US3843110A
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Hand vise
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-04-27
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Granted: 1974-10-22
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Expires: 1993-04-27
Abstract
Abstract The hand vise comprises a substantially M-shaped framework, mounting leaves fastened to the outer leg portions, and a frictional laminate disposed over the upper portions of the framework. An object is locked into the vise by tension of the outwardly inclined jaw portions and by the frictional laminate.
Inventors
- 👤 J Smith
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 00:18
CPC Classifications
B; B25; B25B; B25B5/00; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S269/00; Y10S269/902
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
107 words
A vise, comprising: an upstanding, substantially M-shaped framework having a pair of leg portions which are inclined centrally from their respective lowermost terminal ends, and jaw portions joined at their respective uppermost terminal ends to the uppermost terminal ends of said leg portions, said jaw portions being inclined centrally from their uppermost terminal ends and being joined to each other at their lowermost terminal ends; mounting leaves disposed in a horizontal juxtaposition from said lowermost terminal ends of each of said leg portions; and means disposed on the upper side surfaces of said framework, for providing fractional gripping force on an object disposed between said jaw portions.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
107 words
A vise, comprising: an upstanding, substantially M-shaped framework having a pair of leg portions which are inclined centrally from their respective lowermost terminal ends, and jaw portions joined at their respective uppermost terminal ends to the uppermost terminal ends of said leg portions, said jaw portions being inclined centrally from their uppermost terminal ends and being joined to each other at their lowermost terminal ends; mounting leaves disposed in a horizontal juxtaposition from said lowermost terminal ends of each of said leg portions; and means disposed on the upper side surfaces of said framework, for providing fractional gripping force on an object disposed between said jaw portions.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
The apparatus of claim 1 including a web member fastened between said lowermost terminal ends of said jaw portions spacing said lowermost terminal ends of said jaw portions apart.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said means for providing frictional gripping force is disposed on the upper side surfaces of said jaw portions.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said means for providing frictional gripping force is an elastomer material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said means for providing frictional gripping force includes serrations made of a resilient, high adhesive material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
The apparatus of claim 5 wherein said serrations are disposed in a downwardly disposed tooth-like configuration.
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) | 1977-10-21 | 1978-04-22 | 1978-10-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-10-21 | 1982-04-22 | 1982-10-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-10-21 | 1986-04-22 | 1986-10-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |