These Protective Tactical Gloves are Cotton Backed and Leather Palmed with Cushioning at the Heel of the palm and along the backs of Fingers. The Knuckles are protected by a layer of Fiber Board and Leather. The Index finger has leather front back top and bottom and a stitched seam to cut off the finger tipo if you prefer the tactile approach to your trigger finger. Thumb tips of both hand are leather as well so you can trim them back to expose the thumb for added dexterity and sensation. Extra layers of leather on the palm friction points and a Velcro wrist tab to ensure a secure grip.