US Paratrooper Leather Gloves

US paratrooper leather gloves, often called “jump gloves,” have a history rooted in the M-1939 Riding Gloves, originally designed for cavalry troops. Adopted by airborne units during World War II, these horsehide gloves provided essential protection for the hands from parachute risers, injuries, and the cold. Their design featured a sturdy yet supple horsehide construction and an adjustable wrist strap, making them a popular and durable choice for paratroopers in divisions like the 82nd and 101st, and also for US Rangers.