Golf Glove Size Guide: How To Measure and Find Your Fit
Right-handed golfers wear a glove on the left hand, while left-handed golfers wear one on the right hand. Measure the length of your middle finger and the circumference of your glove hand, then use the brand’s chart to select a snug size with no loose material at the fingertips.
A golf glove is a small piece of gear with an annoyingly large effect on comfort. A glove that shifts around can change how secure the club feels; one that is too tight can make a full grip feel like an argument with your own hand.
This Golf Glove Size Guide explains how to measure, how a glove should fit, and when to choose regular, cadet or women’s sizing. Start with the MG Golf glove collection once you know the hand and size family you need.
Start With the MG Golf Glove Size Finder
MG Golf Fit Tool
Find Your Golf Glove Size
Answer four quick questions to find the correct wearing hand, size range and regular or cadet fit.
Which way do you play?
Most golfers wear a glove on their lead hand, opposite their dominant playing side.
Which MG Golf size chart do you use?
Choose the product sizing range you normally shop. These are the labels used for MG Golf glove options.
Measure across your palm
Keep your hand flat. Measure straight across the palm just below the knuckles, excluding the thumb. Do not measure around the hand.
A flexible tape measure or ruler works. Enter the measurement to the nearest 0.1.
How are your hand proportions?
Cadet gloves are designed with fingers about 1/4 inch shorter and a slightly wider palm than the comparable men's regular size.
Your starting size
Why this result
Check the fit
- Snug across the palm and fingers.
- No wrinkles or loose fingertips.
- The closure lies flat with minimal overlap.
Recommendations use the official MG Golf palm-width chart. Measurements are approximate. If you are between listed sizes, MG Golf recommends trying the smaller size first. Open the printable fitting chart.
The finder can point you toward an MG Golf size, but the printable MG Golf sizing chart is the final reference for that product line. Size labels are not perfectly standardized between glove makers, so do not assume that a medium from one brand will match every other medium.
If you are replacing an old glove, use its fit as a clue, not a verdict. An old leather glove may have stretched, dried out or been too large from day one. The MG Golf hand-measuring guide offers a useful refresher before ordering, and a general product size guide can also help when comparing close-fitting gear.
Which Hand Should Wear a Golf Glove?
Wear the glove on your lead hand, the hand closest to the top of the grip. For a conventional right-handed swing, that is the left hand. For a conventional left-handed swing, it is the right hand.
The lead hand benefits most from the extra traction and protection against rubbing. Many golfers remove the glove for putting and leave it on for full swings, chips and pitches. Keeping it on for every shot is also fine if that gives you a consistent feel.
MG Golf offers left-hand and right-hand glove options, so check the product selection carefully. “Left-hand glove” means the glove is made to be worn on the left hand. It does not mean it is only for a left-handed golfer.
How To Measure Your Golf Glove Hand
MG Golf’s fitting guidance uses two dimensions: the length of the middle finger and the circumference of the hand around the first knuckles, excluding the thumb. Taking both measurements is more reliable than guessing from a shirt size or a general small, medium or large label.
- Choose your glove hand. Use the left hand for a right-handed swing and the right hand for a left-handed swing.
- Measure middle-finger length. Measure from the tip of the middle finger to the crease where the finger meets the palm. Follow the method shown on the MG Golf printable chart if it uses a different marked reference point.
- Measure hand circumference. Wrap a flexible tape around the hand at the first knuckles, across the palm and below the fingers. Keep the thumb outside the tape.
- Record both measurements. Compare them with the MG Golf chart and use the size finder as a cross-check.
- Try the smaller option first if you land between sizes. A golf glove should begin snugly and settle to the hand, provided it does not restrict movement or cause numbness.
| Measurement | Where To Measure | What It Helps Identify |
|---|---|---|
| Middle-finger length | Tip of the middle finger to its base crease | Whether the fingers suit a regular, cadet or alternate size shape |
| Hand circumference | Around the first knuckles, thumb excluded | The overall palm-width and glove-size range |
| Glove hand | Lead hand on the club | Whether to order a left-hand or right-hand glove |
Measure with your hand relaxed and flat. Pulling the tape very tight gives you a number, but not one that represents your hand. A cloth sewing tape is ideal; a strip of paper marked against a ruler also works.
Regular, Cadet and Women’s Golf Glove Sizes
Regular sizing is designed for hands whose finger length and palm width are proportionate within that brand’s chart. It is the right starting point for many golfers.
Cadet sizing is generally built for a comparatively broader palm and shorter fingers. We advises trying a cadet glove when the finger-length measurement is lower than the palm-width measurement on its fitting system. If the two measurements differ substantially, try several nearby sizes and shapes before stocking up.
Women’s sizing uses its own size range and fit pattern. It is not simply a smaller version of every men’s glove. Choose the chart and construction that match your measurements and feel, not the label you feel obligated to pick. Some men may find a women’s glove suitable, which is a useful reminder that hands do not read marketing categories.
MG Golf’s range includes regular, cadet and women’s options. Use the printable sizing chart for the specific MG Golf model you are considering, then explore the brand’s guide to choosing a golf glove if you are also deciding between materials or playing conditions.
How a Golf Glove Should Fit
A properly fitted glove should feel like a second skin: smooth over the palm, snug along the fingers and free of bunching. You should be able to close your hand fully and hold the club without pinching or numbness.
- Fingertips should reach the end of each finger with no folded or empty material.
- The palm should sit flat, with no rolling or loose leather under the grip.
- The fingers should be close-fitting but still allow you to make a complete fist.
- The closure tab should have adjustment room. Our fitting guidance describes a tab that reaches roughly three-quarters of the way across the back of the hand, leaving some hook-and-loop material exposed.
- The glove should not cut into the thumb webbing or make fingers tingle after a few practice swings.
Leather gloves often relax a little with use, so a close new fit is normal. Pain, numbness and an inability to make a fist are not normal. If your hands sweat heavily or you play in wet weather, rotate gloves between shots or rounds so a damp glove does not become a stretched glove.
Golf Glove Fit Problems and Fixes
| Problem | Likely Cause | What To Try |
|---|---|---|
| Loose material at the fingertips | Glove is too long in the fingers or too large overall | Try one size smaller. If the palm feels right, try the cadet version of that size. |
| Tight palm but comfortable fingers | Palm width is too narrow for your hand | Try a larger regular size or compare a cadet fit with the MG Golf chart. |
| Short, cramped fingers but loose palm | Finger and palm proportions do not match the regular cut | Try a different size family and prioritize finger reach without excess palm material. |
| Closure tab reaches all the way across | Glove may be too roomy or stretched | Try a smaller size, especially if the palm also bunches during the grip. |
| Closure barely reaches the fastening area | Glove is too small or the palm is too narrow | Try the next size up or a shape with more palm room. |
| Numbness or trouble making a fist | Glove is too tight | Size up and check that the thumb webbing is not under tension. |
Do not judge a glove solely while your hand is open. Close your hand, grip a club and make a few slow practice swings. A fit problem that stays quiet in the shop often announces itself on the first tee.
Men’s and Women’s Golf Glove Sizing: What To Compare
Men’s and women’s golf gloves typically have separate charts, and the available labels vary by manufacturer. MG Golf’s specific chart should decide the size you order. The general principles remain the same for every player: match finger length and palm circumference, then check for a close but functional fit.
Do not size up automatically because a glove feels snug when first worn. Golf gloves are meant to fit closer than winter gloves or work gloves. Go up only when the glove limits motion, causes pressure points or does not give the closure enough usable fastening area. The same close-fit approach applies across a practical product size guide: measurements and movement matter more than the label.
For a broader overview of hand orientation and lead-hand setup, see MG Golf’s which hand wears a golf glove guide. If you are hard on gloves, the site’s golf glove care advice can help you keep a good-fitting glove from drying stiff or stretching out prematurely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should a golf glove feel tight at first?
Yes. A new golf glove should feel snug across the palm and fingers, with no extra material at the fingertips. It should still allow you to close your hand fully without pain, tingling or numbness.
What if I am between golf glove sizes?
Try the smaller size first if both options allow normal hand movement. If the smaller glove makes the palm tight or the closure difficult to fasten, compare the next size or a cadet shape.
How do I know if I need a cadet golf glove?
Try a cadet glove when a regular glove has excess fingertip material but feels correct around the palm, or when your palm is broad relative to finger length. Compare both measurements against the manufacturer’s chart before ordering.
Can a left-handed golfer wear a left-hand glove?
A left-handed golfer normally wears a right-hand glove because the right hand is the lead hand in a left-handed swing. The glove’s hand designation describes the hand it fits, not the golfer’s swing orientation.
Can I wear two golf gloves?
Yes. Most golfers use one glove on the lead hand, but some use two in rain, humid weather or for extra comfort. Use a matched pair that allows you to keep a secure, natural grip.
Use the Chart, Then Trust the Fit
Start with your two measurements, select the correct lead hand and compare them with the MG Golf printable sizing chart. Then do the simple real-world test: fingertips full, palm smooth, closure adjustable and fist fully closed.
That is the fit you want. Your glove should support the grip without making its presence the most interesting part of the round.
