Sport glove

US4095292A · kind A · utility

Assignee

• Van R Apparel Corporation · US

Inventor

• Michael Klein · Bielefeld, DE

Key dates

• Filing date: Jun 16, 1977
• Grant date: Jun 20, 1978
• Expiry date: Jun 16, 1997

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A41D19/0006
• WIPO field: Other consumer goods
• WIPO sector: Other fields

Abstract

The disclosure relates to an improved sport glove construction comprising loosely but securely connected inner and outer glove shells of different constructions, each contributing significant and desirable characteristics to the combination. The inner glove is constructed of a highly elastic, stretchable material, so constituted as to be received tightly over the entire hand of the wearer, snugly enclosing and conforming to the individual fingers and thumb, as well as the palm and back areas of the hand. The construction of the elastic inner glove shell is such as to provide a secure yet comfortable feel to the glove. The elastic inner glove is entirely enveloped by a second or outer glove of a material and construction selected to provide appropriate gripping and other characteristics. The outer glove may be of a somewhat elastic material, such as knitted fabric, but may also be of a relatively nonelastic material, such as leather, vinyl or the like, or may be a combination of materials. The inner and outer glove shells are attached securely but loosely at selected areas, to permit easy donning and doffing of the glove while at the same time accommodating the necessary degree of e…