Reddit reviews 22” Black Kevlar Protective Arm Sleeves/Cut And Heat Resistant (1 Pair)
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Unlike most sleeves on the market, these are 22” inches long to provide full arm protection extending well beyond the elbowLeather patches for additional protection of the most vulnerable and high wear area of the armsElastic velcro strap at the top to prevent sleeve roll downComfortable 100% woven 2-ply Kevlar that is highly cut and flame resistant for the most demanding work applicationsANSI cut level 4 full arm protection used by mechanics, welders, landscapers, motorcyclists, farmers, veterinarians, or anywhere a serious level of arm protection is needed
I did some amateur glassblowing for about 4 years. In my experience, I burned my forearms far more often than I burned my hands. It was also almost always with hot metal things (blow pipes/rods, tools, parts of furnaces) rather than the glass itself.
That's just talking about 2nd degree burns though, the kind that will form a blister. It was quite common to get minor 1st degree burns (redness, minor persistent pain) just from radiant heat. This can happen when gathering glass from the furnace, reheating in the glory-hole, or just if the piece you're working on is big enough. To prevent this, you often have a partner shield your arm with a wooden paddle or make sure to open the furnace doors only as much as absolutely necessary. I would also sometimes wear a Kevlar sleeve like This.