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KastKing Sol Armis Sun Gloves UPF50+ Fishing Gloves UV Protection, Review

By Sam Pike · Fly fishing & gear reviewer · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-07-09

4.6 (5,683) Amazon rating$19.99500+ bought last month

Our verdict

The KastKing Sol Armis Sun Gloves cost $19.99 and carry a 4.6 star average across 5,683 reviews, the largest review count of any glove in this comparison. With 500 or more bought last month and a 10% spandex, 90% polyester blend built for UPF50+ sun coverage, this is the clearest high demand option among the gloves reviewed here.

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Best for

Anglers fishing long hours in direct sun who want UV coverage built into a glove rather than a bare hand wrap. The Large-X-Large fit and stretch spandex blend suit long days on open water.

Skip if

Skip these if sun protection is not a priority or if $19.99 feels steep next to the $7.99 Berkley BTLCFG, which carries a similar 4.6 star rating at a quarter of the price.

  • Material 10% Spandex 90% Polyester
  • Size Large-X-Large
  • Color B: Blackout Prym1
  • Pieces 1
  • Priced 33% above the category median ($14.99 across 33 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.6/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.6/5

    4.6 average across 5,683 owner ratings

  • Popularity4.8/5

    5,683 owner reviews, more than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

A day spent fishing under a high sun with no shade calls for gloves that block UV rays as well as protect the hands, and that is the case the KastKing Sol Armis Sun Gloves make at $19.99.

Built from a 10% spandex, 90% polyester blend in a Large-X-Large fit, the Sol Armis gloves lean on stretch and coverage rather than the leather or neoprene used by gloves like the Glacier 015BK. The number that stands out most is review volume: 5,683 reviews at a 4.6 star average is well beyond every other glove in this comparison, including the 2,607 reviews behind the similarly rated Berkley BTLCFG. Bought last month sits at 500 or more, another strong demand signal.

At $19.99, the Sol Armis costs more than the Berkley BTLCFG or Luwint Lwt-DYglove, both at $7.99, but it undercuts the Lindy AC950 at $28.35 while matching or beating its 4.6 star rating on far more reviews. For anglers who want sun coverage plus a track record backed by thousands of buyers, this is the strongest data point in the group.

Pros

  • 4.6 star rating across 5,683 reviews, the highest review count in this comparison
  • 500 or more units bought last month signals strong ongoing demand
  • 10% spandex, 90% polyester blend built specifically for UPF50+ sun protection
  • Priced below the Lindy AC950 at $28.35 while matching its 4.6 star rating
  • Large-X-Large sizing suits anglers who want more coverage than a snug fit glove
  • Currently InStock and ready to order

Cons

  • Costs more than twice as much as the $7.99 Berkley BTLCFG or Luwint gloves
  • Only one size range listed, Large-X-Large, which may not suit smaller hands
  • Blackout Prym1 color option limits styling choice compared to gloves with more color listings
  • Spandex polyester blend is built for sun coverage, not the puncture protection the Lindy AC950 lists

Specifications

Material10% Spandex 90% Polyester
SizeLarge-X-Large
ColorB: Blackout Prym1
Pieces1

Performance notes

The 10% spandex, 90% polyester blend in the KastKing Sol Armis is built to stretch and cover skin against UV exposure, a different job than the puncture resistant build Lindy lists for its AC950 or the fleece and neoprene combination in the Glacier 015BK. A UPF50+ rating means the fabric is designed to block the large majority of UV rays reaching the skin, useful for long hours on open water with no shade. The Large-X-Large sizing suggests a fit meant to layer over more of the hand and wrist rather than a snug, precision grip fit. Compared to the thicker, warmth focused materials in the Glacier and Lindy gloves, this build trades insulation for lightweight sun coverage, which matters most in warm weather fishing rather than cold water conditions.

What buyers say

A 4.6 star average across 5,683 reviews is the strongest combination of score and volume in this comparison, tying the Berkley BTLCFG and Lindy AC950 on rating while more than doubling the Berkley's review count and far exceeding the Lindy's 898. Add 500 or more units bought last month and the pattern points to a well established, frequently repurchased product rather than a niche pick. That puts the Sol Armis ahead of the Glacier 015BK, which shows a lower 4.2 star average across just 114 reviews and no reported recent purchases, and ahead of the Luwint Lwt-DYglove, which shows 0 or more bought last month despite a similar rating.

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Frequently asked questions

Do the KastKing Sol Armis gloves actually block sun?

They carry a UPF50+ rating built into a 10% spandex, 90% polyester blend, designed to filter most UV rays reaching the skin. That is a listed spec, not a hands on claim, but UPF50+ is a recognized sun protection standard for fabric.

Are they worth $19.99 compared to cheaper gloves?

At $19.99 they cost more than the $7.99 Berkley BTLCFG, but they back that price with 5,683 reviews at a 4.6 star average and 500 or more bought last month, the strongest demand numbers of any glove in this comparison.

What size do the Sol Armis gloves come in?

They are listed in a Large-X-Large size in the Blackout Prym1 color option. That is the only size and color combination specified in the product listing, so buyers needing a smaller fit or a different color should look at other gloves in this comparison instead.

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