Glove Review: Wilson A2K Brandon Phillips DATDUDE

Each year, the Wilson Advisory Staff comes together to bounce ideas and designs off of each other to create one of the most sought after gloves in Major League Baseball - the Wilson A2K.

Brandon Phillips, a true professional who's been playing at the highest level since 2002, has been a part of team Wilson for many years, and his gamer, the A2K DATDUDE glove, is undeniably one of the most beautiful glove models in baseball. JustBallGloves.com receives many inquiries about this model so we've broken it down in this detailed glove review. With proven performance at the highest level, Brandon Phillips' A2K baseball glove has helped him earn four Gold Glove awards and three All-Star selections. For the sake of this review, we're going to outline the 2018 model that combines colorful cosmetics with three times the amount of master craftsman shaping during the manufacturing process. Before we get started, read the glove review below and see what others have to say about this one-of-a-kind design:

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The blanket around your hand is Pro Stock Select leather that is sourced from only the top five percent of Wilson's premium steer hides. Not only is it insanely comfortable, but it guarantees maximum pocket stability, a luxurious lining, and that the vibrant colors don't fade.  Other key features of the 2018 Wilson A2K DATDUDE include:

• Conventional open back
• Double palm design helps create a perfect pocket 
• Dri-lex wrist lining keeps your hand sweat-free
• Rolled dual welting ensures long-lasting structure for multiple seasons 
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For a better overall view of this A2K's glove features, watch this video. 

*Please note that professionals often customize their game day gloves beyond the standard model. Don't be surprised if you see slight differences between this glove and the one that you see on Brandon Phillips' hand on national television. 

What do you think of the Wilson A2K DATDUDE? Have you had the chance to use Brandon Phillips' gamer? If you have, please leave a comment below telling us what you like or don't like about it. Or, if you have any specific baseball glove questions, our Glove Experts are available via telephone at 866-321-4568, email at experts@justballgloves.com, or you can click here to live chat. Don't forget, with our customer service, we'll be here for you from click to catch!