Nokona Baseball Glove Tour Reveals How They're Custom Made

Nokona gloves are more than just baseball mitts, they're American history. For generations, American softball and baseball players have slipped Nokonas over their hands and headed out to the field. From the heart of Nocona, Texas, these baseball gloves and fastpitch softball gloves have become an integral part of Nocona's community, even going so far as to host a huge baseball tournament each spring to celebrate youth baseball. So what makes a Nokona glove better than a Wilson or Rawlings? Well, Nokona ball gloves are the only gloves made in America today. Whether you're slipping those gloves on your right hand or left hand, the amazing craftsmanship of American workers is evident in every single stitch. From youth slowpitch to the major league, Nokona gloves have graced the hands of pro athletes like Nolan Ryan and, if we're being honest, your grandpa probably had a Nokona baseball glove, too.So few items are made in the USA today, but Nokona is more than a baseball brand with awesome catcher's mitts, first base gloves, and outfield and infielder mitts, it's a lifestyle. By focusing on creating a sustainable future, Nokona plans to be making ball gloves in the United States for decades to come. Once you see how these leather goods become youth baseball gloves in the video above, you'll agree that in Nocona, Texas, Nokona gloves are made with care. Whether you've got a buckaroo aiming to become the next big MLB star or you're looking to get back on the ball field yourself, there really is nothing like a glove straight from the heart of Texas. For more, check out: fanbuzz.com