Abstract: A razor has a handle with an articulable joint intermediate the cutting blade and the portion of the handle grasped by a user. The joint connects first and second portions of the handle. A spring is mounted around the tail of a plunger between the portions. The spring projects into a spring channel in the second portion and urges the portions to an initial non-use position.

Abstract: A razor has a handle with an articulable joint intermediate the cutting blade and the portion of the handle grasped by a user. The joint includes a spring mounted around a pivot pin which in combination with a resilient sleeve disposed over the joint urges the joint to an initial position in resistance to a force applied by the user during shaving.

Abstract: A razor has a handle with an articulable joint intermediate the cutting blade and the portion of the handle grasped by a user. The joint includes a spring mounted around a pivot pin which in combination with a resilient sleeve disposed over the joint urges the joint to an initial position in resistance to a force applied by the user during shaving.

Abstract: A razor has a handle with an articulable joint intermediate the cutting blade and the portion of the handle grasped by a user. The joint may be made of elastomeric material, may be a relief that locally thins the handle, or may be a resiliently urged mechanical pivot joint.

Abstract: Disclosed is a comforter cover having a sleeve and one or more end caps. The sleeve can have one or two open ends and the comforter can be received into the sleeve through one of the open ends. The end cap or end caps can be fittable over the sleeve and comforter to close the open end or ends of the sleeve. A fastening system can fasten the end cap or end caps to the sleeve. The fastening system can be provided by buttons attached to the comforter which button through buttonholes in the sleeve and end caps, or by closable fasteners passing through openings in the sleeve, the end caps and also in the comforter, or other suitable fastening devices. The comforter cover can protect the comforter against wear and tear, promotes cleanliness, can seal in an esthetic manner and lends itself to a variety of ornamentation and visual effects.