I bought these last fall but didn't review until Spring when serious weed pulling season starts. These are thin but sturdy. The thinness makes them agile enough to pull the smallest of weeds. I spent a couple house today pulling clumps of grass and assorted weeds out of a flower bed covered with large river rock. They didn't tear or fray after "clawing" away stones to get to the base of weeds. They were comfortable and really protected my skin and knuckles while weeding in the rocks. I'm happy with my purchase and actually surprised at the quality of materials given the reasonable price.