Baseball glove relacing typically costs between $25 and $95. A partial relace — replacing a few broken laces — runs about $25–$60. A full relace and restoration, where the glove is completely de-laced, cleaned, conditioned, re-laced with new rawhide, and re-broken, is $95 at Blank Bros Glove Co. and includes return shipping.
Relacing cost by job
| Job | Typical cost | What’s included |
|---|---|---|
| Single lace / spot repair | $25+ | Replace one or two broken laces where the leather is otherwise sound. |
| Partial relace | $40–60 | Re-lace a section — web, heel, or pinky — with matching rawhide. |
| Full relace & restoration | $95 | Complete de-lace, deep clean, condition, new laces throughout, re-shape, re-break. Return shipping included. |
What drives the price
- How much lace is failing. A single snapped lace is a quick fix; a glove with dry-rotted lace throughout needs a full relace.
- Glove type. A catcher’s mitt or first base mitt has more lace and a more complex web than a standard fielder’s glove.
- Lace quality. We use full-grain rawhide leather lace, not the cheap flat lace that stretches and snaps within a season.
- Condition of the leather. If the glove also needs cleaning and conditioning, a full restoration is better value than paying for each step separately.
Is relacing worth it vs. buying new?
Almost always, yes. A full relace and restoration is $95. A comparable new glove is $150–$400 — and still needs months of break-in before it plays. Relacing keeps the glove already shaped to your hand. See our full relace vs. buy new breakdown.
Not sure how much lace yours needs? Send a photo or ship it in — we’ll quote it honestly before any work starts.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to relace a baseball glove?
A full relace and restoration costs about $95, which includes de-lacing, cleaning, conditioning, new rawhide laces, re-shaping, and return shipping. A partial or single-lace repair runs $25–$60 depending on how much lace is replaced.
How much does it cost to relace a catcher’s mitt?
A catcher’s mitt has more lace and a more complex web than a fielder’s glove, so a full relace typically starts a little higher than a standard glove. Ship it in for an exact quote.
What kind of lace do you use?
We use full-grain rawhide leather lace, which holds tension and lasts far longer than the flat lace found in budget repairs.
Do you have to relace the whole glove?
No. If only a lace or two has broken and the rest is sound, a partial or spot repair is cheaper. A full relace makes sense when lace is dry-rotted or stretched throughout.
Is relacing cheaper than buying a new glove?
Yes. A full relace is about $95 versus $150–$400 for a new glove that still needs breaking in.