Break In

At Viking Glove Co., we don’t believe in stiff gloves sitting on the shelf for months. Every glove should feel like an extension of your hand the moment you step onto the field.

Our professional break-in service is designed for serious ballplayers who want game-ready performance without sacrificing the structure, pocket integrity, or long-term life of the glove. Using proven shaping techniques, conditioning, pocket formation, mallet work, lace adjustments, and hand-forming methods, we build each glove to match the player’s position and style of play.

Whether you need a shallow infield pocket, a secure catcher’s channel, or a deep outfield trap, every break-in is customized for maximum control, comfort, and performance.

What’s Included

• Full glove shaping and pocket formation
• Position-specific break-in customization
• Palm, hinge, and finger work for quicker closure
• Lace tightening and adjustment if needed
• Leather conditioning treatment
• Game-ready feel while maintaining glove structure

We don’t steam-cook gloves or destroy the leather with shortcuts. Our process is built to preserve the glove’s integrity while accelerating the natural feel elite players demand.