Handle with grip for comfortably holding articles by hand

Abstract

A simple, strong handle for use as a grip for holding articles is disclosed comprising a carabiner-like snap hook provided with a gripping surface of the proper size and shape to be comfortably held by a human hand. The snap hook has a generally C-shaped back portion on which the gripping surface is disposed, and a gate selectively attached to the back portion, forming a closed loop. Articles such as shopping bags and animal leashes received by the snap hook and secured by the gate may be held comfortably by the grip. The snap hook may be made of a variety of materials and shapes depending on the application and requirements of the user.

1 . A handle for holding articles by hand, comprising: 
 a carabiner; and    a tubular resilient sleeve that circumscribes a portion of said carabiner and is adapted for being gripped by hand.    
   
   
       2 . The handle of  claim 1 , wherein said sleeve is oriented generally opposite a gate of said carabiner.  
   
   
       3 . The handle of  claim 1 , wherein said carabiner forms an oblong opening.  
   
   
       4 . The handle of  claim 1 , wherein said carabiner has at least two adjacent bends that have different radii of curvature.  
   
   
       5 . The handle of  claim 1 , wherein said sleeve comprises a rubber material.  
   
   
       6 . The handle of  claim 1 , wherein said sleeve comprises a foam coating.  
   
   
       7 . The handle of  claim 1 , wherein said sleeve comprises leather.  
   
   
       8 . A handle for holding articles by hand, comprising: 
 a combination of a tubular resilient sleeve adapted for being gripped by hand and coupled to means for engaging and holding an article.