US4084778A
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Bracket for supporting stringed musical instruments
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-10-20
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Granted: 1978-04-18
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Expires: 1996-10-20
Abstract
Abstract A bracket for hanging objects such as guitars, basses, and similarly shaped objects, the bracket including a coplanar mounting section, an upwardly angling mid-section, and a forward section including opposing jaws defining an orifice with a constricted mouth, the object is hung in a vertical configuration seated within the orifice.
Inventors
- 👤 Richard Lee Dominguez
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 22:22
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10G; G10G5/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
144 words
A bracket to be secured to a cabinet for hanging musical instruments therefrom comprising a rigid member having a first substantially flat coplanar section, a second section integral with said first section and extending angularly upwardly from said first section, and a third substantially flat coplanar section integral with and extending from said second section and in parallel, elevated relationship to said first section, said first, second, and third sections being in mutual alignment, said first section including a centrally located aperature for receiving attachment means to pivotally attach said bracket to the top of said cabinet, said third section comprising opposing coplanar curved jaw members having a smooth, relatively soft surface, said jaw members defining an orifice between said jaw members, said orifice comprising a neck portion and a main portion, said neck portion providing a constricted exterior entrance to said main portion.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
144 words
A bracket to be secured to a cabinet for hanging musical instruments therefrom comprising a rigid member having a first substantially flat coplanar section, a second section integral with said first section and extending angularly upwardly from said first section, and a third substantially flat coplanar section integral with and extending from said second section and in parallel, elevated relationship to said first section, said first, second, and third sections being in mutual alignment, said first section including a centrally located aperature for receiving attachment means to pivotally attach said bracket to the top of said cabinet, said third section comprising opposing coplanar curved jaw members having a smooth, relatively soft surface, said jaw members defining an orifice between said jaw members, said orifice comprising a neck portion and a main portion, said neck portion providing a constricted exterior entrance to said main portion.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
68 words
The bracket of claim 1 wherein said first section includes directly opposing aligning means on opposing sides of said first section for aligning said bracket along a line transverse to the longitudinal axis of said bracket, said bracket being pivotable to a position within the bounds of the edge of the top of said cabinet when said opposing aligning means is aligned with the edge of said cabinet.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The bracket of claim 2 wherein said smooth, relatively soft surface is provided by a plastic coating adherably bonded to said jaw members of said bracket.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The bracket of claim 3 wherein said third section includes notch means on opposing sides of said third section for anchoring said coating on said bracket.
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) | 1981-04-17 | 1981-10-17 | 1982-04-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-04-17 | 1985-10-17 | 1986-04-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-04-17 | 1989-10-17 | 1990-04-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |