Combination cane and reaching apparatus

Details Combination cane and reaching apparatus Combination cane and reaching apparatus

1992-06-08

1993-01-05

Chilcot, Jr., Richard E.

Tent, canopy, umbrella, or cane

Canes, sticks, crutches, and walking aids

Combined and convertible

135 70, A45B 300

Patent

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051761602

ABSTRACT:
A combination cane and reaching apparatus includes a cane body having a longitudinal axis and terminating in a pair of ends, a top end having a handle member including a grip portion extending in a direction generally perpendicular to the cane body longitudinal axis, and a bottom end terminating in a cane tip. A trigger portion is secured to the cane body proximate the handle member, and includes a trigger element and a trigger pivot axis. A jaw portion is secured to the cane body proximate the cane tip, and includes a jaw element, a jaw pivot axis, and a spring. A string capture or lock portion is attached to the cane body between the trigger portion and jaw portion. A cable or string segment connects the trigger element and jaw element, with the string segment bearing a bead or knot along its length proximate the string lock portion.

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