US3712623A
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Golfing aid
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-05-12
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Granted: 1973-01-23
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Expires: 1992-05-12
Abstract
Abstract A device for aiding golfers in improving their swing which includes an elongated flexible foam rubber pad having notches on the inner surface thereof. A wrist band is provided for securing such to a golfer''s hand so that the elongated pad will extend from adjacent the thumb to slightly above the wrist. The golfer, by observing whether the notches are open or closed, is able to determine if his wrist is breaking backward while driving a golf ball.
Inventors
- 👤 S Donnald
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 07:02
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/0057; A63B69/0059; A63B2209/00; A63B2209/08
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
127 words
A device for improving a golfer''s swing when driving a golf ball comprising: an elongated element of a length to extend from about the base of the users thumb to above the wrist so as to bridge the wrist; means for securing said element in superposed relation across the inner wrist portion of the user; at least one notch defined by an outer portion of said element when said element is so positioned on the wrist of the user; said notch being open when said wrist is extended; and said notch being closed when the wrist is arched in proper position for driving; whereby the user may readily observe a breaking of the wrist which would result in an improper swing with a resultant bad golf shot.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
127 words
A device for improving a golfer''s swing when driving a golf ball comprising: an elongated element of a length to extend from about the base of the users thumb to above the wrist so as to bridge the wrist; means for securing said element in superposed relation across the inner wrist portion of the user; at least one notch defined by an outer portion of said element when said element is so positioned on the wrist of the user; said notch being open when said wrist is extended; and said notch being closed when the wrist is arched in proper position for driving; whereby the user may readily observe a breaking of the wrist which would result in an improper swing with a resultant bad golf shot.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
42 words
The structure set forth in claim 1, wherein said elongated element includes an elongated foam rubber member including a plurality of spaced notches, said notches when open being substantially V-shape extending across said foam rubber member and converging inwardly toward the wrist.
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) | 1976-01-23 | 1976-07-24 | 1977-01-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-23 | 1980-07-24 | 1981-01-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-23 | 1984-07-24 | 1985-01-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |