Abstract: A multi-layer waterproof fireman's glove is disclosed. The inner liner of the glove is sewn to a moisture barrier layer in an inside/out position at tip extension portions that extend from the moisture barrier. The tip extension portions are formed beyond a line of sealing in the moisture barrier layer. The location of the stitches on the moisture barrier layer is thus outside the sealed region surrounding the hand. The moisture barrier layer is then reversed back over the inner liner such that it overlies the inner liner and attachment tabs are applied at each of the fingertips. The attachment tabs are then sewn to the exterior glove layer, which is in an inside/out position during attachment. The exterior glove layer is then reversed back over the moisture barrier/inner liner combination.

Abstract: An improved surgical glove is provided having reinforcing pads formed over the distal finger and thumb pulps and over the metacarpal-phalangeal joints. The fingertips and thumb tips are the most likely region of a surgical glove to be accidentally penetrated by a needle during a surgical procedure. Furthermore, the fingertips, thumb tips, and metacarpal-phalangeal region of the surgical glove are the most likely portions of the glove to become abraded and possibly torn during a surgical procedure. Thus, the reinforcing pads are optimally located for minimizing the possibility of a tear or a needle penetration. The remaining portions of the surgical glove are of conventional thickness and flexibility, thereby assuring adequate mobility of the fingers and hand, such that precise surgical procedures may be performed while using the improved glove.

Abstract: Glove members are arranged in a mirror image relationship relative to one another, including facing first and second palm walls having removably mounted thereon, first and second semi-spherical cup members. The cup members are arranged for complementary inter-fitting relative to one another to define a spherical shape to form snowballs therebetween when snow is scooped into the semi-spherical cup members.

Abstract: A flexible L-shaped mitt member includes a first end to resiliently engage and secure an outboard motor steering rod therethrough directing the rod into the mitt cavity, with the mitt having a second end opening arranged to receive an individual's arm therethrough to grasp the rod within the mitt at a junction of the mitt first and second legs.

Abstract: A protective medical glove containing a liquid antiseptic composition and methods for its use are disclosed. The flexible glove comprises at least a thin inner layer and at least a thin outer layer of material; the outer layer is preferably the more elastic and less plastic layer. Between the layers of the glove, a liquid antiseptic composition is stored which comprises an antiseptic in a liquid. The liquid antiseptic composition may also contain a surface-active agent, an algesic agent, a colorant, a vasoconstrictive agent, a smell-causing chemical, and a viscosity-modifying agent.

Abstract: A puncture resistant surgical glove. The glove utilizes a puncture resistant pad which is positioned and floats between two layers of resilient latex material. When the glove is worn on the hand of a surgeon, the layers of latex stretch and compress the pad therebetween.

Abstract: A shock absorbing glove for sports and industrial activities having air or gas filled compartments on the palm portion to function as cushions to absorb shocks and impacts transmitted to the palm by an object gripped by the glove.

Abstract: A golf glove of man-made (synthetic) material and two leather sections, wherein a first leather section is positioned on the palm side of the golf glove and extends from the three of the outer fingers down into a heel and a separate leather thumb portion is also positioned on the palm side of the glove.The backside of the golf glove, as well as the other portions of the glove on the palm side are of synthetic material, e.g., plastic.

Abstract: The invention relates to a beekeeper's suit which is used for protection against bee stings and insect bites. The beekeeper's suit provides for the use of a multi-layered material from which substantially the entire suit is uniformly constructed. The material includes an outside net layer, an inside net layer and an intermediate porous cellular plastic layer. The inside and outside layers provide structural integrity to the suit, while the intermediate layer provides protection against the bee stings through its thickness of approximately 0.4-0.6 centimeters. The intermediate layer provides about 90-95% of void space with a high degree of permeability to permit ventilation an cooling of the users skin during activity.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a thumb protective construction for a protective athletic glove utilized in contact stick sports such as lacrosse and hockey. The construction involves a number of impact resistant protective stiffening components for the thumb receiving section and thumb stall of the glove which provide for enhanced thumb flexibility while preserving a full measure of impact protection for the thumb. Additionally disclosed is a stiffening component construction which fosters the establishment and maintenance of a correct grip position of the stick shaft between thumb and forefinger during play.

Abstract: An improved head covering (10) comprising an elongated sheet (12) folded in half about a transverse axis (14) to form sides (16 and 18). An expandable crown portion (20) is adhered to the sides (16 and 18) along upper portions (15) and to itself along band (21). A tie strip (22) is attached to the sides (16 and 18) for securing the improved head covering (10) to the head of a wearer.

Abstract: A penetration resistant hand protector for medical applications comprising a glove having an exterior and an interior side. The glove also has stalls terminating with tip ends for four fingers and a thumb, a front palm side and a back side, and is formed from a cut resistant material. A puncture resistant covering is attached to at least two of the stalls of the four fingers and the thumb. The puncture resistance covering extends on the exterior side of tho glove to cover the fingers and thumbs on the palm side of the glove from at least the tip of the fingers to a point just below the attachment area of the finger to the palm of the hand so as to protect the fingers of the hand without inhibiting flexure of the palm portion of the glove. The cut resistant material is a composite formed from a resilient core and an outer winding of cut resistant fiber.

Abstract: A glove-shaped overwrap of, e.g, cotton has finger portions which extend radially outwardly from a central hand portion. Ravel-stop means, e.g. baste stitches, encircle each of the finger portions adjacent the hand portion. A drawstring or other means permits the overwrap to be secured about the patient's wrist.Where a patient's finger is to be bandaged or medicated, the other finger portions are severed from the hand portion. The finger is bandaged or medicated and the overwrap is then put on the bandaged or medicated hand so that the bandaged or medicated finger is covered by the unsevered finger portion of the overwrap. The drawstring is tied around the patient's wrist. The invention facilitates bandaging and medication of, e.g., infant fingers and hands, since infants tolerate the overwrap well and can neither remove the bandage from the finger nor eat or otherwise remove the medication from it.

Abstract: The invention relates to a baseball batting glove adapted with a complementary hook and loop fastening means portion to the external back surface with a flap attached to the fastening means surface. This flap may be released from the fastening means surface and held by the batter in the palm of his batting gloved hand when running bases to reduce the likelihood of hand injuries.

Abstract: An attachment for assisting the removal of tight-fitting gloves is provided which uses a set of five pull strings, each of which is attached at one end to the end of a glove finger and each string has a second end attached to a pad of hook or loop fastener material which in turn attaches to a mating fastener pad of hook or loop fastener material which is fastened to the back of the glove. The strings are of sufficient length to allow free finger movement when the glove is worn. To remove the glove, the wearer simply lifts the pad which is attached to the pull strings and pulls off all five fingers of the glove at once.

Abstract: The members, which are typically in the form of a bi-layer glove, comprise an inner layer and an outer layer, both being liquid- and air-impermeable. The outer layer is sealed to the inner layer so as to surround a zone of the inner layer which is not sealed to the outer layer. The space between the layers in the above-mentioned zone is free of air, and the outer layer is translucent or transparent in the area overlying that zone and having a contrasting color relative to the color of the inner layer, so as to provide a visual indication (a change in the perceived color) when the outer layer is breached, as a result of tampering, accidental damage or the like.

Abstract: A flexible sheath is arranged to receive a thumb therewithin, wherein the sheath is directed to a sheath strap, and the sheath strap is secured to a mounting band, with the mounting band arranged for mounting to an individual's thumb adjacent a first end of the thumb, with the sheath arranged for receiving a second end of the thumb for securing the sheath structure relative to an individual's thumb.

Abstract: A batting glove for use in softball, baseball, or other games of the like wherein a wooden or metallic bat is used. The batting glove includes pads located between the first and second phalangeal joints and a palm pad located across the metacarpophalangeal joints of the hand in order to create a reminder groove or slot and encourage a proper grip of the bat by the batter. The glove also includes means for securing the glove to the wrist of the wearer such as velcro fasteners and the like. In addition, elastic materials sewn into or attached to the wrist area of the glove may also provide means for securing the glove around the wrist of the wearer.An alternate embodiment of the batting glove includes fluid filled compartments incorporated into certain areas of the palm side of the glove. The fluid compartments may be permanently filled and sealed with air, liquid, putty, or a gel.

Abstract: A baseball glove is utilized in combination with an anchor strap to maintain the baseball glove about an individual's wrist. The strap structure is formed of an L-shaped configuration having cooperating hook and loop fasteners to have a first strap directed about an individual's wrist, with a second strap secured to the associated baseball glove. A modification of the invention includes a rosin bag arrangement, as well as a wrist stiffener accommodated by the anchor strap structure.

Abstract: Clothing items including at least one sewn-in liquid cushioned bladder conforming to one or more pressure points experiencing friction or repeated shocks. Distributed through vents and sealed islands define one or more endless channelways to facilitate moisture transfer and assure even liquid distribution with body movement. Associated vented, wicking coverings transfer perspiration away from the bladder and wearer. Preferred embodiments include pantswear, gloves and an improved bladder containing seat cushion.