Container for storing split shot

Abstract

This invention pertains to a container for storing split-shot used by fisherpersons in fly fishing or other small objects. A preferred embodiment is an elongate receptacle having a closed bottom wall, an open top, and a body having a generally cylindrical shape and smooth outer surface whereby a cavity is defined within the receptacle, and a pliable and resilient elongate closure having an open end, a closed end, and a tubular body, said elongate closure being sized such its open end fits over the open top of the elongate receptacle to frictionally engage the body of the elongate receptacle, said tubular body having at least one slit passing through it providing access to the cavity within the receptacle.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] This invention pertains to a container which is useful to fisherpersons for storing used pieces of split-shot during a fishing session. [0003] 2. Description of the Prior Art [0004] The invention addresses a common problem faced by fly fisherpersons. Slotted weights, such as split shot, are commonly used in fly-fishing to weight the leading end of a fishing line so that the end will sink to the desired depth. Split shot is applied by placing the fishing line into the slot and then crimping the slot closed with a tool such as a long nose pliers, forceps, or the like. Split shot is typically made of lead and has a football like or spherical shape with a roughly elliptical cross section. Split shot is available in a number of popular sizes ranging from a minor axis in the range of about 3-mm to about 6-mm. The shot is removed by reopening the slot by prying it open. [0005] Shot is often added and removed from a fishing...

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Benefits of technology

"The invention is a container for storing small items, such as split shot or other small items, that is easy to use in a busy circumstance of a fly fisherperson. The container includes an elongate receptacle with a closed bottom wall, a top opening, and a body between the closed bottom wall and the top opening. The elongate receptacle has a smooth outer surface and a cavity inside. The container also includes a pliable and resilient elongate closure that fits over the open top of the receptacle to frictionally engage the receptacle. The closure has at least one slit passing through it to provide access to the cavity inside the receptacle. The closure can be easily attached to a fisherperson's vest or lanyard device. The unique feature of the container is that the closure is an elongate tube with one or more slit openings on the side of the tube, allowing for easy attachment to a retractor cord."

Problems solved by technology

However this and other general purpose containers do not adequately meet the needs for a split shot storage container.

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