US3610486A - Mannequin head for wigs - Google Patents

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US3610486A
US3610486A US840694A US3610486DA US3610486A US 3610486 A US3610486 A US 3610486A US 840694 A US840694 A US 840694A US 3610486D A US3610486D A US 3610486DA US 3610486 A US3610486 A US 3610486A
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45D—HAIRDRESSING OR SHAVING EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT FOR COSMETICS OR COSMETIC TREATMENTS, e.g. FOR MANICURING OR PEDICURING
    • A45D44/00—Other cosmetic or toiletry articles, e.g. for hairdressers' rooms
    • A45D44/14—Stands for performing hairdressing work; Postiche heads

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  • PATENTED BET 5197! MANNEQUIN HEAD FOR WIGS The present invention relates to a mannequin head for wigs which can serve as working equipment for the making, as well as for the care, of wigs.
  • Such a mannequin head must retain its shape so that the wigs made on this head can be fitted exactly and will also later on fit the wearer.
  • the head should be as light as possible so that it can be handled easily and it must be made of such a material that it will not be damaged or destroyed after the assembly pins have been used on its several times. Above all this, the head should be universal in its use in order to allow same to be used, as mentioned above, in the making and in the, mostly moist, finishing care of the wigs.
  • the fabric heads used in the finishing or care of wigs are, on the other hand, subject to and nonresistant to the influence of moisture so that their interior decomposes and/or otherwise dissolves, leading, among other things, to a badodor.
  • a mannequin head which will be universally usable, e.g., usable even as an exhibition head, while at the same time withstanding all external influences and retaining its shape even after repeated use, and susceptible of easy repair of small defects which may occasionally appear.
  • a mannequin head made of rubber or a material similar to rubber, which because of its strong support and wall structure retains its shape, optionally with provision of supporting ribs for additional strengthening. Since the head is made in a form (conveniently in two parts) the head can be so modelled that it can be used as a presentable exhibition head without additional cost.
  • the head Because of its homogeneous, thick wall structure and the elastic material used, the head resists moisture and offers good support for the assembly pins. The head is also relatively light and can be easily repaired with an included filler kit, should this become necessary after extended usage.
  • the mannequin head in accordance with the invention can also be construc ed in a different material such as for example, plastic, celluloid, or similar materials.
  • the portion of the head which is to carry the wig has then to be provided with a separate cap made of thick elastic material such as rubber or a rubberlike material.
  • the separate cap conforms generally to the portion of the mannequin head nor mally covered by a wig and can fit over the mannequin head as is shown by reference numeral 7 in the drawing or the cap can be fitted into or countersunk into the mannequin head. If desired the separate cap may be secured to the mannequin head by an adhesive or similar means.
  • the mannequin head 1 is hollow to keep its weight down but has a comparatively thick wall 2, so that the assembly pins hold in place. To further increase its strength, the interior has supporting ribs 3.
  • the skull is furnished with the outlines 4 of the hairline on the skull. The drawing shows measuring lines 5,
  • the lines extend generally from one ear area over the top of the head to a corresponding area on the other side of the head.
  • the lines 5 are positioned as desired by the wig stylist, to place the wig so as to produce a desired effect.
  • the conical cavity 6 shown as a throat accommodates a swivel mechanism with which the head is fastened to the table. Naturally, the head is made in different sizes.
  • the removable or glued on cap 7 is indicated with a dotted line.
  • the head in accordance with the invention is distinguished from other models known in the art by virtue of its universal applicability and also because of its durability, even when subjected to acids or lye and mechanical wear and tear of all kinds.
  • Mannequin head for the manufacture, care and exhibition of wigs and other hairpieces having a natural head shape and a homogeneous, thick wall structure constructed of an elastic material having sufficient rigidity to retain its shape and to support wig assembly pins over the entire portion of said mannequin head normally covered by wigs and other hairpieces, the exterior of said head being provided with a natural hairline and with a plurality of measuring lines for fitting of wigs, said lines extending from one ear area over the head to the corresponding area on the other side.
  • Mannequin head in accordance with claim 2 wherein the interior hollowed out portion of said head is provided with integrally formed reinforcing ribs.

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Cited By (9)

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Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US3897892A (en) * 1974-03-11 1975-08-05 James L Waters Custom formed wig block
US5586696A (en) * 1995-01-17 1996-12-24 Martinez; Evelyn R. Hair growing mannequin head
US6598751B2 (en) 2000-06-29 2003-07-29 M. Romaine McNelis Item holder
US20060008780A1 (en) * 2002-01-23 2006-01-12 Pivot Point International, Inc. Hair educational tool
US20100229663A1 (en) * 2009-03-12 2010-09-16 Gm Global Technology Operations, Inc. Adjustable face tool for positioning a free motion headform
US11191344B1 (en) 2018-10-23 2021-12-07 Kimberly Alexis Adjustable mannequin head
US20230061759A1 (en) * 2021-09-01 2023-03-02 Sean E. Martin Head target for martial arts practice
USD991347S1 (en) * 2023-02-20 2023-07-04 Guoli Ding Mannequin
USD1024427S1 (en) * 2021-07-30 2024-04-23 Baifenlegou (Shenzhen) International Trade Co., Ltd. Wig head mannequin

Cited By (13)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US3897892A (en) * 1974-03-11 1975-08-05 James L Waters Custom formed wig block
US5586696A (en) * 1995-01-17 1996-12-24 Martinez; Evelyn R. Hair growing mannequin head
US6598751B2 (en) 2000-06-29 2003-07-29 M. Romaine McNelis Item holder
US20040020872A1 (en) * 2000-06-29 2004-02-05 Mcnelis Romaine Item holder
US6892893B2 (en) 2000-06-29 2005-05-17 Mcnelis Romaine Item holder
US20060008780A1 (en) * 2002-01-23 2006-01-12 Pivot Point International, Inc. Hair educational tool
US20100229663A1 (en) * 2009-03-12 2010-09-16 Gm Global Technology Operations, Inc. Adjustable face tool for positioning a free motion headform
US8056427B2 (en) * 2009-03-12 2011-11-15 GM Global Technology Operations LLC Adjustable face tool for positioning a free motion headform
US11191344B1 (en) 2018-10-23 2021-12-07 Kimberly Alexis Adjustable mannequin head
USD1024427S1 (en) * 2021-07-30 2024-04-23 Baifenlegou (Shenzhen) International Trade Co., Ltd. Wig head mannequin
US20230061759A1 (en) * 2021-09-01 2023-03-02 Sean E. Martin Head target for martial arts practice
US12090381B2 (en) * 2021-09-01 2024-09-17 Sean E. Martin Head target for martial arts practice
USD991347S1 (en) * 2023-02-20 2023-07-04 Guoli Ding Mannequin

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BE734946A (fr) 1969-12-01
GB1281231A (en) 1972-07-12

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