THE HAMMACHER SCHLEMMER INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES THE BEST HEATED GLOVES.

New York, NY, October 1st, 2009 - Hammacher Schlemmer announces the selection of The Best Heated Gloves chosen over other models in tests by the Hammacher Schlemmer Institute for their superior comfort, heating ability, and features.

The Hammacher Schlemmer Institute's research team conducts extensive side-by-side testing of products using carefully controlled variables. After testing is complete, all of the products are rated on specific attributes such as functionality, ease of use, and durability.

The Best Heated Gloves produced a maximum temperature of 148.9º F, more than 50º F warmer than lesser gloves. Panelists lauded the gloves for producing heat across "all of the fingers", while other models were criticized as, "not hot enough."

Scoring highest for comfort, The Best Heated Gloves were favored for their, "very soft interior," and "undetectable wires," unlike other gloves with obtrusive wires and bulky batteries that made for uncomfortable wear.

"The Best Heated Gloves produced the most consistent heat and panelists preferred them because they felt like traditional gloves," said Tara-Ann Dugan, Product Research Manager. "This can be attributed to their power source--a small lithium-ion battery instead of the bulky alkaline batteries used in competing models."

Thinsulate insulation helps the gloves retain heat, a breathable membrane keeps hands dry, and a leather palm enables a confident grip. An adjustable wrist enclosure and a zippered cuff seal out snow and cold, and the 4-oz. battery pack slips into a pocket on the cuff and adjusts to four power levels with just a touch.

The Best Heated Gloves are available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $199.95. For more information, please visit www.hammacher.com or call 1-800-543-3366.

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