Abstract: An adjustable flashlight holder is disclosed having a base member with a plurality of transverse spaced ridge elements or shaped depressions along its top surface and a bifurcated support hinged to one end to engage the flashlight at various angles. In one embodiment the arms of the support are biased toward each other sufficiently to engage the flashlight case diametrically and include an elastic member or spring upon which the case of the flashlight may rest at an angle. In another embodiment the hinge has one or more lock positions to hold the support at selected angles and folds down on top of or within the base member when not in use. The flashlight can be supported in a variety of convenient positions to facilitate use by a worker.

Abstract: A paddle or racquet and ball combination is disclosed that is characterized by the provision of a plurality of ball-retaining holes in the face of the racquet having indicia representing a different game on each side arranged in a relationship to the difficulty in catching the ball therein when it is caught on the racquet by a player. The racquet has a flange around its periphery with one or more protruding tabs that are adapted to receive and hold conforming overlays or panels bearing different indicia whereby the racquet and ball combination can be used to play a number of games. In one embodiment, a single tab is used to hold one or more overlays or panels of thin sheet material and the panels are provided with a neck portion that extends into the handle whereby the neck portion is in a natural position to be held by the thumb of the player. The device can be used for such games as baseball, number games, tennis and bowling.