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Chipping and putting practice device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1990-12-12
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Granted: 1991-08-20
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Expires: 2010-12-12
Abstract
Abstract A chipping and putting practice device which includes a shaft and two arm attachment loops, which allows the practice device to be attached to the golfers arms, with the shaft laying across the inside portion of both elbows, so that the proper alignment of the forearms, elbows and shoulders to the intended target line can be obtained. This practicing device was designed and created to help the golfer achieve the movement and therefore the feeling of a one piece swing, which is coordinated and controlled by the large muscles of the upper body, encouraging the golfer to take the club straight back and then straight through the ball, with the shoulders, arms, hands and club acting as a single unit.
Inventors
- 👤 Joseph F. Leitao
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 08:47
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/0057; A63B69/0059; A63B2225/00; A63B2225/09
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
131 words
A chipping and putting practive device comprising: an enlongated rigid shaft including a leading and trailing end, said leading and trailing end each having a flexible elastic loop attached inwardly from opposite end portions to receive the golfer's arms therethrough, said elongated rigid shaft having a length permitting same to lay across the inside portion of each elbow while the golfer is addressing a golf ball for a chipping or putting stroke such that each corresponding forearm, elbow and shoulder is held in a symmetrical/mirror image position relative to the corresponding forearm, elbow and shoulder on the opposite side of the body to prevent relative movement between corresponding forearms, elbows and shoulders whereby the golfer creates a one piece take-a-way stroke by movement of the upper portion of the golfer's body.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
131 words
A chipping and putting practive device comprising: an enlongated rigid shaft including a leading and trailing end, said leading and trailing end each having a flexible elastic loop attached inwardly from opposite end portions to receive the golfer's arms therethrough, said elongated rigid shaft having a length permitting same to lay across the inside portion of each elbow while the golfer is addressing a golf ball for a chipping or putting stroke such that each corresponding forearm, elbow and shoulder is held in a symmetrical/mirror image position relative to the corresponding forearm, elbow and shoulder on the opposite side of the body to prevent relative movement between corresponding forearms, elbows and shoulders whereby the golfer creates a one piece take-a-way stroke by movement of the upper portion of the golfer's body.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
164 words
A chipping and putting practive device comprising: an elongated rigid shaft including a leading and trailing end, said leading and trailing end each having a flexible elastic loop attached inwardly from opposite end portions to receive the golfer's arms therethrough, said elongated rigid shaft having a length permitting same to lay across the inside portion of each elbow while the golfer is addressing a golf ball for a chipping or putting stroke such that each corresponding forearm, elbow and shoulder is held in a symmetrical/mirror image position relative to the corresponding forearm, elbow and shoulder on the opposite side of the body to prevent relative movement between corresponding forearms, elbows and shoulders whereby the golfer creates a one piece take-a-way stroke by movement of the upper portion of the golfer's body; said leading end portion extending outwardly of the golfer's leading elbow to provide visual alignment of said elongated rigid shaft in a line parallel to the line between the ball and the cup.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
164 words
A chipping and putting practive device comprising: an elongated rigid shaft including a leading and trailing end, said leading and trailing end each having a flexible elastic loop attached inwardly from opposite end portions to receive the golfer's arms therethrough, said elongated rigid shaft having a length permitting same to lay across the inside portion of each elbow while the golfer is addressing a golf ball for a chipping or putting stroke such that each corresponding forearm, elbow and shoulder is held in a symmetrical/mirror image position relative to the corresponding forearm, elbow and shoulder on the opposite side of the body to prevent relative movement between corresponding forearms, elbows and shoulders whereby the golfer creates a one piece take-a-way stroke by movement of the upper portion of the golfer's body; said leading end portion extending outwardly of the golfer's leading elbow to provide visual alignment of said elongated rigid shaft in a line parallel to the line between the ball and the cup.
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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) | 1994-08-19 | 1995-02-18 | 1995-08-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1998-08-19 | 1999-02-18 | 1999-08-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2002-08-19 | 2003-02-18 | 2003-08-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |