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IronFist
07-25-2004, 01:11 PM
16oz?
David Jamieson
07-25-2004, 02:16 PM
8 oz sometimes 10
Vajramusti
07-25-2004, 03:24 PM
Depends on weight class and purpose- regular match or spar.
Heavier in sparring. Lighter in real fights. Sometimes for top quality matches- size and design(thumb) of gloves are negotiated and can also depend on sanctioning body rules.

Amateurs for fights- gloves are approved by AAU, Golden Gloves, PAL etc. For sparring upto each training gym..

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David Jamieson
07-25-2004, 03:45 PM
The wba rules are clear and the wbc rules virtually match and they state in section ten of the wba (world boxing association)


10.- GLOVES
10.1 The weight of the gloves to be used in world championship bouts shall be as
follows:

From Super Welterweight up to and including Heavyweight, ten (10) ounces gloves shall be used.

From Minimum up to and including Welterweight, eight (8) ounce gloves shall be used.

. When in the contract of boxers the gloves trademark is not established, the Local Commission shall decide the glove trademark to be used.

cheers