Patents by Inventor Donald W. Heckathorn

Donald W. Heckathorn has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Fishing line weight
    Patent number: 3982350
    Abstract: A device for simply attaching a stone or rock to a fishing line to function as a casting or sinker weight. The device includes a flexible elastic strap capable of encircling a stone or rock and conforming to its peripheral surface. The device further includes means for securing the strap to a fishing line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 1974
    Date of Patent: September 28, 1976
    Inventor: Donald W. Heckathorn
  • Sun shade for an automobile driver
    Patent number: D243002
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 1975
    Date of Patent: January 11, 1977
    Inventor: Donald W. Heckathorn
  • Combined hair dryer and curling iron caddy
    Patent number: D254462
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 1978
    Date of Patent: March 18, 1980
    Inventor: Donald W. Heckathorn