HATAKEYAMA Pro 13 inch First Base Mitt - Camel/Skyblue

Product Specifications

• Brand: HATAKEYAMA

• Series: Pro Series F1 Pattern

• Position: First Base Mitt - Engineered for players seeking ultimate feel, agile handling, and expansive receiving coverage.

• Size: Standard First Base Size

• Color: Camel / SkyBlue

• Leather Type: Strictly Selected Premium North American Hide

• Target Player: Competitive players demanding a lightweight, agile feel combined with maximum pocket enclosure.

Brand Heritage: The Hatakeyama Legacy

Established in 1985, HATAKEYAMA is a legendary Japanese brand synonymous with elite professional performance.

Its reputation is built on a tanner-first approach to leather selection and sophisticated production methods that have earned the unwavering trust of professional athletes worldwide.

According to official statistics, more than half of the catchers in Japanese Professional Baseball (NPB) choose HATAKEYAMA as their primary gear.

This uncompromising commitment to ultimate receiving security and shape retention is deeply embedded across all its glove series, cementing its status as the undisputed "King of Professional Gear."

First Base Supremacy: Tailored for Range and Impact Absorption

Introducing the all-new F1 Pattern First Base Mitt. Featuring a clean, refreshing contrast of camel and sky blue, this mitt perfectly fuses Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary athletic design, projecting ultimate defensive composure and tactical presence on the diamond.

• Deep Pocket Ball-Retention Pattern: The F1 pattern is meticulously sculpted specifically for the rigorous demands of first base defense, delivering an elite pocket lock. It creates an exceptional funneling effect that secures off-target throws or high-velocity infield relays. This ensures that even during stretched or wide-angled plays, the ball stays fully contained and securely anchored inside the pocket.

• Lightweight Structural Reinforcement: Precision-engineered to a golden standard of 610 grams, this mitt shatters the heavy and rigid stereotypes of traditional first base gear. The lightweight architecture significantly alleviates wrist fatigue, allowing for lightning-fast glove-to-hand adjustments and effortless handling when picking low-angle "dirt balls" out of the dirt.

Premium Leather & Engineering

Selected North American Hide

HATAKEYAMA utilizes only top-tier, high-density North American Hide, selected for its exceptional tensile strength and crisp, echoing pop on impact.

The leather retains its premium natural grain while providing heavy-duty structural integrity. Favored by professional infielders for its secure enclosure, this leather builds absolute confidence when securing critical putouts.

Professional "Firm yet Elastic" Feel

• 100% Customized Fit: Staying true to HATAKEYAMA's legendary baseline, this glove arrives with a signature firm yet elastic feel. It rejects the loose, floppy nature of mass-produced gear, serving instead as a premium canvas for serious ballplayers who take pride in molding their equipment to their exact defensive style.

• The 2-Week Evolution: Through professional mallet work and consistent receiving, the glove leather will conform to your hand shape in about two weeks. Once fully broken in, the glove becomes a seamless extension of the arm.

Care & Maintenance

First base mitts endure a constant barrage of heavy impact throughout every inning. To preserve the dense fiber structure and elastic recoil of this North American Hide, regular maintenance with professional-grade conditioners is highly recommended.

Proper cleaning prevents sweat-induced deterioration, and each mitt comes complete with a premium factory glove bag to safeguard your defensive shield season after season.