US3705697A
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Scuba diving reel
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-12-24
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Granted: 1972-12-12
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Expires: 1990-12-24
Abstract
Abstract An improved reel for carrying line in a convenient manner when scuba diving or skin diving. The reel straps securely about the forearm of a diver preferably wearing a wet-suit and is positioned to be easily unwound or rewound in full view of the diver. Cleating or wedging means are included to fix the unwound line at any length either prior to diving or when the desired depth has been attained. Features of the reel when attached to the arm of the diver allow it to be re-wound or unwound and secured solely with the use of the diver''s other arm.
Inventors
- 👤 Verdun P Chagnon
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 07:47
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65H; B65H75/00; B65H75/02; B65H75/34; B65H75/36; B63; B63C; B63C11/00; B63C11/02; B63C11/26
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 18
Claim 1
Independent Claim
72 words
A reel suitable for carrying line for scuba diving, comprising; a spool for winding line thereupon, a first spool end having line attachment means for securing a line, a second spool end having strap attachment means, a strap secured to said strap attachment means, quick release means on said strap to fasten said strap about the arm of a diver sufficiently tightly to prevent movement of said spool independently of said arm.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
72 words
A reel suitable for carrying line for scuba diving, comprising; a spool for winding line thereupon, a first spool end having line attachment means for securing a line, a second spool end having strap attachment means, a strap secured to said strap attachment means, quick release means on said strap to fasten said strap about the arm of a diver sufficiently tightly to prevent movement of said spool independently of said arm.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The reel of claim 1 wherein said line attachment means include a cleat on said first spool end.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The reel of claim 1 wherein said line attachment means include wedging clips on said first spool end.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
The reel according to claim 1 wherein said line attachment means includes a wedging clip and a tongue secured substantially diametrically opposite on said first spool end, and pivotal means securing said tongue extendably beyond the periphery of said first spool end.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
The reel of claim 1 wherein said strap attachment means include at least one slot having said strap threaded therethrough.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
36 words
The reel of claim 5 wherein said quick release means include complementary Velcro fasteners, one of which comprises projecting hook like elements with the other comprising a multiplicity of projecting loop elements, secured to said strap.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
44 words
The reel of claim 6 wherein said quick release means include a Velcro fastener secured to said strap between two slots of said strap attachment means and complementary with a Velcro fastener secured to the diving suit of a diver at a pre-selected position.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
55 words
The reel according to claim 5 wherein said quick release means include a Velcro fastener secured to said strap and complementary with a Velcro fastener, one of which comprises projecting hook like elements with the other comprising a multiplicity of projecting loop elements, secured to the diving suit of a diver at a pre-selected position.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
47 words
The reel of claim 5 including means for securing a line end comprising a hole in said second spool end, said hole located between two slots in said strap attachment means to thereby position a line end securing knob between said strap and said second spool end.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
82 words
A reel suitable for carrying line for scuba diving, comprising; a spool for winding line thereupon, means for securing one end of a line to said spool, a first spool end having wedging means for securing a line, a second spool end having a pair of slots, a strap threaded through said slots, and quick release means on said strap to fasten said strap about the arm of a diver sufficiently tightly to prevent movement of said spool independently of said arm.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
82 words
A reel suitable for carrying line for scuba diving, comprising; a spool for winding line thereupon, means for securing one end of a line to said spool, a first spool end having wedging means for securing a line, a second spool end having a pair of slots, a strap threaded through said slots, and quick release means on said strap to fasten said strap about the arm of a diver sufficiently tightly to prevent movement of said spool independently of said arm.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
36 words
The reel of claim 10 wherein said quick release means include complementary Velcro fasteners, one of which comprises projecting hook like elements with the other comprising a multiplicity of projecting loop elements, secured to said strap.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
41 words
The reel of claim 11 wherein said quick release means include a Velcro fastener secured to said strap between said pair of slots and complementary with a Velcro fastener secured to the diving suit of a diver at a preselected position.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
30 words
The reel of claim 10 including a tongue pivotally secured substantially diametrically opposite said wedging means on said first spool end and extendable beyond the periphery of said spool end.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
80 words
A reel suitable for carrying line for scuba diving, comprising; a spool for winding line thereupon, means for securing one end of a line to said spool, a spool end having strap attachment means, a strap engaging said strap attachment means, quick release means on said strap to fasten said strap about the arm of a diver sufficiently tightly to prevent movement of said spool independently of said arm and line attachment means engaging said strap adjacent said spool end.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
80 words
A reel suitable for carrying line for scuba diving, comprising; a spool for winding line thereupon, means for securing one end of a line to said spool, a spool end having strap attachment means, a strap engaging said strap attachment means, quick release means on said strap to fasten said strap about the arm of a diver sufficiently tightly to prevent movement of said spool independently of said arm and line attachment means engaging said strap adjacent said spool end.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
20 words
The reel of claim 14 wherein said line attachment means comprises a clip having a portion wrapped about said strap.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-12-12 | 1976-06-12 | 1976-12-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-12-12 | 1980-06-12 | 1980-12-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-12-12 | 1984-06-12 | 1984-12-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |