Louisville Slugger TPX Omaha Flare Series: OFLFB First Base Mitt

Name: Louisville Slugger TPX Omaha Flare Series: OFLFB First Base Mitt
Brand: Louisville Slugger
SKU: 12074
Price: 99.99 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)

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Top-down view of a tan Louisville Slugger first base mitt with black lacing and TPX PRO branding.

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Close-up of a tan and black first base mitt with EXTRA SOFT PRO embossed on the palm.

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Features

13.00 Inch Model
First Base Mitt
Ultra Quick Break-In
Extra Wide Lacing For Extra Durability
Double Post Web
Oil-Treated Landslide Surface
Omaha Flare Design
Free Shipping
Bruise-Gard Padding
Genuine Steerhide Leather
Closed Back With Finger Hole

Description

Louisville Slugger has once again created a glove series that revolutionizes the concept of glove designs. Introducing the Louisville Slugger Omaha Flare Series produced with an oil-treated Landslide Leather. By combining the Flare design with the Landslide Leather you find yourself with a glove unique in the industry. This combination allows for unmatched durability with an ultra quick break-in period. The Omaha Flare Series gloves are designed with a larger catching surface and a flat, deep pocket. That design along with the extra wide lacing makes this series have unrivaled strength. The Louisville Slugger Omaha Flare Series First Base Mitt offers a closed back design with a finger hole for added control. This is the reason that the Louisville Slugger Flare Series design is the fastest growing infield pattern in professional and collegiate baseball. Louisville Slugger: Performance Products for Championship Performances. Free Shipping.

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softball steve

Pros: Easy to break in.. I was able to use it after 1 night! the glove made for a nice transition from softball to baseball. Easy to close and comfortable on the hand..

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Anonymous

Pros: Fantastic! My son plays varsity high school summer ball at first base and loves it. The ball just locks into the pocket. There was really no break in period. We played catch just two times and he was using it in games.

Cons: None.

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how long does this glove last if i play around 100 games a year? eric

This is made from a high quality steerhide and is a very durable glove. There's no set lifespan, but it should last you at least 2 or 3 seasons.

Jeff

Looking for a glove for my 11 year old. Is this the glove for him? Jarman

It is suggested that an 11 year old use a 11.75-12.25 inch glove. The 13.00 inch might be a little big for him.

Brett

Would this glove be to big for a 12 year old? Billy bob joe

A 13 inch first base mitt is more commonly used by adults. For a 12 or 13 year old, a first base mitt around 12 inches is recommended.

Brett

big enough for mens softball? doogie

Sure. At 13 inches, it should work well for mens softball and it has a pretty deep pocket. I would recommend breaking it in for a week or so with a softball to help form an even deeper pocket. I think it would be a good option for you.

Brett

Do you still carry this model, in a right hand thrower. Is the pro flare twice as good? (referring to the price) Mark

Yes. As long as the "Right Hand Thrower" option is available on the right side of the screen, that means we have it in stock. The Pro Flare is made from a higher quality leather and should be a more durable glove and higher performing.

Brett

would this mitt work for someone who is 5'11''? Benny

This is great link that we have that helps decide what glove you should use and the size; http://www.justballgloves.com/glove-coach/

Brett

If I am 14 years old and going into a high school season next year is this the right glove? mike

This is a great link that we have that helps decide what glove someone should use and the size that they should use; http://www.justballgloves.com/glove-coach/

Brett

Is this glove good for slow pitch softball? D-Rod

yes, the OFLFB is a great 1st base mitt for slow pitch. It is made of quality steerhide that is durable and breaks in pretty quick.

Mark

what is the diffrence bettween this glove and Louisville Slugger Omaha Pro Series: OPROFB First Base Mitt chsbaseball22

The Flare has a slightly more "flared" pocket, designed to help snag the ball. Pro has a slightly deeper pocket.

lkh

Is this glove ok for a 14 year old? mo

Yes, this glove would work fine for a 14 year old.

John

Is this mitt suitable for women's fast pitch softball? jeff

It is designed for baseball, so the finger slots will be bigger than a fastpitch glove will be. But the pocket could easily be broken in to a softball.

Linda

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FLARE AND THE REGULAR MITT? WHICH IS BETTER? ROY

The flare has flared ends on the glove where the regular glove does not. It is really a personal preference, you can bend the ends of any glove and make them into a flared glove

Sean

What is the difference between the flare and a regular first baseman 's glove? Which is better for high school baseball roy

The Omaha flare has a slightly larger pocket than the regular Omaha.

Can you please let me know if the right-handed thrower version is available. If so, do you know when it will be in stock? Thank you. adam

We are currently out of stock on the right hand thrower. We are expecting to receive more and once we do that option will be listed on the website again.

Jennifer

Is the glove heavy? nan

The OFLFB is not heavy. It is an average weighted glove.

How about if you have a wide hand? Do you recommend this glove? I play baseball and softball. CJ

The Louisville Slugger TPX Omaha Flare Series has a large pocket and would be great for a baseball and a softball player.

Kara

How can I be sure this will fit me? I'm a junior baseball player. lb

For exact sizing check out our glove coach; http://www.justballgloves.com/glove-coach/. We also offer a 100 day return policy on all of our gloves. We allow you to purchase a glove and return it for exchange or full refund within 100 days of purchase for any reason.

Kara

I'm 11. What size would I need? brigz

Assuming that you are playing first base this OFLFB First Base Mitt would work for you. You could also consider using a 12.25 inch first base mitt or a 12.50 inch first base mitt.

Tom

Will this glove fit a adult big hand? Hank

Yes the Louisville Slugger TPX Omaha Flare Series: OFLFB is a great first base mitt that will fit an adult hand.

Tom

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About the Brand

In 1842, J. Frederick Hillerich emigrated with his family from Baden-Baden, Germany to the United States. Eight years before, the 1834 Book of Sports had made its debut as the nation's first publication covering baseball. But when he arrived in Baltimore, J. Frederick Hillerich would never have dreamed of the future impact his family would have on America's favorite pastime.

After a short while, the Hillerichs moved to Louisville, where J. Fred started a woodworking shop in 1856. Two of his sons, Adam and John Andrew "Bud" were born in the United States and would later join their father in his business. By 1864 "J.F. Hillerich, Job Turning" was in operation and filled orders for businesses by custom-turning everything from balusters to bedposts.

The firm thrived, and by 1875 the little woodworking shop employed about 20 people. In 1880 Bud Hillerich, who was an amateur baseball player, became an apprentice in his father's shop. Young Bud made his own baseball bats along with bats for several of his teammates.

The debate over the origins of the first bat continues to generate controversy among baseball enthusiasts, but the younger Hillerich was most certainly involved in getting his father's business involved with what would become the company's signature item. According to company legend, the first bat was turned by Bud for Pete "The Old Gladiator" Browning in 1884. Browning was a star on Louisville's professional American Association team - the Eclipse. On a spring afternoon Bud, then seventeen, witnessed Browning break his favorite bat. Bud offered to make a bat for his hero, and Browning accepted. After the young wood shop apprentice lathed a quality stick from white ash, according to the story, Browning got three hits with it in the next game.

Louisville Slugger gloves are worn by more pitchers in Major League Baseball than any other glove.