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I got a mystery item on the boat I putchased recently. I haven't had success inserting photos
They are picture of the plastic looking telescope that sounds like a kazoo! pics are in th Fan TC alblum

PHIL
 
If it's what I think it is, it's a horn (as in sound producing device - you're supposed to have one on the boat besides your electric horn). Try blowing in that little hole on the side and see if you get a loud low pitch out of it.

We have one similar (not exactly the same, for sure) on our sailboat. It's loud!
 
Well it's simple. It's a high output horn for sports' fans if you Google on the number stamped on the thing (WO 93/09530).

If you Google the patent number you'll find it can also serve as a "Defibrillation patch electrode having conductor-free resilient zone for minimally invasive deployment".

Now then, it is probably a horn. But unless you are 100% sure it is not a something that has been deployed somewhere, whether minimally invasive or not, you might be wise not to blow on the thing.
 
So I guess I shouldn't lisit on Ebay yet? :?: The good news from some of your thoughts is that appears (and smells) as though it has not been used.
the contest goes on. Perhaps I will send it to the winner?
Phil
By the way how do I get the pictures on my post anyone?
 
Well, we didn't get one on either of our boats and I haven't seen it at any boating or sporting goods stores..... It looks like it could have come from a plumbing or swimming pool supply. It's not coming near my mouth :lol: :lol: :lol:

Don

See you at the SBS :thup
 
Well once you get use to the taste it is a geat low tech boating horn. I would have never thought that blowing into that little hole on the side would produce such a loud sound. I have no idea where it came from though. I captain I purchased this horn and boat from was a very practical and knowledgable sailor. Her name is Mary Harper and she was the oldest woman to sail solo across the Atlantic at the age of 80 I believe. If your interested you can view the boat she had cutom made in Nova Scotia at <www.flickr.com> Then do a photo search for "Kuan Yin IV"
Toot Toot.......
 
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OK, here's the patent information:

High acoustic output horn

and here's one in the W/M catalogue:

Orion Blaster Horn

Don't leave home without one!

Probably could somewhat modify the sound coming out by cupping your hands over the open ends, similar to a trumpet.

Maybe we should all get one and bring them to the C-Brat Get Togethers and make up a make-shift band, or have a Bull Moose Calling Contest!

(Still looks like a pump-out adapter fitting, though!)

Joe. :roll: :roll: :roll:
 
Thanks for the patent reference Joe, very interesting. BTW, just how do you come across all this information??? (nope, don't answer that, trade secret... :wink: )
 
The orange plastic item that is pictured above is a Blaster Horn by Orion. It exceeds USCG regulations, is approved by the USCG, and can be heard over a mile away. Produces 120 dB of sound and is orally powered by your lungs. Just blow into the hole on the side of the horn, try gently at first to get used to the loudness of the sound. It is environmentally safe at about $15.00 in major marine supply stores. It does not need any replacement (refill) air canisters at $20.00 each. It never needs electricity and will always work. If the plastic membrane breaks just slip the horn apart and replace the membrane with a piece of sandwich bag plastic. I work part time at a marine supply store and recommend this horn over all others each week.

My boat's name is CHARITY cause that is where all of my money goes.
 
Thanks for the research Joe. :thup That looks like a pretty practical device. A lot better than those little air horns that the top always breaks off of. Next trip to WM one goes in my basket. :wink

Jack
 
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My boat's name is CHARITY cause that is where all of my money goes.
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In my younger days I went to a strip club for some other guy's bachelor party. One the dancers was named CHARITY. Of course when I got home, I could tell my wife I gave all my money to charity that evening. :lol:
 
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Thanks for the patent reference Joe, very interesting. BTW, just how do you come across all this information??? (nope, don't answer that, trade secret... :wink: )
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Steve-

Actually, it's a secret that's worth sharing.

Manufacturers more often than not put patent numbers on their products to let others know that they have patented their product.

If you Google the patent number such as United States Patent 5662064, you get the list of patent references, usually both the full text filed with the patent office as well as a simplified abstract.

Why do this?

The patent description by design is a full explanation of how the device works, explaining over and over the design of the device, how it functions, and what's unique about it, and therefore patentable.

This explanation gives you the knowledge to fix yours or design your own as an alternative. It's especially fun to create your own and try to improve on the original design.

I made a towing rig for our jet ski last summer after reading about such a device on a website. It allows you to tow the jet ski at full speed, and also to back up and maneuver around with the jet ski attached behind the stern of a boat. Their website listed the patent number, and we had no dealer or outlet for the rig in our area. So I built my own from their descriptions and diagrams for about $50 instead of $180. Works like a charm and was fun to put together. I had to make a lot of decisions on what materials to use from those available, but it was an easy project for someone experienced with boat maintainence, repair, and design projects.

Patent research is fun, informative, and a good way to spark your ingenuity in designing boat projects.

So in conclusion, we see that the patent registration process often equals trade secrets revealed! What a gift, huh?

Joe. :thup :teeth
 
Way to Go Joe. Thanks you for another spectacular post. And BTW, we missed you at the SBS and Factory CBGT,

Harvey
SleepyC :moon
 
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