About this guide
A slow pitch first base mitt is built differently from a baseball first base mitt or a standard fielder’s glove — extended reach, a deep pocket to corral off-target throws, and typically 12.5″-14″ of size to cover more ground around the bag. Here are real slow pitch and adjacent fastpitch-crossover mitts worth comparing by size and price.
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The picks, in detail
Rawlings Player Preferred First Base Mitt, 12.5″
An accessible entry point into a real first base mitt shape, from the most recognized name in the sport.
- 12.5″ pattern
- Pre-oiled leather for faster break-in
- Deep pocket first base shape
- Lower price than Rawlings’ pro-tier gloves
- Easy break-in for a season-one mitt
- Not the durability of Rawlings’ premium leather lines
Mizuno Prospect Series First Base Mitt, 12.5″
A youth/junior-friendly first base mitt with Mizuno's reliable leather quality at a mid-range price.
- 12.5″ youth-oriented pattern
- Power Close technology for a secure pocket
- Mizuno leather construction
- Good fit for younger or smaller-handed players
- Reputable brand at a moderate price
- Sized for youth players, not a full adult-hand fit
Rawlings Pro Preferred First Base Mitt, 12.5″
Rawlings' top-tier Kip leather first base mitt — the premium option for a serious adult slow pitch first baseman.
- Kip leather shell
- 12.5″ pattern
- Pro-level construction
- Top-tier leather feel and durability
- Pro Preferred line is a step above Player Preferred in every way
- Significant price jump over entry-level mitts
Easton Professional Collection First Base Mitt
A premium Japanese steerhide fastpitch/slow pitch crossover mitt, built for players who want tour-level leather without going full custom.
- Japanese Reserve steerhide
- Extended pocket first base pattern
- Professional Collection construction
- High-end leather feel at a below-Pro-Preferred price
- Well regarded among competitive fastpitch/slow pitch players
- Still a premium price point, not a budget option
Easton Prime Slowpitch Softball Glove, 14″
Easton's dedicated slow pitch-specific line, in a larger 14" size built for the bigger slow pitch ball and higher-arc throws.
- 14″ slow pitch-specific pattern
- Slow pitch-tuned pocket depth
- Available left- and right-hand throw
- Purpose-built for slow pitch (not a repurposed fastpitch/baseball pattern)
- Larger size matched to the bigger slow pitch ball
- 14″ size is specifically for slow pitch — don’t buy this for fastpitch or baseball
Wilson A2000 First Base Mitt (Baseball/Softball Crossover)
Wilson's flagship A2000 line in a first base pattern — a pro-level mitt many adult slow pitch players cross over from baseball/fastpitch use.
- Pro Stock leather
- First base-specific pocket
- Wilson’s signature A2000 construction
- Excellent leather quality and shape retention over years of use
- Trusted at every competitive level
- Premium price similar to Rawlings Pro Preferred
Rawlings Heart of the Hide First Base Mitt, 13″
A 13" Heart of the Hide first base mitt — Rawlings' most iconic leather line, sized up from the 12.5" pattern for extra reach.
- Heart of the Hide steerhide
- 13″ pattern for extra reach
- Deep, well-established pocket shape
- One of the most trusted glove lines in the sport
- 13″ size gives real extra coverage around first base
- Premium price bracket
Miken Pro Series Slow Pitch First Base Mitt
A slow pitch-focused line from Miken, a brand best known for slow pitch bats — built specifically around the sport rather than adapted from baseball.
- Slow pitch-specific pattern and webbing
- Pro Series leather
- Extended pocket for scooping low throws
- Purpose-built for slow pitch play from a slow pitch-focused brand
- Good pocket depth for corralling wide throws
- Less widely stocked than Rawlings/Wilson/Easton at some retailers
Worth Extreme (XT) Series First Base Glove, 13″
A slow pitch-focused brand (best known for slow pitch bats) making a dedicated 13" first base pattern at a more accessible price than the premium leather lines here.
- 13″ slow pitch-oriented pattern
- Extreme (XT) Series construction
- Extended pocket design
- Purpose-built slow pitch sizing and pocket depth
- More affordable than Rawlings/Wilson premium lines
- Less widely stocked than the major glove-first brands
Marucci Oxbow First Base Mitt, 12.75″
A mid-tier leather mitt from Marucci, a brand that's built a strong reputation in bats and is expanding into a full glove lineup.
- 12.75″ pattern
- Oxbow series leather construction
- First base-specific web and pocket
- Good leather quality at a below-premium price
- Newer, actively developed glove line
- Shorter track record in gloves specifically than Rawlings/Wilson
Franklin CTZ5000 First Base Mitt, 12.75″
A widely available, budget-to-mid-range first base mitt from Franklin — a practical pick for outfitting a rec-league or school team on a budget.
- 12.75″ pattern
- CTZ5000 series construction
- Widely stocked at mainstream sporting goods retailers
- Easy to find in stores, not just specialty glove shops
- Good value for a team-budget purchase
- Leather quality is a step below the premium Rawlings/Wilson/Marucci lines
What each one costs
Typical price, cheapest first. Tap a name to jump to that pick and its buy link.
Compare any three
| Rawlings Player Preferred First Base Mitt, 12.5" | Mizuno Prospect Series First Base Mitt, 12.5" | Rawlings Pro Preferred First Base Mitt, 12.5" | |
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| Price | $70-$85 | $50-$90 | $300-$380 |
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Buying tips
- Slow pitch first base mitts run 12.5″-14″ — bigger than a typical infield glove, to give more margin for off-target throws.
- A dedicated slow pitch mitt (like the Easton Prime Slowpitch, Miken Pro Series, or Worth Extreme XT) has a deeper pocket tuned for the larger 12″ slow pitch ball; a straight fastpitch/baseball first base mitt will feel shallow by comparison.
- Premium Kip/steerhide leather (Rawlings Pro Preferred, Wilson A2000) needs a real break-in period — budget in a few weeks of use or a glove mallet before a big game.
- If you’re outfitting a rec-league team on a budget, the Rawlings Player Preferred, Mizuno Prospect, or Franklin CTZ5000 give a real first base shape without the pro-tier price.
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