This is my first 1/2 finger glove in years and I'm so glad I picked them up. They have a comfortable, barely there feel with enough padding to provide a bit of protection without feeling bulky. The pull tabs make removal a breeze.

And they just plain look good. Does that matter? Of course it does!
These gloves are an excellent complement to my Air Speed II jersey with the ribbing on the glove matching the ribbing on the jersey sleeves.