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US3894296A
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Neckpiece
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-09-11
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Granted: 1975-07-15
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Expires: 1994-09-11
Abstract
Abstract A necktie comprises a single piece of necktie fabric shaped to form a narrow elongated neckband and a pair of integral, diamond shaped tailpieces. The tie is foldable along its longitudinal center line in a single reverse fold. When the folded neckband is inserted beneath the shirt collar, the depending folded tailpieces hang freely in conforming relation to both the shirt collar and coat lapels of the wearer. A snap fastener or other retainer may releasably fasten the ends of the tailpieces to each other.
Inventors
- 👤 John Robert Hirschbeck
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 17:42
CPC Classifications
A; A41; A41D; A41D25/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
178 words
A necktie which may be worn by a person wearing a collarfitted shirt and a lapel-fitted coat, the necktie comprising: a. a single piece of foldable necktie fabric shaped to form 1. a narrow elongated neckband, and 2. integral therewith a pair of substantially diamond shaped tailpieces positioned one on each end of the neckband and merging therewith, and b. necktie retaining means adapted to receive and retain the necktie in its worn position at the merging areas of the neckband and tailpieces, c. the necktie being substantially symmetrical along its longitudinal center line and foldable thereon in a single reverse fold, d. the neckband in its folded condition being flat and dimensioned to lie beneath the shirt collar, e. the tailpieces in their folded condition assuming a triangular configuration and being proportioned and dimensioned to lie with their bases substantially adjacent and parallel to each other, with one side adjacent and substantially following the contour of the shirt collar, and the other side substantially adjacent and substantially following the contour of the coat lapel of the wearer.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
178 words
A necktie which may be worn by a person wearing a collarfitted shirt and a lapel-fitted coat, the necktie comprising: a. a single piece of foldable necktie fabric shaped to form 1. a narrow elongated neckband, and 2. integral therewith a pair of substantially diamond shaped tailpieces positioned one on each end of the neckband and merging therewith, and b. necktie retaining means adapted to receive and retain the necktie in its worn position at the merging areas of the neckband and tailpieces, c. the necktie being substantially symmetrical along its longitudinal center line and foldable thereon in a single reverse fold, d. the neckband in its folded condition being flat and dimensioned to lie beneath the shirt collar, e. the tailpieces in their folded condition assuming a triangular configuration and being proportioned and dimensioned to lie with their bases substantially adjacent and parallel to each other, with one side adjacent and substantially following the contour of the shirt collar, and the other side substantially adjacent and substantially following the contour of the coat lapel of the wearer.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
140 words
integral therewith a pair of substantially diamond shaped tailpieces positioned one on each end of the neckband and merging therewith, and b. necktie retaining means adapted to receive and retain the necktie in its worn position at the merging areas of the neckband and tailpieces, c. the necktie being substantially symmetrical along its longitudinal center line and foldable thereon in a single reverse fold, d. the neckband in its folded condition being flat and dimensioned to lie beneath the shirt collar, e. the tailpieces in their folded condition assuming a triangular configuration and being proportioned and dimensioned to lie with their bases substantially adjacent and parallel to each other, with one side adjacent and substantially following the contour of the shirt collar, and the other side substantially adjacent and substantially following the contour of the coat lapel of the wearer.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
140 words
integral therewith a pair of substantially diamond shaped tailpieces positioned one on each end of the neckband and merging therewith, and b. necktie retaining means adapted to receive and retain the necktie in its worn position at the merging areas of the neckband and tailpieces, c. the necktie being substantially symmetrical along its longitudinal center line and foldable thereon in a single reverse fold, d. the neckband in its folded condition being flat and dimensioned to lie beneath the shirt collar, e. the tailpieces in their folded condition assuming a triangular configuration and being proportioned and dimensioned to lie with their bases substantially adjacent and parallel to each other, with one side adjacent and substantially following the contour of the shirt collar, and the other side substantially adjacent and substantially following the contour of the coat lapel of the wearer.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
The necktie of claim 1 wherein the necktie retaining means comprises a ring dimensioned to slip over the tailpieces of the tie.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
36 words
The necktie of claim 1 including two part fastening means one part being affixed to the end of one of the tailpieces and the other being affixed to the end of the other of the tailpieces.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
13 words
The necktie of claim 3 wherein the fastening means comprises snap fastening means.
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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) | 1978-07-14 | 1979-01-13 | 1979-07-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-07-14 | 1983-01-13 | 1983-07-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-07-14 | 1987-01-13 | 1987-07-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |