Golf ball with fluorescent cover
US4798386A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 11, 1988 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 11, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S273/24
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An improved colored golf ball is disclosed. The golf ball is made with a fluorescent coloring. In order to improve durability and give very pleasing aesthetics, the fluorescent coloring is blended into the cover stock. The name and/or number preferably are stamped directly onto the core for surprisingly superior durability. The cover stock can suitably be a clear ionomer resin and for highest gloss a clear final coating can be applied. If the name or trademark is stamped directly onto the core, it is visible through the clear cover. A UV stabilizer may be included. If a dye is used, it is preferred that it be 0.01-0.4% by weight of the cover and if a pigment is used the preferred range is 0.5-6% by weight of the cover.
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