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Shaving unit dispenser
Assignee: Gillette Co LLC
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Filing: 1976-05-03
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Granted: 1977-08-23
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Expires: 1996-05-03
Abstract
Abstract A shaving unit dispenser including means for locating a razor handle in a loading position in which a shaving unit can be transferred from a storage position in the dispenser to a position of operative engagement with the handle, and latch means which prevents movement of the shaving unit from its storage position, the latch means being operated to release the shaving unit by location of the razor handle in the loading position.
Inventors
- 👤 Harry Pentney
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 05:38
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45D; A45D27/00; A45D27/22; A45D27/225; B; B65; B65D; B65D83/00; B65D83/08; B65D83/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
79 words
A container for storing and dispensing a replaceable shaving unit, comprising means for locating a razor handle in a loading position in which said shaving unit can be transferred from a storage position in the container into a position of operative engagement with the handle, and latch means which prevents movement of the shaving unit from its storage position, the latch means being operated to release the shaving unit by location of the razor handle in the loading position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
79 words
A container for storing and dispensing a replaceable shaving unit, comprising means for locating a razor handle in a loading position in which said shaving unit can be transferred from a storage position in the container into a position of operative engagement with the handle, and latch means which prevents movement of the shaving unit from its storage position, the latch means being operated to release the shaving unit by location of the razor handle in the loading position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
52 words
A container according to claim 1, wherein the latch means comprises a latch member spring biased into a position of engagement with said shaving unit, the latch member being engageable by the razor handle upon movement of said handle into said loading position and resiliently deflected thereby to release said shaving unit.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
52 words
A container according to claim 2, adapted for the storage of a plurality of said shaving units in a row, one end of said row being adjacent said loading position, and said latch means being arranged to engage said shaving unit adjacent said loading position, prior to its transfer from said position.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
34 words
A container according to claim 3, including an opening through which said shaving units are engageable by a user to advance said shaving units towards the loading position when the latch means are operated.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
55 words
A container according to claim 3, wherein said means for locating a razor handle comprises a locating aperture for the reception of said razor handle in the loading position, said latch means assisting in accurate location of the razor handle in said loading position and in resilient retention of said handle in said loading position.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
61 words
A container according to claim 5, wherein said latch means comprises cantilever spring arm means to engage end portions of a replaceable shaving unit adjacent said loading position and cam portions engageable by said razor handle in said loading position, insertion of said handle causing said arm means to be sprung apart from said shaving unit to release said shaving unit.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-08-22 | 1981-02-21 | 1981-08-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-08-22 | 1985-02-21 | 1985-08-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-08-22 | 1989-02-21 | 1989-08-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |