glove

Abstract

This glove provides an improved grip strength and stability for the hand holding the glove. [Solution] The glove 1 comprises finger portions 2 including a thumb portion 2a, an index finger portion 2b, a middle finger portion 2c, a ring finger portion 2d, and a little finger portion 2e, a hand portion 9 connected to the finger portions 2, and a wrist portion 6 connected to the hand portion 9. At least one of the inner circumferential surfaces I of the index finger portion 2b, middle finger portion 2c, ring finger portion 2d, and little finger portion 2e is provided with a step S that is recessed on the side opposite to the pad of the finger.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a glove.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, gloves for use in baseball or softball have been proposed. For example, Japanese Utility Model Laid-Open No. 2-28278 (Patent Document 1) describes a glove in which a protrusion that partially bulges toward the palm side is formed near a position facing the finger joint on the inner peripheral surface of the finger insertion portion.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] Mainly, pitchers take the timing of switching from translational motion to rotational motion or accelerate the external rotation of the shoulder joint on the glove side by strongly gripping the hand on the glove side when pitching. Therefore, improving the gripping strength and stability of the hand on the glove side is important for improving pitching performance. As a method of improving the gripping strength and stability of the hand on the glove side, it is conceivable to harden the gripping portion. However, since the glove gradually becomes soft during use and finally reaches a state where it can be crushed by gripping, the gripping strength and stability of the hand on the glove side decrease.

[0005] In addition, the glove described in the above publication forms a protrusion by folding a flat surface or by inserting a member under the flat surface. Therefore, it is difficult to grip the hand on the glove side. Thus, it is difficult to improve the gripping strength and stability of the hand on the glove side.

[0006] This invention was made in view of the above problems, and its purpose is to provide a glove that can improve the grip strength and stability of the glove-side hand. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The glove of the present invention comprises finger portions including a thumb portion, an index finger portion, a middle finger portion, a ring finger portion, and a little finger portion, a hand portion connected to the finger portions, and a wrist portion connected to the hand portion. At least one of the inner circumferential surfaces of the index finger portion, middle finger portion, ring finger portion, and little finger portion is provided with a step that is recessed on the side opposite to the pad of the finger. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to the present invention, the grip strength and stability of the hand holding the glove can be increased. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0009] [Figure 1] This is a schematic front view showing a grab according to an embodiment. [Figure 2] This is a schematic rear view showing a grab according to an embodiment. [Figure 3] This is a schematic left side view showing a grab according to an embodiment. [Figure 4] This is a schematic perspective view showing the back of the glove according to the embodiment. [Figure 5] This is a schematic perspective view showing the palm lining of a glove according to an embodiment. [Figure 6] This is a schematic cross-sectional view showing the middle finger portion of a glove according to an embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0010] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the same or corresponding parts in the following drawings will be denoted by the same reference numerals, and their descriptions will not be repeated.

[0011] The configuration of the grab 1 according to the embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 1 to 3. Figure 1 is a schematic front view showing the grab 1 according to the embodiment. Figure 2 is a schematic rear view showing the grab 1 according to the embodiment. Figure 3 is a schematic left side view showing the grab 1 according to the embodiment.

[0012] The glove 1 according to Embodiment 1 is a catching tool for baseball or softball. The glove 1 according to Embodiment 1 is particularly preferably used as a pitcher's glove. The glove 1 according to Embodiment 1 is not limited to a pitcher's glove, but may also be used as an infielder's glove or an outfielder's glove.

[0013] The glove 1 according to this embodiment is worn on the wearer's (user's) hand 100. The glove 1 according to this embodiment mainly comprises finger sections 2, palm section 3, web section 4, lace section 5, wrist opening section 6, ball-catching surface 7, back section 8, and hand guard section 9.

[0014] The finger portion 2 is configured to accept the thumb 101, index finger 102, middle finger 103, ring finger 104, and little finger 105 of the wearer's hand 100. The finger portion 2 includes a thumb portion 2a, an index finger portion 2b, a middle finger portion 2c, a ring finger portion 2d, and a little finger portion 2e. The thumb portion 2a, an index finger portion 2b, a middle finger portion 2c, a ring finger portion 2d, and a little finger portion 2e are configured to accept the thumb 101, an index finger 102, a middle finger 103, a ring finger 104, and a little finger 105 of the wearer's hand 100, respectively. Each of the thumb portion 2a, an index finger portion 2b, a middle finger portion 2c, a ring finger portion 2d, and a little finger portion 2e is configured in a pouch-like shape to accept each of the thumb 101, an index finger 102, a middle finger 103, a ring finger 104, and a little finger 105 of the wearer's hand 100, respectively.

[0015] The palm part 3 is configured to be able to receive the palm of the wearer's hand 100. The palm part 3 is configured to cover the palm of the wearer's hand 100. The palm part 3 is connected to the finger part 2. The palm part 3 is connected to the thumb part 2a, index finger part 2b, middle finger part 2c, ring finger part 2d, and little finger part 2e respectively. The palm part 3 includes a pocket part P. The pocket part P is the part where the ball is caught.

[0016] The web part 4 is disposed between the thumb part 2a and the index finger part 2b. The web part 4 is configured to cover the area between the thumb part 2a and the index finger part 2b. The web part 4 only needs to be configured to cover at least a part of the area between the thumb part 2a and the index finger part 2b.

[0017] The string part 5 is configured to connect each part of the glove 1 such as the finger part 2 and the web part 4. The string part 5 is configured to connect adjacent finger parts 2 to each other. The string part 5 is configured to connect the index finger part 2b and the middle finger part 2c. Also, the string part 5 is configured to connect the middle finger part 2c and the ring finger part 2d. Also, the string part 5 is configured to connect the ring finger part 2d and the little finger part 2e. The string part 5 is configured to connect each of the thumb part 2a and the index finger part 2b to the web part 4. The material of the string part 5 is, for example, leather.

[0018] The hand opening part 6 constitutes an insertion opening for inserting the wearer's hand 100 into the glove 1. The hand opening part 6 is connected to the back of hand part 9. The hand opening part 6 is provided at the end opposite to each finger part 2 of the palm part 3 and the back of hand part 9. The hand opening part 6 is provided along the wrist of the wearer's hand 100.

[0019] The receiving spherical surface 7 is disposed on the palm side of the wearer's hand 100. The receiving spherical surface 7 is for receiving the ball. The receiving spherical surface 7 includes the parts disposed on the palm side of the wearer's hand 100 of each part of the finger part 2, palm part 3, and web part 4. The palm part 3 constitutes a part of the receiving spherical surface 7.

[0020] The back surface 8 is disposed on the back of the wearer's hand 100. The back surface 8 includes portions disposed on the back of the wearer's hand 100 of each of the finger portion 2, the web portion 4, and the nail portion 9. The nail portion 9 constitutes a part of the back surface 8.

[0021] The nail portion 9 is connected to the finger portion 2. That is, the nail portion 9 is connected to the thumb portion 2a, the index finger portion 2b, the middle finger portion 2c, the ring finger portion 2d, and the little finger portion 2e, respectively. The nail portion 9 is configured to follow the back of the wearer's hand 100.

[0022] The thin leather portion 10 is a member for reinforcing the finger portion 2 and the nail portion 9. The thin leather portion 10 constitutes a so-called cut-out. Each member constituting the finger portion 2 and the nail portion 9 is sewn to the thin leather portion 10. That is, each member constituting the finger portion 2 and the nail portion 9 is connected by the thin leather portion 10. The thin leather portion 10 is provided on the back surface 8 and the nail portion 9 of each of the index finger portion 2b, the middle finger portion 2c, the ring finger portion 2d, and the little finger portion 2e.

[0023] The thin leather portion 10 is provided so as to extend in the extending direction of each finger in each of the index finger portion 2b, the middle finger portion 2c, the ring finger portion 2d, and the little finger portion 2e. The thin leather portion 10 includes an index finger thin leather 10a, a middle finger thin leather 10b, a ring finger thin leather 10c, and a little finger thin leather 10d.

[0024] The index finger thin leather 10a is provided on the index finger portion 2b. The index finger thin leather 10a extends in the extending direction of the index finger portion 2b. The index finger thin leather 10a is disposed at substantially the center in the width direction of the index finger portion 2b. The middle finger thin leather 10b is provided on the middle finger portion 2c. The middle finger thin leather 10b extends in the extending direction of the middle finger portion 2c. The middle finger thin leather 10b is disposed at substantially the center in the width direction of the middle finger portion 2c. The ring finger thin leather 10c is provided on the ring finger portion 2d. The ring finger thin leather 10c extends in the extending direction of the ring finger portion 2d. The ring finger thin leather 10c is disposed at substantially the center in the width direction of the ring finger portion 2d. The little finger thin leather 10d is provided on the little finger portion 2e. The little finger thin leather 10d extends in the extending direction of the little finger portion 2e. The little finger thin leather 10d is disposed at substantially the center in the width direction of the little finger portion 2e.

[0025] The leather strip 10 extends from at least one of the first finger junction 11a between the index finger 2b and the middle finger 2c, the second finger junction 11b between the middle finger 2c and the ring finger 2d, and the third finger junction 11c between the ring finger 2d and the little finger 2e toward the wrist portion 6 on the back of the hand portion 9. The leather strip 10 extends from at least one of the first finger junction 11a, the second finger junction 11b, and the third finger junction 11c toward the wrist portion 6 along the direction of extension of adjacent fingers.

[0026] In this embodiment, the leather strip 10 extends from at least one of the first finger crotch 11a, the second finger crotch 11b, and the third finger crotch 11c to the wrist opening 6 in the hand back portion 9. In other words, the leather strip 10 is continuously provided in the hand back portion 9 from at least one of the first finger crotch 11a, the second finger crotch 11b, and the third finger crotch 11c to the wrist opening 6.

[0027] In this embodiment, the leather strip 10 includes a first hand-back leather strip 10e and a second hand-back leather strip 10f. The first hand-back leather strip 10e extends from the second finger junction 11b between the middle finger portion 2c and the ring finger portion 2d to the wrist portion 6 in the hand-back portion 9. The second hand-back leather strip 10f extends from the third finger junction 11c between the ring finger portion 2d and the little finger portion 2e to the wrist portion 6 in the hand-back portion 9.

[0028] Referring to Figures 2 to 4, the configuration of the back surface 8 of the glove 1 according to the embodiment will be described. Figure 4 is a schematic perspective view showing the back surface of the glove 1 according to the embodiment.

[0029] The hand portion 9 is configured to allow adjustment of its width on the thumb portion 2a side and the little finger portion 2e side. The hand portion 9 is configured to allow adjustment of its width on both sides in the width direction by adjusting the width of the hand portion 9 on the thumb portion 2a side and the little finger portion 2e side. The hand portion 9 is configured to allow adjustment of its width on the wrist side on the thumb portion 2a side and the little finger portion 2e side.

[0030] The hand portion 9 includes a first portion 91, a second portion 92, a third portion 93, and a fourth portion 94. The first portion 91 is positioned in the longitudinal direction of the thumb portion 2a. The first portion 91 is positioned in the direction in which the thumb portion 2a extends. The second portion 92 is positioned in the longitudinal direction of the index finger portion 2b. The second portion 92 is positioned in the direction in which the index finger portion 2b extends. The third portion 93 is positioned in the longitudinal direction of the ring finger portion 2d. The third portion 93 is positioned in the direction in which the middle finger portion 2c extends. The fourth portion 94 is positioned in the longitudinal direction of the little finger portion 2e. The fourth portion 94 is positioned in the direction in which the little finger portion 2e extends.

[0031] In this embodiment, the first part 91 is positioned to overlap the outside of the second part 92. The third part 93 and the fourth part 94 are positioned with a gap between them in a direction facing each other.

[0032] The cord portion 5 includes a first cord portion 51 and a second cord portion 52. The first cord portion 51 connects the first portion 91 and the second portion 92. The hand portion 9 is configured so that its width can be adjusted on the thumb portion 2a side by the first cord portion 51. The second cord portion 52 connects the third portion 93 and the fourth portion 94. The hand portion 9 is configured so that its width can be adjusted on the little finger portion 2e side by the second cord portion 52.

[0033] In this embodiment, each of the first part 91 and the second part 92 is provided with two holes, and the first string portion 51 is passed through the two holes in the first part 91 and the two holes in the second part 92, thereby connecting the first string portion 51 and the second part 92. In addition, each of the third part 93 and the fourth part 94 is provided with two holes, and the second string portion 52 is passed through the two holes in the third part 93 and the two holes in the fourth part 94, thereby connecting the third part 93 and the fourth part 94.

[0034] The hand portion 9 is configured such that the distance between the first portion 91 and the second portion 92 can be adjusted by the first strap portion 51, and the distance between the third portion 93 and the fourth portion 94 can be adjusted by the second strap portion 52. The width of the hand portion 9 can be adjusted on the thumb portion 2a side by adjusting the distance between the first portion 91 and the second portion 92 in the width direction of the hand portion 9 by the first strap portion 51. In addition, the width of the hand portion 9 can be adjusted on the little finger portion 2e side by adjusting the distance between the third portion 93 and the fourth portion 94 in the width direction of the hand portion 9 by the second strap portion 52.

[0035] When the first strap 51 is tightened, the distance between the first part 91 and the second part 92 decreases, and when the first strap 51 is loosened, the distance between the first part 91 and the second part 92 increases. This adjusts the width of the hand portion 9 on the thumb portion 2a side. When the second strap 52 is tightened, the distance between the third part 93 and the fourth part 94 decreases, and when the second strap 52 is loosened, the distance between the third part 93 and the fourth part 94 increases. This adjusts the width of the hand portion 9 on the little finger portion 2e side.

[0036] The opening OP is provided on the back surface 8. In this embodiment, the opening OP is positioned between the index finger portion 2b and the hand opening portion 6 in the direction of extension of the index finger portion 2b.

[0037] The groove GP is provided on the back surface 8. In this embodiment, the groove GP is positioned along the extending direction of the ring finger portion 2d and facing the third finger joint 11c between the ring finger portion 2d and the little finger portion 2e.

[0038] The internal configuration of the grab 1 according to the embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 5 and 6.

[0039] Figure 5 is a schematic perspective view showing the palm lining 20 of the glove 1 according to the embodiment. In Figure 5, only the palm lining 20 is shown for the sake of explanation. Figure 6 is a schematic cross-sectional view showing the middle finger portion 2c of the glove 1 according to the embodiment.

[0040] The palm lining 20 is the part that the wearer's palm touches when the wearer puts on the glove 1. The palm lining 20 makes up a part of the index finger section 2b, the middle finger section 2c, the ring finger section 2d, and the little finger section 2e.

[0041] A step S is provided on the inner circumferential surface I of at least one of the index finger portion 2b, middle finger portion 2c, ring finger portion 2d, and little finger portion 2e, which is recessed on the side opposite to the pad of the finger. The step S is configured to be recessed toward the fingertip in the direction of finger extension. In other words, the step S is configured to be recessed on the far side rather than the near side. The step S is configured so that the fingertip can catch on it. Specifically, the step S is configured so that the fingertip can catch on it when the first joint is bent toward the pad of the finger, with the finger not bent at the second and third joints.

[0042] In this embodiment, a step S is provided on the middle finger portion 2c and the ring finger portion 2d. However, the step S is not provided on the index finger portion 2b and the little finger portion 2e.

[0043] Furthermore, the finger portion 2 includes a base finger member 21 and a fingertip member 22. The base finger member 21 is a member positioned at the base of each finger. The fingertip member 22 is a member positioned at the tip of each finger.

[0044] A step S is provided on the inner circumferential surface I of at least one of the index finger portion 2b, middle finger portion 2c, ring finger portion 2d, and little finger portion 2e by overlapping the fingertip member 22 with the finger base member 21. The fingertip member 22 is partially overlapped with the finger base member 21. The base portion of the fingertip member 22 is overlapped with the finger base member 21.

[0045] In this embodiment, a step S is provided on the inner circumferential surface I of the middle finger portion 2c and the ring finger portion 2d by overlapping the fingertip member 22 with the finger base member 21. The steps S provided on the middle finger portion 2c and the ring finger portion 2d are arranged side by side.

[0046] Next, the effects and benefits of the grab 1 according to the embodiment will be described. A typical glove 1 gradually softens with use, and the finger crotches may sag towards the receiving surface, causing flexing and making it difficult to close the glove 1. In contrast, in the glove 1 according to this embodiment, the leather strip 10 extends from at least one of the first finger crotch 11a between the index finger 2b and the middle finger 2c, the second finger crotch 11b between the middle finger 2c and the ring finger 2d, and the third finger crotch 11c between the ring finger 2d and the little finger 2e towards the wrist opening 6 in the back of the hand 9. Therefore, by suppressing flexing in at least one of the first finger crotch 11a, second finger crotch 11b, and third finger crotch 11c, the glove 1 can be made stiff in the direction of closing. Consequently, the grip strength and stability of the glove-side hand 100 can be improved.

[0047] Furthermore, a step S is provided on the inner circumferential surface I of at least one of the index finger portion 2b, middle finger portion 2c, ring finger portion 2d, and little finger portion 2e, which is recessed on the side opposite to the fingertip. As a result, when gripping the glove-side hand 100 during pitching, the step S can be gripped so that it catches on the fingertips, increasing the gripping force on the glove 1 and improving the stability of the force. Therefore, the strength and stability of the grip of the glove-side hand 100 can be increased. Moreover, if a step is provided that is convex on the side of the fingertip, the step blocks the finger insertion path, making it impossible to insert the finger smoothly. In contrast, in the glove 1 according to this embodiment, a step S is provided that is recessed on the side opposite to the fingertip, so the step S does not block the finger insertion path. Therefore, the finger can be inserted smoothly into the finger portion 2. Thus, the hand 100 can be inserted into the glove 1 smoothly. Also, because the finger can be inserted smoothly into the finger portion 2, the decrease in the gripping force of the fingertips can be suppressed. Therefore, it is possible to grip in a way that transmits force with less discomfort.

[0048] Furthermore, the back of the hand portion 9 is configured to allow adjustment of its width on both the thumb portion 2a side and the little finger portion 2e side. Therefore, the width of the back of the hand portion 9 can be adjusted on both the thumb portion 2a side and the little finger portion 2e side. In other words, the width of the back of the hand portion 9 can be adjusted on both sides in the width direction. This improves the fit between the hand 100 and the glove 1. By improving the fit, resistance is more easily received from the back 8 when closing the glove 1, making it more difficult to close the glove 1. Therefore, the gripping force on the glove 1 during pitching becomes more stable. Thus, the strength and stability of the grip of the hand 100 on the glove side can be increased.

[0049] In the glove 1 according to this embodiment, the grip strength and stability of the glove-side hand 100 can be increased. Therefore, by gripping the glove-side hand tightly during pitching, it becomes easier to time the transition from translational motion to rotational motion and to accelerate the external rotation of the shoulder joint on the glove side. This can improve pitching performance. Specifically, it is expected to increase ball speed.

[0050] In the glove 1 according to this embodiment, the leather strip 10 extends from at least one of the first finger crotch 11a, the second finger crotch 11b, and the third finger crotch 11c to the wrist opening 6 in the back of the hand 9. Therefore, the leather strip 10 is continuously provided in the back of the hand 9 from at least one of the first finger crotch 11a, the second finger crotch 11b, and the third finger crotch 11c to the wrist opening 6. Consequently, when the glove 1 is closed, the leather strip 10 provides further resistance from the back 8, making the glove 1 even stiffer in the closing direction. Therefore, the grip strength and stability of the glove-side hand 100 can be further enhanced.

[0051] In the glove 1 according to this embodiment, a step S is provided on the inner circumferential surface I of at least one of the index finger portion 2b, middle finger portion 2c, ring finger portion 2d, and little finger portion 2e by overlapping the fingertip member 22 with the finger base member 21. As a result, the thickness of the portion where the fingertip member 22 overlaps the finger base member 21 is increased, creating stiffness when gripping the glove 1, thus further increasing the stiffness in the direction of closing the glove 1. Therefore, the grip strength and stability of the glove-side hand 100 can be further enhanced.

[0052] In the glove 1 according to this embodiment, the hand portion 9 is configured such that the distance between the first portion 91 and the second portion 92 can be adjusted by the first lace portion 51, and the distance between the third portion 93 and the fourth portion 94 can be adjusted by the second lace portion 52. Therefore, by adjusting the distance between the first portion 91 and the second portion 92 with the first lace portion 51, the width of the hand portion 9 can be adjusted on the thumb portion 2a side. Also, by adjusting the distance between the third portion 93 and the fourth portion 94 with the second lace portion 52, the width of the hand portion 9 can be adjusted on the little finger portion 2e side. Thus, the width of the hand portion 9 can be adjusted on both the thumb portion 2a side and the little finger portion 2e side.

[0053] The embodiments disclosed herein should be considered in all respects to be illustrative and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is indicated by the claims rather than by the foregoing description and is intended to include all modifications in the sense and scope equivalent to the claims. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0054] 1 Glove, 2 Finger section, 2a Thumb section, 2b Index finger section, 2c Middle finger section, 2d Ring finger section, 2e Little finger section, 3 Palm section, 4 Web section, 5 Lace section, 6 Wrist section, 7 Catching surface, 8 Back, 9 Back of hand section, 10 Thin leather section, 11a First finger crotch, 11b Second finger crotch, 11c Third finger crotch, 21 Finger base section, 22 Fingertip section, 51 First lace section, 52 Second lace section, 91 First section, 92 Second section, 93 Third section, 94 Fourth section, I Inner circumference, S Step.

Claims

1. The fingers include the thumb, index finger, middle finger, ring finger, and little finger, The hand portion connected to the aforementioned finger portion, It comprises a hand opening connected to the hand guard portion, A glove having a recessed step on the inner surface of at least one of the index finger portion, middle finger portion, ring finger portion, and little finger portion, which is indented on the side opposite to the pad of the finger.

2. The aforementioned finger portion includes a finger base member and a fingertip member. The glove according to claim 1, wherein the step is provided on the inner circumferential surface of at least one of the index finger portion, the middle finger portion, the ring finger portion, and the little finger portion by overlapping the fingertip portion with the finger base portion.

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