Timepiece incorporating wristband contact elements
US7654732B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 2, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA44C5/12
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A wrist-worn timepiece may have a case, a timing element, a wristband, and a contact element. The timing element is located within the case. The wristband extends outward from the case and defines an aperture. The contact element is secured to the wristband and has an outer portion and a locking portion. The outer portion forms a portion of an exterior surface of the timepiece and is located to contact a wrist of a wearer. The outer portion is also formed of a first material. The locking portion is joined with the outer portion and positioned to contact an edge of the aperture. The locking portion is also formed of a second material.
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