Chainmail Kitchen Glove – stainless steel mesh, adjustable wrist strap, four sizes

The hand that holds the oyster is the one that usually gets hurt.

Shucking knives slip, mandolines bite and the last bit of cheese on a grater always takes a knuckle with it. This glove is woven from interlinked stainless steel rings, so the hand that steadies the food sits behind a layer of metal mesh while the other hand does the cutting. A fabric strap at the wrist pulls it snug, so it does not slide around during fiddly work. Rinse it under the tap when you are done and it is ready for the next job.

Why a steel mesh glove earns its place by the chopping board

• Stainless steel rings: a flexible mesh that resists slicing from knives, shells and grater blades.
• Fibre-wrapped wire: the steel is wound with fibre, which makes the mesh tougher and kinder against the skin.
• Adjustable wrist strap: a press-stud strap closes the cuff so the glove stays put on the hand.
• Fits either hand: the flat five-finger shape can be worn on the left or the right.
• Four sizes: S to XL, from slim hands to larger ones.
• Easy to clean: metal does not soak up juices or smells, so a rinse and a dry is enough.