Rawlings Heart of The Hide PRORFM18-17N 12.5" Baseball First Base Mitt LHT

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Rawlings Heart of The Hide PRORFM18-17N 12.5" Baseball First Base Mitt LHT

Name: Rawlings Heart of The Hide PRORFM18-17N 12.5" Baseball First Base Mitt LHT
Brand: Rawlings
SKU: R00750137
Price: 329.99 USD
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RawlingsSKU: R00750137

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This colorway jumps off the shelf. The Navy and Teal give it a strong base, and the brighter accents make the whole mitt feel fresh without going overboard. The 12.5-inch FM18 is also a really comfortable size for players who think a 13-inch mitt feels like too much glove. You still get a deep pocket for scooping throws, but the smaller pattern should feel quicker around the bag. The R2G break-in makes this the easier choice for someone who wants Heart of the Hide leather without starting with an extremely stiff mitt.

The 2027 Rawlings Heart of the Hide PRORFM18-17N is a 12.5-inch left-hand-throw first-base mitt for players who want a controllable FM18 pattern with a faster break-in than a traditional Heart of the Hide. Its Modified H-Web and deep first-base pocket provide a stable receiving area for picks and stretches without the extra bulk of a 13-inch mitt.

Top-grade U.S. steerhide gives the mitt dependable structure, while Rawlings’ R2G construction completes more of the break-in at the factory. A reduced heel pad helps the mitt close more easily, but the player still has enough break-in responsibility to shape the pocket and hinge. Shell leather palm lining, a padded thumb sleeve, and a thermoformed wrist liner add support and comfort around the hand.

Navy and Teal create the main color story, with bright accent details giving the mitt a much more energetic look than a traditional brown or black first-base model. The 12.5-inch FM18 is a strong choice for high-school, travel, college, or adult first basemen who want a quicker and more manageable mitt without giving up a deep pocket.

Size: 12.5"
Throwing Hand: Left-hand throw
Position: First base
Sport: Baseball
Series: Heart of the Hide
Pattern: FM18
Web: Modified H-Web
Pocket Style: Deep first-base pocket
Leather: Top-grade U.S. steerhide
Back Style: Conventional
Fit: Standard
Lining: Shell leather palm lining
Padding: Padded thumb sleeve
Wrist Lining: Thermoformed
Laces: Pro-grade leather
Break-In Construction: R2G
Break-In: 65% factory / 35% player
Color: Navy/Teal with bright accents
Recommended Level: Travel, high school, college and adult
Year Released: 2027

What does the FM18 pattern feel like?

The FM18 is a 12.5-inch first-base pattern with a deep pocket and a more controllable overall size than many 13-inch mitts.

Is this a traditional Heart of the Hide or an R2G model?

It uses Rawlings’ R2G construction, which provides additional factory break-in and a reduced heel pad for an easier close.

Is the mitt completely game-ready when it arrives?

No. Rawlings completes 65% of the break-in, leaving the player responsible for the remaining 35% and final pocket shaping.

Why does the product image appear to show the opposite hand?

LHT and RHT listings may share product photography. This listing is the left-hand-throw version and is worn on the right hand.

Rawlings Heart of The Hide PRORFM18-17N 12.5" Baseball First Base Mitt LHT

No sales tax collected outside AZ

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Rawlings Heart of The Hide PRORFM18-17N 12.5" Baseball First Base Mitt LHT

No sales tax collected outside AZ

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