Abstract: The invention as disclosed herein provides a hand protection device that protects the hand of a user from inflicting self injury to the hand while handling a sharp agent. The hand protection device includes a gripping portion and a flange portion. The outer surface of the flange portion is made of a cut resistant material and the gripping portion is made of a flexible and grip-enhancing material. The flange covers the exterior parts of the index finger, the thumb, and the area in between the index finger and the thumb of the user.