US4457095A
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Fishing line holder
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-10-19
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Granted: 1984-07-03
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Expires: 2001-10-19
Abstract
Abstract A fishing line holder for supporting the free end of a fishing line when transporting the fishing gear. The apparatus includes a block having a slot therein for receiving the line and a mounting structure for securing the block to the pole.
Inventors
- 👤 Richard F. Stevenson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 18:24
CPC Classifications
A; A01; A01K; A01K97/00; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/14; Y10T24/1498
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
93 words
A fishing line holder for supporting the free end of a fishing line, a length of which extends from the tip of a fishing pole, the holder comprising: (a) a block having a slot therein for receiving the line; and (b) mounting means for securing the block on the pole, the mounting means comprising a ratchet strip having: (1) a locking end; (2) a curved portion having substantially the same radius as the pole, and mounting the block; and (3) a flexible toothed portion for encircling the pole and engaging the locking end.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
93 words
A fishing line holder for supporting the free end of a fishing line, a length of which extends from the tip of a fishing pole, the holder comprising: (a) a block having a slot therein for receiving the line; and (b) mounting means for securing the block on the pole, the mounting means comprising a ratchet strip having: (1) a locking end; (2) a curved portion having substantially the same radius as the pole, and mounting the block; and (3) a flexible toothed portion for encircling the pole and engaging the locking end.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The fishing line holder of claim 1 wherein the block is integrally formed with the ratchet strip.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
The fishing line holder of claim 1 wherein the slot in the block is flared at its outer end to facilitate engagement with the line.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
14 words
The fishing line holder of claim 1 wherein the block is of resilient material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
110 words
A fishing apparatus comprising in combination: (a) a fishing pole; (b) a length of fishing line extending from the tip of the pole; (c) a block mounted on the pole and having a slot therein for receiving and releasably securing the free end of the line when the line is temporarily not in use for fishing; and (d) mounting means for securing the block on the pole, the mounting means comprising a ratchet strip having: (1) a locking end; (2) a curved portion having substantially the same radius as the pole, and mounting the block; and (3) a flexible toothed portion for encircling the pole and engaging the locking end.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
110 words
A fishing apparatus comprising in combination: (a) a fishing pole; (b) a length of fishing line extending from the tip of the pole; (c) a block mounted on the pole and having a slot therein for receiving and releasably securing the free end of the line when the line is temporarily not in use for fishing; and (d) mounting means for securing the block on the pole, the mounting means comprising a ratchet strip having: (1) a locking end; (2) a curved portion having substantially the same radius as the pole, and mounting the block; and (3) a flexible toothed portion for encircling the pole and engaging the locking end.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
37 words
The fishing apparatus of claim 5 further comprising a hook attached to the end of the line, and means mounted on the pole for tensioning the line so that the hook abuts the side of the block.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
29 words
The fishing apparatus of claim 5 further comprising a reel mounted on the pole, and wherein the block is mounted on the pole behind the face of the reel.
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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) | 1987-07-03 | 1988-01-02 | 1988-07-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-07-03 | 1992-01-02 | 1992-07-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-07-03 | 1996-01-02 | 1996-07-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |