{"product_id":"wilson-a1000-dw5-liberty-smu-2-12-inch-infield-glove","title":"Wilson A1000 DW5 Liberty SMU 2 12-Inch Infield Baseball Glove | Dual Post Web | Navy\/Mint","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWilson A1000 DW5 Liberty SMU 2 12-Inch Infield Baseball Glove\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for developing players who want a \u003cstrong\u003epremium leather feel, game-ready performance, and the reach of a 12-inch infield pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e. Wilson builds the A1000 series from \u003cstrong\u003eFull Grain Leather\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a glove that feels soft enough to get into action quickly while still offering the structure and durability needed for frequent practice and competitive play. Wilson positions the A1000 line as a premium option for rising players, and the gloves are handcrafted in the same \u003cstrong\u003eWilson Pro Stock Factory\u003c\/strong\u003e used to produce A2000 models. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDW5 pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e is built around a 12-inch infield shape, giving third basemen and versatile infielders added reach while maintaining dependable control around the bag. Its \u003cstrong\u003eDual Post Web\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a secure pocket for ground balls and hard-hit liners, while \u003cstrong\u003eRolled Dual Welting\u003c\/strong\u003e reinforces the glove's structure to help it maintain its shape over time. A \u003cstrong\u003eDriLex wrist lining\u003c\/strong\u003e improves comfort by helping manage moisture during extended play. Wilson confirms the DW5 as a 12-inch infield model, while current A1000 DW5 specifications identify the Dual Post Web, Full Grain Leather, Rolled Dual Welting, and DriLex wrist construction. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12-Inch DW5 Infield Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e provides added reach for third base and versatile infield play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Grain Leather Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers a soft, durable feel designed for a faster break-in. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual Post Web\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a secure pocket for fielding ground balls and controlling hard-hit plays. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRolled Dual Welting\u003c\/strong\u003e reinforces the finger backs and helps the glove retain its shape over extended use. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriLex Wrist Lining\u003c\/strong\u003e helps keep the player's hand dry and comfortable during games and practices. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Break-In Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e allows the Full Grain Leather to form to the player's hand without the lengthy break-in required by stiffer professional gloves. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilson Pro Stock Factory Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the A1000 series premium craftsmanship from the same factory used for Wilson A2000 gloves. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12-Inch Reach\u003c\/strong\u003e provides additional coverage for backhand plays, hard ground balls, and third-base defense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructured Infield Pocket\u003c\/strong\u003e balances secure fielding with efficient ball transfers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRight Hand Throw Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to be worn on the left hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilson Style \/ Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e A1000 DW5 Liberty SMU 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wilson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e A1000\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e DW5 Liberty SMU 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baseball\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Infield\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Third Base \/ Infield\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e DW5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual Post Web\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Grain Leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolled Dual Welting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWrist Lining:\u003c\/strong\u003e DriLex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted in Wilson Pro Stock Factory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrowing Hand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Right Hand Throw\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Youth \/ Developing Competitive Player\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreak-In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Game-ready Full Grain Leather construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilson's current DW5 platform confirms the \u003cstrong\u003e12-inch infield pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the A1000 construction uses \u003cstrong\u003eFull Grain Leather, Rolled Dual Welting, DriLex wrist lining, and Pro Stock Factory craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWilson A1000 DW5 Liberty SMU 2\u003c\/strong\u003e offers an excellent balance between a beginner-friendly break-in and the structure serious developing players need as they advance. Its \u003cstrong\u003e12-inch DW5 pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the extra reach commonly preferred at third base while remaining manageable enough for versatile infield use. The \u003cstrong\u003eDual Post Web\u003c\/strong\u003e helps create a secure pocket for hard ground balls and line drives, and Wilson's \u003cstrong\u003eRolled Dual Welting\u003c\/strong\u003e reinforces the glove so it can maintain its shape throughout regular practice and game use. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother major advantage is the \u003cstrong\u003eFull Grain Leather construction\u003c\/strong\u003e. It delivers a softer, more immediately playable feel than many higher-end professional gloves while still offering genuine leather durability. 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