The leather is very soft and supple and the padding in the palm is well stitched. I just completed an 800 mile 2-day ride and wore these the entire time. My hands never felt sweaty or clammy, even in 90 degree blazing sun. The leather did bunch-up a bit where the finger meet the palm and became a little uncomfortable after 5-6 hours, but I did not get any callouses, so that's a plus. I was hit by several large bugs on the knuckles and they slid right off and never felt anything other than the thud of impact.
I'd recommend these gloves if you're looking for a protective, fingerless glove.