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Boat bow step
Assignee: INSTITUTE FOR SOCIAL AND SCIENTIFIC DEVELOPMENT 376 EAST 400 SOUTH NO 315 SALT LAKE CITY UTAH 84111 A CORP OF UTAH
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Filing: 1973-02-12
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Granted: 1974-08-13
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Expires: 1993-02-12
Abstract
Abstract A device for providing a step on the bow of a boat comprises a flat upper step member, a lower stabilizing member having a notched cavity for engaging the bow of the boat and a support member attached to and extending between the upper and lower members.
Inventors
- 👤 J Young
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 13:55
CPC Classifications
B; B63; B63B; B63B27/00; B63B27/14
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
100 words
A bow step device for being secured along the inclined bow of a boat between the deck and the water line comprising: a horizontal step member having a flat upper surface, a stabilizing member located below said step and spaced therefrom and having a forward end extending outwardly from said bow and a rearward end having a cavity for receiving a portion of said bow, and a rigid support member having upper and lower ends and extending between said step and stabilizing member, said upper end secured to said step member and said lower end secured to said stabilizing member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
100 words
A bow step device for being secured along the inclined bow of a boat between the deck and the water line comprising: a horizontal step member having a flat upper surface, a stabilizing member located below said step and spaced therefrom and having a forward end extending outwardly from said bow and a rearward end having a cavity for receiving a portion of said bow, and a rigid support member having upper and lower ends and extending between said step and stabilizing member, said upper end secured to said step member and said lower end secured to said stabilizing member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The device of claim 1 including means secured to said step member for attaching said device to said bow.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
11 words
The device of claim 2 wherein said means comprises a hook.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
45 words
The device of claim 3 wherein said hook member is secured to said upper member at least slightly forward of the center balance of the device whereby the lower member will be urged against the bow when said hook member is secured to the bow.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
43 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said step has a forward end and a rearward end and said support member has a forward edge and a rearward edge and whereby said forward edge is secured to said stabilizing member adjacent said forward end.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
27 words
The device of claim 5 wherein said bow receiving cavity is V shaped with the narrow portion thereof directed toward said forward end of said stabilizing member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
31 words
The device of claim 6 wherein the rearward edge of said support member is secured to said stabilizing member adjacent said cavity and to said step member adjacent said rearward end.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
21 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said device includes means for adjusting the relative position of said step and stabilizing members.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
35 words
The device of claim 8 wherein said adjustment means comprises an elongated slot extending through said stabilizing member and one or more screw members extending through said slot and threadedly secured to said support member.
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) | 1977-08-12 | 1978-02-11 | 1978-08-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-08-12 | 1982-02-11 | 1982-08-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-08-12 | 1986-02-11 | 1986-08-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |