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US3608227A
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Illuminated fishing float
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-05-26
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Granted: 1971-09-28
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Expires: 1989-05-26
Abstract
Abstract A BATTERY POWDERED FISHING FLOAT HAVING A BULB WHICH IS ACTUATED BY A BITE OR STRIKE ON THE FISHING LINE AND A SIMPLE AND INEXPENSIVE SWITCH WHICH MAKES OR BREAKS THE CIRCUIT THROUGH THE USE OF UNIQUE U-SHAPED, BATTERY SUPPORT AND CONTACT MEMBER. THE LIGHT IS OFF EXCEPT WHEN THERE IS A BITE OR PRESSURE ON THE LINE. CONSEQUENTLY, THE DEVICE CAN BE USED FOR DAY OR NIGHT FISHING WITHOUT APPRECIABLE DRAIN ON THE BATTERY.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert H Adams
Bibliographic Details
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Jurisdiction
US
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2026-11-09 01:49
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01K; A01K93/00; A01K93/02
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-09-27 | 1975-03-29 | 1975-09-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-09-27 | 1979-03-29 | 1979-09-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-09-27 | 1983-03-29 | 1983-09-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |