US3950879A
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Decoy weight-carrier
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-02-07
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Granted: 1976-04-20
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Expires: 1995-02-07
Abstract
Abstract A collapsible decoy and combined carrier and weight. The carrier functions both as a carrier for the folded decoy and also as a weight when immersed in and filled with water. The carrier is connected to the decoy by string means. In use, the immersed carrier functions as a weight to retain the decoy on the surface of the water.
Inventors
- 👤 Stanley J. Kwako
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 05:13
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01M; A01M31/00; A01M31/06
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
82 words
A collapsible decoy and a combined carrier and weight, said decoy and carrier connected to each other by string means, said decoy adapted to float on water, said carrier comprising body means open at one end and adapted to receive and contain said decoy and string means in a folded manner for carrying purposes, said carrier adapted to be immersed and filled with water thereby functioning as a weight, whereby said decoy is retained in place on the surface of the water.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
82 words
A collapsible decoy and a combined carrier and weight, said decoy and carrier connected to each other by string means, said decoy adapted to float on water, said carrier comprising body means open at one end and adapted to receive and contain said decoy and string means in a folded manner for carrying purposes, said carrier adapted to be immersed and filled with water thereby functioning as a weight, whereby said decoy is retained in place on the surface of the water.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
The decoy and combined carrier and weight of claim 1 wherein said carrier comprises a service hole adjacent said open end, to which said string means is attached.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The decoy and combined carrier and weight of claim 1 wherein the material of the decoy and carrier is the same and comprises a water proof flexible material.
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) | 1979-04-20 | 1979-10-20 | 1980-04-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-04-20 | 1983-10-20 | 1984-04-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-04-20 | 1987-10-20 | 1988-04-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |