I kept them out of the water as much as possible. But I did use a pair of neoprene gloves that go up to my elbow. I bought them at Cabella's a couple of years ago.
Excal 1000, Excal II, Sovereign GT, CZ-20, Tiger Shark, Tejon, GTI 1500, Surfmaster Pulse, CZ6a, DFX, AT PRO, Fisher 1235, Surf PI Pro, 1280-X, many more because I enjoy learning them. New Garrett Ca