Patents Examined by Shih-yung Hsiuh
  • Patent number: 5859377
    Abstract: A pick for a stringed musical instrument includes a first and a second surface. At least one of the first and the second surface has a replica of a fingertip impression for achieving enhanced pick gripability. A process for forming a stringed musical instrument pick includes the steps of forming the pick having first and second gripping surfaces. At least one of the first and second gripping surfaces has a replica of a fingertip impression therein for enhancing gripability of the pick. A pick holder for use in holding a standard pick used for playing a stringed musical instrument is also disclosed. The pick holder includes a first side and a second side connected with and spaced from the first side. A pocket is formed between the first and second sides and includes means for engaging the pick. At least one of the first surface of the first side and the second surface of the second side includes a replica of a fingertip impression for achieving enhanced pick gripability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 12, 1999
    Inventors: Richard J. Mackey, Darryl S. Griffing