PU leatherIntermediate
The essentials: pink boxing gloves with a praetorian emblem, a nod to the Praetorian Guard of ancient Rome. White crested helmet on a pink field, the rest of the glove white with a watermark pattern, pink cuff picked out with a lime green trim. Built for training and sparring. 10 and 12 oz. €69, free shipping.
The Praetorian Guard was the emperor's personal corps in ancient Rome, identifiable by its crested helmet. That helmet is the emblem carried on the back of these gloves.
A praetorian emblem
A white crested helmet sits on a pink field on the back of the hand. The rest of the glove is white with a watermark pattern, and the pink cuff is edged in lime green.
PU leather: material and comfort
The shell is PU leather (synthetic), supple and easy to wipe down, over foam padding that absorbs impact on the bag and the pads.
Wrist support
The wide hook-and-loop strap gives precise tightening and a solid wrist hold, for stability on every shot.
Technical specifications
Which oz should you choose?
- 12 oz: all-purpose training and light sparring.
- 10 oz: bag work, speed and technique.
If you are unsure, see our boxing glove size guide.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the praetorian emblem represent?
The crested helmet of the Praetorian Guard, the personal corps of the Roman emperors. It is the brand's emblem, carried on the back of the hand.
Leather or PU boxing gloves: how do you tell?
PU leather, a synthetic. Supple, hard-wearing and easy to wipe down.
Can you compete in velcro boxing gloves?
No. Sanctioned bouts are fought in lace-up gloves; a hook-and-loop strap belongs in training, on the bag and on the pads.
Boxing gloves: 12 oz or 14 oz?
12 oz for general training and light sparring, 10 oz for the bag and speed work.
