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US4155387A
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Golf bag insert
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-07-03
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Granted: 1979-05-22
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Expires: 1998-07-03
Abstract
Abstract A device is provided for disposition in the bottom of a golf bag to keep the club shafts separated. means are provided for adjusting the dimensions of the device so that it may be disposed in different golf bags. A golf bag including the device is also disclosed.
Inventors
- 👤 Raymond Costa
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 09:55
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B55/00; A63B55/40
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
120 words
A golf bag comprising a main, club carrying compartment, said compartment having a closed bottom and an open top through which clubs are inserted into and withdrawn from the compartment, first separating means disposed adjacent the open top and defining zones of the compartment for the reception of different clubs and an insert disposed close to the bottom of the compartment and comprising separating means for defining regions in the lower-most part of the compartment for receiving golf clubs, support means for cooperation with the structure of the golf bag for supporting said separating means in position adjacent to the bottom of the compartment and adjustment means effective to permit the use of the insert with bags of different sizes.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
120 words
A golf bag comprising a main, club carrying compartment, said compartment having a closed bottom and an open top through which clubs are inserted into and withdrawn from the compartment, first separating means disposed adjacent the open top and defining zones of the compartment for the reception of different clubs and an insert disposed close to the bottom of the compartment and comprising separating means for defining regions in the lower-most part of the compartment for receiving golf clubs, support means for cooperation with the structure of the golf bag for supporting said separating means in position adjacent to the bottom of the compartment and adjustment means effective to permit the use of the insert with bags of different sizes.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
62 words
A golf bag as claimed in claim 1, wherein said separating means of said insert comprises a hoop cooperating with the interior surface of said compartment and separating elements extending chordally across said hoop and wherein said adjustment means includes means for adjusting the girth of said hoop and means for adjusting the length of said elements extending chordally across said hoop.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
108 words
An insert for a golf bag comprises separating means for defining regions for receiving golf clubs, support means for cooperation with the structure of a golf bag for supporting said separating means in a location close to the bottom of the bag, adjustment means effective to permit the use of the insert with bags of different sizes, said separating means comprising a hoop for cooperation with the interior surface of a golf bag and separating elements extending chordally across said hoop, said adjustment means including means for adjustment of the girth of the hoop, and means for adjusting the length of said elements extending chordally across said hoop.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
108 words
An insert for a golf bag comprises separating means for defining regions for receiving golf clubs, support means for cooperation with the structure of a golf bag for supporting said separating means in a location close to the bottom of the bag, adjustment means effective to permit the use of the insert with bags of different sizes, said separating means comprising a hoop for cooperation with the interior surface of a golf bag and separating elements extending chordally across said hoop, said adjustment means including means for adjustment of the girth of the hoop, and means for adjusting the length of said elements extending chordally across said hoop.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
34 words
Apparatus as claimed in claim 3 wherein said support means comprises a strap secured to said hoop and extending to a base, said base being for disposition on the bottom of a golf bag.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
33 words
Apparatus as claimed in claim 4 wherein there are two such straps at spaced apart regions of said hoop, the connection of at least one of said straps to said base being adjustable.
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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) | 1982-05-21 | 1982-11-20 | 1983-05-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-05-21 | 1986-11-20 | 1987-05-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-05-21 | 1990-11-20 | 1991-05-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |