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#7 in Baseball Gloves

Rawlings R9 11.5"

Name: Rawlings R9 11.5"
Brand: Rawlings
Rating: 8.1 (1 reviews)

Rawlings

$69.00 – $119.00

Soft, durable all-leather shell with 80% factory break-in, padded fingerback liners, and a pro I-web at a beginner-friendly price. It is the most recommended first adult glove for rec leagues and slow-pitch crossover.

8.1

Good

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

8.0

User Sentiment

8.1

Value Score

9.2

Complaint Risk

8.7

Freshness

8.3

Community

8.0

Availability

9.5

Pros

Very affordable all-leather build
Almost no break-in required
Padded finger liners add comfort

Cons

Pocket gets floppy after a season of heavy use
Budget lacing stretches early

Don't buy this if…

Don't buy for competitive travel ball, where the softer shell won't hold up to daily reps.

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Rawlings R9 11.5"

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