SKI-PONY

What this record means

The record shows that “SKI‑PONY” was a live, principal‑register mark owned by William H. Smith, but it expired on December 8, 1984 because it was not renewed. The mark covered power‑driven skis, with first use in September 1961. A similar name would raise the closest concern in the same category of ski equipment, especially power‑driven or motor‑powered skis. The record does not give the owner control over every use of the wording; it only reflects rights in that specific class and goods. The prosecution history notes a single status event—expiration under §9—without any opposition or enforcement activity. No enforcement signals appear in the supplied history. For someone considering a similar name, the expired status means the mark no longer provides protection, but the past registration still signals that the owner once claimed rights in that niche, so caution is advised when using the name in related ski products.