Patents by Inventor Willard Basco

Willard Basco 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).

  • Downrigger for trolling
    Patent number: 4069611
    Abstract: Trolling apparatus including a weighted down line and a bracket adapted to be engaged to the down line at any point thereof, the bracket being capable of receiving lead lines, or having a release assembly for a separate fishing line. Means are provided to hold the fishing line until a predetermined pressure is reached and to release the fishing line without abrasion thereof. Provision is made for a modified form of the invention in which the release assembly is pivotally mounted to provide for upward and downward movement of the fish.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 1977
    Date of Patent: January 24, 1978
    Inventors: Jerry G. Dusich, Willard Basco
  • Trolling downrigger
    Patent number: D247300
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 1977
    Date of Patent: February 21, 1978
    Inventors: Jerry G. Dusich, Willard Basco