Fishing rod handle and fishing rod comprising the same

Abstract

Provided is a fishing rod handle that fixes a reel having a front leg and a rear leg, and is capable of being combined with a rod body and a rear grip. The fishing rod handle includes a front combining portion, a rear combining portion, a reel fixing portion, a pushing mechanism, and a reinforcing member. The front combining portion is combined with the rod body. The rear combining portion is combined with the rear grip. The reel fixing portion has a first seating portion for seating the front leg and the rear leg, and is spaced downward from an upper end of the front combining portion and an upper end of the rear combining portion. The reel fixing portion is defined between the front combining portion and the rear combining portion, and fixes the front leg. The pushing mechanism is combined with the reel fixing portion above the first seating portion, and pushes and fixes the rear leg toward the first seating portion. The reinforcing member is embedded in the reel fixing portion below the first seating portion. The reinforcing member is continuous in a length direction and resists bending deformation of the reel fixing portion.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to a fishing rod handle with a fixed reel and a fishing rod including the handle. Background Technology

[0002] A reel for winding the fishing line is installed on the rod body of the fishing rod. The reel is installed on the rod body by means of a device that can hold the reel in place and attach it to the rod body.

[0003] As an example of the device for securing a reel, a tubular reel holder is known in the art. The tubular reel holder has a through hole extending from its front end to its rear end along its length. The rod body of a fishing rod is inserted into and engages with the through hole of the tubular reel holder, thus mounting the tubular reel holder to the rod body. The reel is secured to the tubular reel holder using its upper surface.

[0004] An offset handle, used as a handle for fishing rods, is known in the art and is another example of the tool used to secure a reel. The offset handle can be used for fishing with a dual-axis reel, serving to secure the reel. Anglers who use lures prefer the offset handle.

[0005] When viewed from the side, the bias handle portion of the fixed reel is recessed downwards relative to the portion of the bias handle that is attached to the rod body. That is, when viewed from the side, the bias handle has a bias structure that is recessed downwards from the top. Due to this bias structure, the bias handle does not have a through hole like the through hole of the tubular reel seat. Therefore, the bias handle has a structure different from that of the tubular reel seat. Furthermore, due to the bias structure of the bias handle, the bias handle has a reel fixing structure different from that of the tubular reel seat.

[0006] Figure 1 This is a side view showing a fishing rod with an offset handle based on existing technology. Figure 2 It means Figure 1 The side view shows an example of a fishing rod bending under load mid-fishing. See also the reference to an offset handle based on existing technology. Figure 1 and Figure 2 .

[0007] The offset handle (100) is attached to the rod body (210) of the fishing rod (200). A dual-axis reel (230) for winding and releasing the fishing line (240) is mounted on the offset handle (100). The dual-axis reel (230) has a front foot (231) and a rear foot (232), which serve to mount the reel to the offset handle (100).

[0008] The biased handle (100) includes a handle body (110) having a cover for securing the rear foot (232). Due to the biased structure, a portion of the handle body (110) below the biaxial reel (230) has thickness. The biased handle (100) secures the front foot (231) to the front foot via a push-fit member (121) and a screw (122). The screw (122) passes through the handle body (110) from below and engages with the push-fit member (121). Therefore, the head of the screw (122) protrudes downwards from the lower surface of the handle body (110). When the angler grips the biased handle (100), the head of the screw (122) inevitably comes into contact with the angler's index and middle fingers. Therefore, the angler must fish while experiencing an unusual sensation in their hand gripping the biased handle (100).

[0009] like Figure 2 As shown, during fishing, a load is applied via the fishing line (240) to the line guide (220), the rod body (210), and the dual-axis reel (230), causing the rod body (210) to bend due to the load. Additionally, as indicated by arrow (A), the load applied to the dual-axis reel (230) is applied via the front ends of each foot (231, 232) to the handle body (110) of the biased handle, which may deform due to the load.

[0010] The handle body (110) of the biased handle does not have the through hole formed in the tubular reel seat as described above. The rod body (210) does not penetrate the handle body (110) of the biased handle. Therefore, due to the load applied during fishing, parts of the handle body (110) that do not have sufficient strength may deform or be sheared.

[0011] To prevent deformation or damage to the handle body (110), the handle body (110) of the biased handle can be made of metal. However, a handle body made of metal increases the weight of the biased handle and provides a cold feel to the angler in winter. To prevent deformation or damage to the handle body, the thickness of the handle body portion located below the dual-axis reel or the handle body portion near the cover can be increased. In addition, to prevent the portion of the handle body through which the thread (122) passes from deforming or breaking under load, the thickness of the portion of the handle body through which the screw passes can be increased. However, a thicker handle body makes it difficult for the angler to operate the biased handle.

[0012] Existing technical documents

[0013] Patent documents

[0014] Patent Document 1: Japanese Utility Model Application Publication No. 1974-046557

[0015] Patent Document 2: U.S. Patent No. 2,583,909

[0016] Patent Document 3: Japanese Patent Publication No. 6824046 Summary of the Invention

[0017] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0018] The disclosed embodiments provide a fishing rod handle that solves at least one of the problems of the prior art described above. One embodiment of this disclosure provides a fishing rod handle made of resin material, which is lightweight and does not provide a cold touch to the angler in winter. One embodiment of this disclosure provides a fishing rod handle with a slim shape and sufficient strength. One embodiment of this disclosure provides a fishing rod handle that does not cause any discomfort to the angler's fingers. One embodiment of this disclosure provides a fishing rod handle that can accommodate various reel feet. One embodiment of this disclosure provides a fishing rod that includes the above-described fishing rod handle.

[0019] Solution for solving the problem

[0020] One aspect of the disclosed embodiments relates to a fishing rod handle that forms part of a fishing rod and secures a reel. According to one embodiment, the fishing rod handle secures a reel having a front foot and a rear foot, and can be coupled to the rod body and a rear grip. The fishing rod handle includes a front joint, a rear joint, a reel securing portion, a pressing mechanism, and a reinforcing member. The front joint is configured to be coupled to the rod body. The rear joint is separated from the front joint in the longitudinal direction and is configured to be coupled to the rear grip. The reel securing portion has a first mounting portion for accommodating the front foot and the rear foot. The first mounting portion is separated downward from the upper ends of the front joint and the rear joint. The reel securing portion is defined between the front joint and the rear joint and is configured to secure the front foot. The pressing mechanism is coupled to the reel securing portion above the first mounting portion and is configured to push and secure the rear foot towards the first mounting portion. The reinforcing member is embedded below the first mounting portion in the reel securing portion. The reinforcing member is configured to be continuous in the longitudinal direction and resist bending deformation of the reel securing portion.

[0021] In one embodiment, the reinforcing member may also be a reinforcing tube made of fiber-reinforced plastic.

[0022] In one embodiment, the reel fixing part has an insertion hole that extends through the reel fixing part along the length direction from below the first mounting part, and the reinforcing member is configured to insert into and fit into the insertion hole.

[0023] In one embodiment, the reel fixing portion has a front cover formed at the front end of the first mounting portion and receiving a front foot, and the pressing mechanism has a rear cover that is separated from the front cover in the longitudinal direction and receives a rear foot. The reinforcing member has a length that is longer than the distance between the front end of the front cover and the rear end of the rear cover.

[0024] In one embodiment, the front engagement portion includes a front engagement hole formed rearward from the front end of the fishing rod handle and has a rear end that forms the front end face of the reel fixing portion. The rear engagement portion includes a rear engagement hole formed forward from the rear end of the fishing rod handle and has a front end that forms the rear end face of the reel fixing portion. The reinforcing member has a length shorter than the distance between the front end face and the rear end face of the reel fixing portion.

[0025] In one embodiment, the pushing mechanism includes: a pushing member configured to push the rear foot toward the first mounting portion; and a pushing screw that passes through the pushing member from top to bottom and is fastened to the winding reel fixing portion, thereby fixing the pushing member to the winding reel fixing portion.

[0026] In one embodiment, the pressing member includes a pressing portion for pressing the rear foot and a rotating shaft portion disposed in a width direction orthogonal to the length direction. A through hole for a pressing screw to pass through is formed in the pressing portion. The reel fixing portion includes a second mounting portion and a slit portion. The second mounting portion has a fastening hole for fastening the pressing screw and extends rearward from the first mounting portion. The pressing member is mounted on the second mounting portion. The slit portion is located above the second mounting portion and engages with the rotating shaft portion to allow the rotating shaft portion to move and rotate. The pressing member, which is engaged with the reel fixing portion, is rotatable about the rotating shaft portion to an open position where the pressing portion is separated from the first mounting portion upward, and a closed position where the pressing portion pushes the rear foot toward the first mounting portion.

[0027] In one embodiment, the pressing portion has: a first lower surface capable of contacting the first mounting portion; a second lower surface curved upward relative to the first lower surface; and a third lower surface located at the lower end of the through hole, curved downward relative to the second lower surface. The second mounting portion has: a first contact surface protruding upward from and extending from the first mounting portion; and a second contact surface located at the upper end of the fastening hole, extending rearward from the first contact surface. The first contact surface is capable of complementary contact with the second lower surface of the pressing portion, and the second contact surface is capable of complementary contact with the third lower surface of the pressing portion.

[0028] In one embodiment, the fastening hole has a lower end that is isolated from and closed above the reinforcing member.

[0029] In one embodiment, the push screw includes a head and a shank. The head pushes against the upper surface of the push portion. The shank extends from the head and engages with a fastening hole. As the shank engages with the fastening hole through rotation of the push screw, the head pushes against the push portion, thereby securing the push portion to the reel retainer.

[0030] In one embodiment, the push screw has a head handle that can be rotatably engaged with a head to allow operation for rotating the push screw.

[0031] In one embodiment, the opening angle of the push member in the open position is within the range of greater than 0 degrees and less than 25 degrees relative to the first mounting portion.

[0032] In one embodiment, the reel fixing portion has a groove for accommodating the pressing mechanism. The groove is recessed downwards from the upper end of the front joint and the upper end of the rear joint.

[0033] In one embodiment, the front joint, the rear joint, and the winding reel fixing part are integrally formed and made of thermoplastic resin.

[0034] Another aspect of the disclosed embodiments relates to a fishing rod. According to one embodiment, the fishing rod includes: a rod body; a rod handle according to the foregoing embodiment, which is coupled to the rear end of the rod body; and a rear grip, which is coupled to the rear end of the rod handle.

[0035] Invention Effects

[0036] In a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment, the pressing mechanism for pressing and securing the reel is not located below the first mounting portion, and a reinforcing member, such as a tube made of fiber-reinforced plastic, is located inside the reel fixing portion below the first mounting portion. Therefore, the fishing rod handle according to one embodiment has a lightweight and slim shape, ensuring sufficient strength to prevent deformation or shearing damage.

[0037] In a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment, the pushing mechanism is disposed on the upper side of the reel fixing portion, and can be configured as a small mechanism using a pushing member. Therefore, the reinforcing member can be embedded in the entire reel fixing portion below the first mounting portion, and the fishing rod handle can have a lightweight and slim shape while ensuring sufficient strength.

[0038] In a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment, the pushing component of the pushing mechanism opens upward by rotation. Therefore, the fishing rod handle according to one embodiment can serve as a foot for securing various reels. Attached Figure Description

[0039] Figure 1 This is a side view showing a portion of a fishing rod with an offset handle mounted based on existing technology.

[0040] Figure 2 It means Figure 1 The example shown is a side view of a fishing rod that bends midway through a fishing trip.

[0041] Figure 3 This is a side view of a fishing rod according to one embodiment, including a handle according to one embodiment.

[0042] Figure 4 This indicates that the reel is fixed to the handle of the fishing rod according to one embodiment. Figure 3 Enlarged image.

[0043] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0044] Figure 6 This is another perspective view showing a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0045] Figure 7 It means Figure 5 The side view of the fishing rod handle shown.

[0046] Figure 8 It means Figure 5 The top view of the fishing rod handle shown.

[0047] Figure 9 It means Figure 5 The image shows a bottom view of the fishing rod handle.

[0048] Figure 10 It means Figure 5 The rear view of the fishing rod handle shown.

[0049] Figure 11 It means Figure 5 The front view of the fishing rod handle is shown.

[0050] Figure 12 It means Figure 5 The diagram shown is an exploded perspective view of the fishing rod handle.

[0051] Figure 13 It is along Figure 5 The sectional view taken from line 13-13.

[0052] Figure 14 It indicates the rotation of the pushing mechanism. Figure 5 The image shown is a 3D view of the fishing rod handle.

[0053] Figure 15 This is an exploded side view of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0054] Figure 16 This is an exploded perspective view showing the handle body and the pushing mechanism of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0055] Figure 17 It is along Figure 5 The sectional view taken along line 17-17.

[0056] Figure 18 This is a top view showing the pushing component in the handle of a fishing rod according to one embodiment.

[0057] Figure 19 It is along Figure 18 The sectional view taken from line 19-19.

[0058] Figure 20 It means Figure 18 The rear view of the push-pressing component shown.

[0059] Figure 21 It means Figure 18 The front view of the push-press component is shown.

[0060] Figure 22This is an exploded perspective view showing the push screw in the handle of a fishing rod according to one embodiment.

[0061] Figure 23 This is a side view showing the push screw in the handle of a fishing rod according to one embodiment.

[0062] Figure 24 This is another side view showing the push screw in the handle of a fishing rod according to one embodiment.

[0063] Figure 25 This is a top view showing the handle body of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0064] Figure 26 It means Figure 25 The side view of the handle body shown.

[0065] Figure 27 It means Figure 25 The rear view of the handle body shown.

[0066] Figure 28 It is along Figure 25 The sectional view taken from line 28-28.

[0067] Figure 29 It is along Figure 26 The sectional view taken from line 29-29.

[0068] Figure 30 This is a cross-sectional view showing a first example of the process of combining the pushing mechanism with the winding reel fixing part according to one embodiment.

[0069] Figure 31 This is a cross-sectional view showing a second example of the process of combining the pushing mechanism with the winding reel fixing part according to one embodiment.

[0070] Figure 32 This is a cross-sectional view showing a third example of the process of combining the pushing mechanism with the winding reel fixing part according to one embodiment.

[0071] Figure 33 This is a cross-sectional view showing a fourth example of the process of combining the pushing mechanism with the winding reel fixing part according to one embodiment.

[0072] Figure 34 This is a cross-sectional view showing a fifth example of the process of combining the pushing mechanism with the winding reel fixing part according to one embodiment.

[0073] Figure 35 This is a cross-sectional view showing a first example of the process of separating the pushing mechanism from the fixed part of the winding reel according to one embodiment.

[0074] Figure 36This is a cross-sectional view showing a second example of the process of separating the pushing mechanism from the fixed part of the winding reel according to one embodiment.

[0075] Figure 37 This is a side view showing a first example of a reel being installed on a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0076] Figure 38 This is a side view illustrating a second example of the process of mounting a reel on a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0077] Figure 39 This is a side view illustrating a third example of the process of mounting a reel on a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0078] Figure 40 This is a side view showing a first example of the process of separating the reel from the fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0079] Figure 41 This is a partial view showing a second example of the process of separating the reel from the fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0080] Figure 42 This is a side view illustrating a load test performed on a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0081] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0082] 1000: Fishing rod handle

[0083] 1100: handle body

[0084] 1101: The front end of the fishing rod handle

[0085] 1102: The rear end of the fishing rod handle

[0086] 1110: Front joint

[0087] 1111: Front connecting hole

[0088] 1112: Slot

[0089] 1120: Rear Joint

[0090] 1121: Rear mating hole

[0091] 1122: Slot

[0092] 1130: Reel fixing part

[0093] 1131: Front end

[0094] 1132: Backend

[0095] 1133: First Resettlement Department

[0096] 1134: Groove

[0097] 1135: Front Edge

[0098] 1136: Backend Edge

[0099] 1137: Side edge

[0100] 1138: Isolation Department

[0101] 1139: Isolation Department

[0102] 1140: Front hood

[0103] 1141: Front end of the front cover

[0104] 1150: Second Resettlement Department

[0105] 1151: First contact surface

[0106] 1152: Second contact surface

[0107] 1153: Fastening hole

[0108] 1154: Internal thread

[0109] 1155: Lower end of the fastening hole

[0110] 1156: Vertical wall

[0111] 1160: Slit section

[0112] 1161: Sloping protrusion

[0113] 1170: Insertion Hole

[0114] 1171: Through hole

[0115] 1180: Cover

[0116] 1181: Opening

[0117] 1190: Trigger

[0118] 1200: Pushing mechanism

[0119] 1210: Rear Cover

[0120] 1211: Rear end of the rear cover

[0121] 1220: Pushing component

[0122] 1221: Pushing section

[0123] 1222: First lower surface

[0124] 1223: Second lower surface

[0125] 1224: Third lower surface

[0126] 1225: Through the hole

[0127] 1226: Internal thread

[0128] 1228: Protrusion

[0129] 1227: Rotating shaft

[0130] 1230: Push screw

[0131] 1231: Head

[0132] 1232: Pin hole

[0133] 1233: Concave edge

[0134] 1234: Protruding end

[0135] 1235: Head Handle

[0136] 1236: Rotating pin

[0137] 1237: Handle

[0138] 1238: External thread

[0139] 1300: Reinforced Components

[0140] 1310: Kong

[0141] 2000: Fishing Rod

[0142] 2100: rod body

[0143] 2110: First rod body

[0144] 2111: Connector

[0145] 2120: Second rod body

[0146] 2130: Rear grip

[0147] 2200: Fishing line guide

[0148] 2300: Reel

[0149] 2310:Front foot

[0150] 2320: Back foot

[0151] L: Length of the reinforcing component

[0152] LD: Length direction

[0153] OA: Opening angle of the push-fit component

[0154] BD: Bending deformation

[0155] VL: Vertical load Detailed Implementation

[0156] The embodiments described herein are exemplary embodiments illustrative of the technical ideas of this disclosure. The scope of this disclosure is not limited to the embodiments given below or the specific descriptions of these embodiments.

[0157] Unless otherwise stated, all technical and scientific terms used in this disclosure have the meanings commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains. All terms used in this disclosure have been chosen for the purpose of further clarifying this disclosure and not for limiting the scope of the claims under this disclosure.

[0158] The expressions “comprising,” “possessing,” “having,” etc., as used in this disclosure should be understood as open-ended terms that include the possibility of other embodiments, unless the expression is referred to differently in the included phrases or text.

[0159] Unless otherwise stated, the singular form of the statements described in this disclosure may include the meaning of the plural form, and the same applies to the singular form of the statements.

[0160] The terms "first" and "second" used in this disclosure are used to distinguish multiple constituent elements from each other, without limiting the order or importance of the constituent elements.

[0161] In this disclosure, when a constituent element is referred to as being “linked” or “combined” with other constituent elements, it should be understood that the constituent element may be directly linked or combined with the other constituent elements, or may be linked or combined via new other constituent elements.

[0162] The dimensions and values ​​described in this disclosure are not limited to those described. Unless otherwise stated, such dimensions and values ​​are to be understood as the values ​​described and the equivalent ranges including those described.

[0163] As used in this disclosure, the directional terms "forward" and "front" refer to the direction towards the tip of the fishing rod, while the directional terms "rear" and "back" refer to the direction towards the butt of the fishing rod. For example, Figure 3 The arrow (FD) shown points in the direction forward toward the tip of the fishing rod. Figure 3The arrow (RD) shown points in the direction toward the rear of the fishing rod's butt. The directional terms "above," "upper," etc., and "below," "lower," etc., used in this disclosure are based on the "above" and "below" in the accompanying drawings.

[0164] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same or corresponding constituent elements are given the same reference numerals. Furthermore, in the following description of embodiments, repeated descriptions of the same or corresponding constituent elements may be omitted. However, even if descriptions related to constituent elements are omitted, it does not mean that such constituent element components are not included in some embodiments.

[0165] Figure 3 This is a side view of a fishing rod according to one embodiment, including a handle according to one embodiment. Figure 4 This indicates that the reel is fixed to the handle of the fishing rod according to one embodiment. Figure 3 A magnified view. (Refer to...) Figure 3 and Figure 4 .

[0166] The fishing rod (2000) includes a rod body (2100) that is elastically deformable during fishing and has an elongated shape. The fishing rod (2000) may include one or more rod bodies. The rod body may also be a tubular or cylindrical component.

[0167] Figure 3 The fishing rod (2000) shown includes a first rod body (2110) and a second rod body (2120). As an example, the first rod body (2110) and the second rod body (2120) can be connected in such a way that the rear end of the second rod body (2120) fits into the front end of the first rod body (2110). The first rod body (2110) can have a joint (2111) that fits into the rear end of the second rod body (2120). As another example, the fishing rod according to the embodiment can also include multiple rod bodies connected in a telescopic manner.

[0168] The fishing rod (2000) can include a rear grip (2130) that forms part of the club side of the fishing rod. The angler can grip the rear grip (2130) during fishing. The rear grip (2130) can be part of the rod body.

[0169] The fishing rod (2000) may include multiple line guides (2200) mounted on a first rod body (2110) and a second rod body (2120). Each line guide (2200) may include a guide ring through which the fishing line can pass and a frame supporting the guide ring and mounted on the rod body. The line guide (2200) guides the fishing line wound on the reel when the rod is cast or when a fish is hooked.

[0170] The fishing rod (2000) includes a rod handle (1000) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The rod handle (1000) can be connected at its front end to the rear end of a first rod body (2110), and the front end of a rear grip (2130) is connected to the rear end of the rod handle (1000). The rod handle (1000) is configured to fix and support a reel (2300). The angler can operate the reel (2300) with one hand while holding the rod handle (1000). Therefore, the rod handle (1000) functions as a component held by the angler's hand and as a component for setting the reel on the fishing rod.

[0171] The reel (2300) is mounted on the upper side of the fishing rod handle (1000). As an example, the reel (2300) mounted on the fishing rod handle (1000) can be a dual-axis reel. In a dual-axis reel, the rotation axis of the spool winding the fishing line is configured orthogonally to the rod body, and the rotation axis is supported on both sides thereon.

[0172] The reel (2300) has a pair of feet for mounting to the rod handle (1000). For example... Figure 4 As shown, the pair of legs consists of a front leg (2310) and a rear leg (2320) extending in opposite directions. The front leg (2310) extends in the forward direction (FD), and the rear leg (2320) extends in the rearward direction (RD). The front and rear legs (2310, 2320) are releasably fixed to the fishing rod handle (1000), and the reel (2300) is mounted on the fishing rod handle (1000).

[0173] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment. Figure 6 This is another perspective view showing a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment. Figures 7-11 They represent Figure 5 The diagram shows the side view, top view, bottom view, rear view, and front view of the fishing rod handle. (Refer to...) Figures 5 to 11 .

[0174] In a fishing rod handle (1000) according to one embodiment, the front end of the fishing rod handle is configured to be connected to the rod body (e.g., Figure 3The rod body (2100) shown is combined with the rear end of the rod handle, which is configured to connect with the rear grip (e.g., Figure 3 The rear grip (2130) shown is combined. The front and rear ends of the fishing rod handle are formed into a cylindrical shape. A portion of the middle part of the fishing rod handle between the front and rear ends is located lower than the upper ends of the front and rear ends, and is offset from the upper ends of the front and rear ends. Therefore, the fishing rod handle (1000) according to one embodiment can be used as an offset handle.

[0175] According to one embodiment, a fishing rod handle (1000) includes a front connecting portion (1110), a rear connecting portion (1120), and a reel fixing portion (1130). The reel fixing portion (1130) is for fixing the reel (e.g., Figure 4 The portion of the winding reel (2300) shown, which secures the front foot of the winding reel (e.g., Figure 4 The front foot (2310) shown). According to one embodiment, the fishing rod handle (1000) includes a pressing mechanism (1200) that secures the rear foot of the reel (e.g., Figure 4 The rear foot (2320) shown). According to one embodiment, the fishing rod handle (1000) includes a reinforcing member (1300) configured to resist bending deformation of the reel fixing part (1130).

[0176] The front joint (1110), the rear joint (1120), and the reel fixing part (1130) constitute the handle body (1100) of a fishing rod handle (1000) according to one embodiment. The handle body (1100) forms the basic part of the fishing rod handle. As an example, the angler can grip the reel fixing part (1130) of the handle body (1100) with four fingers other than the thumb. The front joint (1110), the rear joint (1120), and the reel fixing part (1130) are integrally formed to constitute the handle body (1100). The handle body (1100) is made of, for example, thermoplastic resin and can be manufactured by injection molding. The handle body (1100) made of thermoplastic resin is lightweight and does not give the angler a cold touch.

[0177] The fishing rod handle (1000) has a trigger (1190) that protrudes diagonally downward from the middle of the handle body (1100). The trigger (1190) is inserted between the angler's fingers, allowing the fishing rod handle to be firmly gripped by the angler's hand.

[0178] The pressing mechanism (1200) is configured to fix or clamp the rear foot of the reel to the handle body (1100). The pressing mechanism (1200) is located on the upper rear side of the reel fixing part (1130) and is detachably and movably engaged with the reel fixing part (1130). When the reel is mounted on the fishing rod handle (1000), the pressing mechanism (1200) can press the rear foot of the reel against the reel fixing part (1130) and fix it.

[0179] Figure 12 It means Figure 5 The diagram shown is an exploded perspective view of the fishing rod handle. Figure 13 It is along Figure 5 The sectional view taken from line 13-13. Figure 14 This is a perspective view of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment, showing the rotation of the pushing mechanism. (Refer to...) Figure 5 , Figure 6 as well as Figures 12-14 .

[0180] According to one embodiment, a fishing rod handle (1000) is configured to mount a spool on a portion thereof, thereby fixing and supporting the spool. The fishing rod handle (1000) has a front end (1101) and a rear end (1102) separated in the longitudinal direction (LD) of the fishing rod handle. The longitudinal direction (LD) of the fishing rod handle may refer to a direction parallel to the forward or backward direction of the fishing rod.

[0181] The fishing rod handle (1000) includes a front connecting portion (1110) that serves to connect the rod body to the fishing rod handle and has a front end (1101). The front connecting portion (1110) is configured to connect with the rod body (2100) (see reference). Figure 3 The fishing rod handle (1000) includes a rear engagement portion (1120) that serves to engage the rear grip with the fishing rod handle and has a rear end (1102). The rear engagement portion (1120) is configured to engage with the rear grip (2130) (see reference). Figure 3 The rear joint (1120) is separated from the front joint (1110) in the length direction (LD). The fishing rod handle (1000) includes a reel fixing part (1130) for fixing the reel, which is defined between the front joint (1110) and the rear joint (1120) in the length direction (LD).

[0182] The front engagement portion (1110) includes a front engagement hole (1111) formed rearward from the front end (1101) of the fishing rod handle toward the rear end of the fishing rod handle. The front engagement hole (1111) is formed at a predetermined depth in the length direction (LD). The front end of the front engagement hole (1111) is formed as an opening at the front end (1101) of the fishing rod handle. Figure 3 The rear end of the first rod body (2110) shown can be inserted into and fitted into the front connecting hole (1111). The rear end of the first rod body (2110) fitted into the front connecting hole (1111) can be bonded to the front connecting hole (1111) by an adhesive. The front connecting hole (1111) has a rear end that is spaced apart from the front end (1101) in the rearward direction by a depth of the front connecting hole, and the rear end of the front connecting hole (1111) forms the front end face (1131) of the reel fixing part (1130). The inner circumferential surface of the front connecting hole (1111) can have a plurality of grooves (1112) formed in the length direction (LD).

[0183] The rear engagement portion (1120) includes a rear engagement hole (1121) formed forward from the rear end (1102) of the fishing rod handle (1000) toward the front end of the fishing rod handle. The rear engagement hole (1121) is formed at a predetermined depth in the length direction (LD). The rear end of the rear engagement hole (1121) is formed as an opening at the rear end (1102) of the fishing rod handle. Figure 3 The front end of the rear grip (2130) shown can be inserted into and fitted into the rear engagement hole (1121). The front end of the rear grip (2130) fitted into the rear engagement hole (1121) can be bonded to the rear engagement hole (1121) by an adhesive. The rear engagement hole (1121) has a front end that is spaced apart from the rear end (1102) in the forward direction by a depth of the rear engagement hole, and the front end of the rear engagement hole (1121) forms the rear end face (1132) of the reel fixing part (1130). The inner circumferential surface of the rear engagement hole (1121) can have a plurality of grooves (1122) formed in the longitudinal direction (LD).

[0184] The reel fixing part (1130) may be a portion of the fishing rod handle (1000) (or, handle body (1100)) defined between a front end face (1131) that serves as the rear end of the front engagement hole (1111) and a rear end face (1132) that serves as the front end of the rear engagement hole (1121). The reel fixing part (1130) has a first mounting part (1133) formed along the length direction (LD). The first mounting part (1133) may be formed as a flat surface or a convex curved surface. When the reel is fixed to the reel fixing part (1130), the front foot and the rear foot of the reel are mounted on the first mounting part (1133).

[0185] In one embodiment of the fishing rod handle (1000), the reel fixing part (1130) has a recess (1134) that is recessed downward from the upper end. When viewing the fishing rod handle from the side, or in a side view of the fishing rod handle (refer to...), Figure 7The groove (1134) is formed to be recessed downwards from the upper end of the front joint (1110) and the upper end of the rear joint (1120). The bottom surface of the groove (1134) forms the first mounting portion (1133). When viewing the fishing rod handle from the side (refer to...), Figure 7 Or observe the rod handle from above (see above) Figure 8 When the reel is mounted on the rod handle, the groove (1134) has continuous edges. The groove (1134) has an arc-shaped front edge (1135), a C-shaped rear edge (1136), and a pair of side edges (1137). When the reel is mounted on the rod handle, the front foot of the reel passes through the front edge (1135). The rear edge (1136) bends lower than the upper end of the rear joint (1120), surrounding or below a portion of the pressing mechanism (1200). The remaining portion of the pressing mechanism (1200) lies between the side edges (1137). Thus, the groove (1134) accommodates the pressing mechanism (1200) near its rear end.

[0186] Reference Figure 5 , Figure 6 as well as Figure 13 The first mounting portion (1133) is separated downward from the upper end of the front joint portion (1110) and the upper end of the rear joint portion (1120). Specifically, the first mounting portion (1133) is located below the upper end of the front joint hole (1111) forming the front joint portion (1110) and the upper end of the rear joint hole (1121) forming the rear joint portion (1120). Related to the position of the first mounting portion, a first virtual horizontal line (HL1) extending beyond the upper end of the front joint hole (1111) and parallel to the length direction (LD) and a second virtual horizontal line (HL2) extending beyond the upper end of the rear joint hole (1121) and parallel to the length direction (LD) can be assumed. The first virtual horizontal line (HL1) and the second virtual horizontal line (HL2) can be separated in the vertical direction or on the same line. (Refer to...) Figure 13 The first virtual horizontal line (HL1) is located below the second virtual horizontal line (HL2). The first mounting part (1133) is located below both the first virtual horizontal line (HL1) and the second virtual horizontal line (HL2). Therefore, the first mounting part (1133) is offset downward relative to the upper end of the front joint (1110) and the upper end of the rear joint (1120). Based on the position of the first mounting part (1133), the reel can be mounted on the reel fixing part (1130) with the front and rear legs of the reel offset downward relative to the upper end of the fishing rod handle, or offset downward relative to the upper end of the front joint (1110) and the upper end of the rear joint (1120).

[0187] The reel fixing part (1130) is configured to fix the front foot of the reel. Relatedly, the reel fixing part (1130) has a front cover (1140) for housing the front foot of the reel. When the reel is installed in the reel fixing part, the front foot of the reel is inserted into the front cover (1140). (See reference...) Figure 13 The front cover (1140) is located behind the front joint (1110) and is formed at the front end of the first mounting portion (1133). The front cover (1140) is formed as the space between the first mounting portion (1133) and the front edge (1135) of the groove, and is formed to cover the end of the front foot of the winding reel. The front cover (1140) opens in the rearward direction. The internal space of the front cover (1140) is formed to narrow in the forward direction, and the front cover (1140) has a closed front end (1141).

[0188] The pressing mechanism (1200) is a separate component from the handle body (1100) that forms the front joint (1110), the rear joint (1120), and the reel fixing part (1130). The pressing mechanism (1200) is mounted on the first mounting part (1133). The pressing mechanism (1200) is configured to press and fix the rear foot of the reel against the first mounting part (1133).

[0189] The pressing mechanism (1200) is located near the rear end of the first mounting portion (1133). In one embodiment, the pressing mechanism (1200) is rotatably coupled to the reel fixing portion (1130) in a manner close to or away from the first mounting portion (1133). Specifically, the pressing mechanism (1200) is coupled to the reel fixing portion (1130) in an open position where the rear foot can be mounted on the first mounting portion (1133), and in a closed position where the rear foot is pressed and fixed, and clamped to the reel fixing portion (1130). (See also...) Figure 14 When the pushing mechanism (1200) rotates upward from the first mounting part (1133) to the open position, the rear foot can be mounted on the first mounting part (1133). After the rear foot is mounted on the first mounting part (1133), it is fixed to the reel fixing part (1130) as the pushing mechanism (1200) rotates to the closed position. The pushing mechanism (1200) can push the rear foot towards the first mounting part (1133) to fix the rear foot.

[0190] The pressing mechanism (1200) has a rear cover (1210) formed to cover the end of the rear foot. The rear cover (1210) is separated from the front cover (1140) in the longitudinal direction (LD). The rear cover (1210) is located at the front end of the pressing mechanism (1200) facing the front cover (1140). When the pressing mechanism (1200) is located on the first mounting portion (1133), the rear cover (1210) is formed as a space between the pressing mechanism (1200) and the first mounting portion (1133). Therefore, the first mounting portion (1133) is formed between the front cover (1140) and the rear cover (1210) in the reel fixing portion (1130).

[0191] Reference Figure 13 and Figure 14 The rear cover (1210) opens in the forward direction. The inner surface of the rear cover (1210) is formed to narrow in the rearward direction. Therefore, when the pressing mechanism (1200) rotates to the first mounting part (1133) to press and fix the rear foot, the rear cover (1210) covers the rear foot from top to bottom, and the rear cover (1210) has a rear end (1211) that is closed in the rearward direction. The inner surface of the rear cover (1210) may also include multiple inner surfaces formed to narrow in stages.

[0192] A reinforcing member (1300) is disposed in the reel fixing portion (1130) of the handle body (1100). The reinforcing member (1300) strengthens the bending strength of the fishing rod handle (1000) against bending deformation (e.g., bending deformation of the reel fixing portion (1130)). The reinforcing member (1300) can be a single continuous component in the length direction (LD) without any breaks. The reinforcing member (1300) is disposed in the reel fixing portion (1130) such that it is embedded below the first mounting portion (1133). Therefore, as Figure 13 As shown, the reel fixing part (1130) has an isolation part (1138) that isolates the first mounting part (1133) and the reinforcing member (1300) in the vertical direction.

[0193] In one embodiment, the reinforcing member (1300) may be a reinforcing tube formed in a tubular shape. The reinforcing member (1300) formed as a reinforcing tube has a hole (1310) extending through it along its length. Therefore, the reinforcing member (1300) is lightweight. As another example, the reinforcing member (1300) may also be a non-hollow cylinder. Additionally, as another example, the reinforcing member (1300) may also be a column with a polygonal cross-sectional shape.

[0194] The reinforcing component (1300) can be made of a material with high flexural strength and lightweight. The reinforcing component (1300) can be made of plastic material. The reinforcing component (1300) can be made of fiber-reinforced plastic, which is made by impregnating carbon fibers or glass fibers with thermosetting resin.

[0195] The reinforcing member (1300) can be inserted into and fitted into the reel fixing part (1130). In addition, the reinforcing member (1300) can also be embedded in the reel fixing part when the handle body of the fishing rod handle is formed.

[0196] In one embodiment, the reinforcing member (1300) is configured to insert into and fit into an insertion hole (1170) formed in the reel fixing portion (1130). The reel fixing portion (1130) has an insertion hole (1170) that passes through the reel fixing portion (1130) along its length direction (LD) from the rear joint portion (1120) to the front joint portion (1110), or from the front joint portion (1110) to the rear joint portion (1120). The insertion hole (1170) may have a cross-sectional shape corresponding to the cross-sectional shape of the reinforcing member (1300). The insertion hole (1170) is formed inside the reel fixing portion (1130) below the first placement portion (1133) and is separate from the first placement portion (1133). The insertion hole (1170) is separated from the first placement portion (1133) downward by an isolation portion (1138) of the reel fixing portion.

[0197] The insertion hole (1170) has open front and rear ends. The rear end of the insertion hole (1170) is formed as an opening at the rear end face (1132) of the reel fixing part (1130) (the front end of the rear connecting hole (1121)). The front end of the insertion hole (1170) is formed as an opening at the front end face (1131) of the reel fixing part (1130) (the rear end of the front connecting hole (1111)). The insertion hole (1170) has a through hole (1171) at its front end. The through hole (1171) has a diameter much smaller than the diameter of the reinforcing member (1300). Thus, the portion of the reel fixing part formed along the edge of the through hole (1171) becomes an isolation portion (1139), which isolates the insertion hole (1170) and the front connecting part (1110) from each other. The insulating part (1139) prevents adhesive from entering the insertion hole (1170) when the front joint (1110) is bonded to the rod body, thus preventing an increase in the weight of the handle body. The reinforcing member (1300) can be inserted into the insertion hole (1170) from the rear end toward the front end. When the reinforcing member (1300) is inserted into the insertion hole (1170), air in the insertion hole (1170) can be discharged through the through hole (1171) surrounded by the insulating part (1139), making the insertion of the reinforcing member (1300) easier.

[0198] The reinforcing member (1300) may have a length (L) corresponding to the distance between the front end face (1131) and the rear end face (1132) of the reel fixing part. Alternatively, the reinforcing member (1300) may have a length (L) shorter than the distance between the front end face (1131) and the rear end face (1132) of the reel fixing part. Alternatively, the reinforcing member (1300) may have a length (L) longer than the distance between the front end (1141) of the front cover (1140) and the rear end (1211) of the rear cover (1210).

[0199] Reference Figure 13The length (L) of the reinforcing member (1300) can be the sum of a first distance (D1), a second distance (D2), and a third distance (D3). The first distance (D1) can be the distance between the front end (1141) of the front cover (1140) and the front end face (1131) of the reel fixing part (1130). In the example where the insertion hole (1170) has the through hole (1171), the first distance (D1) can be the distance between the front end (1141) of the front cover and the rear end of the isolation part (1139). The second distance (D2) can be the distance between the front end (1141) of the front cover (1140) and the rear end (1211) of the rear cover (1210). The third distance (D3) can be the distance between the rear end (1211) of the rear cover (1210) and the rear end face (1132) of the reel fixing part (1130). Alternatively, the length (L) of the reinforcing member (1300) can be greater than the second distance (D2). Alternatively, the length (L) of the reinforcing member (1300) can be greater than the second distance (D2) and less than the sum of the first distance (D1), the second distance (D2), and the third distance (D3). In this case, the front end of the reinforcing member (1300) can be within the range of the first distance (D1), and the rear end of the reinforcing member (1300) can be within the range of the third distance (D3).

[0200] The pressing mechanism (1200) is located on the upper rear side of the reel fixing part (1130) and can be configured as a small device. The pressing mechanism (1200) is not located inside the reel fixing part (1130) below the first mounting part (1133). Therefore, the lightweight reinforcing member (1300) does not interfere with the pressing mechanism (1200) and can be integrated with the reel fixing part (1130) in a form that is embedded in the reel fixing part (1130) throughout the entire reel fixing part (1130). Therefore, the fishing rod handle (1000) can have a lightweight and slim shape, and can ensure sufficient strength to prevent deformation or shearing damage to the reel fixing part (1130). The pressing mechanism (1200) is located behind the reel fixing part (1130), so the fishing line released from the reel forward will not get stuck on the pressing mechanism (1200). The pushing mechanism (1200) is located on the upper side of the reel fixing part (1130). Therefore, the pushing mechanism (1200) does not come into contact with the angler's index and middle fingers, and the angler will not feel any abnormality due to the part that fixes the foot of the reel.

[0201] In one embodiment, the fishing rod handle (1000) may include a cover (1180) covering a reinforcing member (1300) embedded in a reel fixing portion (1130). The cover (1180) may have a shape corresponding to the shape of a rear engagement hole (1121) and may have an opening (1181) communicating with a hole (1310) in the reinforcing member (1300). The cover (1180) may be inserted into and fitted into the rear engagement hole (1121), covering the rear end face (1132) of the reel fixing portion.

[0202] Figure 15 This is an exploded side view of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment. Figure 16 This is an exploded perspective view showing the handle body and the pushing mechanism of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment. Figure 17 It is along Figure 5 The sectional view taken along line 17-17. Figures 18-21 These are the top view, sectional view, rear view, and front view of the pushing component of the pushing mechanism. Figure 22 This is an exploded perspective view showing the push screw of the push mechanism. Figure 23 and Figure 24 This is a side view showing the push screw of the push mechanism. Figures 25-27 These are, respectively, a top view, a side view, and a rear view of the handle body of a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment. Figure 28 It is along Figure 25 The sectional view taken from line 28-28. Figure 29 It is along Figure 26 The sectional view taken along line 29-29. (Refer to...) Figures 15-29 This explains the pressing mechanism and the connection between the pressing mechanism and the winding reel fixing part.

[0203] Reference Figures 15-17 The pressing mechanism (1200) is located above the reinforcing member (1300) and does not contact the reinforcing member (1300). According to one embodiment, the pressing mechanism (1200) includes a pressing member (1220) and a pressing screw (1230).

[0204] The pressing member (1220) is rotatably coupled to the reel fixing part (1130) and disposed on the first mounting part (1133). A rear cover (1210) for receiving the rear foot of the reel is formed on the pressing member (1220). Therefore, the pressing member (1220) is configured to press the rear foot toward the first mounting part (1133). A pressing screw (1230) passes through the pressing member (1220) from top to bottom and is detachably fastened to the reel fixing part (1130). If the pressing screw (1230) is fastened to the reel fixing part (1130), the pressing screw (1230) fixes and clamps the pressing member (1220) to the reel fixing part (1130), so that the rear cover (1210) presses the rear foot onto the first mounting part (1133) and fixes it. Thus, the pressing mechanism (1200) includes a pressing member (1220) that can rotate by pressing the rear foot from above the first mounting part (1133) and a pressing screw (1230) that engages the pressing member (1220) with the winding reel fixing part (1130) from top to bottom in a fixed and clamping manner, and can be configured as a miniaturized device.

[0205] Reference Figure 16 and Figures 18-21 The pressing member (1220) includes a pressing part (1221) that presses the rear foot of the winding reel and a rotating shaft part (1227) that functions as a rotating shaft of the pressing member. A rear cover (1210) is formed on the lower surface of the pressing part (1221). Therefore, the pressing part (1221) is configured to press the rear foot from its lower surface. In the pressing member (1220), the rotating shaft part (1227) is disposed on the opposite side of the rear cover (1210). The rotating shaft part (1227) is disposed in the width direction (WD) orthogonal to the length direction (LD).

[0206] When viewing the pressing component (1220) from the side, or in a side view of the pressing component (1220) (refer to...) Figure 19 The pressing part (1221) is formed to be curved in an inclined direction between the front and the bottom. Therefore, when viewed from the side, the pressing part (1221) has an L-shaped, V-shaped, or curved shape at a predetermined angle. According to the above-described shape of the pressing part (1221), the lower surface of the pressing part (1221) has an L-shaped, V-shaped, or curved shape at a predetermined angle. The rear cover (1210) is located at the front end of the pressing part (1221) at its open end, and the rear end (1211) of the rear cover (1210) is located at the lower surface of the pressing part (1221).

[0207] In one embodiment, the lower surface of the pressing portion (1221) includes a first lower surface (1222) capable of contacting the first mounting portion (1133), a second lower surface (1223) extending rearward from the first lower surface (1222) and curving upward relative to the first lower surface (1222), and a third lower surface (1224) extending rearward from the second lower surface (1223) and curving downward relative to the second lower surface (1223). The second lower surface (1223) extends obliquely upward from the first lower surface (1222). The third lower surface (1224) extends parallel to the second lower surface (1222) from the second lower surface (1223). The rear cover (1210) is located on the first lower surface (1222). The second lower surface (1223) and the third lower surface (1224) do not contact the first mounting part (1133), but can contact a part of the winding reel fixing part (1130) behind the first mounting part (1133). The rear cover (1210) is formed over the front and lower ends of the pressing part (1221).

[0208] A through hole (1225) for the push screw (1230) to pass through is formed in the push portion (1221). The through hole (1225) is rearwardly separated from the rear cover (1210). The through hole (1225) extends vertically through the push portion (1221), and the push screw (1230) passes through the through hole (1225) and is fastened to the reel fixing portion (1130). The upper end of the through hole (1225) is located on the upper surface of the push portion (1221), and the lower end of the through hole (1225) is located on the third lower surface (1224). The through hole (1225) has an internal thread (1226) near the upper end of its inner circumferential surface.

[0209] The rotating shaft portion (1227) is connected to the pressing portion (1221). The pressing member (1220) has a protrusion (1228) that protrudes rearward from the pressing portion (1221). The protrusion (1228) is located behind the through hole (1225). The rotating shaft portion (1227) is formed at the rear end of the protrusion (1228). The rotating shaft portion (1227) functions as the rotation center of the pressing mechanism (1200) and the pressing member (1220). The pressing member (1220) can rotate up and down around the rotating shaft portion (1227) while the pressing mechanism (1200) is engaged with the winding reel fixing portion (1130). In detail, the pushing member (1220) is combined with the winding reel fixing part (1130) so that it can rotate about the rotating shaft part (1227) to the open position where the pushing part (1221) and the first mounting part (1133) are separated upward and the rear foot is placed on the first mounting part (1133), and the closed position where the pushing part (1221) pushes the rear foot toward the first mounting part (1133).

[0210] Reference Figure 16 , Figure 17 as well as Figures 22-24 A push screw (1230) is detachably fastened to the reel fixing part (1130) by passing through a through hole (1225) in the push member. The push screw (1230) includes a disc-shaped head (1231) and a shank (1237) extending downward from the head (1231). The head (1231) is formed to push the upper surface of the push member (1221) with its lower surface. The shank (1237) has external threads (1238) on its outer circumferential surface. The shank (1237) is engaged with the reel fixing part (1130) by the thread action.

[0211] In one embodiment, the push screw (1230) has a head handle (1235) rotatably engaged with a head (1231). The head handle (1235) is operable to rotate the push screw (1230). As an example, the head handle (1235) is formed as a semi-circular ring. The head handle (1235) has inwardly projecting rotating pins (1236) at both ends. Pin holes (1232) corresponding to each rotating pin (1236) are formed in the head (1231). The rotating pins (1236) are fitted into the head (1231), and the head handle (1235) is rotatably engaged with the head (1231). The head handle (1235) can be rotated to a position parallel to the head (1231) (see reference). Figure 23 ) and the position of standing upright at a right angle relative to the head (1231) (see Figure 24 By holding the head handle (1235) upright relative to the head (1231) and rotating the head handle (1235) clockwise or counterclockwise, the angler can fasten the push screw (1230) to the reel fixing part (1130) or detach it from the reel fixing part (1130). Therefore, the angler can rotate the push screw (1230) with their fingers without using tools.

[0212] The head (1231) is formed circumferentially and has a concave edge (1233) recessed inwards. A pin hole (1232) is formed adjacent to each end of the concave edge (1233). Each end of the concave edge (1233) forms a protruding end (1234) that protrudes relative to the center of the head (1231). The concave edge (1233) recesses the thickness of the head handle (1235), allowing the inner circumferential surface of the head handle (1235) to contact the concave edge (1233). Therefore, when the head handle (1235) is parallel to the head (1231), the head handle (1235) is contained within the concave edge (1233). That is, when the head handle (1235) is parallel to the head (1231), the outer peripheral surface of the head (1231) and the outer peripheral surface of the head handle (1235) can form an approximate circle, and the head handle (1235) does not protrude from the head (1231).

[0213] The head handle (1235) can be fitted into the head (1231) by frictional contact between each end of the head handle (1235) and the protruding end (1234). Alternatively, it can be fitted into the head by frictional contact between the rotating pin (1236) of the head handle and the pin hole (1232) of the head. Therefore, the head handle (1235) can be fixed in a specified position on the head (1231).

[0214] Reference Figure 16 and Figures 25-29 The winding reel fixing part (1130) includes a second mounting part (1150) for mounting and fixing the pressing mechanism (1200). The second mounting part (1150) is separated and isolated upward from the insertion hole (1170) for inserting the reinforcing member (1300).

[0215] If the pressing mechanism (1200) rotates to the first mounting portion (1133) and is in the closed position, the pressing member (1220) is mounted on the second mounting portion (1150). The second mounting portion (1150) extends from the first mounting portion (1133). The second mounting portion (1150) has a shape that protrudes upward from the first mounting portion (1133) to have a shape complementary to the shape of the lower surface of the pressing portion. Therefore, the upper surface of the second mounting portion (1150) has an L-shaped, V-shaped, or curved shape corresponding to the shape of the lower surface of the pressing portion. The pressing member (1220) is mounted on the second mounting portion (1150) by surface contact between the lower surface of the pressing member and the upper surface of the second mounting portion, which are formed in complementary shapes. Therefore, the fishing rod handle, which is offset downward from the first mounting portion (1133) and the front connecting hole (1111) and the rear connecting hole (1121), can have a reduced vertical dimension. In addition, the fishing rod handle can be configured such that the push screw (1230) hardly protrudes from the upper end of the rear joint (1120).

[0216] The second mounting portion (1150) has a first contact surface (1151) and a second contact surface (1152) that are in complementary contact with the lower surface of the pressing portion. The first contact surface (1151) and the second contact surface (1152) form the upper surface of the second mounting portion. In addition, the first contact surface (1151) and the second contact surface (1152) form part of the bottom surface of the groove (1134).

[0217] The first contact surface (1151) protrudes upward from the first mounting portion (1133). The first contact surface (1151) protrudes upward from the first mounting portion (1133) and extends obliquely backward from the first mounting portion (1133). The second contact surface (1152) extends backward from the first contact surface (1151). The second contact surface (1152) is located higher than the first mounting portion (1133) and can be parallel to the first mounting portion (1133). The first contact surface (1151) can contact the second lower surface (1223) of the pressing portion (see reference). Figure 19 The second contact surface (1152) can make complementary contact with the third lower surface (1224) of the pressing part (see reference). Figure 19 They make complementary contact.

[0218] The second mounting portion (1150) has a fastening hole (1153) for engaging the shank (1237) of the push screw via a threaded action. The fastening hole (1153) has an internal thread (1154) on its inner circumferential surface, which engages with the external thread (1238) of the shank via a threaded action. The internal thread (1154) may also be formed as the internal thread of a nut embedded in the second mounting portion (1150). The fastening hole (1153) is formed below the upper surface of the second mounting portion (1150), with its upper end located at the second contact surface (1152). In the reel fixing portion (1130), the fastening hole (1153) is located above the reinforcing member (1300), isolated and separated from the insertion hole (1170). Therefore, the fastening hole (1153) has a closed lower end (1155) that is isolated from the reinforcing member (1300) upwards.

[0219] The reel fixing part (1130) includes a slit part (1160) that engages with the rotating shaft part (1227) of the pressing member, allowing the rotating shaft part to move and rotate. The slit part (1160) is located above the second mounting part (1150). The slit part (1160) is adjacent to the second contact surface (1152) of the second mounting part (1150).

[0220] like Figure 16 , Figure 25 as well as Figure 26 As shown, the second mounting portion (1150) has a vertical wall surface (1156) perpendicular to the second contact surface (1152), and a slit portion (1160) extends from the vertical wall surface (1156) through the winding reel fixing portion (1130) in a rearward direction. The slit portion (1160) can be formed to accommodate the rotating shaft portion (1227) of the pressing member and the protrusion portion (1228). The slit portion (1160) is formed to have a length greater than the thickness of the rotating shaft portion (1227) in the longitudinal direction. Therefore, the rotating shaft portion (1227) of the pressing member can be fitted into the slit portion (1160) movable in both the forward and rearward directions. The slit portion (1160) can be adjacent to the rear connecting hole (1121) while being isolated from it. For example, the slit (1160) can be formed to penetrate the vertical wall (1156) of the second mounting portion (1150) and the rear end face (1132) of the winding reel fixing portion (1130) in the front-rear direction, allowing passage through the cover (1180) (see reference). Figure 15 It is isolated from the rear connecting hole (1121). Alternatively, the slit (1160) can also be formed from the vertical wall (1156) of the second mounting part (1150) at a specified depth.

[0221] The slit portion (1160) has a pair of inclined protrusions (1161). The inclined protrusions (1161) are located at the front entrance of the slit portion (1160) and gradually decrease in the rearward direction. The inclined protrusions (1161) are inclined upward relative to the lower surface of the slit portion (1160). The protrusion (1228) of the pushing member can be located between the pair of inclined protrusions (1161), and the rotating shaft portion (1227) of the pushing member can be guided upward and downward by the pair of inclined protrusions (1161).

[0222] Figures 30-34 Examples illustrating the process of the pressing mechanism engaging with the winding reel fixing part. (Refer to...) Figure 16 , Figures 30-34 This explains the process of the pressing mechanism engaging with the winding reel fixing part.

[0223] Reference Figure 30 The head handle (1235) of the push screw (1230) is upright relative to the head (1231), and the shank (1237) of the push screw is aligned with the through hole (1225) of the push member (1220). (Refer to...) Figure 31 By rotating the head handle (1235), the handle (1237) is temporarily fixed to the through hole of the push part (1221) by the thread action between the external thread (1238) and the internal thread (1226) of the through hole.

[0224] Reference Figure 32The pressing member (1220) moves to the second mounting portion (1150), and the rotating shaft portion (1227) of the pressing member is inserted into the slit portion (1160). If the rotating shaft portion (1227) is fitted into the slit portion (1160), the pressing member (1221) can be mounted in both the first mounting portion (1133) and the second mounting portion (1150).

[0225] Reference Figure 33 With the pusher (1221) positioned in the first mounting part (1133), the second mounting part (1150), and the rotating shaft (1227) engaged in the slit part (1160), the shank (1237) of the pusher screw engages with the fastening hole (1153) of the second mounting part (1150) through the threaded action of the through hole of the pusher (1221) by rotating the head handle (1235). As an example, as the head handle (1235) is rotated clockwise, the external thread (1238) of the shank (1237) engages with the internal thread (1154) of the fastening hole through the threaded action. As the pusher screw (1230) is fastened in the fastening hole (1153), the lower surface of the head (1231) of the pusher screw pushes the upper surface of the pusher (1221) downward. That is, as the handle (1237) rotates through the push screw (1230), it engages with the fastening hole (1153) via the thread action, and the head (1231) pushes the push part (1221), thereby fixing and clamping the push part (1220) to the winding reel fixing part (1130). (Refer to...) Figure 34 After the pressing part (1220) is fixed to the winding reel fixing part (113), the head handle (1235) can be located parallel to the head (1231) on the upper surface of the pressing part (1221).

[0226] Figure 35 and Figure 36 This section illustrates the process of the pressing mechanism separating from the fixed part of the winding reel. (See reference...) Figure 16 , Figure 35 as well as Figure 36 This describes the process of the pushing mechanism separating from the fixed part of the winding wheel.

[0227] To secure the rear foot of the reel to the first mounting portion (1133), the push screw (1230) is separated from the reel fixing portion (1130) and the second mounting portion (1150). For example, as Figure 35 As shown, with the head handle (1235) of the push screw rotating counterclockwise, the shank (1237) of the push screw can be separated from the fastening hole (1153) of the second mounting part (1150). Figure 36As shown, the pressing mechanism (1200) rotates upward around the rotating shaft (1227), and the pressing mechanism (1200) is positioned in an open position on the first mounting part (1133) with its rear foot able to be placed behind the winding reel. The rotating shaft (1227) is movable within the slit (1160) in the front-rear direction. Therefore, when the pressing mechanism (1200) rotates to the open position, the rotating shaft (1227) can move slightly forward along the slit (1160), and the pressing member (1220) can rotate upward while being pressed forward. The inclined protrusion (1161) functions as a stop to prevent the rotating shaft (1227) from moving outward into the slit (1160).

[0228] In one embodiment of the fishing rod handle, a pushing mechanism (1200) rotates from a first mounting portion (1133) to the open position within a predetermined angle range, allowing the pushing member (1220) to open from the first mounting portion (1133). The predetermined angle range can be defined as the angle between the first mounting portion (1133) and the lower end of the pushing member (1220) (e.g., the first lower surface (1222) of the pushing member) when the pushing mechanism (1200) is in the open position. Figure 36 As shown, when viewed from the side, the opening angle (OA) of the push member (1220) in the open position relative to the first mounting portion (1133) can be within a range greater than 0 degrees and less than 25 degrees. The protrusion (1228) of the push member contacts the upper end of the slit portion (1160), and the rotating shaft portion (1227) of the push member contacts the inclined protrusion (1161), which can limit the opening angle (OA) of the push member (1220). The push member (1220) opens upward by the rotation of the push mechanism, so that reels with various sizes of feet can be mounted on the fishing rod handle of one embodiment.

[0229] Reference Figures 37-39 This describes the process of installing the reel on the handle of a fishing rod according to one embodiment.

[0230] Reference Figure 37 With the front foot (2310) and rear foot (2320) positioned in the first mounting portion (1133), the reel (2300) is located in the reel fixing portion (1130). The front foot (2310) of the reel is inserted into the front cover (1140). The pressing mechanism (1200) pushes the rear foot (2320) towards the first mounting portion (1133) from the open position to the closed position, and rotates downward around the rotating shaft portion (1227). As a result, the rear foot (2320) of the reel is covered by the rear cover (1210) of the pressing mechanism.

[0231] Reference Figure 38 With the rear foot (2320) of the winding reel covered by the rear cover (1210), the push screw (1230) is fastened to the second mounting part (1150). For example, as shown in the reference... Figure 33 The push screw (1230) is secured to the second mounting portion (1150) by rotating the head handle (1235). As the push screw (1230) is secured to the second mounting portion (1150), the push member (1220) pushes and secures the rear foot (2320) against the first mounting portion (1133). (Refer to...) Figure 39 After the push screw (1230) is fastened to the reel fixing part (1130), the head handle (1235) can be positioned parallel to the head (1231) on the push part (1220), and the angler can hold the fishing rod handle.

[0232] Reference Figure 40 and Figure 41 This describes the process of separating the reel from the fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0233] Reference Figure 40 The push screw (1230) can be separated from the reel fixing part (1130) and the second mounting part (1150) by rotating the head handle (1235). Furthermore, the push screw (1230), separated from the second mounting part (1150), can be temporarily fixed to the push member (1220). (See reference...) Figure 41 The pushing mechanism (1200) rotates to the open position with the rotating shaft (1227) as the center. As a result, the fixing of the rear foot (2320) of the winding reel can be released, and the winding reel (2300) can be disengaged from the first mounting part (1133) of the winding reel fixing part.

[0234] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 In the above embodiment, the front cover (1140) is formed near the front end of the first mounting portion (1133), and the pressing mechanism (1200) with the rear cover (1210) is disposed near the rear end of the first mounting portion (1133). As another embodiment, the pressing mechanism (1200) may be disposed near the front end of the first mounting portion (1133), and the front cover (1140) may be formed near the rear end of the first mounting portion (1133). In such an embodiment, the pressing component of the pressing mechanism (1200) can press the front foot of the reel against the first mounting portion (1133) and fix it in place by the rear cover (1210), while the front cover (1140) can fix the rear foot of the reel. The positions and orientations of the components of the fishing rod handle in such an embodiment may be opposite to those in the above embodiment.

[0235] According to one embodiment, the fishing rod handle has increased bending strength through a reinforcing member embedded in the reel fixing portion along its length. To evaluate the increased bending strength of the fishing rod handle according to one embodiment, a load test was conducted. Figure 42 This is a side view illustrating a load test performed on a fishing rod handle according to one embodiment.

[0236] Reference Figure 42 The test example in the load test is a fishing rod handle (1000) according to one embodiment. The fishing rod handle (1000) according to the test example includes a reinforcing member (1300) embedded in the reel fixing portion (1130). In the test example, the reinforcing member (1300) is a reinforcing tube made of fiber-reinforced plastic. This reinforcing tube has an outer diameter of 8.0 mm, an inner diameter of 6.5 mm, and a length of 95.4 mm.

[0237] The load test was conducted to measure the bending deformation (BD) of the fishing rod handle with the rear end (e.g., the rear joint (1120)) fixed and a vertical load (VL) applied to the front end (e.g., the front joint (1110)). In the load test, the vertical load (VL) was 140 Nm, and the test speed was 20 mm / min. The load test, which applied a vertical load to the front end of the fishing rod handle, showed a bending deformation (BD) of approximately 14.6 mm for the fishing rod handle (1000) according to the test example. However, no damage or change in appearance was observed in the reel fixing part (1130) during the load test.

[0238] Furthermore, a load test was conducted on the fishing rod handle according to the comparative example under the same conditions as the load test described above. The comparative example did not include the reinforcing member. Figure 42 The fishing rod handle shown. Through load testing of the comparative example, the fishing rod handle of the comparative example exhibited a bending deformation of approximately 27.7 mm, and damage to the lower surface of the reel fixing portion was observed. Therefore, the load test confirmed that the fishing rod handle (1000) according to an embodiment including the reinforcing member (1300) has improved bending strength.

[0239] The technical concept of this disclosure has been illustrated above through examples of some embodiments and accompanying drawings. However, it should be understood that various substitutions, modifications, and alterations can be made within the scope and spirit of this disclosure, which can be understood by those skilled in the art. Furthermore, such substitutions, modifications, and alterations should be considered to fall within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A fishing rod handle (1000) having a reel (2300) with a front leg (2310) and a rear leg (2320) fixed thereon, and capable of being coupled to a rod body (2100) and a rear grip (2130), the fishing rod handle being characterized in that it comprises: The front connecting part (1110) includes a bottomed front connecting hole (1111) for inserting the rod body, and is configured to connect with the rod body; The rear engagement portion (1120) includes a bottomed rear engagement hole (1121) for insertion of the rear grip, which is separated from the front engagement portion in the longitudinal direction and is configured to engage with the rear grip. The reel fixing part (1130) has a first mounting part (1133) located below the upper end of the front connecting hole and the upper end of the rear connecting hole, for mounting the front foot and the rear foot. The reel fixing part (1130) is limited between the rear end of the front connecting hole and the front end of the rear connecting hole, and is configured to fix the front foot. The pushing mechanism (1200) is located near the rear end of the first mounting part on the upper rear side of the winding wheel fixing part, and is combined with the winding wheel fixing part on the first mounting part, and is configured to push and fix the rear foot toward the first mounting part. A reinforcing member (1300) is disposed below the first mounting portion and embedded in the winding wheel fixing portion between the rear end of the front connecting hole and the front end of the rear connecting hole, and is configured to be continuous in the length direction and resist the bending deformation of the winding wheel fixing portion. The pushing mechanism is rotatably coupled to the winding reel fixing part in a manner that allows it to rotate upward from the first mounting part to an open position where the rear foot is positioned on the first mounting part, and to a closed position where it presses against the rear foot to fix the rear foot in place of the first mounting part. The pushing mechanism (1200) includes: a pushing member (1220) configured to push the rear foot (2320) toward the first mounting portion (1133); and a pushing screw (1230) that passes through the pushing member from top to bottom and is fastened to the winding reel fixing portion (1130), thereby fixing the pushing member to the winding reel fixing portion. The pushing component (1220) includes: a pushing part (1221) having a through hole (1225) through which the pushing screw (1230) passes and pushes the rear foot (2320); and a rotating shaft part (1227) disposed in the width direction orthogonal to the length direction. The winding reel fixing part (1130) includes: a second mounting part (1150) having a fastening hole (1153) for fastening the push screw, extending rearward from the first mounting part (1133) for mounting the push member; and a slit part (1160) located above the second mounting part and engaging with the rotating shaft part to enable the rotating shaft part to move and rotate. The pushing member is coupled to the winding reel fixing part, so that it can rotate about the rotating shaft part to the open position where the pushing member is isolated from the first mounting part upward, and the closed position where the pushing member pushes the rear foot towards the first mounting part.

2. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The reinforcing component (1300) is a reinforcing tube made of fiber-reinforced plastic.

3. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The reel fixing part (1130) has an insertion hole (1170) through which the reel fixing part passes from below the first mounting part (1133) along the length direction. The reinforcing member (1300) is configured to be inserted into and fitted into the insertion hole.

4. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The winding reel fixing part (1130) has a front cover (1140) formed at the front end of the first mounting part (1133) and housing the front foot (2310). The pushing mechanism (1200) has a rear cover (1210) that is isolated from the front cover in the longitudinal direction and houses the rear foot (2320). The reinforcing member (1300) has a length (L) that is longer than the distance between the front end (1141) of the front cover and the rear end (1211) of the rear cover.

5. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The front engagement hole is formed from the front end of the fishing rod handle to the rear, and the rear end of the front engagement hole forms the front end face of the reel fixing part. The rear engagement hole (1121) is formed from the rear end of the fishing rod handle forward, and the front end of the rear engagement hole forms the rear end face of the reel fixing part. The reinforcing component is embedded in the winding reel fixing part between the front end face and the rear end face. The reinforcing member (1300) has a length (L) shorter than the distance between the front end face and the rear end face.

6. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The pushing part (1221) has: a first lower surface (1222) that can contact the first mounting part (1133); a second lower surface (1223) that is bent upward relative to the first lower surface; and a third lower surface (1224) that is bent downward relative to the second lower surface, the lower end of the through hole (1225) being located on the third lower surface (1224). The second mounting portion (1150) has: a first contact surface (1151) that protrudes upward from the first mounting portion and extends therefrom, and is capable of making complementary contact with the second lower surface; a second contact surface (1152) that extends rearward from the first contact surface and is capable of making complementary contact with the third lower surface, and the upper end of the fastening hole (1153) is located on the second contact surface (1152).

7. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The fastening hole (1153) has a lower end (1155) that is isolated and closed from the reinforcing member (1300) upwards.

8. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The push screw (1230) includes: a head (1231) that pushes against the upper surface of the push portion (1221); and a shank (1237) that extends downward from the head and engages with the fastening hole (1153). As the handle engages with the fastening hole through the rotation of the push screw, the head pushes the push part, thereby fixing the push part (1220) to the winding reel fixing part (1130).

9. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The push screw (1230) has a head handle (1235) that can be rotatably engaged with the head (1231) to operate for rotating the push screw.

10. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The opening angle (OA) of the push member (1220) in the open position is within the range of greater than 0 degrees and less than 25 degrees relative to the first mounting part (1133).

11. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The winding reel fixing part (1130) has a groove (1134) that is recessed downward from the upper end of the front joint (1110) and the upper end of the rear joint (1120) to accommodate the pushing mechanism (1200).

12. The fishing rod handle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The front joint (1110), the rear joint (1120), and the winding reel fixing part (1130) are integrally formed and made of thermoplastic resin.

13. A fishing rod characterized by include: Rod body (2100); The fishing rod handle (1000) as described in any one of claims 1 to 12 is coupled to the rear end of the rod body; The rear grip (2130) is attached to the rear end of the rod handle.

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