The FootJoy StaSof was the other glove I’d reach for when competing as a professional, alongside the Titleist Players Flex. Two gloves, countless rounds. Pulling it back on for this test had exactly the same effect — it makes you want to go and play. Fifth overall in our 17-glove test. Full rankings in our best golf gloves guide.
Fit and Feel
A practical note worth flagging first: the retailer sent a right-handed version instead of a left, so full on-course testing is pending while a replacement arrives. First impressions from handling it are more than enough to go on.
The leather is extraordinarily thin — you notice it before the glove is even on your hand, and it immediately signals quality. Less overtly retro than the Players Flex, more quietly classical. The badge sits neatly without drawing attention to itself. It’s a refined glove that doesn’t need to shout. Fit runs slightly broader through the fingers than some of the other thin leather gloves here — that may be this individual sample rather than a consistent range trait, but worth knowing if you’re deciding between this and the Players Flex.
Grip
Everything you’d expect from premium cabretta FootJoy — right up there with the best in this test. The Lycra panel across the knuckles helps it conform naturally to your hand, and the elastication at the wrist is well-judged. Air holes on the finger panels add a measure of breathability that helps it wear well in warmer conditions despite being predominantly leather.
Durability and Value
Like all ultra-thin cabretta gloves, it will degrade faster under heavy practice — particularly in sweaty conditions. This is worth taking seriously: if you love a glove like this, buy a cheaper all-weather or synthetic for the range and save the StaSof for actual rounds. It’ll last significantly longer and you’ll appreciate it far more when it counts.
Golf Insider Verdict
Best for: golfers who want tour-level cabretta feel with a slightly broader, more forgiving finger fit than the Players Flex. The understated aesthetic will suit those who find the Titleist a touch flashy. Worth considering if you want the closest thing to a Players Flex that suits a wider range of hand shapes.
Avoid if you sweat heavily or do a lot of practice — the ultra-thin leather will suffer. Look at the FootJoy RainGrip if wet conditions are a regular problem, or the Callaway Weather Spann if you want a synthetic that still feels genuinely good.
What we liked
- ✓Extraordinarily thin leather — premium feel right out of the box
- ✓Superb grip, top of the pile in this test
- ✓Slightly broader finger fit suits more hand shapes than the Players Flex
- ✓Quietly refined aesthetic — understated and confident
Worth knowing
- ✗Ultra-thin leather will degrade faster under heavy practice use
- ✗Lower value score — you’re paying for tour-level construction
- ✗Right-hand version sent in error — full on-course testing still pending
This was the other glove I’d reach for when competing alongside the Players Flex — and pulling it back on had exactly the same effect. The leather is extraordinarily thin, the feel is right at the top of this test, and it makes you want to go and play. The slightly broader finger fit makes it the more accessible of the two tour favourites here.
Best for: golfers who want tour-level feel with a slightly broader, more forgiving finger fit than the Titleist Players Flex.
Check price ↗Alternatives
Titleist Players Flex — snugger, slimmer fit, marginally better feel score. The natural head-to-head at this level — try both if you can.
Srixon Cabretta Premium — our top-ranked glove overall, better durability data, slightly slimmer fit. Exceptional value against the top FootJoy options.
Wilson Staff Model — comparable feel and grip at a lower price point. The best-looking glove in the test if aesthetics matter to you.
For the full ranked comparison, see our best golf gloves guide.