Patents Assigned to Dickson Weatherproof Nail Co.
  • Fastener with graphic indicator of dimensions and method for graphically indicating fastener dimensions
    Patent number: 5511917
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for graphically indicating the dimensions of fasteners on the fastener itself. According to a preferred embodiment, graphical indica are disposed on the head of a nail to visually indicate the length and/or gauge of the nail. Such indicia may include numerals and other shapes or objects. Preferably, one or more hatch marks are disposed about the face of the nail in the form of a clock face and representing such dimensions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 30, 1996
    Assignee: Dickson Weatherproof Nail Co.
    Inventor: Charles F. Dickson