Lure

Abstract

To provide a lure having a configuration that does not degrade a flying distance while suppressing air resistance, and having an enhanced fish-luring effect while securing a design property.SOLUTION: Provided is a lure having a connection tool connecting a fishing line in the outside of a body. The body includes a substantially bullet shaped outer wall part. The outer wall part is formed of an optical transparent material. A molding included in the inside of the lure can be made to have a structure that is novel and original in terms of design with various materials.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a lure.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, fishing has become increasingly popular as one of the outdoor leisure activities. Among them, there is lure fishing, in which a fishing line is connected to a lure that has a hook attached to a pseudo-bait made to resemble a fish.

[0003] A lure is tied to a fishing line wound around a reel attached to a fishing rod. By holding the base end side of the fishing rod in the hand and swinging down the tip of the fishing rod, the lure can be cast by pulling it out against the inertial force of the weight of the lure with the fishing line under the flexing action of the fishing rod.

[0004] As described above, when casting a lure, the weight built into the lure can be said to be one of the elements that produce a predetermined casting distance. Therefore, the position and weight of the weight are considered in the design. However, there is a limit with only the weight element. On the other hand, if a never-before-seen shape is incorporated to pursue designability, there is a risk of having a shape that does not consider air resistance, resulting in the problem that the casting distance does not increase.

[0005] See, for example, Patent Document 1. In this Patent Document 1, for the purpose of giving movement to the lure body and obtaining a high fish-attracting effect, there is proposed a lure comprising a lure body and a plate-like blade attached to the lure body so as to be twistable with respect to the lure body but having rotation restricted, wherein when the blade receives water flow, the blade is configured to twist while its rotation is restricted with respect to the lure body so that yawing occurs in the lure body (see Patent Document 1).

[0006] With this type of lure, when the blade is subjected to water current, its rotation is restricted and it twists relative to the lure body, causing the lure body to yawing. This movement resembles that of a small fish, and because target fish react to this movement, a fish-attracting effect is achieved. Furthermore, because the blade oscillates, the light reflected by the blade's surface becomes irregular, and target fish react to this reflected light, resulting in a fish-attracting effect. [Prior art documents] [Patent Documents]

[0007] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2016-82904 [Overview of the Initiative] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0008] Thus, while this lure claims to attract fish by giving the lure body movement, the external shape of the lure body is not designed with casting distance in mind, and the weight distribution of the lure as a whole does not change the movement of the lure body; it is merely a conventional external shape and does not take design into consideration. In other words, the aforementioned lures cannot be said to have been created under the concepts of 1. having a structure that does not impair the casting distance of the lure, and 2. ensuring design while suppressing air resistance. This invention was proposed to improve upon these problems. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] To improve upon the above problems, the present invention according to claim 1 comprises a lure body having a substantially bullet-shaped outer wall portion and a fishing line attached to its tip, and a lure weight portion inside the body, or a weight adjustment member on the outer wall portion of the body, so that the center of gravity of the lure is located at the rear of the lure. The weight adjustment member is a metal plate provided on the rear end side of the lure body.The lure is characterized in that, before hitting the water, the rear end of the lure faces forward, and after hitting the water, the front end of the lure faces forward in the water.

[0010] With the above configuration, the lure's outer shape is roughly bullet-shaped, which helps to suppress the impact of air resistance on casting distance. In addition, the lure weight balance can be adjusted using the weight adjustment member provided on the outer wall of the main body and the lure weight section inside the main body.

[0011] Also, Claim 1 In the present invention, the weight adjustment member is a metal plate provided on the rear end side of the lure body.

[0012] With the above configuration, the lure weight balance can be adjusted using the lure weight section and the metal plate.

[0013] Claim 2 In the present invention relating to this invention, the weight adjustment member is a metal plate that adjusts the lure weight balance together with the lure weight portion, The invention is characterized by having a blade connected to the aforementioned metal plate.

[0014] According to the above configuration, when casting (holding the base end of the fishing rod and swinging the tip end down), if the lure is thrown off target due to a casting error and hits an obstacle, it acts as a protector to prevent damage to the lure itself.

[0016] With the above configuration, the blade oscillates when the lure is retrieved through the water, giving the lure a unique movement. When the blade oscillates, it can produce a flashing effect due to reflection from sunlight and other light sources, resulting in an effective fish-attracting effect.

[0017] Claim 3In the present invention related thereto, the metal plate adjusts the lure weight balance by selecting the material, which is characterized in that.

[0018] According to the above configuration, the metal plate can adjust the lure weight balance between the lure weight part and the metal plate by selecting the material.

[0019] Claim 4 In the present invention related thereto, the metal plate adjusts the lure weight balance by changing the size, which is characterized in that

[0020] According to the above configuration, the lure weight balance can be adjusted between the lure weight part and the metal plate by changing the size of the metal plate.

[0021] Claim 5 In the present invention related thereto, the lure weight part includes a plurality of weight units, which is characterized in that.

[0022] According to the above configuration, a finer lure weight balance can be adjusted.

[0023] Claim 6 In the present invention related thereto, the outer wall part of the main body is made of a light-transmissive material, which is characterized in that.

[0024] According to the above configuration, by making the outer wall part of the main body of a light-transmissive material, the internal lure weight part can be visually recognized through the outer wall made of the light-transmissive material, and a visual stimulus can be given to fish.

[0025] Claim 7 In the present invention related thereto, the lure weight part includes a shaped object with design characteristics, which is characterized in that.

[0026] According to the above configuration, by placing a sculpted object with aesthetic appeal inside the main body, not only is the design improved, but it also functions as an element of lure weight, making it possible to pursue a design that brings about new movements.

[0027] Claim 8 The present invention is characterized in that the molded object is designed to adjust the lure weight balance together with a metal plate according to its shape.

[0028] According to the above configuration, the center of gravity of the molded object changes depending on its shape, and the lure weight balance can be adjusted together with the metal plate.

[0029] Claim 9 The present invention is characterized in that the molded object is designed to adjust the lure weight balance together with a metal plate according to the material composition.

[0030] According to the above configuration, the weight can be adjusted depending on the material composition, causing the center of gravity of the molded object to change, and the lure weight balance can be adjusted together with the metal plate.

[0031] Furthermore, 10 The present invention is characterized in that the molded object contains a phosphorescent material.

[0032] According to the above configuration, fish can be stimulated by light even at night, further enhancing the fish-attracting effect. [Effects of the Invention]

[0033] According to the present invention, the lure's casting distance is not compromised, its bullet-shaped external form suppresses air resistance while also considering weight distribution, the body is formed from a light-transmitting material, and an aesthetically pleasing structure is placed inside to create a unique design, and furthermore, by using phosphorescent material for the structure, it is possible to provide visual stimulation to fish and enhance the fish-attracting effect. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0034] [Figure 1] This is an external perspective view showing a first embodiment of the lure according to the present invention. [Figure 2] Figure 1 is a side view of the lure. [Figure 3] Figure 1 shows (a) a view from the front end of the lure and (b) a view from the rear end of the lure. [Figure 4] This is an external perspective view showing a second embodiment of the lure according to the present invention. [Figure 5] Figure 4 is a side view of the lure. [Figure 6] Figure 4 is an external perspective view illustrating an example of a decorative object placed inside the body of the lure shown in Figure 4. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0035] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. However, unless otherwise specifically stated, the dimensions, materials, shapes, relative arrangements, etc., of the components described in these embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention, but are merely illustrative examples.

[0036] (First embodiment) Figure 1 shows a first embodiment of the lure according to the present invention. The lure 1 shown in Figure 1 has a body 2 that is roughly bullet-shaped. The body 2 is made from, for example, a well-known resin material (e.g., polypropylene, ABS resin) by injection molding. This body 2 has a pointed tip 2t and a cylindrical part 2ct. A connector 3 for attaching a fishing line is provided on the 2t side of the pointed tip. Furthermore, the cylindrical section 2ct has a cylindrical appearance, and a metal plate 4 is attached to its rear end as a weight adjustment member. A blade 5 made of a metal plate with a metallic surface luster is connected to this metal plate 4 via a connector 6. Furthermore, hooks H, H are connected to the cylindrical portion 2ct via connectors 7, 7 near the tip 2t and near the metal plate 4 at the bottom, along the longitudinal direction. The body 2 of lure 1 contains a lure weight section and a molded object (described later) that serve as the weight element.

[0037] Next, I will explain the metal plate 4 attached to the bottom of the cylindrical part 2ct of the main body 2. The metal plate 4 can be made of various metals, including brass (for example, iron, lead, tungsten, stainless steel). Furthermore, by changing the size of the metal plate 4, the lure weight balance between the lure weight section and the metal plate 4 can be adjusted.

[0038] For example, using brass as the standard for the metal plate 4 used in this lure 1 (20mm in diameter, 1mm thick, and weighing approximately 2.55g), the lure's weight balance can be adjusted by changing the metal of the metal plate 4 to other materials such as iron, lead, tungsten, or stainless steel, or by changing the thickness and diameter of the metal plate 4. For example, by changing the thickness of the brass plate by 1mm, approximately 5.1g of weight can be distributed to the rear end of the body 2 of the lure 1.

[0039] In the lure 1 constructed as described above, the fishing line wound on a reel attached to a fishing rod is tied to the connector 3 with a sharp tip 2t, and by holding the base end of the fishing rod in one's hand and swinging the tip end of the fishing rod downwards, the lure 1 can be launched by pulling it out with the fishing line against the inertial force of the lure weight part of the lure 1 under the action of the bending of the fishing rod.

[0040] Initially, lure 1 is pulled in the casting direction by the pointed tip 2t of the main body 2 to which the fishing line is attached. As it flies in the casting direction, the force of flight in that direction eventually diminishes, causing lure 1 to stall. Since the lure body 2 is designed so that the weight is applied to the rear end side (Figure 3(b)) where the metal plate 4 is located, lure body 2 descends due to gravity with its rear end facing downwards, and eventually lands on the water surface with its rear end facing downwards.

[0041] Furthermore, if the operation of holding the base end of the fishing rod and swinging the tip end downward is not performed correctly, not only will it be impossible to cast the lure 1 to the desired point, but it may also fall onto an obstacle such as a rock or concrete block. Even in such a case, the lure body 2 will be protected because it will hit the rock with the metal plate 4 at the rear end.

[0042] When lure 1 is dragged through the water by manipulating a fishing rod, the water flow from the pointed tip 2t of the main body 2 through the cylindrical section 2ct becomes turbulent behind the rear end. This turbulence causes the blade 5 connected to the rear end to oscillate, thereby giving the lure body 2 a unique movement. When blade 5 oscillates, sunlight and other light sources are reflected irregularly, creating a flashing effect that effectively attracts fish.

[0043] (Second example) Next, Figures 4 and 5 show the lure 10 according to the second embodiment. The lure 10 shown in Figure 4 has a body 11 that is roughly bullet-shaped, similar to the lure 1 according to the first embodiment. The outer wall portion of the main body 11 is made of a light-transmitting material. For example, ABS resin can be used as the light-transmitting material. This light-transmitting material forms the cylindrical portion 11ct from the pointed tip portion 11t of the main body 11. At the rear end of the cylindrical section 11ct, a metal plate 4 is attached to the bottom, and a blade 5 made of a thin metal plate is connected to the metal plate 4.

[0044] Furthermore, within the internal space of the lure 10, from the tip 11t to the cylindrical part 11ct of the main body 11, a lure weight section 20 that serves as a weight element and a sculpted object 30 that has been constructed as a uniquely designed structure to enhance its aesthetic appeal are arranged.

[0045] The lure weight section 20 is composed of multiple individual weights W1, W2, W3, and W4. Each individual weight W1 to W4 is, for example, a spherical metal body, and can be made of iron or lead. Selecting the appropriate material contributes to adjusting the weight balance.

[0046] Next, an example of the fabricated object 30 is shown in Figure 6, and will be explained below. The molded object 30 has a structure that mimics, for example, the skeleton of a fish (head 30h, body 30b). It is made from resin or metal materials (iron, lead, tungsten, stainless steel). In this case, not only can the materials be used individually, but combinations of different materials are also possible. Furthermore, such molded objects 30 are created, for example, by injection molding. By selecting the material, objects of various weights can be obtained.

[0047] Furthermore, since the molded object 30 can be visibly positioned inside the main body 11, which is made of a light-transmitting material and has a sharp-shaped tip 11t and a cylindrical part 11ct, the molded object 30 can be designed with complete freedom of thought. Therefore, such a lure body 11 can suppress the negative impact of air resistance on casting distance.

[0048] Thus, the fish skeleton-like structure 30, placed inside the main body 11 made of light-transmitting material, is visible, and the fish may mistake the structure 30 for small bait, thus attracting fish.

[0049] When ambient light enters the molded object 30 through the light-transmitting body 11, irregular reflected light is emitted from the metallic surface of the created object 30, providing visual stimulation to fish and producing a fish-attracting effect.

[0050] As described above, with a lure 10 that has a decorative object 30 placed inside the main body 11, not only is the design improved, but the object 30 also functions as an element of the lure's weight, making it possible to pursue a design that brings about new lure characteristics.

[0051] For example, the center of gravity of the molded object 30 varies depending on its shape. Furthermore, the center of gravity of the molded object 30 also varies depending on the material used. Based on these considerations, the following attempts can be considered.

[0052] Attempt 1 a. The shape (cross-sectional area) of the molded object 30 shall be such that the front part is large and tapers towards the rear part. Alternatively, b. As a material, the front part of the object 30 is made using metal. By incorporating the created molded object 30 into the main body, the lure's center of gravity shifts forward, reducing casting distance. However, it becomes a lure that sinks easily after hitting the water and has a relatively good start to its lure movement.

[0053] Attempt 2 a. The shape (cross-sectional area) of the molded object 30 shall be such that the rear part is large and tapers towards the front part. Alternatively, b. As a material, the rear portion of the object 30 is made using metal. This shifts the lure's center of gravity to the rear, stabilizing its flight posture during casting and increasing casting distance. It also makes the lure more likely to float after hitting the water.

[0054] Attempt 3 a. The shape (cross-sectional area) of the molded object 30 is such that the front part is large, the middle part is small, and the rear part is larger in comparison to the front part. This tends to result in a longer distance remaining in the water after the lure has been moved and sunk, compared to simply placing weight only on the rear section.

[0055] Based on the above trials, we can expect to develop a new lure with a well-balanced weight and unique characteristics. For example, relatively small lures can be effective when fish activity is low due to the season or time of day, when there are many baitfish in the environment, or when fish become wary (become accustomed to the lure and more cautious). On the other hand, small lures are lighter in weight and more susceptible to wind during casting, making them less effective at achieving long casting distances. However, lures designed with consideration for the center of gravity through their material and shape can mitigate the effects of wind and reduce casting distance.

[0056] The lures according to the present invention have been described above with reference to Lure 1 according to the first embodiment and Lure 10 according to the second embodiment. In these embodiments, the weight balance is adjusted by the lure weight section 20 and the metal plate 4 attached to the bottom of the cylindrical section 2ct of the main body 2. However, the metal plate 4 may be placed at either the tip section 2t or the cylindrical section 2ct of the main body 2. By doing so, the weight balance can be further changed, which affects the casting distance and gives the lure a unique behavior when retrieved in the water.

[0057] Furthermore, in the lure 10 according to the second embodiment, the lure weight section 20 is composed of multiple individual weights W1, W2, W3, and W4, and since the individual weights W1 to W4 can be made of iron or lead, it is possible to contribute to more precise adjustment of the lure weight balance. Furthermore, since the structure 30 can have a novel and original design, it is possible to create structures such as diamond cuts, which are said to have a high flashing effect. Furthermore, if, for example, phosphorescent material is used for the molded object 30, it can absorb light energy from sunlight, artificial light, etc., and emit light for a certain period of time, which can attract fish in the surrounding area during dawn and dusk. [Industrial applicability]

[0058] As a lure, in addition to adopting a streamlined shape such as that of a bullet to suppress the reduction of flight distance due to air resistance, if wing members that provide water flow resistance are added to the outer circumference of the main body, it is possible to change the lure's cruising range when retrieving it underwater and give the lure even more unique behavior. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0059] 1. 10 lures 2.11 Main unit 2t, 11t tip 2ct, 11ct tubular section 3, 6, 7 Connectors 4 Metal plate 5 blades 20 Lure weight section 30 Sculptures 30h head 30b Torso H hook W1~W4 Weights (individual)

Claims

1. The lure body has an outer wall that is roughly bullet-shaped, and a fishing line is tied to the tip. To ensure the center of gravity of the lure is located at the rear of the lure, a lure weight section is provided inside the lure body, or a weight adjustment member is provided on the outer wall of the lure body. Equipped with, The weight adjustment member is a metal plate provided on the rear end side of the lure body. Before hitting the water, the rear end of the lure faces forward. After hitting the water, the tip of the lure faces forward in the water. A lure characterized by the following features.

2. The weight adjustment member is a metal plate that adjusts the lure weight balance together with the lure weight portion, The lure according to claim 1, characterized in that a blade is connected to the metal plate.

3. The lure according to claim 2, characterized in that the metal plate adjusts the lure weight balance by selecting the material.

4. The lure according to claim 3, characterized in that the metal plate is used to adjust the lure weight balance by changing its size.

5. The lure according to claim 1, characterized in that the lure weight section includes a plurality of individual weights.

6. The lure according to claim 1, characterized in that the outer wall portion of the lure body is made of a light-transmitting material.

7. The lure according to claim 1, characterized in that the lure weight portion includes a sculpted object that has been given an aesthetic design.

8. The lure according to claim 7, characterized in that the molded object is configured to adjust the lure weight balance together with a metal plate according to its shape.

9. The lure according to claim 7, characterized in that the molded object is configured to adjust the lure weight balance together with a metal plate according to the material composition.

10. The lure according to claim 7, characterized in that the molded object contains phosphorescent material.

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