Hestra - one of the World's leading glove brands

The family business Martin Magnusson & Co. was founded in 1936 and is now run by the third generation of Magnussons. Both design and development is done at the headquarters in the town of Hestra.

Our gloves are manufactured in our own factory and we personally buy all leather, cloth, wool and other materials. This gives us complete control of the entire production chain and ensures high quality at every stage. Several of our models are handmade by some of the most experienced glove makers in Europe.

In 2010, we produced about 1.7 million pairs of gloves. The company has 35 employees in Sweden. We also have a subsidiary in the United States, as well as agents, distributors and retailers in over 20 countries.

In addition to Scandinavia, the United States, Alp- countries and Japan are our largest markets. The owners and managers are brothers Claes and Svante Magnusson. They have two sons – the fourth generation of Magnussons – who also work at Hestra.

Brands

HESTRA is one of the leading international glove brands in skiing, outdoor recreation and leisure. There are also Hestra glove models for professional uses such as construction work. Design and product development is done in cooperation with some of the world's best professional skiers and adventurers.

Gaucho is our fashion glove line for young and urban audiences. Under the direction of Design Director Marianne Knutsson-Hall, the product line is renewed every autumn. www.gaucho.se

Ravel are gloves with a classic style, made exclusively from Italian nappa. The collection also includes a modern flair. Ravel gloves are handmade by one of Europe’s best glove maker. www.ravel.se