Games using tangible projectile – Bowling – Practice or assist device
Patent
1995-12-11
1997-11-18
Pierce, William M.
Games using tangible projectile
Bowling
Practice or assist device
473 60, 2 21, A61F 504
Patent
active
056881819
ABSTRACT:
A bowling aid adapted to be mounted on either the bowler's index or little finger. The aid is a rigid sheath into which the bowler's finger is inserted. Appropriate padding is provided in the sheath for gripping and protecting the finger. On the outer end of the sheath there is provided a plate which extends outwardly from the sheath and is provided with a concave surface with a frictional coating thereon for assisting the bowler in gripping the bowling ball. The concave surface and friction coating extend along the length and width of the sheath. The bowler presses the plate and the length and width of the sheath against the surface of the ball during bowling to generate enhanced grip.
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