Best Needle Puncture Protection The patented TurtleSkin fabric in the palm provides 11 times more protection than ordinary police gloves against 28 gauge hypodermic needles -- the type of needle used by most drug addicts. As thin as 3 sheets of paper, TurtleSkin needle resistant Search Gloves are more comfortable and puncture resistant than thick protective gloves. These gloves are made of machine washable leather shell with needle puncture and cut-resistant palm and fingertips. Extra protection where you need it most Highest needle and cut resistance Puncture and cut resistant palm CE Marked and NIJ 99-114 tested Puncture resistant to 502 grams of force Cut resistant to 3022 grams of force Provides a high level of dexterity Machine washable leather