US3851488A
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Divers weight
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-02-22
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Granted: 1974-12-03
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Expires: 1993-02-22
Abstract
Abstract The specification relates to a divers weight which is secured to the belt in a manner which enables quick and easy weight changes. The weights are retained by a case having protruding ribs which grab the belt so as to prevent the weights from sliding or shifting on the belt.
Inventors
- 👤 M Schuler
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-10 01:05
CPC Classifications
B; B63; B63C; B63C11/00; B63C11/02; B63C11/30
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
126 words
A diving weight apparatus comprising: a first case having an opening adapted to receive a first weight; means for securing said first case to a diving belt; a second case having an opening adapted to receive a second weight; means for securing said first and second cases together; means for securing the first weight within said first case and the second weight within said second case, and wherein said means for securing the first and second weights within said first and second cases and said means for securing said cases together comprise: a flexible hinge connecting said first and second cases together at a point adjacent to the weight receiving openings, said hinge to have a strap length commensurate with the total width of both cases.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
126 words
A diving weight apparatus comprising: a first case having an opening adapted to receive a first weight; means for securing said first case to a diving belt; a second case having an opening adapted to receive a second weight; means for securing said first and second cases together; means for securing the first weight within said first case and the second weight within said second case, and wherein said means for securing the first and second weights within said first and second cases and said means for securing said cases together comprise: a flexible hinge connecting said first and second cases together at a point adjacent to the weight receiving openings, said hinge to have a strap length commensurate with the total width of both cases.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
50 words
The apparatus recited in claim 1 wherein said means for securing said first and second cases together further includes: fastening means located on said cases at a point opposite the weight receiving openings for attaching said first and second cases together to enclose about a section of a diver''s belt.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The apparatus recited in claim 2 wherein said cases include recessed portions to accomodate a diving belt when positioned to enclose a section of said diving belt.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The apparatus recited in claim 3 wherein there is included: a plurality of projecting ribs within the recessed portions of said first and second cases.
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) | 1977-12-02 | 1978-06-03 | 1978-12-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-12-02 | 1982-06-03 | 1982-12-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-12-02 | 1986-06-03 | 1986-12-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |