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Resilient sandal wedge and sandal formed therewith

  • US 5,896,678 A
  • Filed: 03/20/1998
  • Issued: 04/27/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/14/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A resilient wedge for use with a sole and vamp comprising:

  • a wedge-shaped body portion;

    a substantially flat bottom portion associated with the body portion, the bottom portion having a lower surface and a perimeter;

    wherein the body portion and bottom portion define a junction between the body portion and the bottom portion and wherein said body portion extends beyond the perimeter of the bottom portion to form an extending body portion;

    a recess defining the junction of the body portion with the bottom portion below the extending body portion and along the perimeter of the bottom portion; and

    a plurality of axially elongated recesses, each having a different axis, extending from the bottom portion lower surface through the bottom portion and partially through the body portion, the recesses providing a cushioning resiliency to the wedge when a user applies pressure on the wedge during use.

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