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  • Retractable cleat
    Patent number: 4945849
    Abstract: A retractable boat cleat which moves alternately between extended and retracted positions upon alternate depressions of the cleat. A pivotal latch with notched ends cooperates with a specially spaced recess in the cleat and a pair of compression springs to provide the alternate extension and retraction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1989
    Date of Patent: August 7, 1990
    Assignee: Bass Pro Shops, Inc.
    Inventors: John L. Morris, Robert L. Martin