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Fencing game set
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-12-05
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Granted: 1978-07-11
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Expires: 1997-12-05
Abstract
Abstract A fencing game set in which an apertured target supported from a base on a springy rod is interposed between duelists who simultaneously attempt to pierce the apertures and displace the target from the opponents aim. Score accumulators for each are mounted in the target base.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles W. Willis
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 15:41
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
63 words
A fencing game set for two participants comprising: a. a target having scoring apertures in graduated sizes; b. a flexible rod supporting said target at upper torso height; c. a base anchoring said rod; d. two score tabulating devices mounted to said base; and, e. a pair of fencing foils for piercing said scoring apertures and knocking said target out of scoring position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
63 words
A fencing game set for two participants comprising: a. a target having scoring apertures in graduated sizes; b. a flexible rod supporting said target at upper torso height; c. a base anchoring said rod; d. two score tabulating devices mounted to said base; and, e. a pair of fencing foils for piercing said scoring apertures and knocking said target out of scoring position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
A fencing game set according to claim 1 wherein said scoring apertures are vertically aligned with their sizes decreasing toward the bottom.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
37 words
A fencing game set according to claim 1 wherein the mass of said target is large enough with relation to the length and flexibility of said rod so as to oscillate for several seconds upon being struck.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
A fencing game set according to claim 1 wherein said tabulating devices are electronic counters driving digital displays.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
28 words
A fencing game set according to claim 4 wherein said electronic counters are advanced by buttons set in said base and operatable by the tips of said foils.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
25 words
A fencing game set according to claim 1 wherein said base contains a cast iron frame for anchoring said target against blows struck during use.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
29 words
A fencing game set according to claim 6 wherein said rod is adjustably threaded into said base whereby said target can be adjusted to the height of particular participants.
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) | 1981-07-10 | 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 |