US4566695A
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Game racket having adjustable string mounts
Assignee: MEL-CO Corp BOX 656 MASON CITY 50401
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Filing: 1983-03-17
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Granted: 1986-01-28
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Expires: 2003-03-17
Abstract
Abstract A racket having a rectangularly shaped head portion with holes located therein for the reception of adjustable string mounts. The adjustable mounts consist of a threaded end for engagement with a nut and two looped portions at the opposite end for engagement with the strings. Additionally, blind holes are located in the frame for seating the looped portions after the mounts have been sufficiently tightened.
Inventors
- 👤 Phillip J. Melby
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 08:45
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B51/00; A63B51/12; A63B49/00; A63B49/02; A63B49/022; A63B49/028
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
73 words
A racket for tennis, wherein the improvement comprises a racket handle and rectangular racket frame head and means for adjusting string loop tautness, said means consisting of an adjustable mounting stud with a threaded section, mounted in said racket frame head, a threaded nut for engagement with said threaded stud section mounted in said racket frame head, and stud legs of said mounting stud fitting in blind holes in said racket frame head.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
73 words
A racket for tennis, wherein the improvement comprises a racket handle and rectangular racket frame head and means for adjusting string loop tautness, said means consisting of an adjustable mounting stud with a threaded section, mounted in said racket frame head, a threaded nut for engagement with said threaded stud section mounted in said racket frame head, and stud legs of said mounting stud fitting in blind holes in said racket frame head.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1989-01-27 | 1989-07-29 | 1990-01-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1993-01-27 | 1993-07-29 | 1994-01-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1997-01-27 | 1997-07-29 | 1998-01-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |