Watch, method for producing a cushion and method for producing a watch

Abstract

To provide a wrist watch capable of protecting a case and a band of the wrist watch, a method for producing a cushion, and a method for producing the wrist watch.SOLUTION: A wristwatch includes a case (102), an annular metallic band 103A connected to the case (102), and a first cushion (201) and a second cushion (202) that protect at least the metallic band 103A, wherein the first cushion (201) has a length in a first direction longer than a length in a second direction, is connected to the second cushion (202) at a part of an end in the second direction, and supports an inner side of the annular metallic band 103A, and the second cushion (202) supports an outer side of the annular metallic band 103A.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 7C

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a watch, a method for producing a cushion, and a method for producing a watch. [Background technology]

[0002] Patent document 1 discloses a configuration in which a support cushion is placed inside the watch ring, and the support cushion and the watch are further covered with a protective sheath, thereby preventing damage to the watch and deterioration of its appearance. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 6659179 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, the configuration described in Patent Document 1 places a cushion inside the ring of the watch, and is not suitable for protecting watches that are not in a ring. In other words, there is a need for a cushion that can be used for both watches that are in a ring and watches that are not in a ring and are laid flat. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] The wristwatch comprises a case, a circular band connected to the case, and at least a first cushion and a second cushion that protect the band, wherein the length of the first cushion in a first direction is longer than the length in a second direction, the first cushion is connected to the second cushion at a portion of its end in the second direction, and supports the inside of the circular band, and the second cushion supports the outside of the circular band.

[0006] The wristwatch comprises a case, a first band connected to one end of the case, a second band connected to the other end of the case, and a first cushion, a second cushion, and a third cushion that protect at least the first band and the second band, wherein the length of the first cushion in a first direction is longer than the length in a second direction, the first cushion is connected to the second cushion at part of its end in the second direction, and is positioned between the case and the second band and the first band, the third cushion is connected to the second cushion, the part connecting the case and the first band passes between the first cushion and the second cushion, and the first cushion and the third cushion sandwich the first band.

[0007] The method for producing a cushion includes a defibration process for defibrating a mass of fibers into a fibrous material, a deposition process for depositing the fibrous material into a deposited material, and a production process for shaping the deposited material to produce a cushion having a first cushion and a second cushion, and the production process includes a cutting process for cutting the first cushion so that the length in a first direction of the first cushion is longer than the length in a second direction and so that a portion of the end in the second direction is connected to the second cushion.

[0008] A method for producing a wristwatch includes a case and a circular band connected to the case, and produces the cushions using the cushion production method described above, placing the first cushion inside a ring of the band, supporting the ring from the inside with the first cushion, and surrounding the outside of the ring with the second cushion.

[0009] A method for producing a wristwatch includes a case, a first band connected to one end of the case, and a second band connected to the other end of the case, and the cushion is produced using the cushion production method described above, and the first cushion is sandwiched between the case, the second band, and the first band, and the first cushion and the second cushion sandwich the first band. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0010] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the configuration of a wristwatch. [Figure 2] A plan view showing the configuration when the cushion protecting the metal band watch is open. [Figure 3] A plan view showing the configuration when the cushion protecting the leather band watch is open. [Figure 4] FIG. [Figure 5] 1 is a flow chart illustrating a method for producing a cushion. [Figure 6] 1 is a flow chart illustrating a method for producing a wristwatch. [Figure 7A] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 7B] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 7C] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 7D] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a method for producing a wristwatch. [Figure 7E] Side view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 8] 1 is a flow chart illustrating a method for producing a wristwatch. [Figure 9A] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a method for producing a wristwatch. [Figure 9B] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 9C] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 9D] Side view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing another cushion configuration. [Figure 11A] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 11B] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 11C] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 11D] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 11E] Side view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 12A] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 12B] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 12C] Side view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 13] FIG. 10 is a plan view showing another cushion configuration. [Figure 14A] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 14B] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 14C] Side view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 14D] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 14E] Side view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 15A] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 15B] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 15C] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 15D] A plan view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 15E] Side view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 15F] Side view showing how a wristwatch is produced. [Figure 16A] 10A and 10B are plan views showing a modified example of a method for producing a wristwatch. [Figure 16B] FIG. 16B is an enlarged perspective view of part A of the modified wristwatch production method of FIG. 16A. [Figure 16C] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a modified example of a method for producing a wristwatch. [Figure 17A] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a modified example of a method for producing a wristwatch. [Figure 17B] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a modified example of a method for producing a wristwatch. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0011] The configuration of the wristwatch 1000, the method for producing the cushion 200, and the method for producing the wristwatch 1000 will be described below with reference to the drawings. In the following drawings, three mutually perpendicular axes will be referred to as the X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis. The direction along the X-axis will be referred to as the "X-direction," the direction along the Y-axis will be referred to as the "Y-direction," and the direction along the Z-axis will be referred to as the "Z-direction." The direction of the arrow is the + direction, and the direction opposite the + direction is referred to as the - direction. Note that a view from the +Z direction is also referred to as a planar view or planar view. Furthermore, in this application, the watch including the band and the cushion will be collectively referred to as a wristwatch.

[0012] First, as a first embodiment, the configuration of a wristwatch 1000 will be described with reference to Figs. 1 to 3. Fig. 1 shows a metal band watch 100A or a leather band watch 100B housed and protected in a cushion 200. Fig. 2 shows a wristwatch 1000A protecting a metal band watch 100A with the cushion 200 partially opened. Fig. 3 shows a wristwatch 1000B protecting a leather band watch 100B with the cushion 200 partially opened.

[0013] As shown in FIG. 1 , the wristwatch 1000 is protected by multiple cushions 200 that are folded together. Protection means preventing damage or deterioration of the appearance of the watch 100 due to contact with the outside. It is not required to prevent damage to the watch 100 if excessive force is applied. The wristwatch 1000 has a metal band watch 100A or a leather band watch 100B and cushions 200.

[0014] The wristwatch 1000 shown in FIG. 1 is sold in an aesthetically pleasing state, for example, stored in a packaging box. In other words, it is important that the watch 100 is protected in its original state as the wristwatch 1000. Examples of the watch 100 include mechanical watches, quartz watches, and smartwatches. It may be an analog watch or a digital watch.

[0015] As shown in FIG. 2, wristwatch 1000A protects metal band watch 100A. Metal band watch 100A has dial 101, a movement (not shown), case 102 arranged around dial 101 and the movement, and metal band 103A as an annular band connected to case 102. Note that metal band 103A is particularly suited to cases where it is detachable using a leaf spring, but may also be applied to cases where it is detachable using other methods. Hereinafter, case 102 may be configured to include dial 101, movement, etc.

[0016] By opening part of cushion 200, specifically fourth cushion 204, from the state shown in Figure 1, wristwatch 1000A can reveal dial 101 and case 102 of metal band watch 100A housed inside, as shown in Figure 2.

[0017] As shown in FIG. 3, the wristwatch 1000B protects the leather band watch 100B. The leather band watch 100B has a dial 101, a movement (not shown), a case 102 arranged around the dial 101 and the movement, and a flat leather band 103B connected to the case 102. The leather band is made of leather. The leather band 103B has a first band 103B1 connected to one end of the case 102 and a second band 103B2 connected to the other end of the case 102. The leather band 103B is designed so that the first band 103B1 and the second band 103B2 can be connected and separated using a buckle, but they may also be connected and separated using other methods.

[0018] By opening part of cushion 200, specifically fourth cushion 204, from the state shown in Figure 1, wristwatch 1000B can reveal dial 101 and case 102 of leather band watch 100B stored inside, as shown in Figure 3.

[0019] Next, the configuration of the cushion 200 of this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 4. Note that the cutting line 200c on the outside of the cushion 200 indicates the outer peripheral shape, i.e., the cut portion. The sewing line 200b on the inside of the cushion 200 indicates the sewn portion.

[0020] As shown in Fig. 4, the cushion 200 has a first cushion 201, a second cushion 202, a third cushion 203, and a fourth cushion 204, and protects the metal band watch 100A. The first cushion 201 to the fourth cushion 204 are formed as a single unit. The material of the cushion 200 only needs to have cushioning properties that can protect the watch 100. Here, nonwoven fabric is used as an example.

[0021] The first cushion 201 is disposed within a space surrounded by the second cushion 202. Specifically, the first cushion 201 is connected to the second cushion 202 at a portion 201a of the end portion in the second direction, i.e., the -Y direction.

[0022] The length of first cushion 201 in the first direction, i.e., the X direction, is longer than the length in the Y direction. For example, the +X direction and -X direction of first cushion 201 are formed into a roughly triangular shape. In the case of wristwatch 1000A, first cushion 201 supports the inside of ring-shaped metal band 103A (see FIG. 7A).

[0023] The second cushion 202 is formed to surround the first cushion 201, and as described above, is connected to a portion 201a of the end of the first cushion 201 in the -Y direction. In other words, the first cushion 201 is located within the frame of the second cushion 202. The length of the second cushion 202 in the X direction is longer than the length in the Y direction. In the case of the wristwatch 1000A, the second cushion 202 surrounds the outside of the annular metal band 103A (see FIG. 7B).

[0024] The third cushion 203 is connected to the −Y direction end of the second cushion 202. The length of the third cushion 203 in the X direction is longer than the length in the Y direction.

[0025] The fourth cushion 204 has one fourth cushion 204A and the other fourth cushion 204B. The one fourth cushion 204A is connected to the end of the third cushion 203 in the +X direction. The other fourth cushion 204B is connected to the end of the third cushion 203 in the -X direction.

[0026] In the case of wristwatch 1000A, case 102 is placed between first cushion 201 and fourth cushion 204 (see FIG. 7C). Metal band 103A is placed between first cushion 201 and third cushion 203 (see FIG. 7C).

[0027] In this way, by using cushion 200 including first cushion 201 to fourth cushion 204, case 102 and metal band 103A are sandwiched and supported, thereby preventing damage and deterioration of metal band watch 100A having an annular metal band 103A.

[0028] In the case of wristwatch 1000B, first cushion 201 is disposed between case 102 and second band 103B2, and first band 103B1 (see FIG. 9A). Furthermore, first band 103B1 is sandwiched between first cushion 201 and third cushion 203. Furthermore, case 102 and second band 103B2 are sandwiched between first cushion 201 and fourth cushion 204.

[0029] In this way, even when the watch has case 102 and first and second bands 103B1 and 103B2 made of leather, damage and deterioration of watches 100A and 100B can be prevented by sandwiching case 102 and bands 103B1 and 103B2 using first cushion 201 to fourth cushion 204. Also, bands 103B1 and 103B2 can be protected in a stretched state without being rolled up, so bands 103B1 and 103B2 can be prevented from becoming bent.

[0030] Referring now to FIG. 5, a method for producing the cushion 200 will be described.

[0031] As shown in Fig. 5, in step S11, a mass of fibers is defibrated to form a fiber material (defibration step). Specifically, for example, the cushion 200 is manufactured from used clothing, which is a mass of fibers. The used clothing is defibrated using a dry defibrator to turn it into separate fibers before being manufactured. This is manufactured using so-called DFT (Dry Fiber Technology).

[0032] A dry type defibrator dry-defibrates mill scraps containing cotton, which will become the fibrous material, to generate defibrated material containing fibers. In this embodiment, a defibration mechanism equipped with rotary blades is used as the dry type defibrator. The defibration mechanism shreds and defibrates the mill scraps with the rotary blades to generate fibers. The dry type defibrator untangles the tangled fibers contained in the mill scraps to generate fibrous material.

[0033] Cotton is preferable because it is less likely to scratch the watches 100A, 100B when it comes into contact with them and is environmentally friendly. However, the material is not limited to cotton; various fibers such as linen, silk, wool, urethane material, and acrylic material may also be used. From the perspective of contributing to the environment, it is preferable to use factory offcuts, but this is not limiting. The cushion 200 may also be made from cotton or used clothing.

[0034] In step S12, a binder is added to the fibrous material and then deposited to form a deposited material (deposition process). Specifically, a deposition mechanism is used to deposit the fibrous material and binder using airflow and gravity to form the deposited material. A deposition belt with multiple holes is located below the deposition mechanism. A suction unit that sucks in air is located below the deposition belt. By sucking in air using the suction unit, the fibrous material and binder are deposited on the deposition belt to form the deposited material. The deposited material contains a relatively large amount of air and is soft and inflated.

[0035] A suction belt is disposed next to the deposition belt, which sucks the deposition material upward. The suction belt has multiple holes formed therein. A suction unit is disposed above the suction belt. A humidification unit is disposed below the suction belt for humidifying the deposition material. This allows mist to be supplied from below the deposition material to humidify it, and then the material is compressed and heated at a predetermined pressure to complete cushion material 200a, which is the precursor to cushion 200.

[0036] In step S13, the cushion 200 is sewn along its shape (production process, sewing process). Specifically, the substantially rectangular cushion material 200a is sewn along the sewing line 200b as shown in Fig. 4. This completes the cushion material 200a sewn along the sewing line 200b.

[0037] If the periphery of the cushion 200 is not sewn, there is a risk that the cushion 200 may come undone from the edge. 2 ~600g / m 2 The thickness of the cushion 200 is preferably 0.2 cm to 1.0 cm. The density of the cushion 200 is preferably 0.09 g / cm. 3 ~0.13g / cm 3 It is preferable that the above formula be used, but the present invention is not limited to this formula.

[0038] In step S14, the cushion material 200 is cut into the shape of the cushion 200 (production process, cutting process). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4, the cushion material 200a is cut along cutting lines 200c located outside the sewing lines 200b. This completes the cushion 200 having a first cushion 201, a second cushion 202, a third cushion 203, and a fourth cushion 204. The first cushion 201 is cut so that its length in the first direction is longer than its length in the second direction, and so that a portion 201a of the end portion in the second direction is connected to the second cushion 202.

[0039] The cutting method may be a blade, but laser cutting is preferable. By performing laser cutting, it is possible to bake and harden the periphery of the cushion 200, and it is possible to prevent the periphery of the cushion 200 from unraveling. This improves the aesthetics. If at least one of the fibers and the binder is made of a material that melts when heated, the laser-cut portion will be melted once, and the periphery of the cushion 200 can be further hardened.

[0040] Next, a method for producing a wristwatch 1000A that protects the metal band watch 100A will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7A to 7E.

[0041] As shown in FIG. 6, in step S21, the cushion 200 is formed using the method for producing the cushion 200 shown in FIG.

[0042] In step S22, the inside of the loop of the metal band 103A of the metal band watch 100A is supported. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7A, first, the cushion 200 of this embodiment is prepared. Next, both end portions 201b in the X direction of the first cushion 201 are bent in the +Z direction. After that, the first cushion 201 is fitted into the loop of the metal band 103A of the metal band watch 100A. As a result, the loop of the metal band 103A is supported from the inside by the first cushion 201.

[0043] In step S23, the outside of the metal band 103A is supported. In step S24, the second cushion 202 is folded. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7B, the second cushion 202 is folded in a valley fold when viewed from above from the boundary with the third cushion 203. As a result, the outside of the metal band 103A is supported by the third cushion 203. In addition, in the metal band watch 100A, the metal band 103A fits into a frame that forms the boundary between the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202, thereby restricting movement of the metal band 103A, i.e., the metal band watch 100A. Furthermore, because the shape of the frame that forms the boundary between the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202 is not rectangular but is tapered in the center, even if the width of the metal band 103A is different, somewhere in the frame will match the width of the metal band 103A, further restricting movement of the metal band watch 100A.

[0044] In step S25, the fourth cushion 204 is folded in a valley fold when viewed from above from the boundary with the third cushion 203, to hold the case 102 of the metal band watch 100A. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7C, the fourth cushions 204A and 204B are folded toward the second cushion 202. As a result, the case 102 is protected by the fourth cushion 204.

[0045] In step S26, the fourth cushions 204A, 204B are inserted into the slits 204A1, 204B1 formed therein. Specifically, as shown in Fig. 7D, the slit 204A1 of the folded fourth cushion 204A and the slit 204B1 of the fourth cushion 204B are inserted into each other, and the fourth cushions 204A, 204B are fixed so that they do not open. This completes the three-dimensional wristwatch 1000A, in which the entire metal band watch 100A is protected by the folded cushions 200, as shown in Fig. 7E.

[0046] In this way, the wristwatch 1000A is produced using the cushion 200, so that the metal band watch 100A in which the metal band 103A is looped can be protected.

[0047] Next, a method for producing a wristwatch 1000B that protects the leather band watch 100B will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9A to 9D.

[0048] As shown in FIG. 8, in step S31, the cushion 200 is formed using the method for producing the cushion 200 shown in FIG.

[0049] In step S32, the first cushion 201 is sandwiched between the case 102 of the leather band watch 100B, the second band 103B2 connected to the other end of the case 102, and the first band 103B1 connected to one end of the case 102. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 9A, the first band 103B1 of the leather band watch 100B is inserted between the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202.

[0050] 9B, second cushion 202 is folded in a valley fold in plan view from the boundary with third cushion 203. As a result, first cushion 201 is sandwiched between case 102, second band 103B2, and first band 103B1. In addition, first band 103B1 is protected by first cushion 201 and third cushion 203.

[0051] In step S33, second band 103B2 is sandwiched. Specifically, as shown in Fig. 9C, fourth cushions 204A and 204B are folded in a valley fold when viewed from the boundary with third cushion 203. As a result, case 102 and second band 103B2 are sandwiched and protected by first cushion 201 and fourth cushions 204A and 204B.

[0052] In step S34, the fourth cushions 204A, 204B are inserted into the slits 204A1, 204B1 formed in each other. Specifically, as shown in Fig. 9D, the slit 204A1 of the folded fourth cushion 204A and the slit 204B1 of the fourth cushion 204B are inserted into each other, and the fourth cushions 204A, 204B are fixed so that they do not open. This completes the three-dimensional wristwatch 1000B, in which the entire leather band watch 100B is protected by the folded cushion 200.

[0053] In this way, the wristwatch 1000B is produced using the cushion 200, so that the leather band watch 100B having the flat bands 103B1 and 103B2 can be protected.

[0054] Next, as a second embodiment, the configuration of another cushion 200A will be described with reference to Fig. 10. Note that an outer line 200Ac of the cushion 200A indicates the outer peripheral shape, i.e., the cut portion. An inner line 200Ab of the cushion 200A indicates the sewn portion.

[0055] 10, the cushion 200A has a first cushion 201, a second cushion 202, and a third cushion 203. The first cushion 201 to the third cushion 203 are integrally formed. The material of the cushion 200A is, for example, a nonwoven fabric.

[0056] The first cushion 201 is connected to the second cushion 202. Specifically, the first cushion 201 is connected to the second cushion 202 at the end in the second direction, that is, the −Y direction.

[0057] The length of the first cushion 201 in the first direction, i.e., the X direction, is longer than the length in the Y direction. Furthermore, both end portions 201d1 and 201d2 of the first cushion 201 in the X direction are, for example, curved to make it easier to support the bands 103A and 103B of the watches 100A and 100B. In the case of the wristwatch 1000C, the first cushion 201 supports the inside of the annular metal band 103A (see FIG. 11A).

[0058] As described above, second cushion 202 is connected to the -Y direction end of first cushion 201. The length of second cushion 202 in the X direction is shorter than the length in the Y direction. In the case of wristwatch 1000A, second cushion 202 supports the outside of annular metal band 103A (see FIG. 11B).

[0059] The third cushion 203 is connected to the −X direction end of the second cushion 202. The length of the third cushion 203 in the X direction is longer than the length in the Y direction.

[0060] In the case of wristwatch 1000C, case 102 is placed between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 (see FIG. 11B). Metal band 103A is also placed between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 (see FIG. 11B).

[0061] In this way, by using cushion 200A including first cushion 201 to third cushion 203, case 102 and metal band 103A are sandwiched and supported, so that damage and deterioration of metal band watch 100A having an annular metal band 103A can be prevented.

[0062] In the case of wristwatch 1000D, first cushion 201 is disposed between case 102 and second band 103B2, and first band 103B1 (see FIG. 12A). Furthermore, first band 103B1 is sandwiched between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202. Furthermore, case 102 and second band 103B2 are sandwiched between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202.

[0063] In this way, even if the watch has a case 102 and first and second bands 103B1 and 103B2 made of leather, the first cushion 201 to third cushion 203 are used to sandwich the case 102 and bands 103B1 and 103B2, thereby preventing damage and deterioration of the leather band watch 100B.

[0064] Next, a method for producing a wristwatch 1000C that protects the metal band watch 100A will be described with reference to FIGS. 11A to 11E.

[0065] In the process shown in Figure 11A, the inside of the loop of the metal band 103A of the metal band watch 100A is supported. Specifically, as shown in Figure 11A, first, the cushion 200A of this embodiment is prepared. Next, the first cushion 201 is fitted into the loop of the metal band 103A of the metal band watch 100A. As a result, the loop of the metal band 103A is supported from the inside by the first cushion 201.

[0066] 11B, the first cushion 201 fitted into the loop of the metal band 103A of the metal band watch 100A is bent toward the second cushion 202, specifically, toward the second cushion 202A in the +Y direction of the second cushion 202. As a result, the outside of the metal band 103A is supported, i.e., protected, by the second cushion 202.

[0067] 11C, the second cushion 202B in the -Y direction of the second cushion 202 is bent toward the metal band watch 100A. As a result, the case 102 is sandwiched between the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202 and protected.

[0068] In the step shown in FIG. 11D, the third cushion 203 is folded toward the metal band watch 100A, in other words, toward the second cushion 202, to protect the entire metal band watch 100A.

[0069] 11E, the tip 203a of the third cushion 203 is hooked onto, for example, the first cushion 201, to secure the third cushion 203 so that it does not open. This completes the three-dimensional wristwatch 1000C, in which the entire metal band watch 100A is protected by the folded cushion 200A.

[0070] In this way, the wristwatch 1000C is produced using the cushion 200A, so that the metal band watch 100A in which the metal band 103A is looped can be protected.

[0071] Next, a method for producing a wristwatch 1000D that protects the leather band watch 100B will be described with reference to FIGS. 12A to 12C.

[0072] 12A, the first cushion 201 is sandwiched between the case 102 and second band 103B2 of the leather band watch 100B, and the first band 103B1. As a result, the first band 103B1 is sandwiched between the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202 and protected.

[0073] 12B, the second cushion 202B in the -Y direction of the second cushion 202 is folded toward the leather band watch 100B. The case 102 and second band 103B2 are sandwiched between the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202 and are protected.

[0074] 12C, the third cushion 203 is folded toward the leather band watch 100B, in other words, toward the second cushion 202, to protect the entire leather band watch 100B. After that, the tip 203a of the third cushion 203 is hooked onto, for example, the first cushion 201, to secure the third cushion 203 so that it does not open. This completes a wristwatch 1000D with a three-dimensional structure, in which the entire leather band watch 100B is protected by the folded cushion 200A.

[0075] In this way, the wristwatch 1000D is produced using the cushion 200A, so that the leather band watch 100B having the flat first band 103B1 and second band 103B2 can be protected.

[0076] Next, as a third embodiment, the configuration of another cushion 200B will be described with reference to Fig. 13. Note that the outer line 200Bc of the cushion 200B indicates the outer peripheral shape, i.e., the cut portion, and the inner line 200Bb of the cushion 200B indicates the sewn portion.

[0077] 13, the cushion 200B has a first cushion 201, a second cushion 202, a third cushion 203, and a bridge cushion 205. The first cushion 201 to the third cushion 203 and the bridge cushion 205 are integrally formed. The material of the cushion 200 is, for example, a nonwoven fabric.

[0078] The first cushion 201 is connected to the second cushion 202 via a bridge cushion 205. Specifically, the first cushion 201 is connected to the bridge cushion 205 at a portion 201a of the end portion in the second direction, i.e., the -Y direction. The first cushion 201 has a convex portion on the side opposite the bridge cushion 205. The convex portion is a portion that extends in the X direction.

[0079] The length of first cushion 201 in the first direction, i.e., the X direction, is longer than the length in the Y direction. In the case of wristwatch 1000E, first cushion 201 supports the inside of annular metal band 103A (see FIG. 14C).

[0080] As described above, bridge cushion 205 is connected to part 201a of the -Y direction end of first cushion 201. Bridge cushion 205 is also connected to second cushion 202 at its -Y direction end. Bridge cushion 205 is used to provide a gap between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202. Bridge cushion 205 helps to better hold metal band 103A, and allows for a clear view of wristwatches 1000E and 1000F when cushion 200B is folded.

[0081] As described above, part 202a of second cushion 202's end in the +Y direction is connected to bridge cushion 205. Second cushion 202 is longer in the X direction than in the Y direction. In the case of wristwatch 1000E, second cushion 202 supports the outside of annular metal band 103A (see FIG. 14C).

[0082] The third cushion 203 is connected to the +X direction end of the second cushion 202. The length of the third cushion 203 in the X direction is longer than the length in the Y direction.

[0083] In the case of wristwatch 1000E, case 102 is placed between first cushion 201 and third cushion 203 (see FIG. 14E). Metal band 103A is placed between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 (see FIG. 14E).

[0084] In this way, by using cushion 200B including first cushion 201 to third cushion 203 and bridge cushion 205, case 102 and metal band 103A are sandwiched and supported, thereby preventing damage and deterioration of metal band watch 100A having a circular metal band 103A.

[0085] In the case of wristwatch 1000F, first cushion 201 is disposed between case 102 and second band 103B2, and first band 103B1 (see FIG. 15B). Furthermore, first band 103B1 is sandwiched between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 (see FIG. 15E). Furthermore, case 102 and second band 103B2 are sandwiched between first cushion 201 and third cushion 203 (see FIG. 15E).

[0086] In this way, even if the watch has a case 102 and first and second bands 103B1 and 103B2 made of leather, the case 102 and bands 103B1 and 103B2 are sandwiched between the first cushion 201 to the third cushion 203 and the bridge cushion 205, thereby preventing damage and deterioration of the leather band watch 100B.

[0087] Next, a method for producing a wristwatch 1000E that protects the metal band watch 100A will be described with reference to FIGS. 14A to 14E.

[0088] In the process shown in Figure 14A, the inside of the loop of the metal band 103A of the metal band watch 100A is supported. Specifically, as shown in Figure 14A, first, cushion 200B is prepared. Next, both ends of the first cushion 201 in the X direction are rolled up in the X direction, centered on the direction of end portion 201a, which is the connection portion with bridge cushion 205. After that, the rolled up first cushion 201 is fitted inside the metal band 103A of the metal band watch 100A. As a result, the loop of the metal band 103A is supported from the inside by the first cushion 201.

[0089] 14B, the bridge cushion 205 is bent in the -Z direction, and the second cushion 202 is bent from the -Z direction to the +Y direction so that the bridge cushion 205 and the second cushion 202 are disposed on the back side of the first cushion 201, i.e., in the -Z direction. This allows the outside of the metal band 103A to be protected by the second cushion 202 (see FIG. 14C).

[0090] 14D, the third cushion 203 is bent toward the metal band watch 100A, whereby the case 102 is sandwiched between the first cushion 201 and the third cushion 203 and protected.

[0091] 14E, it is preferable to fold the tip of the third cushion 203 toward the second cushion 202 so as to surround the metal band 103A. This completes the three-dimensional wristwatch 1000E, in which the entire metal band watch 100A is protected by the folded cushion 200B.

[0092] In this way, the wristwatch 1000E is produced using the cushion 200B, so that the metal band watch 100A in which the metal band 103A is looped can be protected.

[0093] Next, a method for producing a wristwatch 1000F that protects the leather band watch 100B will be described with reference to FIGS. 15A to 15F.

[0094] In the step shown in FIG. 15A, the first cushion 201 is sandwiched between the case 102 and second band 103B2 of the leather band watch 100B, and the first band 103B1.

[0095] 15B, the bridge cushion 205 is bent in the −Z direction, and the second cushion 202 is bent from the −Z direction to the +Y direction so that the bridge cushion 205 and the second cushion 202 are disposed on the back side of the first cushion 201, i.e., in the −Z direction. This allows the first band 103B1 to be protected by the second cushion 202.

[0096] 15C, the first cushion 201 on the −X direction side is bent toward the case 102 and the second band 103B2. As a result, the case 102 and the second band 103B2 are sandwiched between the first cushion 201 and protected.

[0097] 15D, the third cushion 203 is folded toward the leather band watch 100B. As a result, the case 102 and second band 103B2 are sandwiched between the first cushion 201 and the third cushion 203 and protected.

[0098] In this way, by placing bridge cushion 205 between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202, it is possible to create a gap between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202, and when cushion 200B is folded, wristwatch 1000F can be seen clearly (see Figures 15E and 15F).

[0099] This completes the three-dimensional wristwatch 1000F, in which the entire leather band watch 100B is protected by the folded cushion 200B. In this way, the wristwatch 1000F is produced using the cushion 200B, so the leather band watch 100B, which has flat first band 103B1 and second band 103B2, can be protected.

[0100] As described above, wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment includes case 102, an annular metal band 103A connected to case 102, and first and second cushions 201 and 202 that protect at least metal band 103A. First cushion 201 is longer in the first direction than in the second direction and is connected to second cushion 202 at a portion 201a of its end in the second direction. First cushion 201 supports the inside of annular metal band 103A, while second cushion 202 supports the outside of annular metal band 103A. This configuration uses first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 to support annular metal band 103A from both the inside and outside, thereby preventing damage and deterioration of wristwatch 1000 with annular metal band 103A. Furthermore, because the inside and outside of metal band 103A can be supported regardless of the size of metal band 103A, it is possible to protect and package the metal band 103A without having to prepare multiple cushions 200.

[0101] Furthermore, in wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment, the band is preferably metal band 103A. With this configuration, metal band 103A is supported from both the inside and outside, so even if heavy wristwatch 1000 receives an external impact, damage or deterioration can be reduced.

[0102] Additionally, the band of wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment may be a leaf spring type. With this configuration, the leaf spring type band is supported from both the inside and outside, so even if an external impact is applied to the leaf spring type wristwatch, damage or deterioration can be reduced.

[0103] Furthermore, it is preferable that wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment is equipped with third cushion 203 and fourth cushion 204 connected to second cushion 202, first cushion 201 is located within the frame of second cushion 202 and is arranged inside metal band 103A, case 102 is arranged between first cushion 201 and fourth cushion 204, and metal band 103A is arranged between first cushion 201 and third cushion 203. With this configuration, first cushion 201 to fourth cushion 204 are used to sandwich and support case 102 and metal band 103A, thereby preventing damage and deterioration of wristwatch 1000, which has annular metal band 103A.

[0104] Furthermore, in the wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment, the first cushion 201, second cushion 202, third cushion 203, and fourth cushion 204 may be separate bodies, but are preferably made of a single piece of nonwoven fabric. Using a single piece of nonwoven fabric makes it possible to cover the entire watch 100A, preventing the watch 100A from coming off the cushion 200. Furthermore, using nonwoven fabric prevents scratches on the crystal surface or metal band 103A of the watch 100A even if it comes into contact with them.

[0105] Furthermore, the wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment is a wristwatch 1000 that includes a case 102, a first band 103B1 connected to one end of the case 102, a second band 103B2 connected to the other end of the case 102, and a first cushion 201, a second cushion 202, and a third cushion 203 that protect at least the first band 103B1 and the second band 103B2, and the length of the first cushion 201 in the first direction is longer than the length in the second direction. Instead, part 201a of the end in the second direction is connected to second cushion 202 and is disposed between case 102 and second band 103B2 and first band 103B1, while third cushion 203 is connected to second cushion 202, and the portion connecting case 102 and first band 103B1 passes between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202, with first cushion 201 and third cushion 203 sandwiching first band 103B1. With this configuration, first cushion 201 to third cushion 203 are used to sandwich case 102 and bands 103B1 and 103B2, thereby preventing damage or deterioration of wristwatch 1000. Additionally, first band 103B1 and second band 103B2, which are made of leather, can be stored without becoming bent.

[0106] Furthermore, in wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment, first band 103B1 and second band 103B2 are preferably leather bands. With this configuration, even if first band 103B1 and second band 103B2 are made of leather and are configured to be separate from case 102, first cushion 201 to third cushion 203 are used to sandwich case 102 and bands 103B1, 103B2, thereby preventing damage and deterioration of wristwatch 1000.

[0107] Furthermore, wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment preferably includes fourth cushion 204 connected to third cushion 203, first cushion 201 located within the frame of second cushion 202, the portion connecting case 102 and first band 103B1 passing through the frame while wrapping around first cushion 201, first cushion 201 disposed between case 102 and first band 103B1, first band 103B1 sandwiched between first cushion 201 and third cushion 203, and case 102 and second band 103B2 sandwiched between first cushion 201 and fourth cushion 204. With this configuration, first cushion 201 to fourth cushion 204 are used to sandwich case 102 and bands 103B1 and 103B2, thereby preventing damage and deterioration of wristwatch 1000.

[0108] Furthermore, in the wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment, the first cushion 201, second cushion 202, third cushion 203, and fourth cushion 204 may be separate bodies, but are preferably made of a single piece of nonwoven fabric. Using a single piece of nonwoven fabric makes it possible to cover the entire watch 100B, preventing the watch 100B from coming off the cushion 200. Furthermore, using nonwoven fabric prevents scratches on the crystal surface or bands 103B1 and 103B2 of the watch 100B even if they come into contact with each other.

[0109] Furthermore, in wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment, first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 are connected via bridge cushion 205, and first cushion 201 preferably has a convex portion on the side opposite bridge cushion 205, and second cushion 202 preferably has a length in the first direction longer than its length in the second direction. With this configuration, because first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 are connected via bridge cushion 205, a gap can be provided between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 when folded, allowing bands 103A, 103B1, and 103B2 to be held in place. This also improves the aesthetic appearance when folded.

[0110] Furthermore, the metal band watch 100A and the leather band watch 100B can be protected and packaged with the same cushions 200, 200A, 200B, making them easy to handle and reducing costs.

[0111] Furthermore, the method for producing the cushion 200 of this embodiment is a method for producing the cushion 200 that includes a defibrating step of defibrating a mass of fibers into a fibrous material, a depositing step of depositing the fibrous material into a deposited material, and a production step of shaping the deposited material to produce the cushion 200 having the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202, and the production step includes a cutting step of cutting the first cushion 201 so that the length in the first direction is longer than the length in the second direction and so that part 201a of the end portion in the second direction is connected to the second cushion 202. This method produces the cushion 200 having the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202, making it possible to provide a cushion 200 that can protect both watches 100A, 100B with looped and non-looped bands.

[0112] Furthermore, in the method for producing the cushion 200 of this embodiment, the production process preferably includes a sewing step of sewing together the front and back of the portion that will become the edge of the cushion 200, and a cutting step is carried out after the sewing step. According to this method, since the edge of the cushion 200 is sewn together, even when cutting along the edge of the cushion 200, it is possible to prevent fibers from unraveling from the edge of the cushion 200, and the shape of the cushion 200 can be maintained.

[0113] In addition, in the method for producing the cushion 200 of this embodiment, it is preferable that the depositing step deposits a fiber material mixed with a fiber resin, and the cutting step laser-cuts the deposited material with the deposited fiber material. According to this method, the deposited material mixed with a fiber resin is laser-cut, so that the cushioning properties can be maintained and the aesthetics of the cut portion can be improved.

[0114] Furthermore, the method for producing wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment includes case 102 and an annular metal band 103A connected to case 102, and produces cushion 200 using the method for producing cushion 200 described above, with first cushion 201 placed inside the ring of metal band 103A, with first cushion 201 supporting the ring from the inside and second cushion 202 surrounding the ring on the outside. This method produces wristwatch 1000 using the cushion 200 described above, making it possible to provide wristwatch 1000 that can protect metal band watch 100A having metal band 103A.

[0115] Furthermore, the method for producing wristwatch 1000 of this embodiment includes case 102, first band 103B1 connected to one end of case 102, and second band 103B2 connected to the other end of case 102, and produces cushion 200 using the method for producing cushion 200 described above, sandwiching first cushion 201 between case 102, second band 103B2, and first band 103B1, and sandwiching first band 103B1 between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202. This method produces wristwatch 1000 using the cushion 200 described above, making it possible to provide a wristwatch 1000 that can protect a leather band watch 100B having bands 103B1 and 103B2.

[0116] Modifications of the above-described embodiment will now be described.

[0117] The shape of the cushion and the folding method of the cushion are not limited to those described in the examples and the attached drawings. Changes can be made without departing from the essential characteristics of the present invention. Therefore, the examples and the attached drawings disclosed in the present invention are for explanation purposes only, and are not intended to limit the technical idea of ​​the present invention. The scope of the technical idea of ​​the present invention is not limited by these examples and the attached drawings.

[0118] For example, as described above, wristwatches 1000E and 1000F are not limited to having bridge cushion 205, and may be configured without bridge cushion 205 if there is no need for a gap between first cushion 201 and second cushion 202 when cushion 200B is assembled.

[0119] Furthermore, the frame is not limited to a 360° connection of the second cushion 202 surrounding the first cushion 201 when viewed in plan. For example, the second cushion 202 can be considered a frame even if it is partially cut off, such as when it is C-shaped.

[0120] As described above, case 102 of wristwatch 1000A is not limited to being placed between first cushion 201 and fourth cushion 204, but may be placed between first cushion 201 and third cushion 203 by reversing the direction in which third cushion 203 is folded relative to second cushion 202. In this case, 203 may be referred to as the fourth cushion, and 204 may be referred to as the third cushion.

[0121] Furthermore, it is of course within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention to combine the cushion described above with a watch in a 180° rotated state to produce a wristwatch 1000.

[0122] As described above, in the method of producing wristwatch 1000, the folding method of cushion 200 has been described in order, but this order is not limited to this, and the folding order may be changed as long as wristwatch 1000 can be protected and packaged.

[0123] 7C described above, the case 102 is not limited to being disposed between the first cushion 201 and the fourth cushion 204, and the metal band 103A is disposed between the first cushion 201 and the third cushion 203. By reversing the folding direction between the second cushion 202 and the third cushion 203, the case 102 may be disposed between the first cushion 201 and the third cushion 203, and the metal band 103A may be disposed between the first cushion 201 and the fourth cushion 204. In this case, 203 may be referred to as the fourth cushion, and 204 may be referred to as the third cushion.

[0124] The explanations given for metal band watches can also be applied to watches with bands made of other materials, such as ceramic bands, as long as the case and band are stored together in a loop.

[0125] While we've explained this for leather-band watches, it can also be applied to watches with bands made of other materials, such as silicone or metal bands, as long as you want to store the band flat.

[0126] 16A, 16B, and 16C, the buckle 103B11 of the leather band watch 100B may be arranged so as to be inserted between the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202. The second band 103B2 of the leather band watch 100B is arranged between the first cushion 201 and the third cushion 203. The buckle 103B11 is arranged between the second cushion 202 and the third cushion 203. Depending on the size of the first band 103B1, it may not be inserted between the first cushion 201 and the second cushion 202.

[0127] 17A and 17B, accessories such as replacement bands 301, adjustment links, and instructions may be placed between second cushion 202 and third cushion 203. It is preferable to place these so that they do not overlap with metal band 103A of metal band watch 100A. In this case, wristwatch 1000 can be interpreted as including the accessories. [Explanation of symbols]

[0128] 100...watch, 100A...metal band watch, 100B...leather band watch, 101...dial, 102...case, 103A...metal band as a band, 103B...leather band as a band, 103B1...first band, 103B2...second band, 200, 200A, 200B...cushion, 200a...cushion material, 200Ab...inner line, 200Ac...outer line, 200b...sewing line, 200Bb...inner line, 200Bc...outer line, 200c...cutting line, 201...first cushion , 201a...part of end, 201b...both ends, 201d1, 201d2...both ends, 202...second cushion, 202a...part of end, 202A, 202B...second cushion, 203...third cushion, 203a...tip, 204...fourth cushion, 204A1...slit, 204A, 204B...fourth cushion, 204B1...slit, 205...bridge cushion, 301...replacement band, 1000, 1000A, 1000B, 1000C, 1000D, 1000E, 1000F...wristwatch.

Claims

1. Case and an annular band connected to the case; a first cushion and a second cushion that protect at least the band; A wristwatch comprising: the first cushion has a length in a first direction longer than a length in a second direction, is connected to the second cushion at a part of an end portion in the second direction, and supports an inside of the annular band; The second cushion supports the outside of the annular band.

2. 2. A wristwatch according to claim 1, The wristwatch, wherein the band is a metal band.

3. 3. A wristwatch according to claim 2, The wristwatch has a band of a leaf spring type.

4. 2. A wristwatch according to claim 1, a third cushion and a fourth cushion connected to the second cushion; The first cushion is located within the frame of the second cushion and is disposed inside the band, the case is disposed between the first cushion and the fourth cushion, The wristwatch, wherein the band is disposed between the first cushion and the third cushion.

5. 5. A wristwatch according to claim 4, A wristwatch, wherein the first cushion, the second cushion, the third cushion, and the fourth cushion are a single piece of nonwoven fabric.

6. Case and a first band connected to one end of the case; a second band connected to the other end of the case; a first cushion, a second cushion, and a third cushion that protect at least the first band and the second band; A wristwatch comprising: the first cushion has a length in a first direction longer than a length in a second direction, is connected to the second cushion at a part of an end portion in the second direction, and is disposed between the case and the second band and the first band; the third cushion is connected to the second cushion; a portion connecting the case and the first band passes between the first cushion and the second cushion; The wristwatch, wherein the first cushion and the third cushion sandwich the first band.

7. 7. A wristwatch according to claim 6, The wristwatch, wherein the first band and the second band are leather bands.

8. 7. A wristwatch according to claim 6, a fourth cushion connected to the third cushion; the first cushion is located within the frame of the second cushion; a portion connecting the case and the first band passes through the frame so as to wrap around the first cushion; the first cushion is disposed between the case and the first band, The first band is sandwiched between the first cushion and the third cushion, The wristwatch, wherein the case and the second band are sandwiched between the first cushion and the fourth cushion.

9. 9. A wristwatch according to claim 8, A wristwatch, wherein the first cushion, the second cushion, the third cushion, and the fourth cushion are a single piece of nonwoven fabric.

10. A wristwatch according to claim 1 or claim 6, the first cushion and the second cushion are connected via a bridge cushion, the first cushion has a convex portion on the opposite side to the bridge cushion, A wristwatch, wherein the second cushion has a length in the first direction that is longer than a length in the second direction.

11. a defibration process for defibrating the fiber mass into a fiber material; a depositing step of depositing the fibrous material into a deposit; a producing step of shaping the deposit to produce a cushion having a first cushion and a second cushion; 1. A method of producing a cushion comprising: A method for producing a cushion, wherein the production process includes a cutting process in which the length of the first cushion in a first direction is longer than the length of the first cushion in a second direction and the first cushion is cut so as to be connected to the second cushion at a portion of its end in the second direction.

12. 12. A method of producing the cushion of claim 11, comprising: The method for producing a cushion includes a sewing step of sewing together the front and back of the portion that will become the edge of the cushion, and the cutting step is performed after the sewing step.

13. 12. A method of producing the cushion of claim 11, comprising: The depositing step deposits the fiber material mixed with a fiber resin, The method for producing a cushion, wherein the cutting step is performed by laser cutting the deposited material on which the fibrous material is deposited.

14. Case and an annular band connected to the case; Equipped with Producing the cushion using the method for producing a cushion according to claim 11; A method for producing a wristwatch, comprising inserting the first cushion into the loop of the band, the first cushion supporting the loop from the inside, and the second cushion surrounding the outside of the loop.

15. Case and a first band connected to one end of the case; a second band connected to the other end of the case; Equipped with Producing the cushion using the method for producing a cushion according to claim 11; The first cushion is sandwiched between the case, the second band, and the first band, A method for producing a wristwatch, comprising sandwiching the first band between the first cushion and the second cushion.

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