Anti-tangle cap for lures

Abstract

To provide an entanglement prevention cap for lure for solving the problems in which: since a light weight rear hook moves irregularly in a wide range during an operation such as grooving in fishing, the rear hook is entangled in a fishing line of a main line and therefore a lure is turned upside down, thereby fishing becomes impossible; and an entanglement prevention cap is difficult to insert and fit and is prone to falling off.SOLUTION: Although there are multiple kinds of ways of connecting a rear eye of a lure and a rear hook, an entanglement prevention cap for lure is used by integrally covering at least the rear part and the rear eye of the lure and a split ring fitted to at least the rear eye, and is formed in a shape capable of facilitating insertion, fitting and suppressing falling of the cap. The entanglement prevention cap for lure is formed of a rubber material which can be detached and fitted to other lures regardless of its dimension and has versatility.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a lure tangle prevention cap that covers a lure, split ring, etc., to prevent the hook attached mainly to the rear end of the lure from getting tangled in the main fishing line connected to the reel, causing the lure to turn upside down (this situation is sometimes referred to as "shrimping" in fishing terms).It is also a cap that prevents the fishing line from getting tangled in the hook attached to the front of the lure. A split ring is a metal ring-shaped fitting used to connect a line or hook to a lure. The ring has a split that can be opened slightly to allow the insertion of other rings or other circular objects. [Background technology]

[0002] Lures include metal jigs made from materials such as lead and tungsten, which are designed to increase casting distance and dive quickly. Various inventions and schemes have been devised to prevent the hook attached to the rear end of the lure from getting tangled in the main fishing line, causing the lure to turn upside down.

[0003] The invention of Patent Document 1 has a hook attachment part for connecting a fishing hook to a lure, and the hook attachment part has a through-hole, which is a mounting hole, through which a split ring is inserted. The split ring contacts the inner surface of the mounting hole, limiting the swing range of the split ring when it rotates around the direction of penetration. This is done to make the lure itself less likely to tangle with fishing line, which is not the case with the present invention, which uses a general lure to make it less likely to tangle with fishing line, and is therefore expensive.

[0004] The invention of Patent Document 2 is designed to prevent fishing line from getting tangled around a fishing hook, and has a protrusion formed on the underside of the frame with a through-hole through which the hook can be connected. This also differs from the present invention in that it is not used by putting a cap on a general lure.

[0005] The invention of Patent Document 3 is a hook for lure fishing that prevents the hook from getting tangled in the fishing line, etc., and has an elastic material that extends from the base of the hook toward below the tip, and is positioned so that under normal conditions the elastic material is located closer to the pocket than the tip of the hook, causing the tip to protrude. This also differs from the present invention in that it is not used by putting a cap on a general lure.

[0006] The invention of Patent Document 4, like the inventions of the above documents, is an invention of the lure itself, and is not an invention of a cap that is placed on a general lure.

[0007] The invention of Patent Document 5 is similar to the inventions of the above documents.

[0008] The invention of Patent Document 6 involves molding an artificial tail fin integrally with the skirt that is placed over the lure, but this is intended to increase fishing results, and is not like the present invention, which prevents the fishing line from getting tangled in the rear hook by molding an artificial tail fin integrally with the tangle prevention cap, so the technical configuration and the effect of the invention are completely different.

[0009] The technical configuration, utility value, and application effect of the above-mentioned prior art documents are all significantly different from those of the present invention. The same is true for the attachment of the worm to the tangle prevention cap. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0010] [Patent Document 1] Patent 7161804 [Patent Document 2] Patent Publication No. 2002-176883 [Patent Document 3] Patent Publication No. 2002-017206 [Patent Document 4] Patent Publication No. 2022-121310 [Patent Document 5] Patent Publication No. 2007-330183 [Patent Document 6] Utility model registration number 3242507 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0011] Generally, the eye attached to the rear end of the lure (hereinafter referred to as the rear eye) and the hook attached to the rear of the lure (hereinafter referred to as the rear hook) are connected via one or more split rings or other devices. The rear hook generally has a connecting ring formed thereon and is connected to the split ring. Another device, such as a double-axis rotating device for attracting fish, may be connected between the split rings. In the fishing equipment field, the double-axis rotating device is sometimes called a swivel or a rolling swivel.

[0012] In the above situation, when fishing, such as when jerking, the lure moves erratically, causing the lightweight rear hook to move even more erratically and its range of motion to widen, which can cause the main fishing line to become tangled in the rear hook. As a result, it is known that the lure can become upside down relative to the main fishing line, making it impossible to catch a fish. This tangle is more likely to occur if the rear hook moves too freely relative to the lure. In addition to the fishing line becoming tangled in the rear hook, the fishing line can also become tangled in the front hook of the lure (hereinafter referred to as the front hook). Hereinafter, the rear hook and front hook will be collectively referred to as the rear hook, etc.

[0013] Therefore, in order to prevent the main fishing line from getting tangled, it is effective to restrict the free movement of the hook to some extent while maintaining the fishing function, and to reduce the range of movement of the hook in relation to the lure. This reduces the chance of the main line fishing line getting tangled in a hook or the like, which is the basic problem to be solved by the present invention.

[0014] In this case, we would like to be able to attach a device (tangle prevention cap) to lures that we own to prevent fishing line from getting tangled around the rear hook, etc., without having to purchase additional expensive lures. Furthermore, we would like to make the device detachable, so that it can be used on other lures as well. Also, lures do not come in the same size, but come in a variety of sizes, so we want something that can be attached to lures of different sizes to some extent. Also, since it will often be used at sea, we wanted the device to be weather-resistant and durable.

[0015] Furthermore, it is desirable for the cap to be both easy to put on and difficult to remove while fishing. If it is difficult to put on, there is a risk of the cap being damaged when putting it on, and the cap is prone to come off during fishing due to the action of water pressure, water currents, and movements such as jerking, so it is desirable for it to be difficult to remove. To make the cap even more versatile, it is necessary to prevent damage and also make it easy to remove without applying excessive force.

[0016] Furthermore, in order to improve the tangle prevention function and also to increase the fishing result, it is desirable to attach an artificial tail fin and a worm integrally to the cap.

[0017] The tangle prevention cap has been designed to be easy to put on, prevent it from falling off, and minimize irregular movement of the rear hook, etc.

[0018] For example, if you use a silicone tube with the same inner and outer diameter as the lure, it is difficult to insert and attach it easily and it is difficult to prevent it from falling off. If you use a tube with a large inner diameter, it is easy to insert and attach but it is easy to fall off, and if you use a tube with a small inner diameter, it is difficult to insert and attach it but it is difficult to prevent it from falling off. Also, if the material is not elastic, it cannot be used universally for other lures with different dimensions. Furthermore, if a heat-shrinkable tube is used, the same problems as those of the tube method described above arise, and the method cannot be used universally for lures of different sizes. [Means for solving the problem]

[0019] When at least the rear eye of a lure is connected to the connecting ring of a rear hook via at least one or more split rings, or when the front eye of a lure is connected to a fishing line leading to a reel via a split ring and a snap that is an open / close type connecting fitting, the tangle prevention cap for lures is made of a rubber material and is versatile, with the inner diameter of the hole gradually decreasing toward the rear hook side or the fishing line side of the reel, or the hole shape being flattened, so that it can be removed and used to cover the above-mentioned parts of other lures of different dimensions within the elastic limit, in order to be fitted integrally onto at least the split rings attached to the rear eye and the rear eye, or to be fitted integrally onto the split rings attached to the front eye and the snap.

[0020] The tangle prevention cap may also cover the connecting ring of the rear hook. Tangle-proof means that the fishing line is less likely to get tangled on the hook.

[0021] When the lure is connected from the rear eye to the connecting ring of the rear hook via only a plurality of split rings, the tangle prevention cap may cover at least the rear eye of the lure and the split ring connected to the rear eye, as well as the connected split ring of the connecting ring of the rear hook.In this case, the tangle prevention cap may also be applied to the connecting ring of the rear hook.

[0022] When connecting the rear eye of the lure to the rear hook, not only a split ring but also other devices such as a double-ended rotating device may be connected. In other words, when connecting the rear eye of the lure to the connecting ring of the rear hook, a double-ended rotating device may be connected together with a split ring. In this case, a lure tangle prevention cap may be placed over at least the rear eye of the lure, the split ring connected to the rear eye, and all or part of the lure-side rotating shaft of the double-shaft rotating device.

[0023] The rubber material includes, but is not limited to, natural rubber, nitrile rubber, silicone rubber, fluororubber, urethane rubber, acrylic rubber, isoprene rubber, styrene rubber, and many other materials. For example, silicone rubber is particularly suitable because it has excellent water resistance and weather resistance.

[0024] The lure tangle prevention cap may be cut and removed at any position between the lure, the rear eye, the split ring, and the rear hook. This allows the user to freely select how much of the lure's length between the rear of the lure and the rear hook to cover, depending on the fishing conditions and the connection method using a split ring or the like from the rear eye to the rear hook.

[0025] In order to securely attach the lure tangle prevention cap to the lure while also allowing it to be easily removed, the inner surface of the tangle prevention cap may have a portion with a smaller surface roughness than the other portions on the surface that comes into contact with the outer surface of the lure. The portion with a smaller surface roughness is a smooth portion that enhances the suction cup-like adhesive force to the lure surface.

[0026] The artificial tail fin may also be molded integrally with the tangle-prevention cap. In this case, the lure-side end of the tangle-prevention cap may be extended to the rear of the lure, and part of the artificial tail fin may be molded integrally across the part of the tangle-prevention cap that covers the lure. In claim 7, "molding the artificial tail fin integrally with the tangle-prevention cap" means that the artificial tail fin may be molded integrally with the part of the tangle-prevention cap that extends from the rear eye to the hook side, or that part of the artificial tail fin may be molded integrally across the tangle-prevention cap that covers the rear of the lure. Similarly, the lure-side end of the tangle prevention cap may be extended to the rear of the lure, and an artificial worm may be integrally attached to part of the part including the rear. This also means that, like the artificial tail fin, it may be attached to the part of the tangle prevention cap on the hook side of the rear eye, or part of it may be attached to the tangle prevention part covering the rear of the lure.

[0027] Furthermore, when the inner diameter of the hole of the tangle-preventing cap is gradually reduced toward the hook side, recesses may be provided circumferentially at a plurality of locations inside the hole in the longitudinal direction.

[0028] When the hole of the tangle-preventing cap is flattened, the hole may be substantially rectangular or elliptical.

[0029] The thickness of the ring-shaped portion of the tangle-preventing cap may also be gradually increased from the lure side toward the rear hook side. [Effects of the Invention]

[0030] The split rings connected to the rear eye in a loop can move freely within their range, but by placing a lure tangle prevention cap over the rear eye and the split rings connected to the rear eye in a loop, the free movement of the split rings is stopped. As a result, the irregular movement and range of movement of the rear hook are reduced. This reduces the chance of the main line getting tangled in the rear hook during actions such as jerking. The lure-side end of the tangle prevention cap may be attached by extending from the rear eye to the rear of the lure.

[0031] In this case, the anti-tangle cap is a general-purpose product that can be used on other lures of different dimensions, so it is required to be easy to insert and attach, not easily fall off while fishing, and not easily damaged when attaching or removing it. It is easy to come off due to the action of water pressure, water current, jerking, etc. In this regard, the inner diameter of the tangle prevention cap's hole gradually decreases toward the rear hook or the fishing line, in line with the gradual decrease in the outer diameter of the lure, split ring, or other object to be covered with the cap, making it easy to insert and attach, difficult to fall off, and also difficult to damage when inserting, attaching, or removing. In other words, the tangle prevention cap firmly presses the split ring or other object against the rear of the rear hook, making it difficult to fall off, and its shape also makes it easy to remove manually without damaging it.

[0032] Furthermore, by making the hole flat, the cap can be inserted in a direction that makes it easier to insert according to the shape of the split ring, which is also flat, and when attaching and fixing it, it can be rotated, for example, by 90 degrees from that position, making it firmly fixed and less likely to come off.

[0033] Furthermore, since rubber material is used, it can be attached to split rings of other lures with different dimensions within the elastic limit. In other words, it is not a dedicated product for a specific lure, but can be used for general purposes, thereby reducing costs.

[0034] Another split ring may be connected to the split ring in a ring shape, and the connecting ring of the rear hook may be connected to that, but even in this case, the movement of the split ring connected to the rear eye is stopped, so the irregular movement and range of motion of the rear hook are reduced. In this case, if you extend the cap to the split ring connected to the rear hook, you can further reduce the range of movement of the rear hook and better prevent tangling. In addition, a device such as a double-axis rotating tool may be connected between the slip ring connected to the rear eye and the rear hook, but even in this case, the irregular movement and range of motion of the rear hook is reduced.

[0035] When a double-shaft rotating device is connected to a split ring connected to the rear eye of a lure, if a lure tangle-preventing cap is placed over at least the rear eye of the lure, the split ring connected to the rear eye, and all or part of the lure-side rotating shaft of the double-shaft rotating device, it is possible to stop the rotation of the lure-side rotating shaft of the double-shaft rotating device while maintaining the rotation of the hook-side rotating shaft, thereby contributing to preventing tangles.

[0036] The anti-tangle cap is a separate product from the lure itself, and you can achieve your goal by attaching it to your existing lures without having to purchase additional, expensive lures.

[0037] Since the lure tangle prevention cap of the present invention is primarily used in the sea, the use of silicone rubber material will further improve its weather resistance and water resistance.

[0038] By lengthening the rear part of the lure tangle prevention cap on the rear hook side in advance and cutting it at any position along the length so that the rear part can be removed, the tangle prevention cap can be fitted to any position, and the irregular movement and range of motion of the rear hook can be adjusted depending on how the various devices from the rear eye to the hook are connected and the fishing conditions.

[0039] Furthermore, if the surface roughness of a portion of the inner surface of the lure tangle prevention cap that comes into contact with the lure is made finer than that of other portions, the suction cup-like adhesive force of that portion to the lure is improved, preventing the tangle prevention cap from coming off the lure while fishing. In this case, if the surface roughness is made finer and only a portion of the surface has increased adhesive power, the adhesive power will not be too strong and the tangle-preventing cap can be easily removed from the lure, thereby preventing damage to the tangle-preventing cap for lures.

[0040] If an artificial tail fin is integrally molded on the reduced diameter part that covers the split ring or the like at the rear of the hook side of the tangle prevention cap, the rear hook will be hidden by the artificial tail fin, which, in combination with the tangle prevention cap, makes it easier to prevent tangles in the fishing line. Also, the artificial tail fin has a smaller outer diameter around the tangle prevention cap, which brings it closer to the rear hook and makes it easier to hide the rear hook, making it easier for the artificial tail fin to bite the rear hook when trying to determine whether the target fish is a kissing fish or not, improving fishing results. In addition, a part of the artificial caudal fin may be molded to extend over the part of the tangle prevention cap that covers the lure.

[0041] If the lure-side end is extended from the rear eye to the rear of the lure and an artificial worm is attached integrally to the section including the rear, the worm protects the rear hook from tangling with the fishing line, and together with the tangle prevention cap, it makes it less likely for the fishing line to get tangled around the rear hook. The worm also contributes to improved fishing results. This is different from attaching a worm by inserting it into the hook; instead, the tangle prevention cap is extended and attached to the lure, which is effective in the same way as attaching a worm to a heavy lure, making the worm's movement more natural.

[0042] When the inner diameter of the hole in the cap is gradually reduced toward the rear hook side, if circumferential recesses are provided at multiple locations along the length of the inside of the hole, the split ring will fit into the groove when the cap is attached, making it less likely to fall off.

[0043] When the shape of the hole in the cap is flattened, making the hole rectangular or approximately oval makes it easier to insert and attach, and by rotating the cap by, for example, 90 degrees after attachment, the cap will firmly press down on the split ring, etc., making it less likely to fall off.

[0044] By gradually increasing the thickness of the ring-shaped portion of the tangle prevention cap toward the rear of the lure, the rear eye, and the split ring or rings, the inner diameter of the tangle prevention cap gradually decreases in response to the gradually decreasing outer diameters of the rear of the lure and the split ring or rings. The increased thickness also makes the cap less likely to bend, restricting the freedom of movement of the split rings, thereby further restricting irregular movement of the rear hook and improving tangle prevention performance. It also makes the cap easier to attach and remove. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0045] [Figure 1] 1 is a first embodiment in which an example of a lure tangle prevention cap of the present invention is attached to a lure. [Figure 2] This is a second embodiment in which another example of the lure tangle-preventing cap of the present invention is attached to a lure. [Figure 3] 1 is an embodiment of the inner surface roughness of the tangle-preventing cap for lures of the present invention. [Figure 4] 1A to 1C are explanatory diagrams of various shapes of the tangle-preventing cap for lures of the present invention. [Figure 5] 1 is an explanatory diagram of a lure tangle prevention cap with an integrally molded artificial tail fin. [Figure 6] 1 shows a lure fitted with an anti-tangle cap with an artificial worm attached to it. [Figure 7] FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a lure tangle prevention cap in which the thickness of the ring-shaped portion gradually increases toward the lure eye, split ring, and hook. [Figure 8] 1 is a diagram showing a lure tangle prevention cap attached to the front side of the lure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0046] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The embodiment is not limited to this embodiment, and can be appropriately modified within the scope of the present invention.

[0047] FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram of a first embodiment in which an example of a lure tangle prevention cap according to the present invention is attached to a lure. A rear eye side split ring 4 is connected to the rear eye 3, and a rear hook 6 side split ring 5 is connected to the split ring 4. The rear hook 6 is connected to the rear hook 6 side split ring 5 by a connecting ring 7 formed on the rear hook 6. Here, the lure tangle prevention cap 1 covers the rear of the lure 2, the rear eye 3, the split rings 4 and 5, and a part of the connecting ring 7. The connecting ring 7 may be connected to the split ring 4 without the split ring 5 therebetween.

[0048] The lure tangle prevention cap 1 is drawn with a two-dot chain line (imaginary line) assuming that it is in place. In this case, the lure side end 18 of the lure tangle prevention cap 1 may extend to position A, or to position B which covers the rear eye 3, and the hook 6 side end may extend to position C which covers part of the split ring 4, or to position D which covers part of the split ring 5 and connecting ring 7, and the extension may be selected as appropriate. The lure tangle prevention cap 1 may cover the entire connecting ring 7.

[0049] The lure tangle prevention cap 1 is not rigid, but is made of rubber, an elastic material, so some of the force of jerking and other movements is absorbed by the lure tangle prevention cap 1 and transmitted to the rear hook 6. As a result, irregular and sudden movements of the rear hook 6 are smoothed out, which also contributes to reducing tangling of the main fishing line 10 on the rear hook 6. This is one of the benefits of using rubber, an elastic material.

[0050] In the case where there is no split ring 5, even if the lure tangle prevention cap 1 does not cover the entire split ring 4, if it covers only a portion of it, the movement of the split ring 4 relative to the lure 2 can be prevented to some extent. Furthermore, when a split ring 5 is provided, even if the lure tangle prevention cap 1 does not cover the entire ring 5, it will still have a certain effect if it covers only a part of it. The lure end 18 of the lure tangle prevention cap 1 may be positioned at any position toward the eye 9 .

[0051] A front eye 8 is attached to the front of the lure 2, and an eye 9 that resembles a small fish is also attached. The front eye 8 is connected to a reel via a main fishing line 10. The lure tangle prevention cap 1, which is depicted as an imaginary two-dot chain line, covers the rear of the lure, the rear eye 3, the rear eye-side split ring 4, the hook-side split ring 5, and part of the connecting ring 7. This restricts the movement of the split rings 4 and 5, limiting the irregular movement and range of movement of the rear hook 6 when jerking, etc., and making it less likely that the main fishing line 10 will become tangled in the rear hook 6. Furthermore, the rear hook 6 is also partially covered with the connecting ring 7, so that irregular movement of the rear hook 6 is further restricted.

[0052] The type of rubber for the lure tangle prevention cap 1 is not limited, but for example, silicone rubber or other rubber materials may be used. In some cases, a hook may also be attached to the front eye 8 of the lure. This also applies to the following embodiments. The inner diameter of the tangle prevention cap 1 gradually decreases from the lure 2 side to the rear hook 6 side, making it easy to insert and attach to the lure 2, split rings 4, 5, etc., and also making it difficult to fall off during fishing. It prevents damage and can be easily removed when manually removing it. Since it is a general-purpose product that can be used on other lures, it is important that it has a shape that prevents damage. The rear side of the lure tangle prevention cap 1, which has a longer rear part, is extended to cover the rear hook side split ring 5 and part of the connecting ring 7. This further reduces the irregular and wide-ranging movement of the rear hook 6 when jerking, etc., and makes it even more difficult for the main fishing line 10 to become entangled in the rear hook 6. Even if the split ring 5 is not entirely covered by the lure tangle prevention cap 1 having a longer rear portion, if it is partially covered, the movement of the split ring 5 relative to the lure 2 can be prevented to some extent.

[0053] FIG. 2 shows a second embodiment in which another example of the lure tangle prevention cap of the present invention is attached to a lure. A split ring 4 is connected to the rear eye 3, and a double-shaft rotating device, also known as a swivel or rolling swivel in fishing equipment terms, consisting of a lure-side rotating shaft 12(A) and a hook-side rotating shaft 12(B) is connected to the split ring 4. A split ring 5 is connected to the hook-side rotating shaft 12(B), and a rear hook 6 and a plate-shaped blade 14 are connected to the split ring 5. This allows the rear hook 6 and blade 14 to rotate around 12(A) as the axis of rotation by rotating 12(B). Similarly, the lure-side rotating shaft 12(A) can also rotate around 12(B). Giving the rear hook 6 and other components a rotating function is a device to increase fishing results. This allows the hook 6 to rotate, making it more likely to become entangled in the main fishing line 10. However, in this embodiment, the lure tangle prevention cap 1 covers the lure side rotating shaft 12(A), preventing rotation of 12(A). This prevents rotation of one side of the double-shaft rotating device, reducing the chance of the main line 10 getting tangled in the rear hook 6.

[0054] In this case, to make the most of the functionality of the double-axis rotating devices 12(A) and 12(B), it is preferable to cover the lure anti-tangle cap 1 up to the split ring 4 and the lure-side rotating shaft 12(A), and in that case, the position of the hook 6 side end 19 of the lure anti-tangle cap 1 can be determined appropriately. In fishing situations, it is also possible to disable the function of the double-axis rotating device and extend the lure anti-tangle cap 1 so that it covers the split ring 5. However, the lure anti-tangle cap 1 also has a certain effect when it is covered up to the split ring 4. In this case, the lure tangle prevention cap can stop the movement of the split ring 4 to some extent even if it does not cover the entire split ring 4.

[0055] The blade 14 is a plate-like member for attracting fish, and the blade 14 may be connected to the rear hook 6 in the same manner in the embodiments of FIGS. Furthermore, the double-shaft rotating devices 12(A) and 12(B) do not need to be connected if they are not necessary in the fishing situation, and lure tangle prevention caps 1 can be placed over both 12(A) and 12(B) to prevent them from moving.

[0056] FIG. 3 shows an embodiment of the inner surface roughness of the tangle-preventing cap for lures of the present invention. Figure (A) is a front view of an embodiment of a lure tangle prevention cap, Figure (B) is a left side view, and Figure (C) is a right side view. Figure (D) is a front view of another embodiment of the tangle-preventing cap for lures. The lure tangle prevention cap 1 or 15 is made of a rubber material having a suitable elasticity and is molded to have a suitable thickness. Although the figure (B) has an oval shape, it represents the shape when it is placed on the lure, assuming the cross-sectional shape of the lure. Because it is made of rubber material, it is not limited to the shape shown in the figure (B) when it is removed from the lure 2. Figure (C) also shows one possible shape when the lure is attached to a split ring or the like, but the shape when removed from the lure is not limited to this.

[0057] The hatched area 16 indicated by the dashed line is the smooth area (fine part) of the inner surface of the lure tangle prevention cap 1 or 15 that comes into contact with the outer surface of the lure 2, and this allows the lure tangle prevention cap 1 to adhere well to the outer surface of the lure 2 like a suction cup, preventing it from falling off. This further improves the ability of the lure tangle prevention cap 1 to prevent it from falling off. The portion of the inner surface of the lure tangle prevention cap 1 or 15 other than the portion 16 hatched with dashed lines has a normal surface roughness, and has a rougher surface roughness than the portion 16. The presence of this normal surface roughness portion prevents the lure tangle prevention cap 1 or 15 from adhering too strongly to the outer surface of the lure 2, and prevents damage to the lure tangle prevention cap 1 without applying excessive force when inserting, attaching, or removing it.

[0058] Figure (D) shows a rear extension type lure tangle prevention cap 15, which has a longer rear section 17 extending from the rear eye 3 to the rear hook 6. If necessary, the rear section 17 can be cut to the appropriate length with scissors or the like. There are various ways to connect the rear eye to the hook, and this allows you to adjust how far the anti-tangle cap 1 covers the split ring 4, etc. This allows the irregular movement and range of movement of the hook 6 to be adjusted, and the degree of balance between the fishing function and the lure tangle prevention function to be appropriately achieved.

[0059] The lure tangle prevention cap 1 of the present invention is not a dedicated product that is to be placed over a specific lure, but is a general-purpose product that can be removed and placed over another lure, so it is desirable to have a variety of sizes available so that the appropriate size can be selected according to the lure being used and the conditions of the fishing spot. Furthermore, since rubber, an elastic material, is used, the lure can be attached by adapting to the shape and dimensions of the lure, even if the lure dimensions vary within the elastic limit.

[0060] Furthermore, if necessary, a lubricant may be applied to the inner surface of the tangle prevention cap 1, which is the sliding part when attaching and detaching, to facilitate the attachment and detachment of the tangle prevention cap 1 and the lure 2. Since it is used underwater, if the lubricant is a semi-solid or semi-liquid grease, it will have excellent water resistance and last a long time.

[0061] To enhance the fish-attracting effect, a fish attractant may be mixed into the lubricant. Furthermore, several holes may be drilled through the surface of the lure that comes into contact with the lure surface, allowing the fish attractant to flow out of the lure lure tangle-prevention cap 1, thereby enhancing the fish-attracting effect.

[0062] FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram of various shapes of tangle-preventing caps for lures. Figure (A) is a front view of the first shape, Figure (B) is a plan view showing its end, and Figure (C) is a bottom view showing its end. The tangle prevention cap of this shape has an outer diameter that is approximately circular and gradually decreases from top to bottom, and an inner diameter that is approximately oval L and decreases from top to bottom. It is easy to insert into a split ring, etc., and if you rotate it by 90 degrees after insertion, it will be firmly attached and will not easily fall off. Figure (D) is a front view of the second shape, Figure (E) is a plan view of the upper end face thereof, and Figure (F) is a bottom view of the lower end face thereof. The outer shape and the hole shape are both roughly rectangular, and both rectangles become gradually smaller from top to bottom. As with the first shape, it is easy to insert, and by rotating it by, for example, 90 degrees after insertion, it is attached more firmly and is prevented from falling off.

[0063] Figure (G) is an explanatory diagram of the third shape as seen from the front, Figure (H) is an explanatory diagram as seen from the top, and Figure (I) is an explanatory diagram as seen from the bottom. The outer shape and the shape of the hole are almost circular, and the diameter of both circles gradually decreases from top to bottom. There are three internal depressions J along the length of the hole. This means that when the split ring or other parts fit into these depressions, they are less likely to fall off. Note that the two-dot chain line K indicates that the outer shape of the depression expands outward, but this is not a requirement. If the outer shape expands in this way, the thickness of the rubber in that area will not become thinner, ensuring sufficient mounting and retention force. Figure (N) is a front view of the fourth shape, Figure (P) is an explanatory diagram seen from above, and Figure (Q) is an explanatory diagram seen from the bottom. Both the outer shape and the hole are almost circular, and gradually become smaller from top to bottom. There are two areas along the length of the hole where the outer shape is recessed inward, R. Because the thickness of these areas is thinner, the inner diameter can easily expand, making it easier to insert and attach. In all of the embodiments, the lure is inserted and attached so that the side with the larger outer diameter and inner diameter in the figure is the lure side. In all of the embodiments, damage can be prevented during insertion, attachment, and manual removal, and it can be used as a general-purpose product with other lures.

[0064] Figure 5 is an explanatory diagram of the lure with an anti-tangle cap integrally molded with an artificial tail fin attached. The artificial caudal fin 20 of a small fish that is preyed upon by the target fish of fishing is mainly molded into the part of the tangle prevention cap 1 that encloses the lure eye 3, split ring 4, and split ring 5 at the rear of the hook 6 side, but a part of it may be molded across the part of the tangle prevention cap 1 that covers the lure 2. It is molded integrally by compression molding, but is not limited to this, and other methods such as injection molding and extrusion molding may also be used. The artificial caudal fin 20 is composed of a plurality of rod-shaped portions 20(A) and a membrane portion 20(B) that joins the rod-shaped portions 20(A) to the cylindrical portion of the tangle-preventing cap 1 and between the rod-shaped portions 20(A). Since the artificial tail fin 20 is integrally formed, it wraps around the rear hook 6 to some extent, which has the effect of preventing the fishing line 10 from getting tangled in the rear hook 6. At the same time, it also has the effect of improving fishing results.

[0065] Figure 6 is an illustration of an anti-tangle cap with an artificial worm attached to a lure. Although an artificial worm 21 is attached to the tangle prevention cap 1 at the attachment portion 21(A), it may be integrally molded. This worm 21 has the function of protecting the rear hook 6 from getting tangled in the fishing line 10. Furthermore, since the worm 21 is attached to the heavy lure 2, its movement is gentle and stable, mimicking the movement of an actual worm, improving fishing results. The shape of the worm 21 is flat near the attachment portion 21(A), but the cross section becomes almost circular toward the outside beyond that. However, the shape is not limited. Note that a worm refers to a long, legless insect used in fishing. If the anti-tangle cap 1 also covers the lure 2, the artificial worm 21 may be attached across the covered portion.

[0066] Figure 7 is an explanatory diagram of a tangle prevention cap with a thickness that gradually increases from the lure toward the rear hook when attached to the lure. The tangle prevention cap 11 has an inner diameter that gradually decreases from the lure 2 to the rear hook 6, and a ring-shaped portion that gradually increases in thickness. Generally, the outer diameter of the lure 2 decreases from the rear end thereof through the rear eye 3 to the split rings 4 and 5, so the inner diameter of the tangle prevention cap 11 is gradually decreased and its thickness is also increased accordingly. This makes it easier to attach the tangle prevention cap 11 to the lure 2 via the split rings 5 ​​and 4, and because it is thick, it has a strong force to hold down the split rings, etc., and can better suppress the movement of the split rings 4 and 5, etc., resulting in more effective suppression of irregular movement of the rear hook 6, making it less likely for the rear hook 6 to become tangled in the fishing line.

[0067] Figure 8 is an explanatory diagram of the tangle prevention cap when using a hook attached to the front of the lure. The tangle prevention cap 13 is inserted and attached to the part that continues from the front eye 8, split ring 22, and snap 23, which is an openable connector. In this case, too, the inner diameter of the tangle prevention cap 13 should gradually decrease from the front eye 8 to the snap 23, just as when attaching it to the rear side of the lure. The effect is that it is easy to insert and attach and difficult to fall off, similar to the rear tangle prevention cap 1. In this case, the rear hook 6 is not attached to the rear side. Although the illustration shows the tangle prevention cap 13 separated from the split ring 23 and other components, two U-shaped grooves 25 may be provided facing each other. This is because a portion of the front eye 8 fits into the groove, allowing the tangle prevention cap to fit further into the lure 2 side of the front eye 8. [Industrial Applicability]

[0068] The tangle-preventing cap of the present invention can be produced and sold industrially and has industrial applicability. [Explanation of symbols]

[0069] 1 Anti-tangle cap for lures 2. Lures 3 Rear eye of the lure 4 Rear eye side split ring 5 Hook side split ring 6 Rear hook 7 Rear hook connection ring 8 Front eye of the lure 9. Lure Eyes 10 Mainline fishing line 11 Gradually increasing thickness lure tangle prevention cap 12(A) Double-axis rotating tool lure side rotating part 12(B) Double-shaft rotating tool rear hook side rotating part 13 Front lure tangle prevention cap 14 blades 15 Rear extension type tangle prevention cap 16. Areas with small inner surface roughness 17 Lure Tangle Prevention Cap Rear Extension 18 Lure tangle prevention cap lure side end 19 Hook end of lure tangle prevention cap 20 artificial caudal fin 20(A) Artificial caudal fin rod-shaped part 20(B) Artificial caudal fin membrane part 21 worms 21(A) Worm attachment part 22 Front Split Ring 23 snaps (openable connectors) 24 Front hook 25 Front anti-tangle cap U-shaped groove J Inner recess K Outer protrusion L Approximately elliptical hole M rectangular hole R Outer recess

Claims

1. A lure tangle prevention cap for a lure, when connected from at least the rear eye of the lure to the connecting ring of a rear hook via at least one or more split rings, or when connected from the front eye of the lure to a fishing line leading to a reel via a split ring and a snap, characterized in that the lure has a versatile hole whose inner diameter gradually decreases toward the rear hook side or the fishing line side of the reel, or whose hole shape is flattened, so that it can be removed and used to cover the above-mentioned portion of another lure of different dimensions within its elastic limit range, for integrally covering at least the split rings attached to the rear eye and the rear eye, or for integrally covering the split rings attached to the front eye and the snap.

2. 2. The lure tangle prevention cap according to claim 1, which is adapted to cover at least the rear eye of the lure, the split rings connected to the rear eye, and the split rings connected to the connecting ring of the rear hook when the rear eye of the lure is connected to the connecting ring of the rear hook only via a plurality of split rings.

3. When a double-axis rotating device is connected to a split ring connected to the rear eye of a lure, the lure tangle prevention cap is configured to cover at least the rear eye of the lure, the split ring connected to the rear eye, and all or part of the lure-side rotating shaft of the double-axis rotating device. P

4. 2. The lure tangle prevention cap according to claim 1, wherein said rubber material is silicone rubber.

5. 2. The lure tangle prevention cap according to claim 1, wherein the cap can be removed by cutting a portion at any position from the rear eye to the split ring or hook.

6. 2. The lure tangle-preventing cap according to claim 1, wherein the surface roughness of a portion of the inner surface of the tangle-preventing cap that contacts the outer surface of the lure is smaller than that of the other portion.

7. 2. The lure tangle prevention cap according to claim 1, which is integrally formed with an artificial tail fin.

8. 2. The lure tangle prevention cap according to claim 1, which has an artificial worm integrally attached thereto.

9. 2. The lure tangle prevention cap according to claim 1, wherein the hole has an inner diameter that gradually decreases toward the rear hook, and the hole has a plurality of circumferential recesses formed at a plurality of locations along its length.

10. 2. The lure tangle-preventing cap according to claim 1, wherein the hole has a substantially rectangular or elliptical shape when the hole is flattened.

11. 2. The lure tangle prevention cap according to claim 1, wherein the thickness of the ring-shaped portion gradually increases from the lure side toward the rear hook side.

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