Q: would barbed wire be able to penetrate the gloves?
A: It could do, these are slash-proof rather than puncture-proof.
Q: Are the outers of these gloves made of leather?
A: Yes they are.
Q: How are these gloves rated against needle puncture? My needs for a pair of gloves such as these include the danger of being punctured by dirty needles during searches.
A: These are only slash proof, not puncture proof.
Q: Are these gloves available in extra small size please?
A: Sorry, no.
Q: Would this protect you if you got stabbed, not slashed. As in the point entering your hand.
A: They are designed to protect against lateral movement, i.e. slashing, not stabbing.
Q: Do these gloves contain any wool products?
A: No, they are made from synthetic materials.