Easy Grip Checker Pieces

Abstract

The present invention comprises a novel way to make checkers pieces easy to handle by people with limited and/or impaired ability to manipulate small and/or smooth objects. It also comprises a unique way to keep checker pieces stacked during play.

Claims

1. Checker pieces where the top is wider than the bottom so they are easy to pick up and handle.

2. Checker pieces with textured or shaped appendages on top so they are easy to pick up and handle.

3. Checker pieces with indents and appendages around the tops, and bases slightly smaller than the inside diameter of the indents and appendages, to help keep the pieces stacked.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0007] Some embodiments of the present invention are illustrated as an example and are not limited by the figures of the accompanying drawings, in which like references may indicate similar elements and in which like references may indicate similar elements and in which:

[0008] FIG. 1-FIG. 1 shows a profile indicating the top is larger than the bottom base and shows some Jewels added to help with stacking and making it easier to grip. The size is just an example. Depending on the size of the board and the desires of the players, the sizes can vary.

[0009] FIG. 2-FIG. 2 shows a top perspective with the indent to also help hold the pieces when stacked. It includes an optional monogram.

[0010] FIG. 3-FIG. 3 shows how two pieces nicely stack on each other.

[0011] Although the present invention has been illustrated and described herein with reference to preferred embodiments and specific examples thereof, it will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that other embodiments and examples may perform similar functions and/or achieve like results. All such equivalent embodiments and examples are within the spirit and scope of the present invention, are contemplated thereby, and are intended to be covered by the following claims.