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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7441310 | Pliable handle on which a button can be installed A pliable handle on which a button can be installed, includes a rigid core member, a bore in the rigid plastic core member along the longitudinal axis for locking the bottom of the central rod; a flexible outer sheath is disposed about the core member hermetically, ... | 10/28/2008 |
| 7401384 | Pliable handle A pliable handle includes a core member, an outer sheath, and gel disposed between the core member and the outer sheath. There is an outer annular flange around its top. The outer sheath has an opening on its top and a closed bottom, an inner annular flange on its t... | 07/22/2008 |