US4208053A
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Simulated golf ball
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-05-30
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Granted: 1980-06-17
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Expires: 1998-05-30
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus for use in practising golf shots includes a container which can be filled partly or fully with sand or water so as to give it weight. The container is rectangular and one end face has a domed portion which represents a golf ball. A specially strengthened golf club is provided with which the user can practise golf shots. When the container is struck it will move forward a short distance and charts can be provided to equate that movement with an actual golf shot.
Inventors
- 👤 Eric Farr
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 05:54
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/36; A63B69/3623; A63B69/3655
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
Apparatus for use in practising golf shots comprising a hollow rectangular container having six generally flat sides and weighing 0.65 Kg. when empty, said container having a pair of minor faces at opposite ends, an opening in one minor face of said container, closure means removable disposed in said opening, means weighting said container for use during practice of golf shots including granular or liquid material located in said container, said weighted container weighing from 0.7 Kg. to 5.0 Kg., said container having a centrally located domed portion on the other minor face thereof simulating a golf ball.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
Apparatus for use in practising golf shots comprising a hollow rectangular container having six generally flat sides and weighing 0.65 Kg. when empty, said container having a pair of minor faces at opposite ends, an opening in one minor face of said container, closure means removable disposed in said opening, means weighting said container for use during practice of golf shots including granular or liquid material located in said container, said weighted container weighing from 0.7 Kg. to 5.0 Kg., said container having a centrally located domed portion on the other minor face thereof simulating a golf ball.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
Apparatus as claimed in claim 1 which includes a mat from which the apparatus hits, said mat having markings thereon to facilitate correct positioning of the ball, clubhead and feet at "address" position of the user.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
32 words
Apparatus as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2 which further includes a simulated golf club having a shaft which is reinforced to a strength greater than a normal golf club shaft.
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) | 1983-06-17 | 1983-12-17 | 1984-06-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-06-17 | 1987-12-17 | 1988-06-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-06-17 | 1991-12-17 | 1992-06-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |