Reusable handle apparatus

Abstract

A reusable handle apparatus for use with at least one bag having at least one flexible handle. The reusable apparatus comprises an elongated substantially hollow first member formed of a substantially rigid material, such first member having a generally U shape. Such first member for receiving therein at least one handle portion of such at least one bag. A second member is engageable with and covers at least a portion of an outer surface of the first member. The second member formed of a substantially soft elastomeric material having an outer surface engageable with at least a portion of the hand of a person carrying such at least one bag.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application is closely related to and claims benefit from U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60 / 595,403 filed Jun. 30, 2005.FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002] The present invention relates, in general, to a handle, and, more particularly, the present invention relates to a reusable handle apparatus that can be used when carrying several bags such as grocery bags for protecting the hands of the individual carrying such bags. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] Nearly everyone has carried grocery bags from the store to the car and certainly from the car to the house. It is a general practice to carry several bags at one time so as to make as few trips as possible. There is one problem that is encountered by everyone that has carried these bags. That problem is the thin handles on the plastic bags can dig into the fingers and make carrying these bags uncomfortable. This is particularly true if the bag contains relatively heavy items like...

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Benefits of technology

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a reusable handle apparatus that will relieve pressure on the hands or fingers from the handles of such grocery bags.

[0012] Still another object of the present invention is to provide a reusable handle apparatus that is easy to use.

[0013] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a a reusable handle apparatus that can be made in various sizes to fit different size hands.

Problems solved by technology

There is one problem that is encountered by everyone that has carried these bags.

That problem is the thin handles on the plastic bags can dig into the fingers and make carrying these bags uncomfortable.

However, the majority of people would prefer to make fewer trips and, thus, have to put up with the discomfort.

The bags can become very uncomfortable and the hands can become quite sore.

The packages, although not usually as heavy as grocery bags, can become quite a burden and the hands bear the brunt of this.

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