Patents by Inventor Michael L. Zirbes

Michael L. Zirbes 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 reel cover
    Patent number: 5956885
    Abstract: A generally cylindrical, reusable fishing reel cover of clam-shell design operable in the open position to allow the cover to be positioned around a fishing reel while the reel is still attached to a fishing rod, and operable in the closed position to completely surround the reel while allowing the crank and any attached fishing line to pass through the cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 28, 1999
    Inventor: Michael L. Zirbes