Product Specifications

• Brand: HATAKEYAMA

• Series: Classic Series

• Position: Infielder (Specifically optimized for 2B and SS)

• Size: 11.5 inch

• Color: Black Body / Beige Lacing & Details

• Leather Type: Premium Selected U.S. Steerhide

• Target Player: Competitive players seeking sophisticated tactile feedback and elite control.

Brand Heritage: The Hatakeyama Standard

Since its founding in 1985 in Japan, HATAKEYAMA has remained the gold standard for high-performance baseball equipment.

By maintaining a relentless focus on leather quality and master craftsmanship, the brand has earned the unwavering trust of professional athletes worldwide.

Official data shows that over half of the catchers in Japanese Professional Baseball (NPB) choose HATAKEYAMA as their primary gear.

This same uncompromising commitment to excellence is deeply embedded in this infielder series, making it the definitive "King of Professional Gear" for players who refuse to settle.

Classic Design: Enhancing Defensive Sensory Perception

This 11.5-inch model features a sophisticated Black and Beige palette, engineered to deliver the high-speed transition efficiency required for middle-infield defense.

• Master-Crafted Tactical Pattern: Developed through years of collaboration between master craftsmen and pro players, this pattern offers a perfectly balanced pocket depth. The reinforced thumb and pinky stays are strategically designed to prevent structural deformation over time, ensuring the glove retains its "firmness" even under heavy use.

• Elite Defensive Fluidity: The 11.5-inch frame provides exceptional maneuverability and immediate sensory feedback. Its compact design allows players to feel the ball's impact instantly, significantly reducing the time between the catch and the throw.

Premium Leather & Engineering

Selected Premium U.S. Steerhide

This series utilizes high-grade U.S. Steerhide, processed by professional tanneries to achieve a subtle natural sheen and a refined grain.

Known for its thick, rugged, and high-density texture, this leather provides superior impact protection and a sense of "mental security" that is a favorite among professional infielders.

Professional "Firm yet Elastic" Feel

• 100% Customized Fit: Maintaining HATAKEYAMA's signature firm yet elastic feel, this glove is not a "ready-to-use" mass-market product. It is built for serious players who take pride in the break-in process to create a custom fit that perfectly mirrors their hand's anatomy.

• The 2-Week Evolution: Through initial mallet work and consistent training, the leather gradually develops a structural memory. In approximately two weeks, the glove becomes a seamless extension of your hand, allowing you to reach a level of mastery where every play is executed with intuitive, pinpoint precision.

Care & Maintenance

To ensure your premium U.S. Steerhide retains its resilience and high fiber density, we recommend using our professional-grade leather maintenance kits.

Proper care prevents the leather from becoming brittle due to sweat or drying, ensuring your gear delivers peak performance season after season.