I got this glove to use with a mandolin. It's got metal mesh sewn in, but it doesn't feel like a chainmail glove or anything. It mostly feels like a regular glove with the HDPE and elastic yarn also there. There is a secondary glove that is included that I guess is supposed to be worn underneath the main glove, but it's not really necessary. The glove has a buckle with snaps if you want to have the wrist tight. I found the glove to be true to size. As it is mesh, I don't think this would do a whole lot to protect your hand when oyster shucking since you are more likely to stab yourself rather than slice yourself, but I guess it would still be better than nothing. Overall, I am happy with this.