Abstract: An apparatus for the application of a fish-attracting scent or other topical material to fishing lures and other fishing components. This apparatus has a cavity containing an absorbent material into which the scent or other topical material is absorbed, with a cooperating absorbent material attached to a cover. When the cover is in a closed position, any item enclosed between the two absorbent layers is treated with the material absorbed on the layers. A foot pedal mechanism is connected between the body of the apparatus and the cover for raising the cover, preferably to at least ninety degrees from the closed position, to permit full access to the body, and a spring member causes closure of the cover when pressure on the pedal is released. A second cavity within the body permits insertion of weights so that the apparatus will have reduced movement across a support surface when the foot pedal is operated. Alternatively, the body can be fastened to the support surface.

Abstract: An apparatus for the application of a fish-attracting scent or other topical material to fishing lures and other fishing components. This apparatus has a cavity containing an absorbent material into which the scent or other topical material is absorbed, with a cooperating absorbent material attached to a cover. When the cover is in a closed position, any item enclosed between two absorbent layers is treated with the material absorbed on the layers. A foot pedal mechanism is connected between the body of the apparatus and the cover for raising the cover to at least ninety degrees from the closed position to permit full access to the body, and a spring member causes closure of the cover when pressure on the pedal is released. A second cavity within the body permits insertion of weights so that the apparatus will have reduced movement across a support surface when the foot pedal is operated. Alternatively, the body can be fastened to the support surface.

Abstract: A substantially hands-free operated device for coating fishing lures and tackle with a fish attracting scent. A container with a cover which is raised by pressing a foot pedal contains portions of a resilient, absorbent material. The material holds a fish attracting scent absorbed therein, which scent is transferred to fishing tackle placed within the container and the cover closed thereon. A protecting mechanism is provided to prevent the closing of the cover from damaging a fishing line.