The Marucci Oxbow Series 78R3 Glove is a 12.75-inch outfield baseball mitt designed for adult and advanced teen players who need extended reach and deep pocket control to track and secure fly balls and line drives in competitive play. Crafted from high-quality leather, this single glove forms a structured, dependable pocket over time while maintaining the durability required for high-volume seasonal use. Its H-Web configuration creates a flexible catching surface that supports secure ball retention and allows visibility through the webbing during tracking, helping outfielders judge trajectory and position themselves effectively. The Black exterior accented with Mint and Pink detailing offers a distinctive visual identity that stands out on the field. Designed for use in advanced youth leagues, high school competition, college play, and adult recreational leagues, this glove provides the reliable performance and consistent pocket depth that serious outfielders require to command the grass and cut off extra-base hits with confidence.
Features:
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Full-grain leather shell provides a dense, structured surface that maintains shape through repeated high-velocity catches and daily practice.
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H-Web design creates a flexible pocket with visible sightlines that help outfielders track fly balls through the webbing during approach.
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Deep pocket geometry secures baseballs on contact to prevent pop-outs during diving attempts and over-the-shoulder catches.
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12.75-inch extended pattern offers maximum reach for covering gaps and tracking deep fly balls near the warning track.
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Reinforced leather lacing at stress points resists stretching and maintains web tension through seasons of competitive use.
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Smooth interior palm liner minimizes friction against the skin and absorbs impact energy during extended innings in the field.
Common Q&A’s:
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What is the recommended break-in process for this leather outfield glove?
Work the leather by playing catch daily, focusing on catching balls in the web and pocket area. Apply a thin layer of leather conditioner sparingly to maintain the leather's natural structure without oversaturating the material. -
How should this glove be stored during the off-season to preserve its condition?
Insert a baseball into the pocket and store the glove in a climate-controlled environment away from direct heat, sunlight, and moisture to prevent the leather from drying or cracking. -
What makes a 12.75-inch pattern better suited for outfield play than smaller sizes?
The additional length creates a larger catching surface and deeper pocket, giving outfielders the extra reach needed to secure balls hit to the gaps and warning track without requiring a full-extension dive.
- Activity:
- Baseball
- Lifestyle Fit:
- Baseball Players
- Age Group:
- Adult
- Gender:
- Male
