Patent · US Expired

Hinged handbag handle apparatus

US4037633A · kind A · utility

15Cited by
4References
10Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 26, 1976
Grant dateJul 26, 1977
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 26, 1996

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA45C13/26
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

There is disclosed a hinged member which is adapted to be positioned on an inner flap of a handbag or similar apparatus. The hinged member is adapted to coact with a chain or handle to enable a user to carry the bag by means of the handle or carry the same by means of a chain about the shoulder of the user. In a closed position the user upon operation of the hinge, can cause the chain or handle to be placed inside the bag and hence utilize the bag as a clutch bag or remove the handle or chain entirely. The hinged member according to this invention and as positioned on the flap of the bag, is virtually hidden from view during normal use to maintain a desired and aesthetic overall appearance for the handle.

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