yeah to be honest, personally i think heart of the hide are better, they are more durable and last longer i think, and dont take as long to break in, i got my heart of the hide glove and pitched with it like a week later, most likely might take a bit longer for a infielder but if i were a shortstop bout to purchase a new mitt it would be this one...http://www.ballglovewarehouse.com/product.view.aspx?p=8104