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Portable fence stile
Assignee: Gem Inc
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Filing: 1988-10-24
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Granted: 1989-05-16
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Expires: 2008-10-24
Abstract
Abstract A portable fence stile comprising a metal tube of length greater than the height of the vertical fence support posts. The tube having longitudinal vertical slots on opposite sides extending from the bottom to a height slightly greater than the height of the top fence horizontal wire. Stepping distance from the bottom of the tube flat horizontal foot rests extending outwards from the tube on each side of the longitudinal slots. A pliable strap slidably affixed to the longitudinal slot for compressively holding the ends of the tube to prevent spreading or the attach the stile tube to a vertical wood fence post. A rigid horizontal handle at the top of the tube provides climber support.
Inventors
- 👤 Bernard T. McManus
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 01:11
CPC Classifications
E; E06; E06C; E06C1/00; E06C1/02; E06C1/38; E06C1/381; E06C9/00; E06C9/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
153 words
A portable fence stile that is placed over a fence having spaced horizontal wires supported by metal, or wood, vertical posts wherein the improvement comprises: a. a vertical metal tube having a length sufficient to extend above the fence post; b. the tube having an inside diameter sufficient to accommodate a vertical metal fence support post; c. the tube having longitudinal slots on opposite sides; d. the slots extending upwards from the bottom of the tube to a height sufficient to clear the top horizontal fence wire; e. horizontal foot rests with upwardly extended outside ends a stepping distance up from the bottom of the tube between the tube slots; f. the tube having a rigid horizontal handle at the top; g. a pliable fabric, or leather, strap slidably affixed to the tube slots; and, h. the strap fastened in a closed loop by means of Velcro, a buckle or other fastening means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
153 words
A portable fence stile that is placed over a fence having spaced horizontal wires supported by metal, or wood, vertical posts wherein the improvement comprises: a. a vertical metal tube having a length sufficient to extend above the fence post; b. the tube having an inside diameter sufficient to accommodate a vertical metal fence support post; c. the tube having longitudinal slots on opposite sides; d. the slots extending upwards from the bottom of the tube to a height sufficient to clear the top horizontal fence wire; e. horizontal foot rests with upwardly extended outside ends a stepping distance up from the bottom of the tube between the tube slots; f. the tube having a rigid horizontal handle at the top; g. a pliable fabric, or leather, strap slidably affixed to the tube slots; and, h. the strap fastened in a closed loop by means of Velcro, a buckle or other fastening means.
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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) | 1992-05-15 | 1992-11-14 | 1993-05-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-05-15 | 1996-11-14 | 1997-05-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-05-15 | 2000-11-14 | 2001-05-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |