Anchoring device for securing boats to shore
A visually appealing anchoring device that provides an effective means of securing a boat to a shoreline. Also could be used as an anchor for a tent when camping near the shore of a body of water. The device consists of a “T”-shaped assembly measuring approximately 24 inches long made of hardened steel. The unit would consist of a cross member providing the gripping area used to turn the anchor into the ground or sand. The bottom end of the unit would include a spike or point that allows for quick and easy insertion into the ground. Above the spike would be a split, spiral-shaped plate providing stability in the ground after insertion. The device would provide boaters with a convenient way to anchor their boats to shorelines when no docks are available. The device is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts as it can also be used to anchor tents. The unit has a small and compact design allowing for easy transport and storage.
Claims
The ornamental design for an anchoring device for securing boats to shore, as shown.
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Type: Grant
Filed: Jun 9, 2005
Date of Patent: Jul 10, 2007
Inventor: Robert W. Noethe (Blue Mounds, WI)
Primary Examiner: Holly H. Baynham
Assistant Examiner: Sheryl Friedman
Application Number: 29/231,686