Reel seat

Abstract

The present invention provides a reel seat that does not increase the outer diameter of a movable cover and a nut member, and is equipped with a ratchet mechanism that can produce a clicking sound with a simple structure. The reel seat of the present invention has a seat body, which has a reel foot placement portion and a cylindrical portion formed with an opening hole in which the rear end portion of the rod is engaged and fixed. The seat body includes: a movable cover that moves axially upward to fix the reel foot placed on the reel foot placement portion; a nut member that engages with the movable cover in a manner that allows the movable cover to move axially in a rotation-stopped state; and a ratchet mechanism that is arranged in the engaging area between the movable cover and the nut member. The ratchet mechanism includes: a concave-convex portion formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut member to produce a clicking sound; and an arc-shaped concave portion formed on the outer circumferential surface of the movable cover, and a leaf spring provided with a top that cooperates with the concave-convex portion.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a reel seat which is mounted on various fishing rods to which a reel is mounted and is used to mount and fix the reel. More particularly, the present invention relates to a reel seat which generates a clicking sound when a movable cover is moved. Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, a cylindrical reel seat is fixed to the outer circumference of the first rod section of a fishing rod using a fishing reel. Typically, such a reel seat comprises a fixed cover at one axial end of the reel leg placement portion and a movable cover at the other axial end. The movable cover is configured to engage a nut member for rotation, and rotate the nut member to move the movable cover toward or away from the fixed cover.

[0003] Among the reel seats with the above-mentioned structures, those equipped with a ratchet mechanism that produces a clicking sound when the nut member is rotated are known. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a ratchet mechanism in which a support member with a leaf spring is provided between the nut member and the reel seat, while Patent Document 2 discloses a ratchet mechanism in which a coil spring and a ball are provided between the nut member and the reel seat. In both structures, the inner surface of the nut member is provided with a circumferentially extending recessed and raised portion that allows the leaf spring and the ball to elastically engage, thereby producing a clicking sound when the nut member is rotated.

[0004] Patent Literature

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2000-342123

[0006] Patent Document 2: Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2001-145439 Summary of the Invention

[0007] Because the existing ratchet mechanism structure includes a support member for mounting the elastic member between the nut and the reel seat, the outer diameter of the movable cover is large, which degrades the appearance and is not ideal for functionality. Reducing the outer diameter of the movable cover requires reducing the outer diameter of the screw, limiting its usable range. Furthermore, using a coil spring to apply force to the ball element requires a large number of parts, resulting in high costs and structural instability, making it prone to failure.

[0008] The present invention is made with an eye on the above-mentioned problems, and the technical problem to be solved is to provide a reel seat which does not increase the outer diameter of the movable cover and the nut member, and is equipped with a ratchet mechanism which can produce a clicking sound with a simple structure.

[0009] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the reel seat involved in the present invention comprises a reel foot placement portion for placing the reel foot of a fishing reel and a cylindrical portion with an opening hole formed in which the rear end portion of the rod is engaged and fixed, and is characterized in that the seat body comprises: a movable cover that moves axially upward to fix the reel foot placed on the reel foot placement portion; a nut member that is engaged with the movable cover in a manner that allows the movable cover to move axially upward in a stopped state; and a ratchet mechanism that is arranged in the engagement area between the movable cover and the nut member, the ratchet mechanism comprising: a concave and convex portion formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut member to produce a clicking sound; and an arc-shaped concave portion formed on the outer circumferential surface of the movable cover, and a leaf spring having a top that cooperates with the concave and convex portion is provided.

[0010] The ratchet mechanism of the reel seat is disposed in the mating region between the movable cover and the nut member. The ratchet mechanism includes a leaf spring having a top portion that engages with a concave-convex portion formed on the inner circumference of the nut member. Since the leaf spring is formed as an arc-shaped recessed portion formed on the outer circumference of the mating region of the movable cover, no separate supporting member is required as in the past. Furthermore, since the click sound is generated by the elasticity of the leaf spring disposed in the recessed portion, the structure is simple and the outer diameters of the movable cover and the nut member do not need to be increased.

[0011] Moreover, the reel seat of the above structure can be fixed on the outer peripheral surface of the rod shaft (first section of the rod) of various fishing rods.

[0012] According to the present invention, a reel seat and a fishing rod equipped with the reel seat can be obtained, wherein the reel seat is equipped with a ratchet mechanism that can generate a click sound with a simple structure without increasing the outer diameters of the movable cover and the nut member. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] Figure 1 It is a partial cross-sectional view in the axial direction showing one embodiment of the reel seat according to the present invention.

[0014] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The exploded perspective view of the reel seat portion shown is shown in FIG. 1 , wherein (a) is a view viewed from above, and (b) is a view viewed from below.

[0015] Figure 3 The nut member constituting the reel seat is shown, wherein (a) is an axial cross-sectional view, and (b) is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA of (a).

[0016] Figure 4 The movable cover constituting the reel seat is shown, wherein (a) is a cross-sectional view in the axial direction, (b) is a plan view, and (c) is a view viewed from the front side in the axial direction.

[0017] Figure 5 1 and 2 are diagrams showing the structure of a leaf spring provided in a movable cover, wherein (a) is a front view and (b) is a side view.

[0018] Figure 6 The figures show the state where the nut member is engaged with the movable cover (the structure of the ratchet mechanism), (a) shows the state where the top of the leaf spring is engaged with the recessed portion by rotating the nut member, and (b) shows the state where the top of the leaf spring is engaged with the convex portion.

[0019] Figure 7 The figures show a modified example of the ratchet mechanism, (a) shows a state where the nut member is rotated so that the top of the leaf spring is located at the recessed position, and (b) shows a state where the top of the leaf spring is engaged with the convex portion.

[0020] Explanation of symbols

[0021] 1-reel seat; 1A-seat body; 1B-cylindrical portion; 1C-opening hole; 3-reel foot placement portion; 5-fixed cover; 60-movable cover; 70-nut member; 80-ratchet mechanism; 82-convex and concave portion; 84-concave portion; 90-leaf spring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] Hereinafter, embodiments of the cable reel seat according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Figures 1 to 6 It is a figure which shows one embodiment of the cable reel seat concerning this invention.

[0024] In the following description, the front-back direction (axial direction) and the up-down direction represent Figure 1 The directions shown in the figure, left and right directions (lateral directions) indicate the direction of Figure 1 The reel seat of this embodiment has a structure suitable for mounting a spinning reel on a fishing rod (a special-shaped clamp structure), with the reel mounted on the bottom side. Although the diagram does not show a fishing rod fixedly mounted to the reel seat, the rear end of the rod (the first rod section) is axially inserted through the opening of the reel seat and secured by bonding or other means. This fishing rod is not limited to a pull-out, plug-in, or single-rod type.

[0025] The seat body 1A of the cable reel seat 1 of this embodiment is integrally formed from a transparent material such as nylon, polycarbonate, acrylic, or polyurethane, allowing visual inspection of the interior to enhance the design. The color can be either colorless or transparent, and the transmittance is not particularly limited as long as the interior is visually observable. Furthermore, the seat body 1A can be configured to have partially different colors or transmittances. Alternatively, the seat body 1A can be formed from an opaque material.

[0026] The seat body 1A is formed as a whole in a cylindrical shape. The base end of the rod (first rod section) constituting the fishing rod is inserted into an opening 1C formed in the cylindrical portion 1B thereof and extends across the front-to-back direction, and the outer circumference thereof is fixed by bonding or the like. In this case, the base end of the rod can be fixed directly to the inner circumference of the opening 1C or via a tubular spacer sleeve.

[0027] A cylindrical clamping member 50 for gripping and holding is integrated into the seat body 1A. The clamping member 50 of this embodiment is mounted on the rear side of the seat body 1A. The body 50A of the clamping member 50 can be formed of a soft material, such as natural cork, polyurethane, EVA, thermoplastic elastomer, rubber, or the like, or by coating a hard member with one of these materials, to improve gripping feel, gripping properties, appearance, and weight reduction.

[0028] The clamping member 50 is integrated with the base body 1A via a cover member (described later). When the two are integrated, an opening 50B extending through the body 50A in the front-to-back direction is coaxial with the opening 1C of the base body 1A, allowing the root end of the rod to be inserted through and secured. In this case, the inserted root end of the rod can be secured directly to the inner circumference of the opening 50B or through a tubular spacer sleeve.

[0029] The seat body 1A is formed with a reel foot placement portion 3 for placing the reel foot of a spinning reel; and a fixed cover 5, disposed behind the reel foot placement portion 3 and receiving the rear end of the reel foot. Furthermore, the seat body 1A is provided with a movable cover 60 on the axially front side thereof, opposite the fixed cover 5; a nut member 70 engaged with the movable cover 60 to allow axial movement when the movable cover 60 is locked; and a ratchet mechanism 80 disposed in the mating region between the movable cover 60 and the nut member 70. Specifically, the movable cover 60 is disposed on the front side of the seat body 1A (in front of the reel foot placement portion 3), allowing for axial movement relative to the fixed cover 5.

[0030] By rotating a nut member 70 screwed onto an externally threaded portion 7 formed at the front end of the tubular portion 1B, the movable cover 60 is moved in the axial direction without rotating, thereby clamping and fixing the front end side of the leg of the spinning reel placed on the reel leg placement portion 3. Therefore, the movable cover 60 includes a cover portion 61 that moves in the axial direction to receive the front end side of the reel leg.

[0031] The fitting structure between the movable cover 60 and the nut member 70 and the structure of the ratchet mechanism 80 will be described later.

[0032] An end face (connecting end face) 52 of the clamp 50 is disposed opposite to an end face (connecting end face) 8 of the seat body 1A on the clamp side, and the two are integrated with the cover member 30 interposed therebetween.

[0033] The reel seat 1 and clamp 50 of this embodiment are configured as a special-shaped clamping member, with a portion of the clamp axially superimposed on the seat body 1A of the reel seat, thereby enhancing its appearance. Specifically, the seat body 1A is formed so that the cylindrical portion 1B protrudes rearward while exposed. A connecting end surface 8 is formed along the outer circumference of this exposed protrusion (hereinafter referred to as the exposed protrusion 1B') and slopes upward from the bottom.

[0034] The connecting end face 8 is constructed as a stepped portion protruding outward along the outer circumference of the exposed protrusion 1B′, and includes: a protruding step portion 8a protruding axially in a roughly semicircular shape at the lower end of the exposed protrusion 1B′; two side inclined steps 8b formed on both sides of the protruding step portion 8a in a manner gradually rising toward the front side; and an upper side protruding step portion 8c formed at the upper end of the exposed protrusion 1B′ in a manner continuous with the two side inclined steps 8b. The connecting end face 8, which includes such protruding steps 8a, two side inclined steps 8b, and upper side protruding step 8c, is constructed as an abutment surface exposed toward the rear side, and the cover member 30 is in close contact with this abutment surface. In addition, the fixed cover 5 is integrated from the bottom of the protruding step portion 8a to the lower side of the two side inclined steps 8b.

[0035] The connecting end surface 52 of the clamp 50, which serves as the connection side to the main body 50A, is cut obliquely downward from the upper end in the connection region on the seat body side. This cut surface comprises a lower end surface 52a, two side oblique end surfaces 52b, and an upper end surface 52c, such that this cut surface faces the protruding step 8a, the two side oblique step 8b, and the upper protruding step 8c of the seat body 1A. Furthermore, by fitting the exposed protruding portion 1B′ of the seat body 1A into the opening 50B on the front side of the clamp 50, these surfaces face each other with the cover member 30 interposed therebetween.

[0036] When the exposed protrusion 1B' of the seat body 1A is fitted into the front opening 50B of the clamp 50, a cover member 30 is interposed therebetween. The cover member 30 is an annular frame structure extending axially and vertically and curved and raised at the front, and is formed of an opaque material.

[0037] When positioned between the seat body 1A and the clamp 50, the cover member 30 forms a substantially flush surface with the seat body 1A, the cover member 30, and the clamp 50, resulting in a structure that is easy to grip without any uneven surfaces. The cover member 30 can be integrally formed from, for example, resin, metal, or wood. Its surface can be treated with color or pattern, or plated with metal such as gold, silver, copper, or aluminum to enhance its gloss. This thin line of cover member 30, exposed at the boundary between the seat body 1A and the cover member 30, enhances the design.

[0038] One surface (opposite surface to the seat) 30A of the cover member 30 is bent so as to face contact the connecting end surface 8 (protruding step portion 8a, inclined step portions 8b on both sides, and upper protruding step portion 8c) of the seat body 1A, and the other surface (opposite surface to the clamping member) 30B is bent so as to face contact the connecting end surface 52 (lower end surface 52a, inclined end surfaces 52b on both sides, and upper end surface 52c) of the main body 50A of the clamping member.

[0039] The cover member 30 thus formed is positioned between the connection end face 8 of the seat body 1A and the clamping member 50 (connecting end face 52) before the seat body and the clamping member are mounted on the rod, thereby integrating the two. In this integrated state, the rod is passed through the openings 1C and 50B and fixed using an adhesive or the like. In this case, even if the cover member 30 and the clamping member 50 are bonded together using an adhesive, the adhesive cannot be visually observed through the transparent seat body 1A due to the opaque cover member 30. Therefore, there is no need to form a covering film on the seat body 1A to conceal the adhesive, as in the past. In other words, since there is no need to apply a concealing paint to the connection end face 8 of the seat body 1A, or to perform a covering film forming process such as a plating treatment, costs and processing labor can be reduced. In addition, since such a covering film is not formed, the appearance is not reduced due to the reduction of the transparent portion, and there is no need for post-processing such as deviation correction and processing of the covering film.

[0040] Moreover, since the connection end face 8 of the seat body 1A and the connection end face 52 of the clamp 50 are formed at an inclination, the connection area with respect to the cover member 30 becomes larger and the fixing force is improved. At the same time, the area of ​​the cover member surface that can be visually observed also becomes larger, and the design is improved.

[0041] In the above-described structure, if the cover member 30 is fixed to the seat body 1A in advance and the clamp 50 is bonded to the cover member 30 in this state, the assembly work can be easily performed.

[0042] Furthermore, in this configuration, it is preferred that a concave-convex fitting portion be formed on the connecting end surface (seat-opposing surface) 30A of the cover member 30 and the connecting end surface 8 of the seat body 1A, which immovably engages the two. Such a concave-convex fitting portion need only be formed in the region where the two members abut. In this embodiment, a concave portion 12 is formed in the central portion of the protruding stepped portion 8a of the connecting end surface 8 of the seat body 1A, and a convex portion 32 is formed on the connecting end surface (seat-opposing surface) 30A of the cover member 30, which engages with the concave portion 12a (the concave-convex portions may also be reversed).

[0043] The cover member 30 can be fixedly fitted to the seat body 1A in an axial and rotational manner by the concave-convex fitting portions 12 and 32 . In this state, the clamp 50 can be bonded to the cover member 30 , thereby facilitating assembly work.

[0044] In addition, it is preferable that the concave-convex fitting portion is formed along the axial direction.

[0045] Because the concave-convex fitting portion of the two components extends axially, the cover component 30 can be inserted axially into the seat body 1A by fitting it onto the outer circumferential surface of the exposed protrusion 1B'. In this state, the two components can be directly integrated. In this integrated state, the cover component 30 can be fixed without moving in the rotational direction, thus stably securing the two components. In this case, the concave-convex fitting portion preferably includes an inclined surface or a restricting surface that facilitates relative movement in the axial direction during assembly and prevents axial disengagement. This allows for easy assembly and prevents circumferential and axial movement after assembly.

[0046] Next, the fitting structure between the movable cover 60 and the nut member 70 and the structure of the ratchet mechanism 80 will be described.

[0047] The engagement of the movable cover 60 and the nut member 70 occurs at the front end of the movable cover 60 and the rear end of the nut member 70, and the nut member 70 is externally embedded in the radially outer side of the movable cover 60. Figure 3 As shown in (a), the rear end portion of the nut member 70 bulges in the radial direction and is fitted into the inner surface thereof. Figure 4 The front end of the movable cowl 60 is shown.

[0048] An internal thread portion 71 is formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut member 70, which is screwed into the external thread portion 7 formed at the front end of the cylindrical portion 1B. Therefore, when the nut member 70 is rotated, the nut member 70 moves in the axial direction. In addition, in the interlocking area between the movable cover 60 and the nut member 70, a matching structure is provided for moving the movable cover 60 in an integral manner with the axial movement of the nut member 70. The matching structure is formed by the matching relationship between the flange 72 and the circumferential groove 62, and the flange 72 protrudes radially inward at the rear end edge of the nut member 70, and the circumferential groove 62 is formed on the rear side of the cylindrical protrusion 63 at the top end of the movable cover 60.

[0049] Specifically, by fitting the flange 72 of the nut member 70 into the circumferential groove 62 of the movable cover 60, even if the nut member 70 is rotated and moved forward or backward in the axial direction (forward and backward), the movable cover 60 moves axially together with the nut member. At this time, the movable cover 60 is locked by the locking structure so that even if the nut member 70 is rotated, the movable cover 60 will not rotate with it. For example, the locking structure can be constructed by forming an axially extending protrusion 65 on the inner circumferential surface of the movable cover 60 and forming an axially extending slot 1E on the seat body 1A side into which the protrusion 65 enters. With this structure, even if the movable cover 60 rotates together with the nut member 70, the rotation of the movable cover 60 is restricted by the mating relationship between the protrusion 65 and the slot 1E, while the movable cover 60 can move axially.

[0050] Furthermore, the anti-rotation structure based on such a protrusion and the long groove can be formed at multiple positions (in this embodiment, at two positions at 180° intervals), or the protrusion can be formed on the seat body 1A side and the long groove can be formed on the movable cover 60 side.

[0051] The ratchet mechanism 80 is provided in the mating area between the movable cover 60 and the nut member 70. In this embodiment, a mating area for the cylindrical protrusion 63 at the top end of the movable cover 60 is provided in front of the mating structure (flange 72) that moves the movable cover 60 in conjunction with the axial movement of the nut member 70. Specifically, the ratchet mechanism 80 includes a concave-convex portion 82 formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut member 70, which produces a clicking sound; a leaf spring 90 formed on the outer circumferential surface of the movable cover 60, which has a top portion 90a that engages with the concave-convex portion 82; and an arc-shaped recess 84 in which the leaf spring 90 is located.

[0052] The recess 84 is formed on the surface of the cylindrical protrusion 63. Figure 4 As shown in (a) and (b), the cover portion 61 is arranged adjacent to the movable cover 60 in the axial direction, and is configured to generate sound near the cover portion 61. Figure 5As shown, the leaf spring 90 is formed in a mountain shape with a top 90a and two end surfaces 90b, and is preferably formed symmetrically in the left-right direction, so as to be directly installed (placed) in the recess 84. In other words, the leaf spring 90 is not wound around the cylindrical protrusion 63, but is placed in the recess 84 on both sides of the top 90a. Therefore, the formation range of the recess 84 (the angle θ of the formation range in the circumferential direction when viewed in the axial direction) is as shown in FIG. Figure 4 (c)) The leaf spring 90 only needs to be formed to an angle of less than 180° centered on the axis X. In practice, any angle that effectively produces a click sound due to the leaf spring's elasticity is sufficient. Considering structural simplicity, weight reduction, and ease of assembly, a range of 50° to 120° is preferred, with a range of 60° to 90° being more preferred. The leaf spring 90 can be made of a metal such as aluminum or SUS, or a resin material, and its shape can be modified as appropriate.

[0053] Furthermore, the depth D of the recess 84 is preferably approximately 0.5 mm to 1.5 mm, considering that the thickness of the cylindrical protrusion 63 of the movable cover of a conventional reel seat not equipped with a ratchet mechanism is approximately the same as that of the conventional reel seat, so as not to reduce strength. Furthermore, the thickness T of the leaf spring 90 provided in the recess having this depth D is preferably 0.15 mm to 0.5 mm.

[0054] When the nut member 70 is rotated, the rotating concave-convex portion 82 cooperates with the top 90a of the leaf spring 90, thereby generating the click sound of the ratchet mechanism 80. Although the number of concave-convex portions 82 formed (the number of convex portions 82a and concave portions 82b formed in the circumferential direction of a group) is not limited, in this embodiment, considering the difficulty of rotation when the nut member 70 is rotated and the state of the click sound, more than 30 are made. In addition, regarding the relationship between the top 90a and the concave-convex portion 82, as shown in FIG. Figure 6 As shown in (a), the top portion 90a is formed to such an extent as to enter the recessed portion 82b between the adjacent convex portions 82a, so that when the nut member 70 is rotated, as shown in FIG. Figure 6 As shown in (b), the top portion 90a is pressed by the convex portion 82a, and the leaf spring 90 is deformed by about 0.2 mm. Due to this elasticity, the top portion 90a enters the concave portion 82b, and a clicking sound is generated.

[0055] Regarding the structure of the ratchet mechanism 80, it is preferred that the leaf spring 90 and the arc-shaped recess 84 are formed so that when the leaf spring 90 is disposed in the arc-shaped recess 84, Figure 6 As shown, a gap is generated between the end surface 90b of the leaf spring 90 and the inner wall 84a of the recess.

[0056] By forming such a gap, the leaf spring 90 is easily installed. When the nut member 70 is rotated and the top 90a is pressed by the protrusion 82a, the leaf spring is easily deformed without generating a large resistance to the rotation of the nut member 70.

[0057] Furthermore, when the gap is formed in this manner, when the nut member 70 is rotated and the leaf spring 90 is pressed due to the elastic fit between the convex portion 82a and the top portion 90a of the concave-convex portion 82, the end surface 90b thereof (either one end surface or both end surfaces) preferably abuts against the inner wall 84a of the concave portion 84. In this manner, since the end surface 90b of the leaf spring 90 abuts against the inner wall 84a of the concave portion 84, the movement of the leaf spring 90 is stabilized, thereby achieving a stable clicking sound.

[0058] Figure 7 1 and 2 are views showing a modified example of the ratchet mechanism 80, wherein (a) shows a state where the nut member is rotated so that the top of the leaf spring is located at the recessed portion, and (b) shows a state where the top of the leaf spring is engaged with the convex portion.

[0059] In this modified example, an inclined surface 84b is formed on the inner wall of the arc-shaped recess 84 to prevent the leaf spring 90 from falling outward in the radial direction when the leaf spring 90 is placed in the recess 84. The inclined surface 84b is formed so as to tilt toward the recess as it approaches the radial outer side. The inclined surface 84b prevents the leaf spring 90 placed in the recess 84 from falling outward in the radial direction.

[0060] As described above, since the leaf spring 90 does not displace in the radial direction, when the nut member 70 is rotated, the top portion 90a is stably pressed by the convex portion 82a, and a stable click sound can be obtained. Figure 6 Similarly to the structure shown, it is preferable that a gap be formed between the end surface 90 b of the leaf spring 90 and the inner wall of the recess 84 .

[0061] In addition, as described above, the top 90a of the leaf spring 90 and the concave-convex portion 82 (convex portion 82a, concave portion 82b) are not limited to their matching relationship as long as a clicking sound is generated when the nut member 70 is rotated. However, it is preferred that the top 90a of the leaf spring 90 is formed with a larger curvature radius relative to the concave-convex surface (the top 90a does not enter the concave portion 82b, and the adjacent convex portion 82a presses the top 90a). By making such a structure, the resistance when the nut member 70 is rotated is reduced, and the rotational operability can be improved.

[0062] The ratchet mechanism 80 of the reel seat described above has a simple structure, in which an arc-shaped recess 84 is formed on the outer peripheral surface (the cylindrical protrusion 63 at the top) of the movable cover 60. This structure suffices simply by providing a leaf spring 90 in this portion. This eliminates the need for a separate support member for the spring member, as is conventionally the case. Furthermore, since the click sound is generated by the elasticity (vertical elasticity) of the leaf spring 90 provided in the recess 84, the structure is simplified, and there is no need to increase the outer diameters of the movable cover and the nut member.

[0063] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications are possible.

[0064] While the ratchet mechanism 80 is formed as the cover portion 61 axially adjacent to the movable cover 60, its location is not limited. Furthermore, since the ratchet mechanism 80 is a simple structure consisting solely of a recess 84 formed in the mating area of ​​the movable cover 60, even if it is formed at multiple locations along the circumference, the outer diameter of the movable cover and the nut member will not be increased. Furthermore, the material from which the seat body 1A is formed is not limited, and its surface shape can be modified in various ways, such as by forming recessed and raised portions, weight-reducing portions, and openings. Furthermore, the nut member 70 can also be provided with a clamping member or the like. Furthermore, the movable cover 60 can be positioned behind the seat body 1A, or it can be provided on both sides. Furthermore, while the reel seat of this embodiment is designed for mounting a rotary reel, it can also be designed for mounting a double-bearing reel. In such a seat body, a trigger-shaped member can be formed on the side opposite the reel leg placement portion.

Claims

1. A reel seat having a seat body, a reel foot placement portion for placing a reel foot of a fishing reel, and a cylindrical portion having an opening hole formed therein to which a rear end portion of a rod is fitted and fixed, wherein: The seat body comprises: a movable cover that moves axially upward to fix the reel foot placed on the reel foot placement portion; a nut member that is engaged with the movable cover in a manner that allows the movable cover to move axially upward in a rotation-stopped state; and a ratchet mechanism that is provided in the engaging area between the movable cover and the nut member. The ratchet mechanism comprises: a concave-convex portion formed on the inner peripheral surface of the nut member to produce a click sound; and an arc-shaped concave portion formed on the outer peripheral surface of the movable cover, and a leaf spring having a top portion that engages with the concave-convex portion. The angle θ of the circumferential formation range of the recessed portion is 50° to 120°. The leaf spring and the recess are formed so that when the leaf spring is placed in the recess, a gap is formed between the end surface of the leaf spring and the inner wall of the recess. When the nut member is rotated, the leaf spring is pressed due to the elastic engagement between the concave-convex portion and the top portion, and the end surface of the leaf spring abuts against the inner wall of the concave portion.

2. The cable reel seat according to claim 1, wherein: An inclined surface is formed on an inner wall of the recess so that when the leaf spring is disposed in the recess, the leaf spring does not fall out radially outward.

3. The cable reel seat according to claim 1 or 2, wherein: Compared with the concavo-convex surface of the nut member, the curvature radius of the top of the leaf spring is larger.

4. The cable reel seat according to claim 1 or 2, wherein: The thickness T of the leaf spring is formed to be 0.15 mm to 0.5 mm, and the depth D of the recess is formed to be 0.5 mm to 1.5 mm.

5. A fishing rod characterized by: A cable reel seat according to any one of claims 1 to 4 is fixedly installed.

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