(under the class definition) Implement intended to be supported upon a surface when not in use, which implement either is so shaped with relation to said surface, or is
combined with retaining means so related to said surface, that contact of the tool* with the surface, or movement of the implement thereon, (such as tipping or rolling) is prevented.
(1) Note. The subject matter of this subclass does not comprehend the mere combination of a protecting member (e.g., cap, sheath, container) with the tool unless there is some modification of the member relating it to a supporting surface for the implement.
(2) Note. An appropriate support class may take the combination of the support with the implement when no significant implement limitation is claimed. For example, a patent to the combination of an implement and a fastener will be placed in Class 24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclasses 10+, provided that no more of the implement is claimed than is necessary for the association of the fastener therewith.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
48, for an implement provided with means for supporting or stabilizing it while in use; and see the search notes thereto.
118+, for a supply container and a separable applicator wherein the applicator is supported by the container when not in use. SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc.,
10+, for the provision of a fastener for securing a coating implement to a garment; and see, particularly, subclass 11 for a clasp type fastener.
206, Special Receptacle or Package,
214, for a container for a plurality of stationery implements.
211, Supports: Racks,
69+, for a device designed to support a pen or pencil when not in use; particularly, subclasses 69.5+ for such a device which is socketed to receive the tool end of an implement.
