How to Fix a Baseball Glove

There are basically two ways that a glove will break down--either the strings snap or the actual leather gets torn. Usually, you can fix this damage yourself rather than having to purchase a new glove.

Things You'll Need

• Rubber cement
• Leather lacing

Instructions

1. Repair any tears in the leather by sealing them with the cement. Take some cement, and apply it over the top of the tear. Make sure you push the cement inside as well, which will bind it to the inner material and give you a much better seal.

2. Let the cement dry for 48 hours. Because it is a rubber based compound, the cement will bend and flex just like the original leather. It will give a good account of itself, and if at the end of the season it is a bit worn, just re-cement the area, and you'll be good to go for the next year.

3. Fix the lacing. If your leather lacing has broken and begun to unravel, it will need to be replaced. Stop by any craft store and find an approximate thickness of leather lacing. Because the holes are so thick for glove lacing, you can literally tie off one end to a broken part, push the new lacing through with your fingers and then tie it off to the other end. When tying off, make the knots as unobtrusive as possible and attempt to hide them on the sides or in the webbing.

Tips & Warnings

• You can repair a baseball glove for many seasons in this way. However, preventative maintenance, such as oiling your glove, will also help keep it in top condition.

• Use the cement in a well-ventilated area.