2027 Wilson A1000 1787 11.75" LE Baseball Glove: Freebird 2 Custom Broken In Game Ready

The Wilson A1000 Limited Edition “Freebird” 1787 11.75” Baseball Glove is built for infielders who want extra reach, a fast transfer feel, and a nearly game-ready glove right out of the box. Designed for players who need to handle tough ground balls, line drives, and quick plays across the diamond, the 1787 pattern gives infielders added length without sacrificing control.

At 11.75”, the 1787 pattern offers a quarter-inch more reach than its 1786 sibling while still maintaining a shallower pocket for quicker glove-to-hand transfers. This makes it a strong option for third basemen who need a little more coverage, as well as shortstops and second basemen who prefer a larger infield glove with a quick release.

Built with Full Grain Leather, the A1000 Freebird delivers a soft, durable feel that forms to the player’s hand with regular use. The leather is designed to feel game-ready from day one without requiring a long, difficult break-in process.

Handcrafted in the same Wilson factory that produces Pro Stock® A2000® gloves, the A1000 Freebird brings quality craftsmanship, comfort, and standout style to developing infielders ready to take the next step.

Product Features: 

• Wilson A1000 Limited Edition “Freebird” 1787 11.75” Baseball Glove
• Built for corner infielders and middle infielders who want added reach
• 11.75” glove length for more coverage on ground balls and line drives
• 1787 glove pattern offers a 1/4” increase in length from the 1786 pattern
• Shallow pocket design helps support quicker transfers
• Strong option for third base, shortstop, or second base
• I-Web / Wilson H-Web for infield control and quick glove work
• Full Grain Leather offers a soft, game-ready feel that forms to the hand with use
• Rolled Dual Welting™ helps support glove structure and shape retention over time
• DriLex Wrist Lining helps keep the hand dry and comfortable
• Bold Wilson Logos for a clean, pro-inspired look
• Handcrafted in the same Wilson factory that produces Pro Stock® A2000® ball gloves
• Recommended for players 12 and older
• Expedited shipping available at checkout
• Colorway: Navy SuperSkin / Navy / Seafoam

Glove Conditioning Service Details:

You know the routine – your season opener is a week away and that brand new glove on your hand – well, it feels like it’s never going to break in. Balls bounce out of the pocket and you are left wondering how you’ll ever have it ready in time for first pitch.

You can worry no more! At ProRollers, our goal is a simple one. We want your gear to be in PEAK CONDITION long before that critical first game. Our bat rolling service optimizes every hit you make and now our glove conditioning service makes that new glove feel just like an extension of your hand – like it’s been there for years. Nothing beats the feeling of a well-conditioned glove!

Over the years, we have perfected the process of optimizing equipment. There is no guesswork with our Baseball Glove Conditioning Service. We have the entire process down to a science.

Our Glove Conditioning: Quality and Perfection!

Step 1: The right tool for the job: Our shop has six different glove-shaping mallets, and every glove needs something different. Your glove is unique, so it gets special treatment as well. We use each specially designed mallet to break down each glove at its specific flex points, form a pocket, or help break in the palm with a weighted head. This particular working of the leather increases the effectiveness of the manual labor process. Since every glove is built differently, this is where our knowledge and experience come into play. Forming the leather on these proper crease points while holding the integrity of the rest of the glove is the key to success. This process is completed in 4-5 sessions over 2-3 days. Working the gloves by hand, along with our conditioning services, is the key to proper break-in.

Step 2:  Manual Labor:  There is no easy way around breaking a good leather glove; it is all manual labor. We do not use heat, steam, or any shortcuts in our break-in process, so they return feeling 100% natural break-in and not a rushed steam job by your local sporting goods store. We use weights overnight, mallets on the pocket, muscle on the flex points,  and time to perfectly break in the gloves immediately for game use.

Step 3: Hydrate the leather: We apply a small amount of specially formulated glove conditioner to the leather and laces inside and out. This conditioner is absorbed by the glove’s pores, which helps keep the glove in top condition all year. This extra conditioning step helps keep dirt and debris out of the newly stretched-out leather pores. Hydrating the leather will also help the glove last longer as it will resist absorbing water, which can lead to early dry rot. We recommend hydrating the leather at the end of each season to stay ready and prevent dry rot.

Step 4: Proper form: To get the perfectly formed pocket, each glove has 100 weighted baseballs/softballs caught in the web, helping form the pocket and laces. Once the glove has a nice pocket formed, we must ensure it maintains its proper form en route back to you. After the glove conditioning process is completed, we put a ball in each glove and wrap it up with rubber bands prior to shipping it back to you. This ensures the glove holds its form on its way back to you. It is imperative that the glove maintains its form during use and does not collapse when fielding a ground ball. Gloves will not come back floppy rags as this is not a helpful tool on the ball diamond. We take these extra steps to provide the full effects of our break-in process.

Step 5:  Glove Maintenance:  Once you receive your glove back, there is nothing you need to do immediately to use it. Remove the rubber bands holding the ball in place and get the leather accustomed to your hand so it gets the proper fit. Once you have it situated, play catch with it right away so you can feel the softness and squeezability of the glove while getting used to it. After the initial catch, you can put a ball back to keep its shape and put it in your bag for future play.  
Place your order today – and never worry about playing with an unconditioned glove again.

Place your order today – and never worry about playing with an unconditioned glove again.