Geometrical instruments – Gauge – With point marker
Reexamination Certificate
2001-06-13
2004-04-27
Fulton, Christopher W. (Department: 2859)
Geometrical instruments
Gauge
With point marker
C033S768000, C033S770000, C033S123000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06725560
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is generally related to the field of hardware tools, and more particularly to measuring devices including tape measures and the like.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Measuring tapes, including those having recoiling mechanisms and locking mechanisms, are traditionally used by carpenters as a convenient means for measuring out predetermined distances of materials such as during construction. Typically, the tape measure includes a graduated tape including a metal catch having a 90 degree angle on the end thereof. A locking switch is adapted to secure the tape in a predetermined position during the use thereof, where the release thereof allows the tape to be automatically recoiled into the housing.
Traditionally, one hand holds the tape measure while the other hand marks a material being measured with a pencil at a point corresponding to a desired graduation of the tape. This technique can be very awkward in many situations as a worker finds himself needing a second hand for holding other tools or for supporting the material being measured.
There is desired an improved tape measure apparatus allowing for the selective use of a tape measure and marking therewith using only one hand, freeing the worker's other hand to hold materials or other tools.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention achieves technical advantages as an integrated recoiling tape measure with an integral marker secured thereto by a marker holder. The marker holder is uniquely designed to be attached to the side of the tape measure, and is angled in a first direction such that the marker tip extends forward of the tape holder, and is also angled laterally inward toward the tape itself and proximate the graduations thereof for easy and convenient marking of the material proximate the tape graduations.
The present invention preferably includes an attachment adapted to secure to the side of the tape measure, including a pencil holder securely extending a pencil forward of the holder and lateral of the tape. The attachment preferably includes a base and a detachable clip, which clip includes a tongue adapted to be received within a commensurate slit of the base. The clip has a carriage holder adapted to receive a marking instrument, such as a pencil, and preferably a carpenter's pencil. The carriage holder includes a set screw for securing the position of the marking utensil with respect to the holder and thus with respect to the tape measure itself.
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Fulton Christopher W.
Hoolahan Amanda J
Jackson & Walker, LLP
Klinger Robert C.
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