US4222302A
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Bow guide for a stringed instrument
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-08-02
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Granted: 1980-09-16
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Expires: 1999-08-02
Abstract
Abstract A training attachment for a stringed instrument which is fixed in the F holes to extend across the strings and serve as a guide for assuring the correct use of the bow.
Inventors
- 👤 Margherita Sanfilippo
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 22:57
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10D; G10D3/00; G10D3/16; G10D3/166
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
89 words
In combination with a stringed instrument having a top surface with F holes therein and supporting the strings of the instrument which are stroked by a bow, a guide comprising: a rigid member formed in a U-configuration for extending between the F holes and above the strings of the instrument; and a plug fixed to each end of the rigid member and sized to fit into the adjacent F hole to support the rigid member on the instrument for guiding the bow as it is drawn across the strings.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
89 words
In combination with a stringed instrument having a top surface with F holes therein and supporting the strings of the instrument which are stroked by a bow, a guide comprising: a rigid member formed in a U-configuration for extending between the F holes and above the strings of the instrument; and a plug fixed to each end of the rigid member and sized to fit into the adjacent F hole to support the rigid member on the instrument for guiding the bow as it is drawn across the strings.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The combination as defined in claim 1 wherein the rigid member is a wire bent into a U-configuration.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
The combination as defined in claim 2 wherein the wire is coated with a plastic material.
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) | 1983-09-16 | 1984-03-17 | 1984-09-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-09-16 | 1988-03-17 | 1988-09-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-09-16 | 1992-03-17 | 1992-09-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |