Harvesters – Hand rakes – Combined – convertible and attachments
Reexamination Certificate
2009-07-02
2011-11-01
Torres, Alicia (Department: 3671)
Harvesters
Hand rakes
Combined, convertible and attachments
C294S001300, C294S001400, C294S001500
Reexamination Certificate
active
08046982
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for retrieving soft objects, the apparatus comprising a storage section, a gathering section, a rim and an elongated handle. The storage section is shaped like an open basket on its side and having a top and a bottom. The gathering section extends from the bottom of the storage section, comprises two barrier regions separated by a retaining region, and has a leading edge. The rim is attached at least to the leading edge. The handle projects upward from the top of the storage section at such an angle to permit a raking motion when collecting objects. Also a method for gathering soft objects on the ground including the steps of rotating handle of above apparatus to place its bottom on the ground, pulling the apparatus over fruit-laden ground, and rotating handle so bottom is on top to move the objects elsewhere.
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Berggren William R.
Berggren Law Offices, LLC
Torres Alicia
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