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US4099441A
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Holder for guitars and the like
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-06-28
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Granted: 1978-07-11
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Expires: 1996-06-28
Abstract
Abstract A holding stand for guitars and the like in which clamping arms acting in unison apply firm pressure to a musical instrument. Arms may be pedal actuated and spring loaded or may operate from the weight of the instrument itself. The clamping arms are mounted on a rockable base which produces deflection if contact is made with the instrument being held. The base, arms and instrument return to an upright position when the contacting force is removed.
Inventors
- 👤 James M. Landon
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 21:58
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10G; G10G5/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
127 words
In a weighted and rockable stand for holding guitars and similar musical instruments, an arrangement for retaining a musical instrument comprising in combination: a. two spring loaded, individually pivoted clamping arms, each of said arms having instrument retainer means at its free end for holding said musical instrument in an upright position and, each one of said arms having an inward extension from its respective pivot, one extension bening slidably coupled to the other by a guide means, each of said extensions also having instrument retaining means; b. a foot pedal affixed to one of the clamping arms; c. spring biased hinges serving as pivots for said arms and their extensions; whereby pressure on said pedal opens both arms simultaneously and release of pressure produces simultaneous closure.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
127 words
In a weighted and rockable stand for holding guitars and similar musical instruments, an arrangement for retaining a musical instrument comprising in combination: a. two spring loaded, individually pivoted clamping arms, each of said arms having instrument retainer means at its free end for holding said musical instrument in an upright position and, each one of said arms having an inward extension from its respective pivot, one extension bening slidably coupled to the other by a guide means, each of said extensions also having instrument retaining means; b. a foot pedal affixed to one of the clamping arms; c. spring biased hinges serving as pivots for said arms and their extensions; whereby pressure on said pedal opens both arms simultaneously and release of pressure produces simultaneous closure.
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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) | 1981-07-10 | 1982-01-09 | 1982-07-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-07-10 | 1986-01-09 | 1986-07-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-07-10 | 1990-01-09 | 1990-07-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |