Patent ID: 6367585
Filing Date: 2002-04-09
Classification: A01M

Abstract:
An adjustable hunting stand system for mounting on an upstanding member for supporting a person at an elevated position with respect to a ground surface, the adjustable hunting stand system comprising:a base assembly for mounting to an upstanding member; and a platform assembly comprising: a platform member for supporting a person, the platform member being pivotally mounted to the base assembly; and a platform support structure supporting the platform member in a plurality of positions with respect to the base assembly such that the platform is supportable in a level orientation substantially independent of the orientation of the upstanding member; wherein the base assembly comprises a base structure including a support member for positioning adjacent to the upstanding member and having an upper end and a lower end, and a lateral member mounted to the lower end of the support member, the lateral member extending laterally outward from the support member; wherein the upper end of the support member has a support aperture therein, and additionally comprises a hook member for mounting on an upstanding member and suspending the base assembly from the upstanding member, the hook member comprising: a mounting portion for penetrating a surface of the upstanding member, the mounting portion having a diameter tapering to a tip, a portion adjacent to the tip having an exterior surface with threads thereon adapted for penetrating the upstanding member; and a hook portion for engaging the support aperture of the support member, the hook portion having a J-shape for removably inserting into the support aperture in the support member such that the support member depends from the hook portion.