Patents by Inventor J. Kirk Freeman

J. Kirk Freeman 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).

  • Compressible pick for stringed musical instruments
    Patent number: 6225539
    Abstract: A compressible pick for playing a stringed musical instrument. The compressible pick generally includes a compressible body having at least two adjoined striking surfaces on one end and a variable thickness user grip on an opposing end. The compressible body may further include at least one stiffening member to alter the stiffness and acoustic properties of the compressible pick. The compressible pick may also include frictional features that provide an improved grip. Additionally, the compressible pick may include ornamental features.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2001
    Inventor: J. Kirk Freeman
  • Compressible guitar pick
    Patent number: D448400
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2001
    Inventor: J. Kirk Freeman
  • Radially compressible guitar pick
    Patent number: D454149
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2002
    Inventor: J. Kirk Freeman