US4531735A
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Bowling delivery reminder
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-04-29
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Granted: 1985-07-30
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Expires: 2000-04-29
Abstract
Abstract A device for application to the top of the index finger to remind the bowler of the proper position of the hand when delivering a bowling ball on the lane of a bowling alley.
Inventors
- 👤 Michael J. Kovacs
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 22:26
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/0046
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
88 words
A device removably secured to the index finger of a bowler's hand, comprising an elongated portion to seat on the upper side of the index finger, an integrally formed flat member extending angularly from the rearward end of the elongated portion to overlie and bear against the back of the hand forward of the wrist when holding a bowling ball, and strap means on said elongated portion for encircling the proximal phalanx only of the finger to secure said portion to the upper surface of the index finger.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
88 words
A device removably secured to the index finger of a bowler's hand, comprising an elongated portion to seat on the upper side of the index finger, an integrally formed flat member extending angularly from the rearward end of the elongated portion to overlie and bear against the back of the hand forward of the wrist when holding a bowling ball, and strap means on said elongated portion for encircling the proximal phalanx only of the finger to secure said portion to the upper surface of the index finger.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The device according to claim 1 wherein the flat member extends at an angle of about 140 degrees.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The device according to claim 1 wherein the said flat member is wider than the elongated member.
Claim 5
Independent Claim
129 words
A device for wearing on the finger and hand of a bowler to enhance bowling proficiency comprising: a rigid element formed in an obtuse angle with first and second elongated portions extending from the apex of said angle; said first and second portions being adapted to overlie and bear against the back of the index finger and the back of the hand when the finger is bent at an angle corresponding to said obtuse angle; and securing means for securing said device to the hand and finger consisting of means for attaching only said first elongated portion to the back side of the index finger, said attaching means allowing bending of the finger toward the palm while constraining backward bending thereof to a bent position approximating said obtuse angle.
Claim 6
Independent Claim
129 words
A device for wearing on the finger and hand of a bowler to enhance bowling proficiency comprising: a rigid element formed in an obtuse angle with first and second elongated portions extending from the apex of said angle; said first and second portions being adapted to overlie and bear against the back of the index finger and the back of the hand when the finger is bent at an angle corresponding to said obtuse angle; and securing means for securing said device to the hand and finger consisting of means for attaching only said first elongated portion to the back side of the index finger, said attaching means allowing bending of the finger toward the palm while constraining backward bending thereof to a bent position approximating said obtuse angle.
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) | 1988-07-29 | 1989-01-28 | 1989-07-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-07-29 | 1993-01-28 | 1993-07-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-07-29 | 1997-01-28 | 1997-07-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |