JPH0819632A - Golf gloves and coin markers - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] [Purpose] A glove that enables quick mark operation by easily removing the coin mark used as a mark on the green is manufactured at low cost. [Structure] On the outside of the belt, provided is a sheet-shaped coin marker storage portion made of plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather, animal leather or other material which is relatively hard and elastic, and the wrist side of the storage portion. One side has an opening larger than at least the diameter of the disc portion of the coin mark, and a hole portion into which the pin portion of the coin mark is fitted at substantially the center thereof,
A kerf extending from the hole to the end of the opening is formed. [Effect] By wearing this golf glove, the player can wear the mark at all times, so that a quick mark operation is possible.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an improvement in a golf glove, and more particularly, a coin glove used as a mark on a green can be easily taken out to speed up the marking operation. And regarding coin markers.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art In playing golf, a ball that has been turned on is to be put on the green so as not to interfere with the putting of other players on the green and to remove dirt and dirt adhering to the ball. When picking up, a coin marker (hereinafter, simply referred to as a marker) is used to clearly indicate the original ball position. This marker is generally small and light, such as made of plastic, and many players carry it in a shirt or pants pocket.

By the way, most of the markers made of plastic or the like have a diameter of 17 to 20 mm, a thickness of about 1.5 mm, and a weight of about 0.6 to 0.8 g, and are placed on the green. At times, there are often cases where it is necessary to mark immediately, especially at the request of accompanying athletes. However, like beginners, players unfamiliar with golf are relieved that their ball is on the green, and when requested for a mark, they rush to remove the marker from their pocket, but they can immediately remove it. People are rare.

As a conventional so-called mark holder,
For example, it is known that the grip end of the shaft of the putter is provided with a hole for inserting the pin portion of the marker so that the marker can be attached and detached. But in many cases, the putter is carried by the caddy along with the other clubs, so the player whose ball is on the green
Most putters will be handed over after most players have turned on.

That is, in many cases, the player who turned on first is required to make a mark before the putter is handed over by the caddy. Therefore, as described above, the mark holder using the putter has a disadvantage that the marker cannot be taken out at a necessary time.

[0006] Various types of holders (tea holders) such as tipegs have been known, and are used by a relatively large number of people. However, when using tee pegs, it is often during tee shots and there is often time to spare, but there have been few proposals for small and lightweight marker holders.
The reality is that there are many players on the green.

[0007]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention solves these inconveniences that occur during mark movement in conventional golf play so that even a beginner can easily and quickly take out a marker at a required time on the green. In addition, the aim is to provide a golf glove and coin marker that enable quick mark movements on the green to speed up play and allow the player to concentrate on his / her own putting. To do.

[0008] As one method for solving such inconvenience, the inventor of the present application has proposed a golf glove provided with a coin marker storing portion in advance (June 7, 1994).
Japanese utility model registration application). By wearing this golf glove, the player can quickly and easily perform the marking operation.

That is, by using the previously proposed golf glove provided with the coin marker storage portion, the above-mentioned inconvenience that occurs during the mark operation in conventional golf play can be solved, and even a beginner is required to play on the green. At this point, the marker can be easily and quickly taken out, so that the marking operation can be performed quickly on the green. As a result, you can speed up your play and focus on your next putting.

By the way, in the golf glove proposed above, the shape of the coin marker accommodating portion is fully considered, but if the material does not maintain the required strength, the marker may fall off from the glove during wearing. Some problems were left. In the present invention, regarding the previously proposed golf glove, further improvement is made on the material constituting the coin marker storage portion, and reliable holding of the marker, and to provide a golf glove capable of cost reduction, Furthermore, it aims at providing the coin marker suitable for using with the glove.

[0011]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention is firstly directed to a golf glove having a belt for fixing to the wrist on the instep side, which is relatively hard and elastic on the outside of the belt. It has a sheet-shaped coin marker storage part made of plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather, animal leather or other material having, and the sheet-shaped coin marker storage part has a double structure that covers the entire outer surface of the belt, One side of the sheet-shaped coin marker storage portion on the wrist side has an opening portion at least larger than the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker, and a hole portion into which the pin portion of the coin marker is fitted at substantially the center thereof. And a kerf extending from the hole to the end of the opening of the sheet-shaped coin marker housing.

Secondly, in the first golf glove, the direction of the kerf formed in the coin marker accommodating portion is formed on the wrist side and obliquely toward the thumb.

Thirdly, in the first or second golf glove, the length of the kerf formed in the coin marker accommodating portion is smaller than the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker. From the end of the groove to the wrist side, the outer surface of the belt is exposed.

Fourth, in the first to third golf gloves, the coin marker storage portion has a shape of the disk portion of the coin marker at the storage position of the disk portion of the coin marker on the inner surface thereof. This is a configuration in which similar recesses are formed.

Fifth, in the first to fourth golf gloves, the coin marker storage portion is made of transparent plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather or other material.

Sixth, a coin marker used with the first to fifth golf gloves, wherein the disk portion of the coin marker has a wall thickness in the outer peripheral direction as compared with the wall thickness of the pin portion. It has a small conical shape.

Seventh, in a golf glove having a belt for fixing to the wrist on the back side, plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather, animal, etc., which are themselves relatively hard and elastic, are provided outside the belt. A sheet-shaped coin marker storage portion made of leather or other material is provided, and the sheet-shaped coin marker storage portion has a double structure that covers the entire outer surface of the belt, and the wrist of the sheet-shaped coin marker storage portion. One side has an opening larger than at least the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker, and a hole portion into which the pin portion of the coin marker is fitted at approximately the center thereof, and the sheet-like portion from the hole portion. A kerf reaching the end of the opening of the coin marker storage is formed, and one side of the sheet-shaped coin marker storage on the fingertip side is at least the disc portion of the coin marker. Smaller than the diameter, and a structure in which openings a part of the circular plate portion is exposed is formed.

[0018]

In the present invention as well, similar to the previously proposed golf glove, attention is paid to the fact that a general golf player always wears a glove, and the mark is taken out and inserted into the golf glove. By adding a coin mark storage part that can be easily done, as in the past,
From the pocket where small items such as tipeg are mixed,
The common feature is that the mark operation can be performed without the need to find the smallest mark.

The belt of the conventional golf glove (fixed portion to the wrist), that is, the belt which becomes the outer side (belt piece provided with the magic tape or the like on the lower surface) on the back side where the wrist is fastened with the magic tape or the like. Top (outside)
In addition, by providing a coin marker storage section (hereinafter simply referred to as a marker storage section) made of a sheet piece of plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather, or animal leather, which is itself relatively hard and elastic, When the ball is turned on on the green, the marker can be immediately taken out from the marker storage portion as required (inventions 1 to 7).

As described above, as the material for forming the coin marker storage portion, plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather,
Alternatively, the reason for selecting a material which is relatively hard and has elasticity, such as animal leather, is to enable reliable holding of the marker and prevention of deformation due to frequent use ( Inventions of claims 1 to 5 and invention of claim 7). In this case, the coin marker has a circular disc shape whose outer peripheral thickness is smaller than that of the pin portion, so that the coin marker can be attached to or removed from the marker storing portion. It becomes easy (the invention of claim 6).

[0021]

Embodiment 1 Next, the golf glove of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. This embodiment mainly corresponds to the invention of claim 1, but is also related to the inventions of claims 2 to 6.

FIG. 1 is an external view showing an embodiment of the golf glove of the present invention. In the figure,
Reference numeral 1 denotes a glove body portion, 2 denotes a belt on the instep side, 3 denotes an edge portion of the belt 2, and 4 denotes a sheet-like piece constituting a marker storage portion.

In the golf glove of the present invention, the sheet-like piece 4 is attached to the outer surface of the conventional belt 2 to form the belt 2 in a double structure, and the storing portion for sandwiching the marker between the belt 2 and the sheet-like piece 4 ( It is characterized in that it constitutes a coin marker storage portion), and the glove main body portion 1, the belt 2 fixed to the wrist of the player, etc. are basically the same as the conventional ones. A surface adhesive tape called a magic tape is attached to the back surface of the belt 2 (most of which is sewn with a thread), and a part of the glove main body 1 facing the surface of the magic tape is also attached to another kind of magic tape. Tape is attached.

That is, the glove itself is the same as a conventional golf glove, and the belt 2 having a velcro tape attached to the back side of the glove body 1 facing a part of the glove body 1. As described above, in the golf glove of the present invention, as described above, the outer surface of the belt 2 is made of plastic, vinyl, or synthetic material which is relatively hard and elastic by itself. A feature is that the coin marker storage portion is attached by a sheet-like piece 4 made of leather, animal leather, or other material.

The coin marker accommodating portion formed by the sheet-like piece 4 has a double structure that covers the entire outer surface of the belt 4, and one side of the wrist side thereof is at least larger than the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker. An opening is formed, and a hole into which the pin portion of the coin marker is fitted is formed substantially in the center of the opening, and a kerf that extends from this opening to the end of the opening of the coin marker storing portion is formed. (See Figure 2 below). Next, the coin marker storage portion including the belt 2 and the sheet-shaped piece 4 will be described in detail.

2A and 2B are views showing an example of the detailed construction of the marker housing portion of the instep side belt of the golf glove of the present invention, wherein (1) is a front view and (2) is a right side surface. It is a figure. Reference numerals in the figure are the same as those in FIG. 1, 2a is a magic tape attached to the belt 2 on the instep side, 5 is a hole provided in the sheet-like piece 4, and 6 is also provided in the sheet-like piece 4. Cut groove, 7 is a notch, and M is a marker.

In the golf glove of the present invention, as shown in the front view of FIG. 2 (1), a hole 5, a kerf 6, and a notch 7 are formed on the upper surface of the belt 2 on the instep side. The provided sheet-shaped piece 4 is provided. This sheet-shaped piece 4
Is substantially the same in size and outer shape as the conventional belt. In FIG. 2 (1), at least one side of the wrist side (the lower wrist side in the figure) of the belt part of the marker M is The opening is larger than the diameter, that is, not fixed to the belt 2 (free end). Both ends of this opening are not necessarily fixed to the belt 2, and some of them may be fixed to the belt 2. In this case, if the sheet-shaped piece 4 is folded back so that a gap is provided between the belt 2 and the opening of the sheet-shaped piece 4 in the fixing portion with the belt 2, the marker M can be attached and detached more easily. become.

In addition, the kerf 6 and the notch 7 do not necessarily have to be provided vertically on the wrist side, and in the case of this left-handed (right-handed) glove, it is slightly diagonal to the right hand. If it is provided, it becomes easier to attach and detach the marker. Then, the other portion of the sheet-shaped piece 4 is superposed on the belt 2 by the edging portion 3 and fixed on the outer surface of the belt 2.

In the embodiment shown in FIG. 2 (1), the sheet-like piece 4 is provided with a notch 7 on the wrist side (downward in the figure) which acts as a guide when the marker M is inserted.
From the middle position toward the center of the hole 5, the kerf 6
Is provided. Generally, the golf marker M is
It is composed of a disk portion that serves as a mark of the ball position and a pin portion that is planted in the center thereof.

2 (1) and 2 (2), the state in which the marker M consisting of the disk portion and the pin portion is stored in the double-structured marker storage portion is shown by a broken line. This Figure 2 (1) and (2)
In order to securely sandwich the marker M, as shown in FIG. 5, a thin material such as plastic, vinyl, and synthetic leather (artificial leather) that is relatively hard and has elasticity is used as the sheet-shaped piece 4. (Invention of Claim 1)

In order to emphasize luxury, a material which is relatively hard and elastic in itself, such as animal leather such as crocodile leather or cow leather for practical use, is used. Needless to say, other sheet-like pieces can be used as long as the material has a desired strength. In this case, if a cutout portion 7 is formed on the wrist side (downward in the figure) of the sheet-like piece 4 and widens from the hole portion 5 so that a part of the outer surface of the belt 2 can be seen from the back side, When the marker M is inserted, the disc portion can be easily inserted.

The other part of the sheet-like piece 4 (belt 2
It is not necessary in terms of function to cover the fixed portion) with the edging portion 3 for improving the appearance, and it is not always necessary to use almost the entire outer surface of the belt 2. Basically, if the marker accommodating portion having a double structure including the belt 2 and the sheet-like piece 4 is made of a relatively hard and elastic thin material, the marker M can be securely sandwiched. It is enough. That is, even if the stored marker M is subjected to the centrifugal force at the time of swing, there is no fear that the marker M will move or fall inside the marker storing section.

Further, when the marker M is taken out, if the pin portion is pinched and pulled in the direction of the cut groove 6, it can be easily and quickly removed from the marker storing portion. Usually, since such a marker is small and lightweight and easily lost, an inexpensive one such as plastic is often used.

In general, right-handed players use left-handed golf gloves, while left-handed players use right-handed golf gloves. In each of the embodiments, the belt for the left hand (for the right-handed player) will be described, but since the glove for the right hand is symmetrical to the glove for the left hand, the direction is simply reversed in the case of the right hand. ,
The basic structure is similar.

[0035]

Second Embodiment This embodiment corresponds to the inventions of claims 2 and 3. In the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 above,
The direction of the kerf 6 formed in the coin marker housing is
The hole 5 is made almost vertical to the wrist side. In the second embodiment, the direction of the kerf 6 and the shape of the notch 7 (opening) on the wrist side are improved in order to facilitate the storage and removal of the marker M in the storage portion. It has features.

FIG. 3 is a front view showing the second embodiment of the detailed construction of the marker storage portion of the golf glove of the present invention. Reference numerals in the figure are the same as those in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 3, a cut groove 6a is formed in the sheet-like piece 4 constituting the marker storage portion, and a notch on the wrist side is formed from the hole portion 5 into which the pin portion of the coin marker M is fitted. It is formed obliquely toward the thumb toward the portion 7.
In this way, by forming the cut groove 6a toward the thumb side, it becomes easier to attach and detach the marker M by the right hand (the invention of claim 2).

FIG. 4 is a front view showing a third embodiment of the detailed structure of the marker storage portion of the golf glove of the present invention. The reference numerals in the figure are the same as those in FIG.

In the embodiment of FIG. 4, the direction of the kerf 6b is formed substantially perpendicular to the wrist side as in the case of FIG. 2, but its length is short. In this respect, the kerf 6a of FIG. 3 described above is also the same. That is, the length of the cut groove 6b is smaller than the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker M, and the cutout portion 7 extends from the end of the cut groove 6b to the wrist side.
Thus, the outer surface of the belt 2 is exposed (invention of claim 3).

Generally, the thickness of the disk portion of the marker M is
If the marker housing portion is thin and has a thickness of about 1.5 mm, and the marker housing portion is made of a relatively hard and elastic thin material, the disc portion of the marker M can be sufficiently clamped and reliably held. As a result, coins (foreign coins) with a pin welded in the center of one side or expensive metal markers with initials etc. will not be lost during play, so you can use it with confidence. can do.

[0041]

Third Embodiment This embodiment corresponds to the invention of claim 4. In each of the embodiments described above, the external appearance of the sheet-shaped piece 4 that constitutes the marker storage portion is mainly described.

This embodiment is characterized in that the inner surface of the coin marker storage portion is improved. At the storage position of the disc portion of the coin marker M, the shape similar to that of the disc portion of the coin marker M is provided. The feature is that a concave portion is formed. As described above, when the sheet-like piece 4 constituting the marker storage portion is formed with a recess having the same shape as the disc portion of the coin marker M on the inner surface thereof, the thickness of the sheet-like piece 4 is reduced by that much. As a result, the appearance thickness of the golf glove is reduced, and the added marker storage portion does not interfere.

[0043]

Fourth Embodiment This embodiment corresponds to the invention of claim 5. In each of the above embodiments, the case where the sheet-shaped piece 4 forming the marker storage portion is made of an opaque material has been described. This embodiment is characterized in that the coin marker storage portion is made of transparent plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather or other material. In this way, by forming the coin marker storage portion with transparent plastic, vinyl, or the like, the back side of the disk portion of the stored coin marker M can be seen, so it is fun to use a visually attractive marker M. Will increase.

[0044]

[Embodiment 5] This embodiment corresponds to the invention of claim 6. In general, the disc part of the coin marker is almost thin, but if the disc part has a resistance that is less than that of the coin marker storage part when the coin marker storage part is inserted or removed, it will be removed. As it becomes easier, etc., and the thickness after insertion can be made thinner, it does not interfere with play.

FIG. 5 is a side view showing an embodiment of the coin marker used in the golf glove of the present invention. In the figure, A is the thickness of the outer circumference of the disc portion, and B is
Indicates the thickness of the central portion, C indicates the diameter thereof, D indicates the diameter of the tip of the pin portion, and E indicates the height of the marker.

As shown in FIG. 5, the disk portion of the marker has a thickness A in the outer peripheral direction smaller than the thickness B of the central portion and is made into a conical shape as a whole. For example, A is 1m
m, B is 2.5 mm, C is 16.5 mm, D is 3 mm,
E has a size of about 16 mm. If the marker having such a shape is used, the coin marker storage portion formed by the sheet-shaped piece 4 can be made thin, which does not hinder the play.

[0047]

Sixth Embodiment This embodiment corresponds to the invention of claim 7. In each of the embodiments of the golf glove described above, the opening of the coin marker storage portion (the outlet for the marker M) is provided at one place on the wrist side, and the marker M is provided with the pin portion. . However, there are cases where a coin having no pin portion is used.

FIG. 6 is a front view showing another embodiment of the detailed construction of the marker storage portion of the instep belt of the golf glove of the present invention. Reference numerals in the figure are the same as those in FIG. 2, and 8 indicates a second cutout portion.

As shown in FIG. 6, with respect to the coin marker accommodating portion constituted by the sheet-shaped piece 4, the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker M is at least smaller than the diameter of the disc portion of one side of the fingertip side. Is characterized in that a second cutout portion 8 (opening portion) in which a part of is exposed is formed so as not to fall off from the fingertip side. By providing the second cutout portion 8 in this way, when the marker M having no pin portion is inserted from the lower cutout portion 7 like a coin, for example, the position where the marker M is slightly stored is from the center. Even if it shifts, by pushing the disk portion of the marker M exposed from the newly provided second cutout portion 8, the marker M
Since one end of the stick comes out from the belt, it can be easily taken out from the wrist side.

[0050]

[Embodiment 7] This embodiment corresponds to the inventions of claims 1 to 7. In each of the above-described embodiments, the shape of the coin marker storage portion configured by the sheet-shaped piece 4 has been described with reference to the belt 2 having a specific shape. However, the golf glove of the present invention can be applied to all conventionally known belts of various shapes, and representative examples will be described below.

FIG. 7 is a front view showing still another embodiment of the golf glove according to the present invention in which the coin mark storing portion is attached to the belt thereof, and (1) to (3)
Is a typical example of various belts. In the figure, 11 to 1
3 is a belt, and 11a to 13a are sheet-like pieces.

Although FIG. 7 shows a modification of the belt shown in FIGS. 1 to 4 and 6, the basic structure is common. For example, FIG. 7 (1) shows a belt 11 of a type often seen especially for women, which is smaller than that for men, but since the size of the mark M is larger than the area of the belt 11, the wrist is also similar. On the side (downward in the figure), the sheet-like piece 11
By adding a, a coin mark storage portion having a double structure is formed.

Also in this case, as described with reference to FIGS. 3 and 4, the shapes and directions of the cut grooves 6a and 6b and the cutout portion 7 are vertical or close to the right hand of the bare hand (slightly right). direction)
What should I do? As described above, the golf glove of the present invention has various shapes of conventionally used belts,
Obviously, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described in the figures, as all can be carried out.

[0054]

By wearing the golf glove of the present invention, the player can always wear (carry) the marker, so that a quick mark operation can be performed (claim 1). Invention of Item 7). In particular, in the case of beginners, it is often the case that another player blames him for playing late, and when the ball gets on the green earlier, he is often requested by the other player to make a mark. With, you can mark before being requested.

In addition, the marker storage portion includes a belt and a plastic which itself is relatively hard and has elasticity.
A sheet-like piece made of vinyl, synthetic leather, animal leather, or other material is stacked, and a hole (5) or a kerf (5) into which the pin of the coin marker is fitted in advance is manufactured at the time of manufacturing the glove. 6, 6a, 6b) and the like processed sheet-like pieces can be attached simply by fixing them to the belt, which is advantageous in terms of cost. Further, since there is no fear of loss during play, it is possible to use an expensive marker with confidence, and many excellent effects such as more enjoyable golf play can be obtained.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is an external view showing an embodiment of a golf glove according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of a detailed configuration of a marker storage portion of the instep belt of the golf glove of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a front view showing a second embodiment of the detailed structure of the marker storage portion of the golf glove of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a front view showing the third embodiment of the detailed configuration of the marker storage portion of the golf glove of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a side view showing an embodiment of the coin marker used in the golf glove of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a front view showing another embodiment of the detailed configuration of the marker storage portion of the instep belt of the golf glove of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a front view showing yet another embodiment of the golf glove of the present invention showing a state in which the coin mark storage portion is attached to the belt thereof.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 is a glove main body 2 is a belt on the instep side 2a is a velcro tape 3 is an edging portion of the belt 2 is a sheet-like piece which constitutes a marker storing portion 5 is a hole provided in the sheet-like piece 4 6 is a sheet-like piece 4 is a kerf 6a is a sheet-shaped piece 4 is a kerf 6b is a sheet-shaped piece 4 is a kerf 7 is a notch 8 is a second notch

Claims (7)

[Claims] 1. A golf glove having a belt for fixing to the wrist on the back side, wherein plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather, animal leather, etc. which are relatively hard and elastic per se on the outside of the belt. The sheet-shaped coin marker storage part made of the above material has a double structure that covers the entire outer surface of the belt, and the sheet-shaped coin marker storage part on the wrist side. One side has at least an opening larger than the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker, and a hole portion into which the pin portion of the coin marker is fitted at substantially the center thereof, and the sheet-shaped coin marker from the hole portion. A golf glove characterized in that a kerf reaching the end of the opening of the housing is formed. 2. The golf glove according to claim 1, wherein the direction of the kerf formed in the coin marker storage portion is formed on the wrist side and obliquely toward the thumb. Golf gloves. 3. The golf glove according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the length of the kerf formed in the coin marker storage portion is smaller than the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker. The golf glove is characterized in that the outer surface of the belt is exposed from the end to the wrist side. 4. The golf glove according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the coin marker storing portion has a shape similar to that of the disc portion of the coin marker at the storing position of the disc portion of the coin marker on the inner surface thereof. A golf glove, characterized in that it has a concave portion formed therein. 5. The golf glove according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the coin marker storage portion is made of transparent plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather or other material. 6. A coin marker for use with the golf glove according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the disc portion of the coin marker has a wall thickness in the outer peripheral direction,
A coin marker having a conical shape that is smaller than the thickness of the pin portion. 7. A golf glove having a belt for fixing to the wrist on the back side, wherein plastic, vinyl, synthetic leather, animal leather, etc. which are themselves relatively hard and elastic on the outside of the belt. The sheet-shaped coin marker storage part made of the above material has a double structure that covers the entire outer surface of the belt, and the sheet-shaped coin marker storage part on the wrist side. One side has at least an opening larger than the diameter of the disc portion of the coin marker, and a hole portion into which the pin portion of the coin marker is fitted at substantially the center thereof, and the sheet-shaped coin marker from the hole portion. A kerf reaching the end of the opening of the storage part is formed, and one side of the sheet-shaped coin marker storage part on the fingertip side is at least the diameter of the disc part of the coin marker. A golf glove, which is smaller and has an opening in which a part of the disk portion is exposed.