction for Highly Functional Tailored Fit• Sewn Down Palm Layers for more Efficient Grip DURABILITY • Premium Leather and 100% Kevlar for Rugged Construction• Reinforced Thumb Crotch Protects High Wear Area• Inner Liner Sewn and Bonded at the fingertips FEATURES Sculpted Finger Tip construction for enhanced tactility/dexterity. The thumb crotch is reinforced with cowhide suede leather to reduce wear. Palm layers are sewn down together to enhance grip. The glove is stitched entirely with 100% Kevlar thread. Cadet sizes have a 1/2" shorter finger length.
