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Trolling apparatus
Assignee: Penn Fishing Tackle Manufacturing Co
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Filing: 1981-07-20
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Granted: 1984-01-31
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Expires: 2001-07-20
Abstract
Abstract Trolling apparatus is disclosed for controlled depth trolling which includes a spring urged pin which can be turned to an "on" position where it is retained so that the pin can be successively engaged by members on the spool to provide an audible sound when the line is being drawn out by a fish on the line or which can be turned to an "off" position so that the pin is moved to a position out of engagement with the members on the spool.
Inventors
- 👤 Walter J. Henze
- 👤 William Purcell
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 12:22
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01K; A01K89/00; A01K89/015; A01K89/0165
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
205 words
In trolling apparatus for fishing, which includes a base, a spool for carrying a supply of line rotatably mounted on said base, a boom secured at one end to said base, which boom has a pulley at its free end over which the line extends, the improvement which comprises, audible signal means comprising a bracket mounted on said base contiguous to one side face of the spool, said side face having in a circular arrangment thereon a plurality of members, said bracket having a first pin resiliently urged toward said members to provide upon engagement with said members and rotation of said spool an audible signal, said first pin being movable to a retracted position to prevent engagement of said pin with said members thereby to prevent an audible signal, a control member for said first pin which comprises a handle secured to said pin for moving said first pin to a retracted position, a second pin secured to said handle for engagement in a portion of said bracket to permit engagement of said first pin with said members to provide an audible signal, and said handle being rotatable after said second pin is retracted to prevent engagement of said first pin with said members.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
205 words
In trolling apparatus for fishing, which includes a base, a spool for carrying a supply of line rotatably mounted on said base, a boom secured at one end to said base, which boom has a pulley at its free end over which the line extends, the improvement which comprises, audible signal means comprising a bracket mounted on said base contiguous to one side face of the spool, said side face having in a circular arrangment thereon a plurality of members, said bracket having a first pin resiliently urged toward said members to provide upon engagement with said members and rotation of said spool an audible signal, said first pin being movable to a retracted position to prevent engagement of said pin with said members thereby to prevent an audible signal, a control member for said first pin which comprises a handle secured to said pin for moving said first pin to a retracted position, a second pin secured to said handle for engagement in a portion of said bracket to permit engagement of said first pin with said members to provide an audible signal, and said handle being rotatable after said second pin is retracted to prevent engagement of said first pin with said members.
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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) | 1987-01-30 | 1987-08-01 | 1988-01-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-01-30 | 1991-08-01 | 1992-01-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-01-30 | 1995-08-01 | 1996-01-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |