US3717403A
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Mitt mirror
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-03-10
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Granted: 1973-02-20
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Expires: 1991-03-10
Abstract
Abstract A rear-viewing mirror is provided which is adapted to be worn by the viewer. The mirror includes a base; a frame mounted on the base; and a mirror mounted in the frame. Apparel means, for example, a glove, or a mitt, or a band, or an elastic band, is secured to the base and is adapted to be worn by the user. This wearing is carried out in such a manner that the mirror is visible to the wearer.
Inventors
- 👤 F Messier
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 22:39
CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02B; G02B5/00; G02B5/08; A; A41; A41D; A41D19/00; A41D19/0024; A41D19/015; A41D19/01594; B; B62; B62J; B62J29/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
93 words
A rear view mirror adapted to be worn by a user and comprising: a. a base; b. a frame pivotally secured to said base for movement with respect thereto between a first, inoperative position in which it lies substantially parallel to said base, and a second, operative position in which it lies angularly displaced with respect to said first position; c. securing means selectively positively holding said frame in its respective first and second positions; d. a mirror mounted on said frame; and e. hand or wrist apparel means secured to said base.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
93 words
A rear view mirror adapted to be worn by a user and comprising: a. a base; b. a frame pivotally secured to said base for movement with respect thereto between a first, inoperative position in which it lies substantially parallel to said base, and a second, operative position in which it lies angularly displaced with respect to said first position; c. securing means selectively positively holding said frame in its respective first and second positions; d. a mirror mounted on said frame; and e. hand or wrist apparel means secured to said base.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
93 words
A rear view mirror adapted to be worn by a user and comprising: a. a base; b. a frame pivotally secured to said base for movement with respect thereto between a first, inoperative position in which it lies substantially parallel to said base, and a second, operative position in which it lies angularly displaced with respect to said first position; c. securing means selectively positively holding said frame in its respective first and second positions; d. a mirror mounted on said frame; and e. hand or wrist apparel means secured to said base.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
93 words
A rear view mirror adapted to be worn by a user and comprising: a. a base; b. a frame pivotally secured to said base for movement with respect thereto between a first, inoperative position in which it lies substantially parallel to said base, and a second, operative position in which it lies angularly displaced with respect to said first position; c. securing means selectively positively holding said frame in its respective first and second positions; d. a mirror mounted on said frame; and e. hand or wrist apparel means secured to said base.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
46 words
The rear-viewing mirror of claim 1 wherein the Securing means comprises an over-center hinge device including cooperating legs on the frame and pedestals on the base and a bolt passing through the registering apertures in the legs and pedestals to secure the frame to the base.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
45 words
The rear-viewing mirror of claim 1 wherein the apparel mirror is a mitt or glove adapted to be worn by the user, the base being secured to the surface of the mitt adapted to be in contact with the upper surface of the wearer''s hand.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
28 words
The rear-viewing mirror of claim 3 wherein said first position and said second position are angularly displaced with respect to one another by an angle of substantially 90*.
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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) | 1976-02-20 | 1976-08-21 | 1977-02-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-02-20 | 1980-08-21 | 1981-02-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-02-20 | 1984-08-21 | 1985-02-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |