“Tree winch” portable game hoist
US6695688B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 4, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 24, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA22B5/06
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention is a portable game hoist (12) designed for suspending large animals such as deer, hogs, and the like from a tree, pole, or post for immediate processing in the field. The game hoist consists of a vertical support member (16) connected at an obtuse angle to a horizontal lifting arm (14) via a main bracket (18c), a hand winch (24a) for lifting the animal, and a means of attaching the hoist to a tree. The hoist is lightweight, yet sturdy and simple to use. The game hoist can be easily folded for transportation or storage by removing a removable bolt or ball pin (30). Tightening up on the hand winch secures the game hoist in the folded position. In the folded position, the game hoist can be transported under the seat of a truck, on the rack of a four-wheeler, or in the bottom of a boat. The hoist can also be carried by hand or across the shoulder using a chain (20). A companion to assist in the use of the game hoist is not necessary, as it is light in weight and simple to use.
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