Golf ball grabber

a golf ball and handle technology, applied in the field of assistive devices, can solve the problems of inability to teach a straight handle, pasternaks are too long and clumsy for continuous use on the golf course, and prior art in this field suffers from numerous problems, so as to improve the direct engagement, comfort and control of the user

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-03-16
DALSING RICHARD E +1
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[0019] It is also an object of the present invention for the translucent or clear nature of the cup to allow the user to better direct engagement between th...

Problems solved by technology

It does not, however, teach a straight handle, but only a handle having a forty-five (45) degree angle.
Retrievers as described and suggested by Pasternak are too long and clumsy for continuous use on the golf course to grab or pick-up a ball from the course.
The prior art found in this area suffers from numerous problems as illustrated by the patents.
The use of an off-set handle in...

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Element DescriptionElement #Gripping area1Fixed first stage storage tube2Cam lock-type mechanism3Final extension tube4Translucent grabber cup5Storage area6Collar7Threaded second end of final extension tube8Threaded opening in the grabber cup9Opening for fixed first stage storage tube10Wrist restraint fastening point11Flared end on final stage extension tube12Translucent grabber cup's friction fit collar13Cushion grip cover14Intermediate stage tube compression locking cap interface15Intermediate stage tube compression locking cap16Intermediate stage retractable extension tube17Threaded end of fixed first stage storage tube18Final stage tube compression locking cap19Safety wrist restraint20Intermediate stage tube compression locking cap interface21Intermediate stage tube compression ring22Intentionally Left Blank23Intentionally Left Blank24Intentionally Left Blank25Intentionally Left Blank26Final stage extension tube compression ring27

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Abstract

A telescoping retractable assistive device for grabbing or picking-up golf balls is disclosed. The device comprises an elongate shaft having multiple sections. The length of the elongate shaft may be adjusted for compact storage or to extend the reach of the user. The elongated shaft is attached to a cup with a diameter sized to allow engagement with the top outside surface of a golf ball. The cup may be made of a resilient material which expands or contracts slightly upon engagement with the golf ball. In the preferred embodiment, the cup is translucent or clear to further improve direction and engagement with the ball. With this device, a golf ball lying on the golf course can be picked-up by the user standing on the golf course or sitting in a golf cart.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] (Not Applicable) STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT [0002] No federal funds were used to develop or create the invention disclosed and described in the patent application. REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING COMPACT DISK APPENDIX [0003] (Not Applicable) BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0004] This invention relates to assistive devices and more particularly to a portable device useful for increasing the reach and comfort of a golfer. Generally, these devices share several characteristics such as extending the user's reach and grabbing or picking-up a golf ball. Additionally, the devices are used either while standing on the course or sitting in a golf cart. Several patents, as discussed below, are worth review with regard to this invention. [0005] 1. U.S. Pat. No. 4,846,515 ('515) issued to Hall teaches a handle and a cup with a closed end and an open end. The cup element as clai...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B47/02
CPCA63B57/00A63B47/02
Inventor DALSING, RICHARD E.DALSING, MARY LOU
Owner DALSING RICHARD E
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