US4018035A
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Cinch winch for saddling a horse
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-03-12
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Granted: 1977-04-19
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Expires: 1996-03-12
Abstract
Abstract A device for facilitating the saddling of a horse by making easier and more flexible the fastening of the strap between the rigging ring on the saddle and the cinch strap under the belly of the horse, is further improved by the addition of a novel wrench device. The rotary winch or roller which effects the tightening of the strap takes the form of a hollow cylinder and includes in its interior a novel cylindrical ratchet with an engaging pawl and a retractable, telescoping handle permanently positioned therein to provide ready and convenient access for operation, freedom from interference, and avoidance of loss or misplacement of the handle.
Inventors
- 👤 Neolan V. Morrison
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 21:59
CPC Classifications
B; B68; B68C; B68C1/00; B68C1/14; B68C2001/142
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
217 words
In a device for use in adjusting the saddle belt on a horse, an improved winch device comprising: a hollow rotating member of generally cylindrical configuration, the internal cylindrical surface of said member comprising a ratchet having teeth disposed about its circumference; said teeth extending axially along the entire length of said member; a plurality of projectors positioned radially around the exterior surface of said member and disposed to engage holes in said belt; means for positively engaging and disengaging said projectors to control the rotation of said member; a sliding shaft positioned concentrically inside said rotating member in axially slidable relation therewith; a pawl positioned at one end of said shaft in hinged relation therewith and disposed for engagement with said ratchet; means for limiting the travel of said shaft in an axial direction in said rotating member; a housing and means for positioning said rotating member within said housing; means for engaging one end of said housing with one end of an underbelly strap on said horse; means for engaging the opposite end of said housing with said saddle belt; handle means for rotating said shaft while said shaft is slid axially within said rotating member; whereby said saddle belt may be adjusted regardless of the axial position of said pawl in said rotating member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
217 words
In a device for use in adjusting the saddle belt on a horse, an improved winch device comprising: a hollow rotating member of generally cylindrical configuration, the internal cylindrical surface of said member comprising a ratchet having teeth disposed about its circumference; said teeth extending axially along the entire length of said member; a plurality of projectors positioned radially around the exterior surface of said member and disposed to engage holes in said belt; means for positively engaging and disengaging said projectors to control the rotation of said member; a sliding shaft positioned concentrically inside said rotating member in axially slidable relation therewith; a pawl positioned at one end of said shaft in hinged relation therewith and disposed for engagement with said ratchet; means for limiting the travel of said shaft in an axial direction in said rotating member; a housing and means for positioning said rotating member within said housing; means for engaging one end of said housing with one end of an underbelly strap on said horse; means for engaging the opposite end of said housing with said saddle belt; handle means for rotating said shaft while said shaft is slid axially within said rotating member; whereby said saddle belt may be adjusted regardless of the axial position of said pawl in said rotating member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
53 words
The device of claim 1 in which said sliding shaft is of hollow cylindrical construction and including: a handle positioned at the end of said shaft opposite said pawl; said handle engaging said shaft in slidable telescopic relationship; means for limiting the travel of said handle in an axial direction in said shaft.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
112 words
The device of claim 1 in which said ratchet is characterized by a plurality of radially projecting teeth, each of said teeth having a root and a tip; said roots being disposed circumferentially around a first circle concentric with said internal cylindrical surface; said tips projecting inwardly to a second concentric circle having a diameter smaller than said first circle; each of said tips being joined in succession to the root of the adjacent tooth by a spiral surface; said teeth extending axially along the entire length of said ratchet; said spiral surface being disposed to engage said pawl while said pawl is subjected to a combined motion of rotation and translation.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
80 words
The device of claim 3 in which said sliding shaft has hingedly positioned on one end a cylindrical member; said cylindrical member being disposed for slidably engaging the interior surface of said hollow rotating member; a pawl positioned radially on said cylindrical member; spring means urging said pawl against said internal surface; whereby said pawl may be rotated to engage the teeth of said ratchet and slid axially along said ratchet while so engaging said teeth and said spiral surface.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
124 words
A cylindrical ratcheting device for producing intermittent motion to a follower member comprising: a stationary housing; a hollow rotating member of generally cylindrical configuration positioned in said housing; a plurality of teeth comprising a ratchet positioned around the inside circumference of said rotating member, said teeth extending axially along the entire length of said member; a sliding shaft positioned concentrically inside said rotating member in axially slidable relation therewith; a pawl positioned at one end of said shaft in hinged relation therewith and disposed for engagement with said ratchet; means for limiting the travel of said shaft in an axial direction in said rotating member; handle means in cooperative relation with said shaft; means positioned on said rotating member for engaging said follower member.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
124 words
A cylindrical ratcheting device for producing intermittent motion to a follower member comprising: a stationary housing; a hollow rotating member of generally cylindrical configuration positioned in said housing; a plurality of teeth comprising a ratchet positioned around the inside circumference of said rotating member, said teeth extending axially along the entire length of said member; a sliding shaft positioned concentrically inside said rotating member in axially slidable relation therewith; a pawl positioned at one end of said shaft in hinged relation therewith and disposed for engagement with said ratchet; means for limiting the travel of said shaft in an axial direction in said rotating member; handle means in cooperative relation with said shaft; means positioned on said rotating member for engaging said follower member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
112 words
The device of claim 5 in which said ratchet is characterized by a plurality of radially projecting teeth, each of said teeth having a root and a tip; said roots being disposed circumferentially around a first circle concentric with said internal cylindrical surface; said tips projecting inwardly to a second concentric circle having a diameter smaller than said first circle; each of said tips being joined in succession to the root of the adjacent tooth by a spiral surface; said teeth extending axially along the entire length of said ratchet; said spiral surface being disposed to engage said pawl while said pawl is subjected to a combined motion of rotation and translation.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
80 words
The device of claim 5 in which said sliding shaft has hingedly positioned on one end a cylindrical member; said cylindrical member being disposed for slidably engaging the interior surface of said hollow rotating member; a pawl positioned radially on said cylindrical member; spring means urging said pawl against said internal surface; whereby said pawl may be rotated to engage the teeth of said ratchet and slid axially along said ratchet while so engaging said teeth and said spiral surface.
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) | 1980-04-18 | 1980-10-18 | 1981-04-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-04-18 | 1984-10-18 | 1985-04-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-04-18 | 1988-10-18 | 1989-04-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |