{"product_id":"hatakeyama-pro-33-inch-viper-flash-catcher-mitt-black-gold","title":"HATAKEYAMA Pro 33 inch Viper Flash Catcher Mitt - Black\/Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: HATAKEYAMA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries: PRO Series - Viper Flash Molding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct ID: HA-M6 Onyx Black \/ Metallic Gold (Shallow \/ Quick-Release Pattern)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 33.5 inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Type: Elite North American Steerhide (Top 5% Grade)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTarget Player: Competitive \u0026amp; Elite Catchers targeting ultra-fast Pop Time and lightning-quick throw-outs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisual Palette: Onyx Black Body \/ Metallic Gold Binding \u0026amp; Accents \/ Black Lacing \/ Royal Blue Logo Accent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Heritage: The Hatakeyama Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1985, HATAKEYAMA has defined the peak of professional catcher gear. Known globally as the \"King of Mitts,\" our equipment is the first choice for over 50% of NPB professional bullpen catchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing Hatakeyama means trusting the same Japanese craftsmanship and durability that elite athletes rely on for their daily professional performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViper Tech: Ultra-Flat Profile \u0026amp; Lightning-Fast Pop Time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Viper Molding series in Black and Gold is engineered specifically for elite catchers who prioritize explosive transfer speed and defensive aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltra-Flat Shallow Pocket Architecture: Designed with an intentionally flat, ultra-shallow pocket profile, this mitt minimizes ball pocketing depth to allow immediate ball-to-hand indexing. By eliminating ball sink, it dramatically slashes your Pop Time, giving you the split-second advantage required to pick off runners and neutralize steal attempts at second base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybrid Viper Engineering: Merges Hatakeyama’s legendary structural stability with a modern open-back system. It delivers a firm, responsive catch while maintaining the agility needed for rapid-fire defensive movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro-Sync Target Design: The brilliant Metallic Gold binding creates a high-definition frame around the Black receiving zone, helping pitchers zero in on the strike zone while sharpening battery communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Grade Leather: Selected U.S. Steerhide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Precision Selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Selected U.S. Steerhide, this mitt utilizes high-density American steerhide. Favored by pro players for its superior fiber density, this material ensures the mitt retains its professional shape through rigorous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Performance \u0026amp; Build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReinforced Defensive Build: Our leather selection process ensures the mitt is thick enough to handle high-intensity professional play without collapsing, maintaining its integrity season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElite Grain Finish: Featuring sophisticated and smooth leather striations, this steerhide provides an exceptional tactile grip and the unmistakable Hatakeyama \"pop\" that echoes with every strike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViper Articulation: The strategic openings in the Viper Pattern allow for enhanced finger flexibility, enabling split-second transfers and precise framing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HATAKEYAMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51613550543077,"sku":null,"price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/9652\/5541\/files\/HATAKEYAMA-Pro-33-inch-Viper-Catcher-Mitt-Black-Gold-1.jpg?v=1785767581","url":"https:\/\/www.taiwanbaseball.com.tw\/products\/hatakeyama-pro-33-inch-viper-flash-catcher-mitt-black-gold","provider":"Taiwan Baseball","version":"1.0","type":"link"}