US3749200A
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Portable stand adapted for tree mounting
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-02-24
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Granted: 1973-07-31
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Expires: 1992-02-24
Abstract
Abstract A portable stand is disclosed particularly adapted for use by hunters and naturalists, the stand being removably mountable upon trees and having spaced beams which are adjustable to embrace trees of different sizes. The stand is further provided with spaced supporting legs which are adjustable in both length and angular disposition in order to adapt the stand to the trunk or branches of trees of various shapes. The stand is arranged for convenient erection and collapse, so that it may readily be transported from place to place.
Inventors
- 👤 L Meyer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 11:31
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01M; A01M31/00; A01M31/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
146 words
A portable stand adapted to be removably mounted on trees, comprising a platform, a pair of spaced platform supporting beams with one end of each beam connected with the platform toward one side thereof and extended from the point of connection under the platform, and with the other or free ends of the pair of beams projecting beyond the platform to embrace a tree on which the stand is to be mounted, the connection of the beams with the platform including pivot means providing for variation in the spacing of the free ends of the beams to embrace trees of different sizes, and platform supporting means comprising a pair of legs extended downwardly from the platform the legs being connected with the platform by said pivot means with freedom for swinging movement about upright axes to adapt the legs to trees of various shapes and sizes.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
146 words
A portable stand adapted to be removably mounted on trees, comprising a platform, a pair of spaced platform supporting beams with one end of each beam connected with the platform toward one side thereof and extended from the point of connection under the platform, and with the other or free ends of the pair of beams projecting beyond the platform to embrace a tree on which the stand is to be mounted, the connection of the beams with the platform including pivot means providing for variation in the spacing of the free ends of the beams to embrace trees of different sizes, and platform supporting means comprising a pair of legs extended downwardly from the platform the legs being connected with the platform by said pivot means with freedom for swinging movement about upright axes to adapt the legs to trees of various shapes and sizes.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
A stand as defined in claim 1 and further including adjustable means for fastening the beams to the platform with the beams in different pivotal positions.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
126 words
A portable stand adapted to be removably mounted on trees, comprising a platform, a pair of spaced platform supporting beams with one end of each beam connected with the platform toward one side thereof and extended from the point of connection under the platforM, and with the other or free ends of the pair of beams projecting beyond the platform to embrace a tree on which the stand is to be mounted and platform supporting legs extended downwardly therefrom to engage a tree, the legs being adjustable in both length and angular disposition in two planes with respect to the platform to adapt the legs to trees of various shapes and sizes and the beams and legs being connected with the platform by common pivot joints.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
126 words
A portable stand adapted to be removably mounted on trees, comprising a platform, a pair of spaced platform supporting beams with one end of each beam connected with the platform toward one side thereof and extended from the point of connection under the platforM, and with the other or free ends of the pair of beams projecting beyond the platform to embrace a tree on which the stand is to be mounted and platform supporting legs extended downwardly therefrom to engage a tree, the legs being adjustable in both length and angular disposition in two planes with respect to the platform to adapt the legs to trees of various shapes and sizes and the beams and legs being connected with the platform by common pivot joints.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1976-07-30 | 1977-01-29 | 1977-07-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-07-30 | 1981-01-29 | 1981-07-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-07-30 | 1985-01-29 | 1985-07-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |