There are two kinds gloves that repeatedly get high marks for gardening chores. We like to identify them by their technical names, the Green Ones and the Orange Ones. They are the most flexible, the sturdiest and the best value.The Green Ones are sometimes called Supergrips. Commercial fisherman use these gloves as well. These form fitting cotton knit gloves feature a patented latex dipping process that allows the glove to remain flexible. They are abrasion and puncture resistant and machine washable. The Green Ones are ideal for summertime gardening. In other gloves I wear a medium, in these a small is perfect. They need to fit tightly for "good gripping". It makes sense to have several pairs on hand because of their good value. Material: latex and cotton knit.