MADE IN THE USA | Continuing the legacy of quality sporting goods since 1912
Refurbish, Restore, Repair
Need it fast? Reserve a guaranteed 1-2 week appointment with The Glove Doctor. A $100 deposit is required, which will be applied to the final cost of your restoration. Your quote will also include a $50 surcharge for expedited service. Embroidery services are only available with an appointment slot.
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Services
Receive Your Glove
Your beautifully repaired and restored glove will be returned to you, accompanied by a letter of authenticity.
Confirm & Start Repairs
Once received, we’ll confirm the work and return date with you before starting.
Ship Your Glove
Send your glove to us with the completed repair form.
Get a Quote
We’ll email you with recommended work, pricing, and instructions, including a repair form to send with your glove.
Select a Service
Choose a service above and submit the corresponding form.
Our Simple Process
John Golomb, The Glove Doctor, is the original master of glove restoration. With nearly 50 years of hands-on expertise and a family legacy in sporting goods craftsmanship spanning over a century, John brings unmatched skill and precision to every glove. This isn’t just repair work—it’s a highly specialized craft. From perfectly matching leather to restoring cherished vintage and game-ready gloves to their original condition, no one approaches the process with the same level of care, artistry, and attention to detail. Every glove tells a story, and our work ensures those stories are preserved for years to come.
The laces are the backbone of your glove, holding it together and ensuring its structure and functionality. Over time, laces can break, stretch, or become brittle. Our re-lacing service replaces your worn laces with fresh, durable rawhide in your choice of color. This service not only restores strength and stability but also enhances the glove’s appearance.
Relacing
Cost Estimate: $37 per lace or $87 for a full glove
The leather lining is the interior layer of your glove that comes into contact with your hand. Over years of use, this lining can wear thin or develop holes, affecting comfort and control. Our leather lining replacement service removes the damaged interior and replaces it with soft, high-quality leather, carefully matched to the original color and design. The result is a glove that feels as comfortable and secure as when it was brand new.
Leather Lining Replacement
Cost Estimate: $150–$299
The palm of your glove absorbs the brunt of impact during play, which can lead to discomfort over time. Our shock pad installation involves adding a microSorb pad beneath the leather in the palm area, providing superior sting reduction and comfort. The pad is covered with soft, full-grain leather, seamlessly integrated into your glove.
Palm Shock Pad Installation
Cost Estimate: $99 installed alone; $45 when added with restoration work
Finger pads and hooks are vital for a secure grip and glove control. If they’ve worn down, your glove can feel loose or ineffective. This service replaces worn or broken pads and hooks with sturdy, high-quality materials, ensuring your glove feels tight, secure, and game-ready.
Finger Pads & Hooks Replacement
Cost Estimate: $65 each; $98 combined
Add a personal touch to your glove with our custom embroidery service. Whether it’s your name, number, or team details, this highly specialized service involves carefully dismantling your glove, embroidering the leather panel, and reassembling it with precision. Offered exclusively through our priority appointment service, this process combines craftsmanship and sentiment to make your glove truly one-of-a-kind.
Custom Embroidery
Cost Estimate: $160
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The pocket is the heart of your glove, where the ball consistently lands. Over time, this area can weaken or wear through. Our re-palm service replaces the leather in the pocket, using high-quality materials that match your glove’s original design and feel. The restored pocket will be strong, reliable, and ready to handle years of use.
Re-Palm Leather Pocket
Cost Estimate: $179
The binding is the edging around your glove, providing a clean, finished look while protecting the seams. Frayed or torn binding can compromise the glove’s structure. Our binding repair and replacement service restores this critical element, ensuring both durability and aesthetic appeal.
Binding Edge Replacement & Repair
Cost Estimate: $99
The loops and straps are what keep your glove snugly fitted to your hand, giving you control and precision. If these parts are worn or broken, they can make the glove feel unstable. Our replacement service uses durable materials to restore these key components, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit.
Thumb & Pinky Loops and Wrist Straps Replacement
Cost Estimate: $42 per loop or strap
Felt padding in the thumb, pinky, or fingers provides cushioning and support. Over time, this padding can break down, leaving your glove feeling stiff or uncomfortable. Our felt replacement service restores this cushioning, using high-quality materials to bring back the glove’s comfort and functionality.
Felt Padding Replacement and/or Stuffing
Cost Estimate: $45–$80
Plastic finger supports help maintain the shape and structure of the fingers in your glove. If these supports are bent, broken, or missing, they can make the glove feel floppy or ineffective. Our replacement service restores the integrity of your glove, ensuring it feels sturdy and game-ready.
Plastic Finger Support Replacement
Cost Estimate: Contact us for a quote
The webbing of your glove is crucial for catching and securing the ball. Whether it’s loose, frayed, or completely torn, our web restoration service ensures your glove’s webbing is repaired or replaced to match its original style and functionality.
Web Restoration & Replacement
Cost Estimate: Contact us for a quote
What We Fix
Explore detailed descriptions of the individual repairs we offer to restore your glove.
Quotes are customized based on your glove’s specific needs and the scope of work. Submit the inquiry form in the services listed above to receive an emailed quote. Once we receive your glove, we’ll conduct a thorough evaluation to recommend the necessary repair services.