The present invention relates generally to fishing lures, and more particularly pertains to a new class of fishing lures adapted to radiate light as they are trolled through the water.
In the age old contest between man and fish, known affectionately to a few as fishing, the fish has often emerged the victor swimming sway nonchalantly while the dejected fisherman left empty handed. This protracted battle has been fought on many grounds with man occasionally winning a skirmish here or there with the introduction of new and more effective fishing equipment which reflected the latest technological advances of society. The present invention relates to one of those inroads against the so-far victorious fish, and might result in a major victory for mankind. More particularly, the present invention relates to a new and improved fishing lure which should enable diligent fishermen to spar more effectively with the enemy.
It is generally believed, and occasionally proved to be true, that fish are either more ravenously hungry or more careless at dawn, dusk, and throughout the nocturnal hours, Further, even during diurnal hours many fish prefer the darkness of the deep six. This darkness may take the form of a deep spot in the water or may be a section of the water from which light is blocked as by lily pads or seaweed. The present invention was conceived to take advantage of the aforementioned nature of fish, and more particularly was designed particularly for use during dawn, dusk, and nocturnal hours. Although it should be borne in mind that a lure embodying the teachings of this invention might also be very effective during the daytime and particularly in darkened waters.