Patents by Inventor Anthony Benishek

Anthony Benishek 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).

  • WEIGHTED LARIAT
    Publication number: 20070272168
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a weighted lariat that improves ropers' chances of catching animals at which the lariat is thrown, particularly in competitive roping events. Weight is added to the tip of the loop by covering a portion of the loop with an elastomer such as natural rubber, synthetic rubber, and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2007
    Publication date: November 29, 2007
    Inventors: Sandy Stephens, Anthony Benishek
  • WEIGHTED LARIAT
    Publication number: 20070089689
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a weighted lariat that improves ropers' chances of catching animals at which the lariat is thrown, particularly in competitive roping events. Weight is added to the tip of the loop by covering a portion of the loop with shrink-wrap tubing. Additionally, elongated, malleable metal wires of variable length can be laid in the groove of between the strands of the lariat thereby adding still more weight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2006
    Publication date: April 26, 2007
    Inventors: Sandy Stephens, Anthony Benishek