Patents by Inventor Ronald C. Keller

Ronald C. Keller 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).

  • Method of constructing a fishing lure blade and blade constucted thereby
    Patent number: 4962610
    Abstract: A method of constructing a fishing lure blade having a special kicker, and a blade made according to the method. A blade body is inserted at one end into a groove in a special tool and is then bent such that a flap is formed about a bend line determined by the groove depth. The flap is folded over completely and the folded over end of the blade is then inserted into a slot in another tool. The blade is then bent against a 45.degree. inclined surface to form a double thickness lip that is oriented at 45.degree. to the blade body. Finally, the flap is pressed against a flat tool surface until its tip is in line with the opposite edges of the blade body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 16, 1990
    Assignee: Bass Pro Shops, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard J. Bleam, Ronald C. Keller, David N. Keller