Leather vs. synthetic mechanic-style work gloves — which should I buy?

Reviewers consistently split these by task. Full-leather gloves (Wells Lamont, Ironclad Ranchworx, Mechanix Leather) hold up best for fencing, ranching, firewood, and abrasive handling, but sacrifice dexterity and run hot. Synthetic mechanic-style gloves (Mechanix FastFit, DEWALT DPG781, HANDLANDY) give far better finger feel and touchscreen use for wrenching, assembly, and DIY, but specialist subreddits routinely describe them as 'consumables' that wear through in weeks to months of heavy use.