Fishing rod casting device for a disabled person
US4439944A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 13, 1981 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K91/02
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fishing rod casting device for a disabled person is provided, comprising a base for attachment to a wheelchair with an adjustable holder for a reel and a casting rod member pivotally connected to said base. Calibratable biasing means are provided on the holder pivot housing to accommodate the strength of the operator in cocking and releasing the casting device, a support device is provided, for attachment to the usable body member of the operator, having an operating lever adapted to engage a cocking and releasing ring on the holder housing, to cock and release the same for casting. The same operating lever is used to activate the reel to draw in the catch.
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