US4753009A
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Multi-function sewing implement
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1987-03-09
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Granted: 1988-06-28
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Expires: 2007-03-09
Abstract
Abstract A multi-function sewing implement having a scissor configuration wherein one cutting edge is curved for raising and severing single stitches and the opposing cutting edge is straight. The adjacent edge member is provided with an extension containing a recess useful in the ripping of seams.
Inventors
- 👤 Mary I. Haga
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 07:26
CPC Classifications
B; B26; B26B; B26B13/00; B26B13/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
163 words
A multifunction sewing implement which comprises: (a) a first elongated member having a curved first end portion and a hand-grippable opposing end portion; (b) a second elongated member having a second end portion and a hand-grippable opposing end portion; (c) means for rotationally securing said first and second members intermediate the end portions thereof; (d) a first cutting edge formed on said curved first end portion; (e) a second cutting edge formed on the second elongated member adjacent said first cutting edge; (f) extension means affixed to said second end portion and extending outwardly therefrom beyond the end of the first end portion of the first elongated member; and (g) slot means formed in said extension means and having at least one sharpened edge therein for severing thread, said slot means including a protrusion formed on one side thereof for movement along a fabric surface located on the side of said slot means remote from the first end portion of said first member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
163 words
A multifunction sewing implement which comprises: (a) a first elongated member having a curved first end portion and a hand-grippable opposing end portion; (b) a second elongated member having a second end portion and a hand-grippable opposing end portion; (c) means for rotationally securing said first and second members intermediate the end portions thereof; (d) a first cutting edge formed on said curved first end portion; (e) a second cutting edge formed on the second elongated member adjacent said first cutting edge; (f) extension means affixed to said second end portion and extending outwardly therefrom beyond the end of the first end portion of the first elongated member; and (g) slot means formed in said extension means and having at least one sharpened edge therein for severing thread, said slot means including a protrusion formed on one side thereof for movement along a fabric surface located on the side of said slot means remote from the first end portion of said first member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
The invention of claim 1 wherein said protrusion has a rounded end, said protrusion extending longitudinally outward from said slot means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
The invention of claim 2 wherein said protrusion has an outer edge parallel to the adjacent edge of the slot means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
The invention of claim 3 wherein the second end portion of the second elongated member is tapered inwardly from the extension means to permit the outer edge thereof to contact the surface of a workpiece.
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) | 1991-06-28 | 1991-12-28 | 1992-06-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1995-06-28 | 1995-12-28 | 1996-06-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1999-06-28 | 1999-12-28 | 2000-06-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |