US4246826A
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Drumstick
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-08-27
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Granted: 1981-01-27
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Expires: 1999-08-27
Abstract
Abstract A drumstick for use with a musical percussion instrument comprises a wooden body portion having a flexible rod projecting from one end. A nylon sleeve is disposed adjacent the junction of the body and the flexible rod to protect and strengthen the body at this point.
Inventors
- 👤 David Warrick
- 👤 Tony Fulgar
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 23:45
CPC Classifications
G; G10; G10D; G10D13/00; G10D13/10; G10D13/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
50 words
A drumstick, comprising a generally cylindrical elongate wooden member having an axially extending opening in one end portion, a flexible fiberglass rod secured in said opening and having a flexing portion projecting outwardly from said wooden member, and a drum contact tip secured to the end of said flexing portion.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
50 words
A drumstick, comprising a generally cylindrical elongate wooden member having an axially extending opening in one end portion, a flexible fiberglass rod secured in said opening and having a flexing portion projecting outwardly from said wooden member, and a drum contact tip secured to the end of said flexing portion.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
A drumstick according to claim 1 wherein said rod is generally cylindrical and approximately 1/4 inch in diameter.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
77 words
A drumstick comprising a body of generally cylindrical configuration having an end portion of generally frusto-conical configuration, a flexible rod secured to said body and projecting axially away from one end of said body, drum contact means at the free end of said rod, and a sleeve of generally frusto-conical exterior configuration disposed over said body adjacent said one end and extending in protecting relation over said body for a predetermined distance away from said one end.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
77 words
A drumstick comprising a body of generally cylindrical configuration having an end portion of generally frusto-conical configuration, a flexible rod secured to said body and projecting axially away from one end of said body, drum contact means at the free end of said rod, and a sleeve of generally frusto-conical exterior configuration disposed over said body adjacent said one end and extending in protecting relation over said body for a predetermined distance away from said one end.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
38 words
A drumstick according to claim 3 wherein the end portion of said body is provided with an axially-extending opening and said flexible rod is secured in said opening along the axis of said body and projects outwardly therefrom.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
51 words
A drumstick according to claim 4 wherein the axial opening and the frusto-conical end portion of said body define a wall portion of reduced thickness on said end portion, said sleeve being made of a material having the toughness and elasticity characteristics of nylon for protecting and strengthening said wall portion.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
49 words
A drumstick according to claim 3 wherein said body is provided with an annular groove extending around the transverse periphery of said body at a point adjacent said one end, and said sleeve has an inturned annular flange disposed in said groove to retain said sleeve on said body.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
13 words
A drumstick according to claim 6 wherein said sleeve is made of nylon.
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) | 1984-01-27 | 1984-07-28 | 1985-01-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-01-27 | 1988-07-28 | 1989-01-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-01-27 | 1992-07-28 | 1993-01-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |