Abstract The invention is a novel configuration of a metal tennis racket characterized by an extruded magnesium frame substantially Ishaped in cross section, and having inside and outside channels. A molded grommetted string cushion strip seats in the outside channel of the bow of the frame insulating the strings from all metal contact. An inverted U-shaped element bridges the throat of the racket completing the bow and seats in the interior channel of the frame for added structural support. A separate grommetted string cushion element seats along the bridge and features a recess therein which receives balancing slugs of different weights enabling adjustment in weight and balance of the racket prior to stringing.
A tennis racket or the like comprising a frame having an open throat, throat bridge means adapted to fit within and close said open throat and, balancing means attaching to said bridge means to vary the weight and balance of said racket, said balancing means comprising a string cushion fitted to said throat bridge, and a weighted slug of preselected weight and density, said string cushion having a recess therein and said slug being adapted to fit within said recess.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
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A tennis racket or the like comprising a frame having an open throat, throat bridge means adapted to fit within and close said open throat and, balancing means attaching to said bridge means to vary the weight and balance of said racket, said balancing means comprising a string cushion fitted to said throat bridge, and a weighted slug of preselected weight and density, said string cushion having a recess therein and said slug being adapted to fit within said recess.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
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The device of claim 1 wherein said throat bridge means comprises a portion of the bow of said tennis racket having holes therein for the passage of the racket strings, said string cushion includes grommets extending therefrom and passing through the string holes in said throat bridge, and said slug has holes therein adapted to permit passage of said grommets therethrough when said slug is fitted within said recess.