US3783478A
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Hand tool for use in making tufted yard goods
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-04-26
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Granted: 1974-01-08
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Expires: 1992-04-26
Abstract
Abstract A hand tool is positionally arranged with a slotted gauge for use in making tufts of material.
Inventors
- 👤 F Osterhout
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 21:45
CPC Classifications
D; D04; D04G; D04G3/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
46 words
A hand tool comprising: a handle, a gauge attached to said handle said gauge being a truncated hollow cone, the major diameter Of which is positionally adjacent said handle, said truncated hollow cone defining at least one slot parallel to the major axis of said gauge.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
46 words
A hand tool comprising: a handle, a gauge attached to said handle said gauge being a truncated hollow cone, the major diameter Of which is positionally adjacent said handle, said truncated hollow cone defining at least one slot parallel to the major axis of said gauge.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
31 words
The hand tool of claim 1 wherein said gauge comprises a series of adjacent hollow tubular sections, each of said tubular sections having a different diameter and defining a slot therein.
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) | 1977-01-07 | 1977-07-09 | 1978-01-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-01-07 | 1981-07-09 | 1982-01-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-01-07 | 1985-07-09 | 1986-01-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |