US4372282A
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Archery bow with arrow support
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-02-08
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Granted: 1983-02-08
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Expires: 2000-02-08
Abstract
Abstract A device for supporting an arrow disposed in a ready-to-shoot position on an archery bow. The device has at least three contact points for contacting the arrow and completely radially supporting the arrow. Three openings are provided for receiving the rear guide fins of the arrow therethrough when the arrow is projected.
Inventors
- 👤 Edward Sanders
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 10:13
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41B; F41B5/00; F41B5/14; F41B5/1403; F41B5/143
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
118 words
An archery bow comprising: a bow member having a handle disposed at a midportion thereof and an open arrow rest ledge disposed adjacent said handle; radial support means for radially supporting an arrow in a ready-to-shoot position with respect to said bow member including an exterior frame having an opening for receiving an arrow longitudinally therethrough and at least three flexible arrow support arms extending radially into said opening forming a radial enclosure for radially supporting an arrow in a ready-to-shoot position with respect to said bow member; and means for removably connecting said radial support means to said bow member such that said archery bow is functional in a conventional manner with said radial support means removed.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
118 words
An archery bow comprising: a bow member having a handle disposed at a midportion thereof and an open arrow rest ledge disposed adjacent said handle; radial support means for radially supporting an arrow in a ready-to-shoot position with respect to said bow member including an exterior frame having an opening for receiving an arrow longitudinally therethrough and at least three flexible arrow support arms extending radially into said opening forming a radial enclosure for radially supporting an arrow in a ready-to-shoot position with respect to said bow member; and means for removably connecting said radial support means to said bow member such that said archery bow is functional in a conventional manner with said radial support means removed.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
The archery bow of claim 1 wherein said arms are disposed such that at least three spaces are formed between said arms for receiving vanes of an arrow therethrough when an arrow is projected from said archery bow.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
29 words
The archery bow of claim 1 wherein said arms are sufficiently flexible to allow radial insertion and removal of an arrow between said arms into and from said enclosure.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The archery bow of claim 1 wherein said frame comprises a circular ring and wherein said arms extend radially inwardly from the interior of said ring.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
32 words
The archery bow of claim 1 wherein at least one of said arms has a movable end portion which is adjustable radially inwardly and outwardly for changing the size of said enclosure.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
69 words
The archery bow of claim 1 wherein said radial support means includes a plate extending radially from said frame having at least one slot therein; and wherein said connecting means comprises a fastener for extending through said at least one slot into said bow member such that said radial support means is fixed to said bow member in a selected yet adjustable position along said at least one slot.
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) | 1986-02-07 | 1986-08-09 | 1987-02-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-02-07 | 1990-08-09 | 1991-02-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-02-07 | 1994-08-09 | 1995-02-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |