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The Foundation V2 + Glove Care Kit

The Foundation V2 + Glove Care Kit

The 10-minute habit that helps keep the leather soft. 

34 total reviews

Regular price $107.00
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  • Reinforced fingertips & high-wear zones
  • Moulds to your hands for maximum feel
  • Care kit that helps keep leather soft
Your Ultimate Leather Garden Gloves (Size)

Not sure of your size? Measure your hand in 30 seconds. 

Quantity

FREE SHIPPING Australia wide over $100. Gloves don't fit? We'll exchange them for free.

Description

The Foundation gloves are built for hard use. This kit is the 10-minute habit that looks after it between jobs. Clean it. Condition it. Put it away. That's it.

What's in this bundle:

  • 1 pair of The Foundation V2 garden gloves
  • Saddle Soap (100g). Gently lifts built-up soil and sweat out of the leather.
  • Leather Balm (100g). Made with beeswax. Conditions the leather and helps keep it soft and supple.
  • Soft brush. Brushes off dry dirt and works the soap into the leather, seams and fingertips, where gloves work the hardest.
  • Calico drawstring bag. Keeps the whole kit together in the garage, ute or your bottom drawer.

How to use

1. Brush. Once your gloves are dry, brush off loose dirt, paying attention to the fingertips and seams.

2. Clean. Dampen the brush or a cloth, work up a light lather on the saddle soap and massage it into the leather in small circles. Wipe off the residue with a damp cloth. Let the gloves air dry naturally, away from heaters and direct sun.

3. Condition. Once dry, rub a small amount of balm into the leather with your fingers or a soft cloth. A little goes a long way. Leave it to soak in, then buff off any excess.

Leather only. Keep the soap and balm off the neoprene cuff.

Shipping & delivery

Ships within 1-3 days, direct from our HQ in Canberra.

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FAQs

How do I know if The Foundation is right for me?

I'll be frank, The Foundation isn't for everyone. It's built for home gardeners and trade professionals who are fed up with gloves that break too soon, especially at the fingertips.

That's also why the price is what it is. This wasn't built to be the cheapest, it was built to be the one you reach for over and over again. The price reflects the materials, the small production run, and the work that's gone into it.

If it's not for you right now, that's okay. Come back when you're ready. We'll be here.

How do I find my size?

Grab a tape measure (a string and ruler works too) and measure around your knuckles and the length of your dominant hand. Then check those numbers against the Glove Sizing Guide for your best fit.

If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing down. A snug fit at first becomes a perfect one later.

If you're still unsure, email carolyn@baredirtco.com anytime with your measurements, and we'll help you get it right.

What do you mean by "tested in the real world"?

Before V2, The Foundation went through months of testing with real gardeners, in real conditions. They told us exactly what they love and what could be better. Everything they loved is still here. We just made V2 better with what it needed.

Where is The Foundation made?

The Foundation was designed and founded in Canberra, Australia, and made by skilled leatherworkers in Pakistan, a region with generations of expertise in leather craftsmanship. We work directly with our manufacturing partner there to ensure every single pair of our gloves meet the standards we set out to build.

How do I care for my gloves?

The Foundation is made from premium, full-grain goat leather, and a little care goes a long way in keeping it in top condition.

After each use, hang the gloves up and let them air dry naturally, away from direct heat and sunlight. Brush off excess dirt and wipe gently with a damp cloth when needed. If they get properly mucky, wash with saddle soap and rub in a leather balm. That's it.

One thing to avoid: don't machine wash or tumble dry.

How long does delivery take?

Orders ship within 1-2 business days, packed and posted by us here in Canberra. Once it's out the door, delivery timing depends on where you are. Most Australian addresses see it within a few business days after that. International shipping may take longer. Refer to estimated shipping duration at checkout.

We're a small, family business, packing and shipping every order ourselves, so if anything ever feels slower than expected, email carolyn@baredirtco.com and we'll chase it down for you.

How much does shipping cost?

Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your location, so you'll see the exact cost before you pay. No surprises.

Do you ship outside Australia?

Right now, The Foundation ships within Australia and to New Zealand and the US as standard. But if you're outside these regions and want a pair, don't let that stop you. Email carolyn@baredirtco.com and we'll do what we can to get a pair to you.

We're a small, family business, so international shipping may not be fully automated on the site yet. That doesn't mean it's not possible, it just means we'll work with you to get The Foundation to you!

What's your exchange and returns policy?

If your gloves arrive faulty, damaged, or the fit isn't quite right, get in touch within 30 days of purchase and we'll sort out an exchange or a full refund, excluding shipping costs.

We just ask that you return the gloves unworn and unmarked, and reach out to us first before sending anything back, so we can help you through the next steps. Email carolyn@baredirtco.com and we'll take it from there.

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  • 4 stars: 3 (9%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (3%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 1 (3%)
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kandy s.

Just received my gloves after consulting Carolyn about which size would best suit my in-between sizes, hands. Great news, Carolyn gives excellent sizing advice and I'm now using my new XS gloves that fit perfectly, are made of lovely soft leather and a joy to work in. If you're thinking about a purchasing a pair, give them a go, they're well worth it!

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Chris C.

Love the Care Kit. Good investment to protect the Gloves.

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Cchoi

My mum absolutely loves the feel of the beautiful, high-quality leather, and it makes gardening even more enjoyable!

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Russell

I love these gloves so much! They're a pleasure to work with, like you're wearing something fancy but practical in the garden. They are so nice and comfy, smell great (at least when new!) and almost seem too good to get dirty. It didn't take me long to put them to the test with weeding, pruning, bonsai repotting, and general work around the garden. I'm super happy with them, and they're worth 10x the holy, sweaty and unreliable ones I keep wearing through from the Big Green Shed!

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Sherry

Super comfy gloves. I’ve put this pair through the wringer on the farm pulling down barbed wire fences, splitting firewood and a few other farm jobs. I’ve had expensive name brand gloves that have split seams or gotten holes within the first day of fencing. Can’t wait for V2 of these!

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Megan W.

I love the softness of these gloves, the adjustable flap at wrist assists in a snug and supportive fit . I have been working these gloves daily since received back in March/ April and have been impressed with their robustness. Only issue I’ve found is the fingers are a little long , making fine work a challenge.( 4 stars as opposed to 5) But overall they have been excellent. Only now the seams in the right fingertips are ‘opening ‘ allowing dirt through to under my nails while weeding

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Vicky

Love the gloves. The sizing was slightly large but didn't worry about swapping it out. Have got used the sizing now.
Find them fabulous, very little thorns have penetrable. Water proof and seem to be very durable and long lasting.
The only issue now is the Velcro on the right glove has lifted from the attachment point. Very disappointing.
Still love the gloves.

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Chris C.

I love the concept of the gloves, and so far for me they are working out great. I enjoy the snug, soft but strong fit. I'm just a backyard gardener who has worn out many glove fingertips scratching around pulling weeds. So far my gloves are holding strong after many hours of weeding, digging, planting and hauling hardwood sleepers around the yard. I'm a fan, and can't wait to recommend them to friends when they become more widely available. Happy gardening!

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Sharryn

These gloves are super comfortable and soft and the adjustable wrist band is great at keeping out any dirt. I have been using them for a few months now doing general gardening at home, pruning, weeding, digging and. Mulching and the million other things you do in a large garden and except for a bit of scuffing of the leather they are still as good as the day I received them. I have also treated them each month with leather conditioner and I do wipe them down after use. If they wear out I would be only too happy to try the next generation of gloves. Thanks Carolyn for taking the initiative to develop these gloves for us hardworking home gardeners.

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Lisa

My gloves have been used at home in a mid-sized garden and in a large community garden plot. They have chased couch runners, planted larger seedlings, dragged and spread lucerne, collected leaves, pruned weeded etc. The only time I take them off is to plant tiny vegetable seedlings which need a little more dexterity. Based on the original sizing advice I bought a large pair as I have long fingers. The thumb is probably a bit too long, but the other fingers are a great fit. I was a bit lazy at first about cleaning and using a leather conditioner but as I realized they were not falling apart I started to take better care of them! They have melded to my hand shape and I am very happy with them.

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Holly

As a seedling grower and garden lover, I’m loving my The Foundation gloves. They are snug as could be, and especially good for the hard work jobs - pulling weeds in Jindabyne, digging gravel, redesigning garden beds. They have worn a little, with some of the stitching around the fingers coming loose, but it hasn’t affected the usability of them at all. Definitely recommend!

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Jacquie W.

Gloves arrived quickly and look great. They are for a christmas gift and I know the receiver will love the feel.

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Anonymous

Great gloves comfy and durable .. no holes so far

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Anonymous

These gloves look fantastic but I had to use them for a few weeks to give an honest review. Pruning roses and other prickly plants is a dream. I can pick up clippings with no fear of stray thorns piercing the gloves.
Also got them really filthy planting one day and although they were initially stiff with dirt this quickly brushed off leaving them soft and supple
Highly recommend.

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Kezza H.

Very nice gloves. Soft and comfortable. Used them to pull down an old rusty barbed wire fence and didn't get pricked once. Very impressed.

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Kim H.

My V2 M gloves are fabulous…slightly more roomy but just as comfortable & practical to garden in 🥀

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Tamasin T.

These are certainly the most comfortable and best fitting garden gloves that I've ever had.

This is the best 1-star review we've ever had, Tamasin! Heheh. Jokes aside, I'm really happy to hear you love your gloves!

Carolyn

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Sandra D.

Loving my V2 gardening gloves, they are very comfortable, soft and a great fit, my hands best friends.

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Anonymous

These gloves are so comfortable, great quality fast delivery and good communication.
Im sure they will outlast me . 😊

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Kerry M.

Carolyn@baredirtco I love my gloves, care kit & the fantastic service!! Ive bought another pair for a friend!! She loved her surprise & fit like a glove :) Love your work💚🙏🏼🪡🍁🪾🌿

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Aimee

So far loving them. Have been getting heavy use and have already protected the back of my hand from colliding with a start picket. I was between sizing for both measurements and sized down and glad for it! Highly recommend

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Sidonie C.

So far so good. I've put them to the test and worked pretty hard. They seem to be standing up really well in all conditions, from being damp to doing planting, unloading plant stock, and stock work with animals. Comfortable and durable, they look like they're going to be my all-time favourite glove

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Trey G.

amazing like a second protective skin.... fits like a glove

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Emma T.

Comfortable good quality. Unfortunately got a hole in the index finger using them for a few hours every couple of days for 2 weeks.

Hi Emma, thanks so much for sharing your feedback. While we're happy to hear that you find your gloves comfortable and of good quality, the hole in the index finger after 2 weeks of use not what we build for. I'll contact you directly to fix this.

Carolyn
Founder, Bare Dirt Co.

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Denise

Hi folks, the gloves are great, comfortable, non sweaty and don’t let in the prickles.
The Velcro is a bit touch and go as it wants to grab my clothing. Perhaps not so much of it. Denise