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Two-part snap-on fastening device

Assignee: Togs Inc
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Filing: 1971-07-27
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Granted: 1972-09-19
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Expires: 1991-07-27
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Abstract

Abstract The invention disclosed is for a two-part snap-on fastening device which includes a button member having a stud projecting therefrom, and a foundation member securable to a garment. The projecting stud mates with the foundation member in a semipermanent fashion so that disengagement does not result during normal wearing conditions. In a preferred embodiment, the button portion is made of relatively hard material having a stud integral therewith, the free end of which is bulbous and adapted to be inserted into the somewhat resilient foundation member and form a semi-permanent connection therewith.

Inventors

  • 👤 Edward J Kahn

Bibliographic Details

Application Number —
Jurisdiction US
Data Source google_patents
Last Synchronized 2026-11-07 20:26
CPC Classifications
A; A44; A44B; A44B1/00; A44B1/18; A44B1/28; A44B1/34; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/36; Y10T24/3651; Y10T24/3655; Y10T24/366; Y10T24/3662; Y10T24/367; Y10T24/3672

Claims Analysis

Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim 127 words
A two-part snap-on fastening device which comprises in combination, a relatively resilient foundation member having means for attachment to a garment and a central section defining an opening with radial openings, and a button member of relatively hard material having an integral stud projection from its base, said stud having a continuous groove disposed about its surface near its free end with corresponding surfaces for mating contact with said opening of the foundation member, and vanes projecting from said stud at the free end and to the continuous groove, said vanes received by the radial openings such that the button member may be readily snap-fitted into said opEning of the foundation member and secured by rotation by the mating surfaces without disengagement resulting under normal wearing conditions.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim 127 words
A two-part snap-on fastening device which comprises in combination, a relatively resilient foundation member having means for attachment to a garment and a central section defining an opening with radial openings, and a button member of relatively hard material having an integral stud projection from its base, said stud having a continuous groove disposed about its surface near its free end with corresponding surfaces for mating contact with said opening of the foundation member, and vanes projecting from said stud at the free end and to the continuous groove, said vanes received by the radial openings such that the button member may be readily snap-fitted into said opEning of the foundation member and secured by rotation by the mating surfaces without disengagement resulting under normal wearing conditions.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim 30 words
The two-part snap-on fastening device of claim 1 wherein a plurality of orbital perforations are disposed about the disc portion for attachment to the surface of a garment by sewing.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim 18 words
The two-part snap-on fastening device of claim 1 wherein said stud and foundation member are formed of plastic.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim 21 words
The two-part snap-on fastening device of claim 1 wherein the button surface is ornamental and includes simulated threads between blind holes.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim 16 words
The two-part snap-on fastening device of claim 1 wherein four vanes are projected from said stud.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim 16 words
The two-part snap-on fastening device of claim 1 wherein three vanes are projected from said stud.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim 19 words
The two-part snap-on fastening device of claim 1 wherein paired ridges receive at least one vane in locked position.

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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows

Annuity Stage Window Opens Payment Deadline Surcharge Period Until Estimated Fee Status
3.5 Years (Year 4) 1975-09-19 1976-03-20 1976-09-19 $2000.00 Window Closed / Lapsed
7.5 Years (Year 8) 1979-09-19 1980-03-20 1980-09-19 $3760.00 Window Closed / Lapsed
11.5 Years (Year 12) 1983-09-19 1984-03-20 1984-09-19 $7700.00 Window Closed / Lapsed

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