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Observation stand

US4134474A · kind A · utility

47Cited by
5References
12Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 31, 1978
Grant dateJan 16, 1979
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 31, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE06C1/39
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A portable observation stand for mounting on trees having a wide range of diameters. The stand includes a frame, which is detachably secured to a selected tree, and an articulated ladder which may be retained in a climbing position, for entry by an outdoorsman, and in a base position to provide support for a floor during use. A U-shaped rail may be mounted on the frame, and a shroud which encloses the stand may be secured to the rail.

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