Glove Break-In - Catcher's Mitt
Model #: LBD-GLOVE-CATCH
Customize Your Break-In
Tell us how to shape your catcher's mitt - specs go straight to the technician.
A catcher's mitt out of the box is a board. A properly broken-in catcher's mitt is a target - soft enough to catch cleanly, firm enough to frame every pitch. We build you that mitt using conditioning oil, mechanical press, and mallet work - never steam.
Steam forces open leather fibers with heat and moisture. On a catcher's mitt, this accelerates breakdown of the thick palm padding and can cause it to droop and shift toward the fingers - ruining the catching platform. We use professional conditioning and mechanical press shaping to build a lasting, durable pocket.
Our Break-In Process
- Intake Inspection - We inspect your mitt for any pre-existing wear or damage and note your order preferences
- Deep Conditioning - Professional leather conditioning oil worked into all surfaces, laces, the pocket, and hinges by hand
- Mechanical Press Shaping - Controlled press to form the round catching pocket and break the mitt hinge
- Mallet Work - Targeted mallet work to deepen the catch pocket and form the circular shape specific to catcher's mitts
- Hand Shaping - Final forming to your specified closing style (standard round catch, hinged two-piece, or rolled edge)
- Seal & Protect - Final conditioning pass to seal and preserve the leather
What to Include in Your Order Notes
When you check out, leave a note with your preferences so we can shape your mitt exactly right:
- Throwing Hand - Right-Hand Thrower (RHT) or Left-Hand Thrower (LHT)
- Pocket Style - Shallow/Circular (standard framing pocket) or Deep/Hinged (power hinge style)
- Closure Feel - Firm (more resistance, tight closure) or Soft (easier close, faster snap)
- Any Special Requests - league level, preferred feel, or any quirks about your mitt
Turnaround
Standard: 3-5 business days from receipt | Rush: 1–2 business days (+$20)
How to Order
- Select Standard or Rush and add to cart
- Include your mitt preferences in the order notes at checkout
- Ship your mitt to our Prosper, TX location (address in your order confirmation email)
- We process and ship back within your chosen turnaround window
Compatible with all leather catcher's mitts - any brand, youth through pro model.
- Sending in your own gear: 3–5 business days from arrival at our shop. Rush (+$20) = 1–2 business days.
- Buying gear from our catalog + adding this service: 7–10 business days total (supplier ships to us → service → ships to you). Rush (+$20) = 5–7 business days total via expedited shipping on both legs.