I've used something like this, it works and isn't too uncomfortable

http://www.amazon.com/Inf-way-Stainless-Resistant-Protection-Cut-proof/dp/B012AFX9VY/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1455721393&sr=8-6&keywords=fish+cutting+glove

and i use this on leather to sharpen, works nicely

http://www.amazon.com/Woodstock-D2902-1-Pound-Buffing-Compound/dp/B0000DD35C/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1455721555&sr=8-10&keywords=jewelers+rouge