Player Manipulated Turf Repair Tool Patents (Class 473/408)
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Publication number: 20110015001Abstract: A clip-on golf tool for selective attachment to an article of a golfer's clothing or a golf bag includes a body portion having front and rear sides. A ball marker is removably coupled to the front side of the body portion. A pair of generally parallel tines is attached to a lower end of the body portion and extending outwardly. A cleaning pad is removably coupled to a mounting member and a saddle extends between the body portion and the mounting member, the saddle being configured to be selectively attached to an article of the golfer's clothing.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2010Publication date: January 20, 2011Inventor: Bill Hafdal
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Publication number: 20100323823Abstract: A golf tool having a plastic body with a two prong divot repair tool that protrudes from a first end of the body for repairing golf course divots. Located within the body is an integrated lighting device or, in the alternative, a waterproof empty chamber adapted to receive a lighting device or any item that can fit within the empty chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2009Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventors: Jay Halsey, Dean Sexton
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Patent number: 7850550Abstract: There is provided an improved pocket golf tool comprising a golf tee angle adjuster, together with one or more of the following components: golf tee leveler, a golf tee height adjuster, a divot repairer, a club face cleaner, a ball marker, and an object rest. In a preferred embodiment, all of these components are incorporated in the golf tool.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2009Date of Patent: December 14, 2010Inventors: John J. Nania, Philip Dinato
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Publication number: 20100248865Abstract: This invention is a hand tool for use by a golfer to repair a ball mark including a flat handle and long axes of two parallel blades. The said blades have an angle against the soil to constrain the direction of the blades movements. Furthermore, the handle of the tool has instructions how to use the tool correctly in words along with an iconic instruction. Therefore, allowing a golfer to follow the unique steps in sequence applying the specially angled and shaped two parallel prongs only toward the desired blades movements in order and prohibiting the unwanted blades movements in order to fix a divot mark for the fasted divot damage recovery.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2010Publication date: September 30, 2010Inventor: Hirofusa Otsubo
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Publication number: 20100234142Abstract: A golf ball turf repair tool preferably includes a handle member, a fork member and a pivot pin. The fork member includes a pivot base, at least one fork and a support projection. The at least one fork extends from one end of the pivot base and the support projection extends from the other end of the pivot base. The handle member preferably includes a substantially concave top surface, a pivot base slot and a support projection pocket. A pivot pin is inserted through an end of the handle member and pivot base. The fork member of the turf repair tool is inserted into the turf adjacent a ball crater. If the user attempts to rotate the turf repair tool clockwise relative to the turf, the turf repair tool will collapse and fold. If the turf repair tool is rotated counterclockwise, the turf repair tool will repair the ball crater.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 22, 2009Publication date: September 16, 2010Inventor: Frank G. Pearce
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Patent number: 7766769Abstract: An improved multi-functional golf tool having a handle portion formed at its proximal end, and a pair of prongs formed at its distal end and disposed in angular relation with the handle to facilitate the pivotal movement of the golf tool in repairing ball marks or other irregularities on the playing turf, and further providing pivotal leverage when the tool is reversed to aid in removing tees embedded in the ground is disclosed. The handle portion includes a top adapted to removably receive a ball mark. The handle includes a top side that defines a longitudinally aligned, generally U-shaped structure disposed at the handle distal end thereof approximately mid-length on the device that serves multiple functions, such as a thumb-rest, cigar holder, and club grip holder. In a corresponding position on the bottom side of the device a contoured surface runs in a transverse direction thereby providing a comfortable support for the user's index finger.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2007Date of Patent: August 3, 2010Inventor: Robert Lueders
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Publication number: 20100160063Abstract: A device for a game, the device attachable to a playing means and including a substantially annular gripping portion surrounding an inner member, said gripping portion including a first and a second end, the arrangement being such that with said first and second ends urged towards one another the gripping portion squeezes the inner member to more securely grip the playing means.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2009Publication date: June 24, 2010Inventor: Paul Ivor Harper
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Patent number: 7731609Abstract: A golf green repair tool with a depth limiting feature that has an earth engagement surface that has a forward slant to reposition the raised portion around a crater to the center region of the crater. A prong portion is adapted to be thrusted toward the center region of the crater and the repair tool is adapted to do minimal damage to the turf mat and provides a desirable method to repair craters left by impacting golf balls by properly repositioning of the displaced portions.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2007Date of Patent: June 8, 2010Assignee: Greenfix Golf, Inc.Inventors: Terry G. Wiens, Richard D. Edwards
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Patent number: 7716859Abstract: A golf club bag tag contains a tag body, a connection element, and at least a golf tool such as a divot repair tool or a golf ball marker. The tag body has a first major surface with an indentation for the embedment of the golf tool. The tag body could be hung on a golf club bag or a waist belt of a golfer by the connection element so that the golfer would not forget to bring the golf tool.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2009Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Assignee: Dragonseas & Co., Ltd.Inventor: Yin-Hai Chen
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Publication number: 20100113188Abstract: The present invention is a golf ball support and height adjustment device. Embodiments can include a divot repair tool, a golf ball cleaner, a ball marker, a bottle opener and can include a tapered end that can be used as a golf club groove cleaner.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2009Publication date: May 6, 2010Inventor: Lance Lee Prickett
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Publication number: 20100113175Abstract: A multi purpose golf tool adapted for repair for pitch mark type depressions in turf of a golf course. The tool employs an angled engagement of a handle and forks to a body to obtain mechanical advantage for forcing turf upward to repair turf depressions. A bottle opener and pop top opener are also provided. The device is also adapted to hold a cigar and to maintain a club shaft in an elevated position above the turf using an arched engagement of a handle end.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2009Publication date: May 6, 2010Inventor: Ryan Douglas Gill
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Publication number: 20100099519Abstract: A golf repair tool includes a pivot repair member movable between a stored and a deployed position, and includes a spring assist construct that facilitates movement from the stored to the deployed position, and vice-versa.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2009Publication date: April 22, 2010Inventors: Mitchell J. Leiber, Ortenzio M.A. Sticca, JR.
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Patent number: 7686710Abstract: A golf repair tool includes a pivot repair member movable between a stored and a deployed position, and includes a spring assist construct that facilitates movement from the stored to the deployed position, and vice-versa.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2007Date of Patent: March 30, 2010Inventors: Mitchell J. Leiber, Ortenzio M. A. Sticca, Jr.
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Patent number: 7654920Abstract: A multi-purpose golf accessory assembly comprises an elongated body member having a number of components mounted thereon. The components include a divot green repair tool, a magnetically secured marker and a golf ball marking instrument. The components are configured in such a way as to provide a golfer with a compact hand-held implement that is easily and conveniently utilized while the golfer engages in a round of golf.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2008Date of Patent: February 2, 2010Inventor: Thomas Wayne Perry
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Publication number: 20100022330Abstract: A multi-purpose spring-loaded divot repair tool comprising, in one embodiment, a forked end containing two prongs, a round ball marker, a concave recession, a handle, and a belt clip. The two prongs extend from one end of the handle and are used to repair divots. The round ball marker is located on the handle and is distally positioned to the forked end. Furthermore, the concave recession is proximally located to the round ball marker and distally located to the forked end, such that the concave recession faces upward when the forked end is inserted into the ground. The tool is manufactured from high quality materials.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2008Publication date: January 28, 2010Inventors: James Rourke, Christopher Rourke
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Publication number: 20090325734Abstract: There is provided an improved pocket golf tool comprising a golf tee angle adjuster, together with one or more of the following components: golf tee leveler, a golf tee height adjuster, a divot repairer, a club face cleaner, a ball marker, and an object rest. In a preferred embodiment, all of these components are incorporated in the golf tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2009Publication date: December 31, 2009Inventors: John J. Nania, Philip Dinato
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Publication number: 20090305817Abstract: A golf ball marker that includes a body having a geometric shape and an arcuate ball location reference for easily positioning a golf ball. The body may also include alignment indicia for aligning the golf ball with an intended ball path.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2008Publication date: December 10, 2009Inventor: Don T. Cameron
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Patent number: 7611426Abstract: A golf ball mark repair tool having the advantage of promoting the proper technique for repairing a ball mark on a green is provided. The ball mark repair tool generally includes a body member and a plurality of prongs extending from the body member. The prongs have an arcuate shape and project forwardly from the body member to facilitate pushing the edge of the ball mark towards the center. A method of using the ball mark repair tool is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2005Date of Patent: November 3, 2009Assignee: Team Effort, Inc.Inventor: Bruce Bradshaw
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Publication number: 20090239684Abstract: A golf ball mark repair tool includes an integrated set of rosary beads. Attached to the circumference of a circular handle are rosary beads operable to facilitate praying the rosary. The beads are equally spaced and apart from the handle to provide the user with not only an ability to discretely conduct the rosary but an enhanced tactual feel. At the same time the tool is operable to repair a ball mark. The tool further includes a detachable center portion operable as a mean for marking a player's ball on the green.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2009Publication date: September 24, 2009Applicant: SRAM Design Inc.Inventors: Scott R. Ross, Arthur Menichiello
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Publication number: 20090209370Abstract: A golf accessory holder is made up of an oblong housing for a spring-loaded spool, a belt clip on the back of the housing, and a divot repair tool is slidable through an external groove on the front of the housing, the tool being attached at one end to a flexible line which is wound upon the spool to enable extension of the tool when grasped by the golfer to repair a divot in the ground and to automatically retract the tool when released to slide upwardly into the groove; and other accessories, including a ball marker and golf tees may be releasably mounted on the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2008Publication date: August 20, 2009Inventors: Richard A. Smith, Troy Alan Smith
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Publication number: 20090209369Abstract: A golf accessory holder is made up of an oblong housing for a spring-loaded spool, a divot repair tool is slidable through a guideway on the housing, the tool being attached at one end to a flexible line which is wound upon the spool to enable extension of the tool when grasped by the golfer to repair a divot in the ground and to automatically retract the tool when released to slide upwardly into the groove; and other accessories, including a ball marker and golf tees may be releasably mounted on the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2009Publication date: August 20, 2009Inventors: Richard A. Smith, Troy A. Smith
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Publication number: 20090181808Abstract: A golf ball mark repair tool used to repair ball marks on golf course grass is provided with a pair of longitudinal legs that can be extended longitudinally and held to project a selected distance from the tool casing. The tool of the invention is held in one hand by the user and operated by the thumb of that same hand. The tool includes an internal detent mechanism that allows the legs to be extended and held at a selected length appropriate for repairing the particular ball mark to be repaired. The length of extension is controlled by a slide actuator operated by forward pressure applied by the thumb of the user. A spring loaded pushbutton mechanism, also operated by the user's thumb, allows a slide retraction spring to draw the slide, including the legs, back into the casing of the tool when repair of the ball mark has been completed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2009Publication date: July 16, 2009Inventor: John R. Tate
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Publication number: 20090163300Abstract: An improved multi-functional golf tool having a handle portion formed at its proximal end, and a pair of prongs formed at its distal end and disposed in angular relation with the handle to facilitate the pivotal movement of the golf tool in repairing ball marks or other irregularities on the playing turf, and further providing pivotal leverage when the tool is reversed to aid in removing tees embedded in the ground is disclosed. The handle portion includes a top adapted to removably receive a ball mark. The handle includes a top side that defines a longitudinally aligned, generally U-shaped structure disposed at the handle distal end thereof approximately mid-length on the device that serves multiple functions, such as a thumb-rest, cigar holder, and club grip holder. In a corresponding position on the bottom side of the device a contoured surface runs in a transverse direction thereby providing a comfortable support for the user's index finger.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2007Publication date: June 25, 2009Inventor: Robert Lueders
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Publication number: 20090119821Abstract: In combination, a belt and a ball mark repair tool, in which the ball mark repair tool is received in the belt and releasably secured for storing the tool when not in use.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2007Publication date: May 14, 2009Inventor: Jeffery Neil Stillwell
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Patent number: 7527563Abstract: Storage of a golf tool on a putter is disclosed where the golf tool may be easily placed in a storage state and easily removed from the storage state for use to perform a useful function associated with the play of the game of golf. The golf tool is stored on the shaft of a putter directly below the grip of the putter and on a rearward extent generally in a blind spot to the golfer while utilizing the putter to strike a golf ball. The attachment of the golf tool prevents axial rotation about the shaft of the putter from the blind spot into an orientation which would distract the golfer during putting. The golf tool will have at least structures to permit repair of divots on the green with additional structures to perform other functions available on the golf tool.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2007Date of Patent: May 5, 2009Inventor: Kenneth Neu
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Publication number: 20090111615Abstract: The present invention is a golf ball support and height adjustment device. Embodiments can include a divot repair tool, a golf ball cleaner, a ball marker, a bottle opener/tab can pry and can include a tapered end that can be used as a golf club groove cleaner.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2007Publication date: April 30, 2009Inventor: Lance Lee Prickett
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Publication number: 20090098952Abstract: A golf repair tool includes a pivot repair member movable between a stored and a deployed position, and includes a spring assist construct that facilitates movement from the stored to the deployed position, and vice-versa.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2007Publication date: April 16, 2009Inventors: Mitchell J. Leiber, Ortenzio M.A. Sticca, JR.
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Publication number: 20090082127Abstract: A golf tool including a body defining a divot repair tool with one or more fingers. A centrally disposed opening in the body is configured to receive a cigar. A solid perimeter body wall surrounds the opening and an exposed top edge of the body defines a rest support for a golf club handle.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2007Publication date: March 26, 2009Inventor: Peter Delle Donne
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Publication number: 20090054178Abstract: A multi-purpose golf accessory assembly comprises an elongated body member having a number of components mounted thereon. The components include a divot green repair tool, a magnetically secured marker and a golf ball marking instrument. The components are configured in such a way as to provide a golfer with a compact hand-held implement that is easily and conveniently utilized while the golfer engages in a round of golf.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2008Publication date: February 26, 2009Inventor: Thomas Wayne Perry
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Patent number: 7494431Abstract: A multi-purpose divot tool includes: a divot member having a pair of legs bifurcated from the divot member for repairing a golfing surface; a pen member rotatably mounted on the divot member and operatively protruding a ball pen or pencil outwardly for writing scores; and a marker magnetically attracted on the divot member and removably provided for marking purpose on a green.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2007Date of Patent: February 24, 2009Inventor: Austin Wang
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Publication number: 20080280701Abstract: A multi-purpose divot tool includes: a divot member having a pair of legs bifurcated from the divot member for repairing a golfing surface; a pen member rotatably mounted on the divot member and operatively protruding a ball pen or pencil outwardly for writing scores; and a marker magnetically attracted on the divot member and removably provided for marking purpose on a green.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2007Publication date: November 13, 2008Inventor: Austin Wang
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Publication number: 20080268985Abstract: A golf green repair tool with a depth limiting feature that has an earth engagement surface that has a forward slant to reposition the raised portion around a crater to the center region of the crater. A prong portion is adapted to be thrusted toward the center region of the crater and the repair tool is adapted to do minimal damage to the turf mat and provides a desirable method to repair craters left by impacting golf balls by properly repositioning of the displaced portions.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2007Publication date: October 30, 2008Inventors: Terry G. Wiens, Richard D. Edwards
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Publication number: 20080230435Abstract: Multiple embodiments of a golf accessory holder and a divot tool are disclosed. A golf accessory holder (1) has an opening (16) into which a divot repair tool (2) is at least partially inserted. The repair tool is held in the opening either by a magnetic or magnetized plate (24) and/or by friction. The holder may have a mounting hole (13) into which a clamp or clip is attached, or may have a clip (31, 32) which can be attached to a belt or a loop. The tool may have a magnetic or magnetized insert (2A) which is attracted to the plate. The holder can secure divot tools, ball markers, hat clips, and other items, used for or with golfing.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2006Publication date: September 25, 2008Inventor: Jeffrey L. Cope
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Publication number: 20080220908Abstract: A utility golf repairdivitfork@ball marker combo was invented with the handycap in mind. Most golf greens are very hard making it hard to make repairs. the easeytwist makes it easeyer to make repairs, by making a quarter turn twisting motion all around divit mark with four tines at the end of FIG. 1. At the other end of FIG. 1. is a marker slot to hold marker with the adjustment screw as shown in FIG. 2. Most markers are lost out of pocket, but not when attached to FIG. 1.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2007Publication date: September 11, 2008Inventor: James Arthur Jaffe
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Publication number: 20080214329Abstract: A golf pitch mark repairer (101) is adapted to be removably retained on an extremity of a golf club, thereby allowing a golfer to utilise the reach afforded by the golf club to facilitate repair of the pitch mark. The pitch mark repairer (101) comprises a sleeve (103) for receiving the golf club extremity, and a retaining mechanism in the form of resilient tabs (111a, 111b) adapted to resist movement of the golf club relative to the pitch mark repairer (101). The golf club extremity is inserted with a sliding collar (117) positioned towards closed end (105) of sleeve (103). The sleeve (103) comprises windows (116a, 116b) through which respective portions of resilient tabs (111a, 111b) are urged to protrude outwardly when the golf club extremity is inserted. Thereafter the sliding collar (117) is engaged by sliding it along the sleeve (103) towards its open end (107).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2006Publication date: September 4, 2008Inventors: Kevin Bailey, Paul Simpson
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Publication number: 20080161138Abstract: When the present invention when it is turned horizontally and the user looks at the hole from behind the ball, a level placed parallel to the horizontal edge of the present invention, when aligning the edge to the top of a golf hole, tells the slope. On the edge of the present invention are distance lines so that when the tool is held vertically, distances can be determined on the fairway to the hole.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2006Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventor: Paul Anthony Jacobs
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Publication number: 20080153631Abstract: A combination golf ball gauge and divot repair device is disclosed. The device includes a gauge portion and a divot tool portion. The gauge portion of the device may be used to assist a golfer in determining whether a golf ball has become out of round and, thereby, unsuitable for play. The divot tool portion may be used to repair divots left by golf balls on putting greens, in accordance with golf etiquette. The combination of the golf ball gauge portion and divot tool portion may provide for a convenient all-in-one tool for golfers.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 26, 2006Publication date: June 26, 2008Inventor: Robert J. Mazetta
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Publication number: 20080135444Abstract: A combination golf tool apparatus that includes a case for receiving an adjustable shaft member. The adjustable shaft member including a helical groove for receiving a protrusion disposed within the case that guides and controls the linear positioning of the shaft member within the case. The adjustable shaft member further includes a convex surface opposite a head, the convex surface defines an upper end of a cavity defined within the case. The cavity is for insertion of an upper golf tee portion, such that rotating the shaft member adjustably positions the shaft member in the case thereby defining a distance in the cavity. The head includes a magnet disposed in a recess for receiving a metallic ball marker. The case further includes a divot tool clearance and means for storing a divot tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2006Publication date: June 12, 2008Inventor: George E. Malcom
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Publication number: 20080125251Abstract: A golf tool including: a body having first and second longitudinal ends and oppositely disposed faces; a conical receptacle in one of the body faces, between the first and second longitudinal ends of the body, and opening towards the first longitudinal end of the body; a blade edge positioned within the conical receptacle; and a plurality of elongated tines longitudinally extending from the first longitudinal end of the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2007Publication date: May 29, 2008Inventor: Michael Sheehan
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Publication number: 20080070715Abstract: An extendible golf tool includes a handle portion with front and rear portions, an extendible portion with a rear portion operably connected to the front portion of the handle portion, and a generally pointed tool operably connected to the front portion of the extendible portion. A ball retriever attachment may optionally be provided at the rear portion of the handle portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2006Publication date: March 20, 2008Inventor: Victor Barouh
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Publication number: 20080051227Abstract: A ball mark repair tool includes a flat handle and vertical blades extending forward of the handle on parallel blade axes. The blades are oriented in planes parallel to each other and normal to the plane of the handle. The handle is adapted to be grasped between a user's thumb and fingers, and the blades are adapted for incremental movement through turf and soil.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 28, 2006Publication date: February 28, 2008Inventor: Hirofusa Otsubo
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Publication number: 20070298900Abstract: The instant invention relates to a multipurpose golf assembly capable of being attached to a golf club. The assembly includes a turf repair tool having a first side and a second side interconnected by a median portion. The first side having at least one integrally attached turf repair implement, and the second side having an integral attachment device for creation of a reliable interference fit upon insertion into a golf club. The assembly further includes a cover constructed and arranged to enclose the first side of the turf repair tool by removable engagement with the median portion of the turf repair tool. The assembly may include at least one ball spot marker constructed and arranged to removably attach to the cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2006Publication date: December 27, 2007Inventor: J.W. Johnson
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Publication number: 20070219023Abstract: A device for carrying and removably displaying small disk-like items has a substantially planar body with a front, a back, and a pair of arms made of a resilient material defining a C-shaped elastic opening, and an internal slot parallel to the front and back and accessible from the C-shaped elastic open end for receiving a disk-like item wherein a portion of the body partially covers the area adjacent a periphery of a disk-like item when fully inserted into said internal slot. In an alternative embodiment, the C-shaped disk retainer forms a golfer's ball marker retainer at the handle end of a divot repair tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2007Publication date: September 20, 2007Inventor: Matthew Stanley
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Patent number: 7238126Abstract: A golf green repair tool with a depth limiting feature that has an earth engagement surface that has a forward slant to reposition the raised portion around a crater to the center region of the crater. A prong portion is adapted to be thrusted toward the center region of the crater and the repair tool is adapted to do minimal damage to the turf mat and provides a desirable method to repair craters left by impacting golf balls by properly repositioning of the displaced portions.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2005Date of Patent: July 3, 2007Assignee: Greenfix Golf, Inc.Inventors: Terry G. Wiens, Richard D. Edwards
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Patent number: 7238125Abstract: A green restoring device in the form of a tool by means of which damages, in particular impressions in a golf green, caused by the impact of a golf ball, can be repaired, and comprising a carrier (1) in which a green restoring tool (2) is arranged to be maintained in fully retracted and fully expelled position, respectively, and in which the carrier is made of a non-magnetic material and the carrier (1), at the front end thereof, if formed with means (11, 12; 12a; 12b) for cleaning the tool (2) while the tool is being retracted into the carrier (1). The carrier (1) of the green restoring device is a) at the front end thereof and at the underside thereof formed with a recess (6) having a magnet (7) for holding a marker button easily releasable, and b) at the rear end thereof formed with a built in magnet (9) for holding the tool (2) under magnetic action in its fully retracted position, and a slot (10), in which a fixing clip (4) is adapted to be secured.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2004Date of Patent: July 3, 2007Inventor: Richard Dymling
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Patent number: 7189166Abstract: A golfing accessory for supporting a golf club away from a ground surface. The golf club has a shaft. The accessory includes a substantially elongated body defining a body first end and a substantially longitudinally opposed body second end. The body is provided with a shaft receiving recess for receiving at least partially therein the shaft, the recess being provided substantially adjacent the body first end. A ground engaging member is pivotably attached to the body substantially adjacent to the body second end for pivotal movement between a retracted configuration and an extended configuration. The ground engaging member defines a member distal tip for insertion at least in part into the ground. In the retracted configuration, the member distal tip is substantially in register with the body, and in the extended configuration, the member distal tip extends substantially outwardly from the body.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2005Date of Patent: March 13, 2007Inventor: Jean-Guy Paré
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Patent number: 7140983Abstract: An improved divot tool for golfers, which tool includes textured or contoured tines for more effectively mechanically engaging soil beneath a divot to thereby more effectively manipulate and de-compact the soil in remediation of a divot.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2003Date of Patent: November 28, 2006Inventor: Larry Pietsch
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Patent number: 7083535Abstract: A multi-purpose golf tool that includes a club handle support, a two-pronged ball mark repair tool, an attachment clip, a ball marking structure, an ink reservoir for supplying the ball marking structure, and a ball position marking disk structure.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2003Date of Patent: August 1, 2006Inventor: Melvin D. Robinson
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Patent number: 7070519Abstract: A golf accessory apparatus having a divot tool and a removable ball marker includes an elongate body having a pair of prongs on one end forming a divot tool. A ball marker support is incorporated into the body and has a window for viewing a face of the marker. The marker is coin-shaped having an outer circumferential raised ridge on each side for forming a pair of recessed surfaces for receiving a printed image. The marker is inserted thorough edge openings on the tool body so as to display one of the printed images in the window. Protuberances are formed in the edge openings to releasably restrain the ball marker without scratching of the printed images on the marker during insertion and removal.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2004Date of Patent: July 4, 2006Inventor: Miro D. Bellagamba
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Patent number: 7033288Abstract: A multipurpose tool assembly to perform a divot repair operation, a coring operation and/or a green surface smoothing operation on a golf green. There is an elongate operating section having on one end a divot repair tool portion and on the other end a coring tool portion. The operating section can be connected to the handle in either of two configurations to perform either the divot repair operation or the coring operation.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2004Date of Patent: April 25, 2006Inventors: Richard D. Edwards, Terry Wiens