Patents by Inventor Douglas H. Hermanson

Douglas H. Hermanson 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).

  • Publication number: 20010005954
    Abstract: An improved bottom bouncer system for easily attaching to a fishing line and for reducing accumulation of debris upon the bottom bouncer. The inventive device includes a weight, an elongated upper member secured to the weight, an elongated lower member secured to the weight opposite of the upper member, a clip secured to the distal end of the upper member for securing to the fishing line, and an elongated sleeve secured about the upper member. The clip has a first jaw and a second jaw which are surrounded by a first sleeve and a second sleeve respectively. At least one tension band is positionable about the first jaw and the second jaw for allowing adjustment of the gripping force of the clip about the fishing line. The elongated sleeve provides a reduced resistant and broader surface that directs debris over the weight thereby preventing the debris from accumulating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2001
    Publication date: July 5, 2001
    Inventor: Douglas H. Hermanson