Patent ID: 6988655
Filing Date: 2006-01-24
Classification: A47G

Abstract:
1. A telescopic mailbox support device, said device comprising: an elongated shaft having a vertically disposed longitudinal axis and opposed end portions disposed adjacent a ground surface and spaced upwardly therefrom at a predetermined height; a bracket having a base portion and a plurality of sidewalls integral therewith and extending orthogonally therefrom, said bracket having a plurality of apertures spaced along said base portion and said plurality of sidewalls for receiving a plurality of corresponding fastening members therethrough so that said bracket can be secured to one said end portion of said elongated shaft; a telescopic support member extending substantially orthogonal from said shaft and comprising a platform having front and rear portions statically secured to another said plurality of tubes and being disposed forwardly thereof respectively, said platform further having a substantially planar top surface for securely maintaining a mailbox thereon; and a handle having a generally staple shape, said handle being disposed adjacent said front portion of said platform and being grasped by a user for moving said support member between extended and retracted positions.