The sleeves are durable and have lasted over a year. There is some pilling but this does not affect the sleeve's function.

Most of us have several acres, own chain saws, and do most of the planting and pruning ourselves. Ordered to protect husbands arms from a very playful puppy.

The only downside, which is minor, is that i live in hawaii. These are also a great protectant from thorns, but a little more difficult to get on than the elbow length gloves i bought.

I have fragile skin from steroids and anything like a rose bushes, my dogs feet create a cut a bruising. My husband has very thin skin and he had a shoulder surgery postponed 6 wks due to a skin tear. Prevent all the rips and tears on your skin. This ...  Read More

The sleeve withstands the roaring flame of a bic lighter for a mere 7 to 10 seconds before the material catches on fire. These are just overpriced yellow dyed cotton. I wonder if other buyers got lucky and received authentic dupont kevlar?