Thankfully, there are choices to suit every taste.
I wore out gloves till I got the Superglove. I have the older and newer versions. I believe the cordovan is somewhat thinner on the newer supergloves that Ed (ABS sponsor) makes and sells to other retailers.
Like Claudia, I've had an original one longer than hers by a bunch... over 15 years now I think. Ratty, nasty, sweaty with threads coming out here and there but it still gives me acleana release.
I ended up with ring-finger tendon problems and appreciate the thicker hide. I feel the tension, but the Deep Hook and just think "OK" and it's GONE!