Sewing thimble
US4944437A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 1988 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA41D13/087
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A two-sided thimble including an elastic fitting member and a hand pull flap. A first envelope surface permits fine needle work and a second surface including a contained rigid protective member facilitates heavy duty needle work. In an alternative construction, each surface may accommodate either heavy or fine needlework.
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