Apparatus and methods for attachment and detachment of watch straps
US6597638B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 25, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG04D1/0007
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for attachment and detachment of watch straps are provided. The apparatus and methods of the present invention may be used to attach a strap to and detach a strap from a watch having a strap attached by a compressible spring bar. In some embodiments, the invention may include a tool for attaching and detaching the strap that has a base and a blade. The base may support the watch and the blade may protrude from the base to compress the spring bar and release it from the body of the watch. The blade may have a notch for engaging the spring bar.
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