JP3479019B2 - Foot size measurement tool - Google Patents

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a measuring tool for measuring the size of a foot.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, when customizing shoes at a shoe store, a shoe salesperson has used a measure to measure the size of the foot. Further, when trying on the shoes displayed at a shoe store, whether or not the shoes fit the foot is determined by actually trying on the shoes and by the sense of the person trying on the shoes.

[0003]

However, when measuring the size of a foot in a shoe store, a shoe salesperson who performs the measurement needs expertise in foot measurement and shoes.

If there is no expert knowledge, there is no choice but to actually try on shoes, but if the size of the shoes cannot be adjusted at the shoe store, such as when the shoes are out of stock, If you have a disease, trying it on becomes difficult. Also, especially in the case of leather shoes, the skin often becomes loose and becomes loose during wearing. Therefore, it is difficult to judge whether or not the shoes that have been tried on fit with only human senses. In particular, in the case of made-to-order, it is necessary to accurately measure the size of the foot.

Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a foot size measuring tool which can easily measure the size of a foot without any specialized knowledge about foot measurement.

[0006]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention was created to solve the above problems, and firstly, a foot size measuring device for measuring the size of a foot. The measuring tool has a substantially sheet shape, and a scale for measuring the foot length, a scale for measuring the foot circumference, and a scale for measuring the instep are provided and measured.
There is an entry section for entering values, and the entry section can be separated
And characterized in that. Therefore, it is possible to measure three of the foot length, the circumference of the foot, and the instep with one foot size measuring tool. In addition, since the above-mentioned entry section is provided, the order
-It can be used as a maid.

Secondly, a foot size measuring tool for measuring the size of a foot, wherein the foot size measuring tool has a substantially sheet shape and is a scale for measuring the foot length, which is linear. A foot circumference measuring unit having a plurality of scales arranged adjacent to each other in parallel, and a substantially strip-shaped scale displaying unit having a scale for measuring the circumference of the foot. The instep measurement part, in which the display part is separable, and the instep measurement part provided with a plurality of substantially belt-shaped graduation display parts having graduations for measuring the instep circumference in parallel, And an instep measuring section with a graduation display section that is separable.

Accordingly, since the leg length measuring unit is provided with a linearly arranged scale, the legs are aligned along the scale to measure the leg length. Further, in the foot circumference measuring unit, a plurality of substantially band-shaped graduation display units having graduations for measuring the foot circumference are provided adjacent to each other in parallel, and each graduation display unit is separable. One scale indicator is separated according to the foot to be wound, wrapped around the foot, and the circumference of the foot is measured. In addition, the above-mentioned instep measurement part is provided with a plurality of substantially strip-shaped graduation display parts having graduations for measuring the instep, which are adjacent to each other in parallel, and each graduation display part is separable. Separate one scale display part according to the foot to be wound, wrap it around the foot, and measure the instep circumference. Therefore, one foot size measuring tool can be used to measure the foot length, foot circumference, and instep circumference.
In addition, it is possible to measure two feet, and in particular, the foot circumference measurement section and the instep measurement section have a plurality of scale display sections, so that accurate measurement can be performed even for feet of different sizes. It will be possible.

Thirdly, in the second construction, the scale display portion in the foot circumference measuring portion and the instep measurement portion can be separated by perforations. Therefore, it is possible to separate and measure only the scale display portion suitable for measurement.

Fourthly, in the second or third configuration, a foot mold that represents the outer shape of the foot along the scale in the foot length measuring section, and has a plurality of sizes. Is displayed. Therefore, even the feet of different sizes can be used as a guide for the place where the foot is placed.

Fifth, in the fourth structure, the foot mold is formed so that the second finger of the foot mold is located at the position of the scale in the foot length measuring section. To do. Therefore, it can be used as a guide for the place where the foot is placed.

Sixthly, in the fourth or fifth configuration, the scale display section in the instep measurement section is:
It is arranged in a direction substantially perpendicular to the arrangement direction of the scale of the foot length measuring section, and the scale display section in the foot circumference measuring section is more distal than the scale display section of the instep measurement section in the foot mold. It is characterized in that the scale display section of the foot circumference measuring section provided on the side is obliquely arranged with respect to the arrangement direction of the scale of the foot length measuring section. Seventh, in any of the above second to sixth configurations,
A straight line portion is displayed at a right angle to the arrangement direction of the scale at the heel rear end arrangement position, which is the base point of the scale in the foot length measurement unit. Therefore, by placing a member such as a telephone directory along the linear portion and then placing a foot so as to contact the wall surface of the member, the heel position can be placed at the correct position. Eighth, the second
In any one of the configurations 1 to 7, the foot size measuring tool further includes a writing section for writing a measured value, and the writing section is separable.
Therefore, it can be used as a custom-made product.

[0013]

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION Embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, a foot size measuring tool A based on the present invention includes a substantially rectangular sheet-like member 5, a foot type display section 10, a foot length measuring section 20, and
It has a foot circumference measurement unit 30, an instep measurement unit 40, an interview sheet / chart display unit R1, a measurement method display unit R2, a heel placement method explanation display unit R3, and the like.

The sheet-like member 5 is made of a sheet material, for example, a paper material.

Further, the foot-shaped display section 10 is formed by drawing a circumferential curve which is shaped like the outer shape of the sole of a human foot.
Multiple foot shapes are displayed according to the size of the foot. In addition, the plurality of foot shapes are displayed with the heels aligned.

The foot length measuring section 20 has a scale display section 22 and a positioning line section 24. The graduation display portion 22 is formed in a band shape, and graduations for indicating the length are displayed at predetermined intervals. That is, the scale display unit 22 functions as a measure display unit. The scale display section 22 is arranged along the substantial center of the foot pattern of the foot pattern display section 10 in the longitudinal direction. The scale display portion 22 and the foot-shaped display portion 10 are provided obliquely with respect to the peripheral side portion of the sheet-shaped member 5 so that the space of the sheet-shaped member 5 can be reduced. In addition, the alignment line portion 24 is formed in a linear shape, and the scale display portion 22 is provided at the base end position of the foot length measuring portion 20, that is, the position of 0 cm.
Are arranged at right angles to the arrangement direction.

Further, the foot circumference measuring section 30 has a plurality of scale display sections 32 in parallel and adjacent to each other. The graduation display portion 32 is formed in a band shape, and graduations for indicating the length are displayed at predetermined intervals. That is, the scale display unit 32 functions as a measure display unit.
The longitudinal direction of the scale display unit 32 is defined by the scale display unit 22 described above.
It is not a right angle to the longitudinal direction, but is slightly inclined to the thumb side of the foot mold. In the example shown in FIG. 1, seven scale display portions 32 are provided, and each scale display portion 32 can be cut off by perforations 34.

Further, the instep circumference measuring section 40 has a plurality of graduation display sections 42 adjacent to each other in parallel. The graduation display portion 42 is formed in a band shape, and graduations for indicating the length are displayed at predetermined intervals. That is, the scale display unit 42 functions as a measure display unit. The longitudinal direction of the scale display portion 42 is arranged substantially at right angles to the longitudinal direction of the scale display portion 22.

Naturally, the instep measurement unit 40 is provided closer to the heel of the foot pattern display unit 10 than the foot circumference measurement unit 30.

Further, in the medical inquiry sheet / chart display section R1, a size medical inquiry sheet / chart as shown in FIG. 2 is displayed. In addition to names, addresses, etc., this size interview sheet / chart allows you to enter the measured foot length, foot circumference, instep circumference, and the type of foot type, instep height, and foot disease. You can choose whether to fill in or not. This questionnaire / chart display section R1 and other sheet-like members 5
A perforation line 50 can be used to cut out the boundary area with the portion.

In addition, the measuring method display section R2 is shown in FIG.
A measurement method explanation pattern as shown in is displayed. This is for explaining the measurement points of the foot when measuring the circumference of the foot and the circumference of the instep.

In the heel placement method explanation display portion R3, a method of placing the heel on the alignment line portion 24 is displayed. For example, put a heavy and thick object (such as a telephone directory) in the shaded area so that the vertical line between this sheet and the heel is at a right angle. See Figure A.
Here, the figure A corresponds to the pattern for explaining the measuring method shown in FIG.

A method of using the foot size measuring tool A having the above structure will be described. First, the medical inquiry sheet / chart display portion R1 is cut through the perforations 50.

Then, the foot length is measured. That is, a member whose wall surface is vertical along the alignment line portion 24, such as a telephone directory or a box, so that the perpendicular line dropped from the rearmost part of the heel is the base point position P of the alignment line portion 24. Is placed, and the foot is placed according to the foot of the foot display unit 10 with the heel in contact with the member. At that time, the center position of the heel of the foot is set to the position of 0 cm on the scale display portion 22, that is, the base point position P (see FIG. 1). The tip side of the foot is arranged so that the second toe of the foot is on the scale display unit 22. In that state, measure the foot length. That is, the scale at the position where the end surface of the toe of the foot and the scale display portion 22 intersect is read.

Next, the foot circumference is measured. That is, the scale display portion 32 located at the portion having the widest foot width, that is, the position closest to the straight line connecting the base of the thumb (big toe) and the base of the little finger is cut off by cutting the perforations, as shown in FIG. And extend both ends of the scale display portion 32 to the upper surface of the foot,
The scale display portions 32 from both sides are crossed and the scale display portions 32 are wrapped around the foot. As a result, the position intersecting the 0 cm scale indicates the length of the foot circumference. In particular, since a plurality of scale display portions 32 in the foot circumference measuring unit 30 for measuring the foot circumference are provided, it is possible to appropriately measure the foot circumference according to the size of any foot. Note that members such as a telephone directory are omitted in FIG.
In addition, the member such as the telephone directory may be measured by removing the member after adjusting the placement position of the foot once the member is placed.

Next, the circumference of the instep is measured. That is, the scale display unit 42 located at the highest instep above the arch.
To cut the perforation and extend both ends of the graduation display section 42 to the instep side so that the graduation display section 42 from both sides
And the scale display portion 42 is wrapped around the foot. As a result, the position that intersects the 0 cm scale indicates the length around the instep . In particular, since a plurality of scale display parts 42 in the instep measurement part 40 for measuring the instep are provided, it is possible to appropriately measure the instep according to the size of any foot.

The length of the foot, the circumference of the foot and the circumference of the instep are measured as described above. It should be noted that, in the measurement, it is possible for the person who measures the size of the foot to measure the foot size by another person rather than the person himself / herself measuring the size of the foot. After the measurement is completed, fill in the measured values on the above-mentioned size questionnaire and medical chart, and at the other entry points. You can use the completed size interview sheet and medical record for custom-made shoes,
Use as customer information.

According to the foot size measuring tool A of this embodiment, the foot size can be easily measured. Further, since the foot size measuring tool A is formed of a single sheet, it can be manufactured at low cost and can be stored easily. Further, since the alignment line portion 24 for determining the position of the heel is provided, the foot length can be accurately measured, and the scale display portion 32 in the foot circumference measurement portion 30 can be measured.
Since a plurality of scale display parts 42 in the instep measurement part 40 are provided, it is possible to measure accurately according to the size of the foot.

Further, since the foot size measuring tool A of this embodiment is formed in the form of a sheet, the image data of the foot size measuring tool A distributed on the Internet can be printed out by a printer or a CD-ROM. Since the image data of the foot size measuring tool A is previously input to and the image data is printed out and the printed output can be used, it can be easily obtained even in a remote place. . Since the scale is displayed on the foot size measuring tool A, whether or not the dimensions match is measured with a measure, and if they do not match, the dimensions may be adjusted by making a reduced copy or an enlarged copy. .

It is preferable that the method for measuring the above-mentioned foot length, foot circumference, and instep circumference be briefly described in the blank area of the foot size measuring tool A.

Further, in the above description, it was explained that each memory display section can be separated by the perforations, but it may be used after being cut by scissors.

As the foot pattern of the foot pattern display section 10, a plurality of types of foot patterns for men and women, adults and children may be provided. By doing so, it is easier to align the foot with the correct position, and accurate measurement is possible. In addition, when measuring the toe circumference, conventionally, it was measured using a measure, but in men, women, and children, the inclination of the straight line connecting the base of the thumb (big toe) and the base of the little finger with respect to the axis of the foot That is, since the inclination viewed from above the straight line is different, it was necessary to know the method of measuring the foot circumference accurately in the past, but as described above, for men,
Prepare for women, for children, for example, for men, by providing the foot circumference measuring unit on the average inclination of men,
More specialized measurement is possible. Also, in that case,
It is preferable to indicate the type of the foot size measuring tool.

[0033]

According to the foot size measuring tool according to the present invention, it is possible to measure three of the foot length, the foot circumference, and the instep circumference with one foot size measuring tool. Since the measurement section and the instep measurement section have a plurality of scale display sections, it is possible to perform accurate measurement even for feet of different sizes.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a plan view showing the configuration of a foot size measuring tool according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing the contents of a size questionnaire and medical chart.

FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing the contents of a pattern for explaining a measuring method.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing a method for measuring a foot circumference.

[Explanation of symbols]

A Foot size measuring tool 10 Foot type display section 20 Foot length measuring section 22, 32, 42 Scale display section 24 Positioning line section 30 Foot circumference measuring section 34, 44 Perforation measurement section 40 Instep measurement section R1 Questionnaire and chart display Part R2 measurement method display part R3 heel placement method explanation display part

Claims (8)

(57) [Claims] 1. A foot size measuring tool for measuring the size of a foot, wherein the foot size measuring tool has a substantially sheet shape, and a scale for measuring a foot length and a scale for measuring a foot circumference. , together if a scale for measuring the instep around is provided
Has an entry section for entering the measured value.
A foot size measuring instrument characterized in that the parts are separable . 2. A foot size measuring tool for measuring a foot size, wherein the foot size measuring tool has a substantially sheet shape, and is a scale for measuring a foot length, and is arranged in a straight line. It is a foot circumference measuring section that is provided with a plurality of scale length measuring sections with scales and a plurality of substantially band-shaped scale displaying sections that have scales for measuring the foot circumference in parallel, and each scale display section can be separated It is a circumference measurement part that is provided adjacent to each other in parallel with multiple foot circumference measurement parts and scale-shaped scale display parts that have scales for measuring the instep circumference, and each scale display part is separated A foot size measuring instrument characterized by having an instep measurement section that is possible. 3. The foot size measuring instrument according to claim 2, wherein the scale display portions of the foot circumference measuring section and the instep measurement section are separable by perforations. 4. The foot mold that represents the outer shape of the foot along the scale on the foot length measuring unit, and the foot molds of a plurality of sizes are displayed. Foot size measuring tool described in. 5. The foot size measuring instrument according to claim 4, wherein the foot mold is formed so that the second finger of the foot mold is located at the position of the scale in the foot length measuring section. 6. The scale display section of the instep measurement section is arranged in a direction substantially perpendicular to the arrangement direction of the scale of the foot length measurement section, and the scale display section of the foot circumference measurement section comprises: It is provided on the tip side of the scale display part of the instep measurement part in the foot mold, and the scale display part of the foot circumference measurement part is obliquely arranged with respect to the arrangement direction of the scale of the foot length measurement part. The foot size measuring tool according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that. 7. The linear portion is displayed at a right angle to the arranging direction of the scale at the heel rear end arranging position which is the base point of the graduation in the foot length measuring section. Alternatively, the foot size measuring tool according to 3 or 4 or 5 or 6. 8. The foot size measuring instrument further includes a fill portion for entering the measured value, according to claim 2 or 3 or 4 or 5, characterized in that該記join the club is separable
Alternatively, the foot size measuring instrument according to 6 or 7.