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US3962949A
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Twirling baton with brake
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-02-27
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Granted: 1976-06-15
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Expires: 1995-02-27
Abstract
Abstract A twirling baton with a handle mounted on an axis extending perpendicular to the axis of the baton shaft by which the baton may be twirled with minimal effort, said handle being equipped with braking means to quickly stop the rotation of the baton when desired.
Inventors
- 👤 Leonard D. Trowbridge
- 👤 Naomi A. Trowbridge
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 08:16
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63J; A63J7/00; A63B; A63B67/00; A63B67/08; A63B67/086
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
49 words
A twirling baton comprising in combination an elongated shaft, a spindle anchored at one end in said shaft, midway between its ends, and extending normally therefrom, a handle mounted on said spindle for rotation of said spindle therein, said handle being compressible against said spindle to stop rotation thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
49 words
A twirling baton comprising in combination an elongated shaft, a spindle anchored at one end in said shaft, midway between its ends, and extending normally therefrom, a handle mounted on said spindle for rotation of said spindle therein, said handle being compressible against said spindle to stop rotation thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The structure as set forth in claim 1 wherein brake means is associated with said handle for engagement with said spindle upon compression of said handle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The structure of claim 2 wherein said brake means comprises brake lining material removably attached to said handle.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
50 words
The structure as set forth in claim 1 wherein said handle comprises a U-shaped length of strap metal bent to form legs connected by a web, overlapping flanges formed at the free ends of the legs, registering openings in the flanges and web for mounting said handle on the spindle.
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) | 1979-06-15 | 1979-12-15 | 1980-06-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-06-15 | 1983-12-15 | 1984-06-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-06-15 | 1987-12-15 | 1988-06-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |