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Utility hand-pieceRelated Patent Categories: Apparel, Body Garments, Gloves, Work GloveUtility hand-piece description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070245452, Utility hand-piece. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
TECHNICAL FIELD AND BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates to a utility hand-piece. The invention is applicable for releasably securing any useful object to the back side of the hand such that the wearer maintains substantially unrestricted free usage of the open palm and fingers. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0002] Therefore, it is an object of the invention to provide a utility hand-piece designed to carry an object used by the wearer while allowing substantially unrestricted free usage of both hands and all fingers. [0003] It is another object of the invention to provide a utility hand-piece which is readily applied to and removed from the hand of the user. [0004] It is another object of the invention to provide a utility hand-piece which is constructed of a lightweight and comfortable fabric material. [0005] It is another object of the invention to provide a utility hand-piece which has a generally ergonomic design. [0006] It is another object of the invention to provide a utility hand-piece which is especially applicable for use in combination with elongated useful objects, such as pen lights, dental tools and equipment, writing instruments, magnifying glasses, and the like. [0007] It is another object of the invention to provide a utility hand-piece which is especially useful for carrying a flexible fluid/product-dispensing hose applicable in personal spa treatments including facials and body massages. [0008] It is another object of the invention to provide a method for securing a useful object to the hand. [0009] These and other objects of the present invention are achieved in the preferred embodiments disclosed below by providing a utility hand-piece for being worn on a hand of a user. The hand-piece is designed for holding an elongated object. The hand-piece comprises a wrist wrap adapted for extending around a wrist of the user. A finger wrap is formed with the wrist wrap. The finger wrap is adapted for residing adjacent a back side of the hand, and extends along at least one finger of the user. Attaching means secures the elongated object to the finger wrap. Preferably, the finger wrap defines a passage for receiving and positioning a distal end of the object, such that the distal end projects from the passage on a palm side of the hand. [0010] According to one preferred embodiment of the invention, the wrist wrap includes a plurality of releasable straps. [0011] According to another preferred embodiment of the invention, the straps have respective touch fasteners adapted for mating with complementary fasteners located on the wrist wrap. [0012] Preferably, the wrist wrap comprises first and second releasable straps extending in opposite directions, and adapted for wrapping in opposite directions around the wrist of the user. [0013] According to another preferred embodiment of the invention, the finger wrap has a proximal end integrally formed with the wrist wrap, opposing longitudinal side edges, and a looped free end. The free end defines an opening adapted for receiving the finger of the user. [0014] According to another preferred embodiment of the invention, the means for securing the elongated object comprises a fastener tab located on the finger wrap and extending laterally from one side edge of the finger wrap to the other. Alternatively, the means for securing the object may comprise one or more elastic or non-elastic loops, adhesive tape, hooks, straps, sleeve, or the like. [0015] According to another preferred embodiment of the invention, the fastener tab includes touch fasteners adapted for releasably mating with complementary touch fasteners located on the finger wrap. [0016] In another embodiment, the invention comprises a combination flexible hose and utility hand-piece. The flexible hose is adapted for use in a personal spa treatment, such as a body massage, facial, or the like. The utility hand-piece is designed for being worn on a hand of a user to carry the flexible hose. The hand-piece comprises a wrist wrap adapted for extending around a wrist of the user. A finger wrap is formed with the wrist wrap, and adapted for residing adjacent a back side of the hand. The finger wrap further extends along at least one finger of the user. Attaching means secures the flexible hose to the finger wrap. Preferably, the finger wrap defines a passage for receiving and positioning a distal end of the flexible hose, such that the distal end projects from the passage on a palm side of the hand. [0017] In yet another embodiment, the invention comprises a combination flashlight and utility hand-piece. The utility hand-piece is designed for being worn on a hand of a user to carry the flashlight. The hand-piece comprises a wrist wrap adapted for extending around a wrist of the user. A finger wrap is formed with the wrist wrap, and adapted for residing adjacent a back side of the hand. The finger wrap further extends along at least one finger of the user. Attaching means secures the flashlight to the finger wrap. Preferably, the finger wrap defines a passage for receiving and positioning a distal end of the flashlight, such that the distal end projects from the passage on a palm side of the hand. [0018] In still another embodiment, the invention comprises a method for carrying an object on a hand of a user. The method includes the steps of securing the object to a back side of the hand using a utility hand-piece worn by the user. Preferably, a distal end of the object is then inserted through a passage formed with the hand-piece, such that the distal end projects from the passage on a palm side of the hand. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0019] Some of the objects of the invention have been set forth above. Other objects and advantages of the invention will appear as the description proceeds when taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which: [0020] FIG. 1 is an environmental view demonstrating use of the utility hand-piece according to one preferred embodiment of the invention, and showing the hand-piece carrying a product/fluid-dispensing hose applicable in a personal spa treatment; [0021] FIG. 2 is a top view of the hand-piece with the wrist straps unattached and pulled apart, and showing a portion of the flexible hose secured to the fastener tabs and extending through the passage formed with the finger wrap; Continue reading about Utility hand-piece... 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