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US3835905A
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Camera case for a pocket camera
Assignee: COLORCRAFT CORP
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Filing: 1973-07-06
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Granted: 1974-09-17
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Expires: 1993-07-06
Abstract
Abstract A camera case for a pocket camera is formed of top and bottom vinyl covers with the top part of the cover sized so that it fits snugly on the end of the camera. The top and bottom are attached to each other with an elastic band which is heat sealed into each thereby permitting removal of the bottom portion when it is desired to use the camera.
Inventors
- 👤 H Spruyt
- 👤 L Hoffman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 18:07
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C11/00; A45C11/38
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
122 words
A camera case for a pocket sized camera which is of an essentially rectangular shape comprising: a. a hollow top portion of substantially rectangular cross section and open on one end and sized to fit over an end of the camera without interferring with the camera lens or viewfinder; b. a hollow bottom portion of substantially rectangular cross section open on one end and sized to cover the remainder of the camera with a portion overlapping said top; and c. an elastic member attached to the inside of said top portion and the inside of said bottom portion arranged to hold said top and bottom together but having sufficient stretch to permit removing said bottom while said top remains over said camera.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
122 words
A camera case for a pocket sized camera which is of an essentially rectangular shape comprising: a. a hollow top portion of substantially rectangular cross section and open on one end and sized to fit over an end of the camera without interferring with the camera lens or viewfinder; b. a hollow bottom portion of substantially rectangular cross section open on one end and sized to cover the remainder of the camera with a portion overlapping said top; and c. an elastic member attached to the inside of said top portion and the inside of said bottom portion arranged to hold said top and bottom together but having sufficient stretch to permit removing said bottom while said top remains over said camera.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
The invention according to Claim 1 wherein said top portion is of a cross sectional size such as to fit snugly on said camera.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The invention according to claim 2 wherein said top and bottom portions are made of a pliable material.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
13 words
The invention according to claim 3 wherein said pliable material is heat sealable.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
19 words
The invention according to claim 4 wherein said elastic member is heat sealed into said top and bottom portions.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
24 words
The invention according to claim 4 wherein said top and bottom portions are each made from a single flat piece of said pliable material.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The invention according to claim 6 wherein the seams of said top and bottom portion are held together by heat sealing.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
19 words
The invention according to claim 3 wherein said top portion includes a radius cutout to permit flash cube rotation.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
17 words
The invention according to claim 8 wherein said top portion has a slot for a camera strap.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
The invention according to claim 9 wherein said top portion has a hole for a tripod.
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) | 1977-09-16 | 1978-03-18 | 1978-09-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-09-16 | 1982-03-18 | 1982-09-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-09-16 | 1986-03-18 | 1986-09-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |