New Other Akadema Design Series 34" Faspitch Softball Catcher's Mitt Black Gray Navy Aqua Marine ' ION V End Cap Thanks to its croc ' ION V End Cap Eliminates Vibration ' Paradox Composite Handle for a Stiffer Feel ' Really Cool Knob (RCK) ' Thickness Tuned X10 Alloy Barrel ' Two Piece Hybrid Design With Half + Half Technology Loose: Fuller cut for complete comfort located between the index finger and thumb the Praying Mantis offers shock absorbing protection for the hand against injury and sting when receiving the ball two additional "Finger Hammocks" allowing the fingers to be firmly positioned and more secure in the glove "Double sided Slim Padding" allowing for increased pocket size and easier ball retention "Double Flexhinge" which makes the glove snap closed on contact "Stress Wedge" technology