US4050728A
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Second handle for attaching to a shovel or the like
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-10-12
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Granted: 1977-09-27
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Expires: 1996-10-12
Abstract
Abstract A second handle for attaching to a shovel, or various types of garden tools having a handle attached thereto. The second handle having a universal joint at one end for attaching to the handle of the shovel. The universal joint allowing the user to pivot the second handle in various directions on the shovel for ease in lifting, pushing or pulling the material being handled.
Inventors
- 👤 Glenn E. Davidson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 04:13
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01B; A01B1/00; A01B1/02; A01B1/026; B; B25; B25G; B25G1/00; B25G1/04; B25G1/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
166 words
A second handle for attaching to a shovel or the like, the second handle comprising: an elongated tube having a first end portion and a second end portion; a hand grip attached to the second end portion of said tube for holding the second handle; and a universal joint, attached to the second end portion of said tube and attached to the shovel for pivoting said tube on the shovel, said universal joint pivoting said tube in a plane parallel to the plane of the shovel, and pivoting said tube in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the shovel, said universal jont including: a "J" shaped mounting strap, said mounting strap attached to the shovel by annular clamps; p1 a swivel rotatably mounted between the "J" shaped portion of said mounting strap; and a pair of strap arms, one end of said strap arms pivotally attached to said swivel, the other end of said strap arms secured to the second end portion of said tube.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
166 words
A second handle for attaching to a shovel or the like, the second handle comprising: an elongated tube having a first end portion and a second end portion; a hand grip attached to the second end portion of said tube for holding the second handle; and a universal joint, attached to the second end portion of said tube and attached to the shovel for pivoting said tube on the shovel, said universal joint pivoting said tube in a plane parallel to the plane of the shovel, and pivoting said tube in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the shovel, said universal jont including: a "J" shaped mounting strap, said mounting strap attached to the shovel by annular clamps; p1 a swivel rotatably mounted between the "J" shaped portion of said mounting strap; and a pair of strap arms, one end of said strap arms pivotally attached to said swivel, the other end of said strap arms secured to the second end portion of said tube.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The second handle as described in claim 1, wherein said hand grip pivots on top of second end portion of said tube.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
50 words
The second handle as described in claim 1, wherein said elongated tube includes an inner tube slidably received in an outer tube, said inner tube and outer tube having a plurality of apertures therethrough for receiving a bolt therein so that the length of said elongated tube can be adjusted.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
49 words
The second handle as described in claim 1, further including a spring clip attached to a handle of the shovel for receiving a portion of said elongated tube and holding said tube in a snap fit when the second handle is folded adjacent to the handle of the shovel.
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) | 1980-09-26 | 1981-03-28 | 1981-09-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-09-26 | 1985-03-28 | 1985-09-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-09-26 | 1989-03-28 | 1989-09-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |