Lace securing apparatus
US9901140B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 1, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43C5/00
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus for securing a lace onto footwear includes a base portion having a top surface, first and second ends, and first and second sides, a hook portion extending from the top surface of the base portion adjacent to the first end of the base portion and overlying the top surface of the base portion, and side walls extending upwardly from the top surface of the base portion adjacent to the first and second sides of the base portion, the top surface of the base portion, the hook portion and the side walls forming a channel into which the lace can be inserted and securely held.
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