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US3565425A
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Target game with timer controlled disabling means
Assignee: Glass Marvin and Associates
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Filing: 1969-02-12
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Granted: 1971-02-23
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Expires: 1989-02-12
Abstract
Abstract Game apparatus for use in a target game including a target housing having a removable cover defining a target aperture, timing means including a hammer cooperable with the cover for propelling it from the housing upon expiration of a given time period, game pieces for placement in the target aperture, and means for picking up the game pieces. The game players sequentially attempt to place as many game pieces as possible into the target aperture before expiration of the time period and concurrent removal of the cover by the hammer in simulation of an explosion.
Inventors
- 👤 Jeffrey D Breslow
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 04:06
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63F; A63F9/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
108 words
Game apparatus comprising: a target member including means defining an access opening a unitary element forming an overlying closure for said target member; a plurality of different playing pieces adapted to be placed through said opening; finger manipulated elements to be used by the game players in conveying said playing pieces to said opening; timer controlled means for rendering said opening ineffective as an access to said target member by effecting separation of said unitary element from said target member upon expiration of a given time period; and means for indicating which playing pieces are to be selected by the game players for placement in said target opening.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
108 words
Game apparatus comprising: a target member including means defining an access opening a unitary element forming an overlying closure for said target member; a plurality of different playing pieces adapted to be placed through said opening; finger manipulated elements to be used by the game players in conveying said playing pieces to said opening; timer controlled means for rendering said opening ineffective as an access to said target member by effecting separation of said unitary element from said target member upon expiration of a given time period; and means for indicating which playing pieces are to be selected by the game players for placement in said target opening.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
32 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein said finger manipulated elements comprise a pair of simulated, oversized thumbs adapted to be worn on two fingers of a player''s hand.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
48 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 2, wherein said target member comprises a simulated dynamite storage shack; wherein said unitary element comprises the roof for said shack and forms a chimney comprising said target opening; and wherein said playing pieces comprise small simulated sticks of dynamite.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
47 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 1, wherein said timer includes a hammer underlying and cooperable with said unitary element, and means for driving the hammer with sufficient force to effect separation of said element by propelling it upwardly and away from said target member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
109 words
Game apparatus for use by a number of game players comprising: an enclosure having a removable top defining a target opening; a timer operated device secured interiorly of said enclosure and adapted for throwing said removable top therefrom; a plurality of small playing pieces distributable to said game players and adapted to be placed in said target opening; finger manipulated elements to be used by said game players in conveying said playing pieces to said target opening; and means for randomly designating playing pieces to be placed in said opening, whereby said players attempt to place the designated playing pieces in the target opening prior to expiration of period.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
109 words
Game apparatus for use by a number of game players comprising: an enclosure having a removable top defining a target opening; a timer operated device secured interiorly of said enclosure and adapted for throwing said removable top therefrom; a plurality of small playing pieces distributable to said game players and adapted to be placed in said target opening; finger manipulated elements to be used by said game players in conveying said playing pieces to said target opening; and means for randomly designating playing pieces to be placed in said opening, whereby said players attempt to place the designated playing pieces in the target opening prior to expiration of period.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
45 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 5, wherein said enclosure comprises a simulated explosive storage structure, said playing pieces comprise simulated explosives, and said random designating means comprise game cards depicting the number of dynamite pieces to be placed in said target opening.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-02-22 | 1974-08-24 | 1975-02-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-02-22 | 1978-08-24 | 1979-02-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-02-22 | 1982-08-24 | 1983-02-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |