Buckles – buttons – clasps – etc. – Necktie fastener – Magnetic – adhesive – or snap type fastener connects tie to shirt
Reexamination Certificate
2004-08-16
2008-05-20
Sandy, Robert J (Department: 3677)
Buckles, buttons, clasps, etc.
Necktie fastener
Magnetic, adhesive, or snap type fastener connects tie to shirt
C024S303000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07373696
ABSTRACT:
An improved apparatus and method for holding garments, such as neckties, is disclosed. The device comprises a magnet, preferably made of a rare Earth material and magnetized to about Grade N35 or better, and a faceplate. In one embodiment, the magnet is positioned under at least a portion of the wearer's shirt while the faceplate is positioned on a portion of the wearer's necktie. The shirt and/or necktie may additionally include pockets for housing the magnet and/or faceplate. The faceplate may be decorative, and interchangeable, for prominent display in front of the necktie. Alternatively, the device may be configured to be completely hidden from view. Several means for retaining the magnet to the shirt upon separation of the garments are presented.
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Capesius Michael R.
Dorgan Stephen E.
Latawiec Szymon
Schoening Brian
Neal Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
Rodriguez Ruth C
Sandy Robert J
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