Depth planer and release for sliding down fishing line

Details Depth planer and release for sliding down fishing line Depth planer and release for sliding down fishing line

1988-10-11

1989-11-14

Jordan, M.

Fishing, trapping, and vermin destroying

Fishing

Line-attached bodies, hooks and rigs

A01K 9700

Patent

active

048798347

ABSTRACT:
This invention provides an improved fishing tackle depth planer and release mechanism. Only a strong pull from the fishing rod will cause the mechanism to release, whereas a relatively light tug from the tackle end of the line will trigger the release. The mechanism not only trips the planer out of its diving orientation, but also allows the planer to slide down the fishing line to the lure once a fish has struck. This feature permits the fisherman to use the planer a great distance away from the lure on the fishing line. The release mechanism comprises a plug, a corresponding sleeve and surrounding ring assembly, and holes in each through which the fishing line is threaded. The planer has a hemispherical weight rivetted through it to provide balance without a keeling effect. The orientation of the plug in the sleeve controls the point at which the fishing line pulls the planer and thereby enables the fisherman to adjust the planer for planing sideways to port or starboard, in addition to planing downward through the water. The orientation of the plug also controls the balance of the planer for proper diving with light or heavy tackle. A selection of alternate holes for the fishing line in the planer also allows adjustment for the use of light or extra heavy tackle.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3765118 (1973-10-01), Reitler
patent: 4028837 (1977-06-01), Clark
patent: 4031652 (1977-06-01), Johnson
patent: 4625450 (1986-12-01), Roemer
patent: 4628630 (1986-12-01), Bohme

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