US4038757A
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External adjustment knob for telescopic sights
Assignee: HICKS ASSOC Inc
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Filing: 1976-11-08
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Granted: 1977-08-02
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Expires: 1996-11-08
Abstract
Abstract An external adjustment knob for attachment to a telescopic sight with a cylindrical body which attaches to the telescopic sight. A knob is affixed to the cylindrical body and cooperates with the adjustment screw which forms a part of the sight.
Inventors
- 👤 Edward H. Hicks
- 👤 Charlene Lenhart
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 08:16
CPC Classifications
B; B25; B25B; B25B15/00; F; F41; F41G; F41G1/00; F41G1/38; G; G02; G02B; G02B27/00; G02B27/32
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
134 words
In a telescopic sight of the type having windage and elevation adjustment screws, which screws are surrounded by a support ring with holding means to permit the attachment of turret caps thereon, wherein the approvement comprises: a cylindrical member having a first open end and a second end, said cylindrical member having holding means of an appropriate size to match the holding means on the support ring of the telescopic sight; a knob affixed to the second end of said cylindrical member in a freely rotatable and co-axial position with respect thereto; screwdriving means affixed to said knob and positioned along the central axis of said knob; and biasing means between said screwdriving means and said cylindrical member, said biasing means urging said screwdriving means inwardly toward the open end of said cylindrical member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
134 words
In a telescopic sight of the type having windage and elevation adjustment screws, which screws are surrounded by a support ring with holding means to permit the attachment of turret caps thereon, wherein the approvement comprises: a cylindrical member having a first open end and a second end, said cylindrical member having holding means of an appropriate size to match the holding means on the support ring of the telescopic sight; a knob affixed to the second end of said cylindrical member in a freely rotatable and co-axial position with respect thereto; screwdriving means affixed to said knob and positioned along the central axis of said knob; and biasing means between said screwdriving means and said cylindrical member, said biasing means urging said screwdriving means inwardly toward the open end of said cylindrical member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The knob of claim 1 wherein said cylindrical member and knob are provided with indicia for indicating rotational position.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
The knob of claim 1 wherein said knob is fabricated from anodized aluminum.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
33 words
The knob of claim 1 wherein said biasing means rests on a shoulder located in the second end of said cylindrical member and also resting on the upper surface of said screwdriving means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
12 words
The knob of claim 1 wherein said ring and cap are threaded.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
70 words
The knob of claim 1 wherein the second end of said cylindrical member has a cover portion with a central opening having a raised wall surrounding the central opening and wherein said knob is a cylindrical member having an open end having an inside diameter sufficient to permit said knob to fit over said raised wall and said knob having a closed end to which said screwdriving means are affixed.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
27 words
The knob of claim 6 wherein indicia are positioned on said cover portion and an indicator mark is positioned on the outer side wall of said knob.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
42 words
The knob of claim 6 further including a second cover portion located at the upper extremity of said raised wall, said second cover portion having an axially positioned opening, so that said second cover portion forms a base for said biasing means.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
13 words
The device of claim 8 wherein said biasing means is a coiled spring.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
The device of claim 9 wherein said cap, knob and screwdriving means are fabricated from aluminum.
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) | 1980-08-01 | 1981-01-31 | 1981-08-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-08-01 | 1985-01-31 | 1985-08-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-08-01 | 1989-01-31 | 1989-08-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |