US4128170A
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Combination tackle box, bait holder, cooler and seat means
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-02-10
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Granted: 1978-12-05
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Expires: 1998-02-10
Abstract
Abstract In abstract a preferred embodiment of this invention is either a generally cubical or cylindrical shaped insulated cooler with a plurality of latch means for securing thereto a combination tackle box, bait well and seat means on the upper portion thereof. Means are provided for giving ready access to the cooler portion of the present invention as well as providing for maintaining perishable bait in a cooled condition without contaminating ice and other products contained within the cooler reservoir.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles Elliott
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 07:30
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01K; A01K97/00; A01K97/06; A01K97/04; A01K97/22
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
142 words
A combination fisherman's appliance comprising: a top loading type cooler means; a combination cooler closure means having a bottom portion adapted to meshingly engage and cover the open top of said cooler, side portions, a front portion, a rear portion, and a fixed partial top portion; a bait well wall extending between side portions and said top and bottom portions; an openable top portion hingedly disposed between said bait well wall and said rear portion whereby a bait well is formed with top access thereto being provided; drawer means slidingly disposed through said front portion and extending inwardly therefrom to a point adjacent the bait well wall whereby fishing tackle may be stored in said closure; and aperture means in said fixed top portion and said bottom portion providing access to the interior of said cooler without removing said cooler closure means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
142 words
A combination fisherman's appliance comprising: a top loading type cooler means; a combination cooler closure means having a bottom portion adapted to meshingly engage and cover the open top of said cooler, side portions, a front portion, a rear portion, and a fixed partial top portion; a bait well wall extending between side portions and said top and bottom portions; an openable top portion hingedly disposed between said bait well wall and said rear portion whereby a bait well is formed with top access thereto being provided; drawer means slidingly disposed through said front portion and extending inwardly therefrom to a point adjacent the bait well wall whereby fishing tackle may be stored in said closure; and aperture means in said fixed top portion and said bottom portion providing access to the interior of said cooler without removing said cooler closure means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
The combination fisherman's appliance of claim 1 wherein an exterior cover is provided for said access means adjacent said top portion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination fisherman's appliance of claim 1 wherein said cooler is generally cubical in shape.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination fisherman's appliance of claim 1 wherein the cooler is generally cylindrical in shape.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
43 words
The combination fisherman's appliance of claim 1 wherein at least three generally equidistantly disposed latch means are provided about the periphery of the joint between said cooler means and said closure means whereby said cooler and said closure can be tightly connected together.
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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) | 1981-12-04 | 1982-06-05 | 1982-12-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-12-04 | 1986-06-05 | 1986-12-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-12-04 | 1990-06-05 | 1990-12-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |