US4065834A
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Watchband
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-05-13
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Granted: 1978-01-03
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Expires: 1996-05-13
Abstract
Abstract In abstract, the preferred embodiment of this invention is a clasp for bands formed in at least two parts with the same being connected through two juxtaposed surfaces, one carrying a plurality of hook means and the other a plurality of loop means. The two portions are held in secured juxtaposed relationship to each other by means of a slidable loop with a lock in closed position. The securing loop is readily releasable by proper manipulation when separation of the two parts of the band is desired.
Inventors
- 👤 Archer A. Montague, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 16:59
CPC Classifications
A; A44; A44C; A44C5/00; A44C5/18; A44C5/20; A44C5/2071; A44D; A44D2205/00; A44D2211/00; A44D2211/02; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/27
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
111 words
A clasp means for releasably joining at least two elongated members comprising: a buckle portion on one of said members; a tongue portion on said second member; at least a portion of at least one surface on each of said buckle and tongue portions being covered with a contact adhering material; and a retaining means in the form of a generally C-shaped bail slidably mounted in an elongated, generally J-shaped slot on said buckle portion whereby said bail will at least partially encircle said tongue portion to prevent unintentional peeling separation of the adhered portions and said J-shaped slot will prevent accidental sliding of said bail when in the retaining position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
111 words
A clasp means for releasably joining at least two elongated members comprising: a buckle portion on one of said members; a tongue portion on said second member; at least a portion of at least one surface on each of said buckle and tongue portions being covered with a contact adhering material; and a retaining means in the form of a generally C-shaped bail slidably mounted in an elongated, generally J-shaped slot on said buckle portion whereby said bail will at least partially encircle said tongue portion to prevent unintentional peeling separation of the adhered portions and said J-shaped slot will prevent accidental sliding of said bail when in the retaining position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The clasp of claim 1 wherein the buckle portion includes a case-like housing incorporating said generally J-shaped slot therein.
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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) | 1981-01-02 | 1981-07-04 | 1982-01-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-01-02 | 1985-07-04 | 1986-01-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-01-02 | 1989-07-04 | 1990-01-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |