Fishing reel frame
US5897069A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 14, 1997 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K89/015
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for producing fishing reel frames and a fishing reel frame employs a starting piece comprising: a longitudinal first side wall; a longitudinal second side wall having a spaced relationship with the first side wall such that the second side wall is spaced apart from the first side wall; and at least one longitudinal cross-structure holding the first and second side walls in the spaced relationship. The starting piece is preferably an extruded structure. The method comprises the step of machining the starting piece to produce a plurality of individual frames. The method also includes the steps of: (a) forming a series of spool apertures through the first side wall such that each of the individual frames includes a separate one of the spool apertures; (b) forming a series of spool shaft apertures through the second side wall such that each of the individual frames includes a separate one of the spool shaft apertures; and (c) forming feet from those portions of the cross-structure included in the individual frames. The feet are operable for mounting the individual frames on fishing rods. The longitudinal cross-structure is preferably positioned above the bottom of the starting…
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