Transparent fishing hook including transparent structural coating
US6481149B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 12, 1995 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K83/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A transparent fishing hook is shown and described as being integrally formed of a material capable of passing images therethrough. In this manner, the hook becomes less visible against a given visual environment. The hook is shown in several embodiments including several flesh engaging configurations and line attachment configurations. Selection in index of refraction relative to a given body of water in which the hook is to be used enhances the “invisibility” of the hook when used in that body of water. A transparent urethane coating is applied to the transparent fishing hook to improve its resistance to deformation when engaging a fish in use thereof.
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