A waterproof hybrid built for winter's wrath. Cowhide leather, waxed canvas, and western grit.

It’s been a long time coming. After years of testing, tweaking, and learning from over 170,000 pairs of gloves and mittens in the field, we’re back with something we’re damn proud of: the Expedition Split Mitten. A glove and mitten hybrid built from everything we've learned about keeping hands warm in the wild.

Some folks might call the split mitten a compromise, the “spork” of handwear. But the only half and half you’ll find here is in the coffee. Because when you’re hauling firewood, fixing a sled, or pulling skins in the backcountry, you need all the heat and all the control.

We took the dexterity of the 4-Season Glove, the warmth of the Frontier Mitten, and merged them into one downright capable piece of gear. A 3-fingered, lobster-clawed, winter-taming beast that gives you precision when you need it and warmth when you don’t want to lose it.

The best damn split mitten ever.

Born in the mountains of Jackson Hole, WY, this is your 3-fingered, lobster-clawed, glove/mitten hybrid built for the gnarliest, coldest, most give-it-your-all days of winter. Snowmobiling in a whiteout, breaking trail at -20°F, scraping ice off your windshield at sunrise — these mittens are built to perform.

Each pair's first hands are our hands: hand-waxed, hand-branded, and made from premium Grade A cowhide leather. We’ve paired it with long-proven waxed canvas, our highest-grade Thinsulate insulation, and a 100% waterproof membrane. Together, these materials take on snow, sleet, slush, and whatever else winter throws at you.

Clip a carabiner, zip your jacket, or tighten a ski strap without exposing your hands to the elements. Every move feels natural and intuitive, designed for those days when taking your gloves off simply isn’t an option.

Two legendary materials. One heck of a combo.

Each pair is crafted from Grade A cowhide leather and waxed canvas, chosen for their toughness, weather resistance, and timeless appeal. The leather handles the heavy lifting — gripping, dragging, hauling, and holding — outperforming synthetics with a superior grip even in wet conditions. The canvas protects your forearm and blocks out snow and debris, while the drawcord cuff locks in heat when you need it most.

With years of experience perfecting the thickness and quality of cowhide leather, every detail is carefully refined for lasting performance. The same attention went into selecting the ideal waxed canvas — not too heavy, not too light, and perfectly balanced for flexibility and strength. It’s the “just right” blend that pairs beautifully with premium leather.

Both materials break in naturally over time, shaping to your hands and reflecting your adventures. These aren’t meant to stay pristine in a display case — they’re built to work hard. Every scuff tells a story, every mark a memory earned through use.

These split mittens feature an advanced insulation system designed for extreme cold — the kind that stiffens shovels and freezes boot buckles. After years of testing and refining previous designs, the goal was to maintain exceptional heat retention while enhancing dexterity and airflow. Through extensive experimentation, the key was found in using the highest-grade Thinsulate insulation for lasting warmth and

An aluminized layer reflects your body heat back to your hands while blocking cold air, creating warmth that builds quickly and lasts for hours. The insulation system has been carefully tested and optimized for high thermal resistance with minimal bulk — achieving an ideal balance of warmth and flexibility. These mittens retain more heat while allowing your fingers to move freely and naturally.

It’s the kind of warmth that doesn’t just get you through winter. It makes you want to stay out longer.

You can’t Give’r if your hands are soaked.

Each pair is built with a fully waterproof membrane that keeps snow, sleet, and slush exactly where they belong — outside. Microscopic pores in the membrane allow sweat vapor to escape, keeping your hands dry from the inside out.

Sealed between layers, this barrier turns the mittens into a true waterproof fortress. No shortcuts, no stitch holes compromising protection — just thoughtful design and complete dedication to performance. So go ahead: dig, scrape, ski, or haul — not a single drop is getting through.

After more than a decade of designing gloves that prove their worth one storm at a time, these mittens embody everything learned from years of real-world testing. Every stitch, seam, and material has been refined through experience and attention to detail — because when it comes to performance, the small things make the biggest difference.

Every stitch, swatch, and seam is built for the long haul. Materials and hardware are handpicked to withstand real-world abuse — then tested until they prove their strength. Each pair is stress-tested, exposed to the elements, and refined through countless rounds of tweaking and retesting. It’s a process that takes time, but the results speak for themselves: gear that’s truly built to last.

The Tough Stuff:

• Steel D-rings at the wrist leash and Velcro strap ends, engineered to stay strong in any temperature.

• Low-profile, heavy-duty buckle at the wrist strap hinge — no cutting corners here.

• Split leather nose wipes on both thumbs, because sometimes the cold gets real — and synthetics just can’t keep up.

• Reinforced cuff cinch with an oversized leather pull tab, easy to grab, quick to adjust, and anchored with durable webbing built for everyday use.

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• Reinforced palms are built to handle ski edges, shovels, poles, and sled grips — keeping you focused on the task, not worried about wear or tearing. The placement and spacing of reinforcements are carefully engineered to protect the most vulnerable areas:

  • The handlebar grip zone across the base of the fingers

  • The thumb contact point, extending above the knuckle

  • The high-stress zone between the thumb and index finger — critical for boarders, riders, and metalworkers alike

  Those angular cutouts in the reinforced palm aren’t just for looks — they follow the natural creases of your hand, maximizing dexterity, comfort, and grip exactly where you need it.

  These mittens are built for the moments when adventure turns into expedition — for the kind of days most people would rather skip. This isn’t about lab testing; it’s about life testing — out on sled tracks, chairlifts, and snow-covered driveways. They stand as proof that the best gear doesn’t sit in your closet; it earns its story in the field, getting tougher, better, and more reliable with every storm.

  This isn’t mass-production speed — it’s a hands-on, detail-driven process that values craftsmanship over shortcuts. When your mittens arrive, you’re holding more than just hand warmers — you’re holding gear that’s been carefully handled, heat-treated, and waxed with precision and care.

  Personalized Engraving (Optional Add-On)
  Make it uniquely yours with custom engraving — add up to three characters (letters or numbers) for a personal touch that tells your story. Each mark is applied by hand, giving your mittens a one-of-a-kind identity — initials, lucky numbers, or a subtle reminder of your favorite winter adventure.

  Note: After purchase, a confirmation will be sent to collect your personalization details.

  Tested and proven across the globe, these mittens have been developed over years of real-world use — refined through long winters, deep snow, and freezing mornings. Every element has been tested, tweaked, and perfected to perform in the harshest environments — even in the most extreme conditions on Earth.