Multiple function image switching attachment for a telescope or similar article

Description

FIG. 1 is a top plan view of a multiple function image switching attachment for a telescope or similar article showing my new design;

FIG. 2 is a front elevational view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a bottom plan view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a rear elevational view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a side elevational view thereof; and

FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view thereof, taken along line 6--6 of FIG. 2.

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Patent History
Patent number: D310381
Type: Grant
Filed: May 8, 1989
Date of Patent: Sep 4, 1990
Inventor: Jeffrey R. Charles (Sun City, AZ)
Primary Examiner: A. Hugo Word
Assistant Examiner: Doris V. Coles
Application Number: 7/348,650