Patents by Inventor Charles M. Miknich

Charles M. Miknich has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Zipper repair tool and method of use therefore
    Patent number: 6839949
    Abstract: A hand tool that has a pliers-like body and a special head. The head has a pair of parallel teeth that fit onto the grooves of a zipper guide. As the tool is squeezed, the teeth force the grooves closed uniformly and symmetrically. In this way, the tool can adjust the grooves on all types of zippers quickly and easily. Such a tool can be used on all types of zippers, such as those found on tents, clothing, tote bags, luggage and many other things.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2005
    Inventor: Charles M. Miknich
  • Light-weight boat anchor
    Patent number: D416224
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 1998
    Date of Patent: November 9, 1999
    Inventor: Charles M. Miknich