US4008540A
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Insulated fishing creel
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-11-13
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Granted: 1977-02-22
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Expires: 1995-11-13
Abstract
Abstract An insulated fishing creel is constructed of urethane foam insulating material including a hollow container and a lid hinged thereon to form a thoroughly insulated enclosure. The lid includes an opening formed therethrough that is normally closed by a spring hinged door. The torsion spring connected to the hinged door is utilized to continuously urge the door to a closed position sealing the creel interior. Also provided are: a hinge for the lid, a creel handle, and a carrying strap mounting means, all formed integrally from a flexible material. A lid fastening assembly is also included to selectively hold the lid in a closed position.
Inventors
- 👤 Jerrold J. Brower
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 20:34
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01K; A01K97/00; A01K97/04; A01K97/05
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
170 words
An insulated fishing creel, comprising: an upwardly open container formed of heat insulating material and including upright side walls defining an open container top and joined together about a horizontal bottom wall; a container lid also formed of heat insulating material; integral flexible hinge and handle means for hingedly connecting the lid to the container to cover the container top and to provide a grip for holding the creel; said integral flexible hinge and handle means being attached to the exterior of one of the side walls and extending upward along the side wall and over the container lid and attaching to the container lid; an inwardly facing bead extending about an inner surface of the lid for releasable mating engagement with the side walls at the container top to selectively seal the container interior; an opening formed through the lid; an inwardly swinging hinged door mounted to an inside surface of the lid and overlapping the opening; and biasing means for continuously urging the door to a closed condition.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
170 words
An insulated fishing creel, comprising: an upwardly open container formed of heat insulating material and including upright side walls defining an open container top and joined together about a horizontal bottom wall; a container lid also formed of heat insulating material; integral flexible hinge and handle means for hingedly connecting the lid to the container to cover the container top and to provide a grip for holding the creel; said integral flexible hinge and handle means being attached to the exterior of one of the side walls and extending upward along the side wall and over the container lid and attaching to the container lid; an inwardly facing bead extending about an inner surface of the lid for releasable mating engagement with the side walls at the container top to selectively seal the container interior; an opening formed through the lid; an inwardly swinging hinged door mounted to an inside surface of the lid and overlapping the opening; and biasing means for continuously urging the door to a closed condition.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The fishing creel as set out by claim 1 further comprising strap mounting means formed integrally with the hinge and handle means for receiving a shoulder strap.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
The fishing creel as set out by claim 1 further comprising releasable fastening means for selectively holding the lid across the open top container end.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
40 words
The fishing creel as set out by claim 3 wherein the fastening means is comprised of a male snap member mounted to the creel side wall and a complementary female snap member mounted to a flexible strap on the lid.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
27 words
The fishing creel as set out by claim 4 further comprising strap mounting means formed integrally with the hinge and handle means for receiving a shoulder strap.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
62 words
The fishing creel as set out in claim 1 wherein the integral hinge and handle means are attached to the container by a pin and threadless nut arrangement wherein the pin is integral with the hinge and handle means and extends through the container side wall to receive the threadless nut at a free end thereof within the confines of the container.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
17 words
The fishing creel as defined by claim 1 wherein the heat insulation material is foamed urethane plastic.
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) | 1980-02-22 | 1980-08-23 | 1981-02-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-02-22 | 1984-08-23 | 1985-02-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-02-22 | 1988-08-23 | 1989-02-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |