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One piece polygonal carbon fiber rod with integral spine
 
   
Document Number
US Patent 7584571
Issued Date
September 8, 2009
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A composite fishing rod is described having a polygonal exterior with an integral interior spine which attaches to the interior of the joints or facets of the polygonal exterior. The polygonal exterior and spine are formed in one homogeneous structure, wherein gluing or other attachment is not required after forming the rod section. The fishing rod provides a high strength to weight ratio with improved flexibility, durability and action when compared with rods of conventional construction. The invention describes alternative embodiments for fabrication and novel joining ferrules, reel seat, line guide and other accessories directed toward enhanced utility.
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September 8, 2009
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11/065,981
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February 24, 2005
US Classification
43/18.1CT   43/18.5
Int'l Classification
A01K   87/00   (20060101)  
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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims priority from provisional patent application Ser. No. 60/550,646 filed Mar. 5, 2004, provisional patent application Ser. No. 60/503,407 filed Sep. 15, 2003 (now expired) and provisional patent application Ser. No. 60/484,743 filed Jul. 3, 2003 (now expired).
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43/18.1R   43/18.5   43/18.1CT D   22/139   22/142  
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