Device and method for removable utensil that attaches to handle of variable sizes

Abstract

An open fire cooking utensil attachment configured to be attached to a handle for easy attaching and removal. The utensil is made of wire or similar material to a handle that can vary in diameter and length. The open fire cooking utensil device affords a utensil that generally requires a long handle, the ability to be easily attached and removed from the handle so that it is easy to store, carry, and clean. The open fire cooking utensil attaches to a handle of various diameters and lengths to fit the specific needs of the user and the handle materials available.

Claims

1. An open fire cooking utensil configured to be attached to a handle comprising: a wire cooking utensil attachment including an aperture configured to receive said handle and three handle retention portions adapted to retain said handle in said wire cooking utensil attachment by pressure; wherein a first of said three handle retention portions is spaced a first distance from said aperture and both a second and a third of said three handle retention portions are spaced a second distance from said aperture; wherein the wire cooking utensil attachment further comprises fork times, a spear or a frog gig for piercing food items and cooking said food items over an open flame.

2. A removable spearhead utensil configured to be attached to a handle comprising: a wire utensil attachment including an aperture configured to receive said handle and three handle retention portions adapted to retain said head in said wire utensil attachment including an aperture configured to receive said handle and three handle retention portions adapted to retain said handle in said wire utensil attachment by pressure; wherein a first of said three handle retention portions is spaced a first distance from said aperture and both a second and a third of said three handle retention portions are spaced a second distance from said aperture; wherein the wire utensil attachment further comprises includes a spear or frog gig for hunting and/or fishing.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

(1) The invention will be described in more detail below, with reference to the included schematic drawings that show examples of the currently preferred embodiments of the invention.

(2) FIG. 1 shows one illustrative embodiment of a removable roasting fork utilizing the attachment method in accordance with the present invention.

(3) FIG. 2 shows one illustrative embodiment of a removable spearhead for fishing utilizing the attachment method in accordance with the present invention.

(4) FIG. 3A is a side view of one illustrative embodiment of a removable roasting fork utilizing the attachment method in accordance with the present invention

(5) FIG. 3B is a top view of one illustrative embodiment of a removable roasting fork in accordance with this invention

(6) FIG. 3C is a side view of one illustrative embodiment of a removable roasting fork in accordance with this invention

(7) FIG. 3D is a front view of one illustrative embodiment of a removable roasting fork in accordance with this invention

(8) FIG. 4 shows one illustrative embodiment of a removable roasting fork with a handle attached utilizing the method in accordance with the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

(9) Referring now in detail to the drawings, wherein reference numerals designate parts to the embodiment of FIG. 1, there is seen one illustrative embodiment of a removable roasting fork utilizing the attachment method in accordance with the present invention. 1 is the bottom of the attachment device and is depicted in a spherical shape although other geometric shapes could be used. 1 forms the first two pressure points on the handle. 2 depicts the middle hooking section which is shown with a rounded shape but could also be made to be more angular. 2 forms the third pressure point on the handle. 3 depicts the optional forth pressure points that can be used to hold the handle more securely. 4 depicts the twisting of the wire to form a bonding of the wire together and also forms the stem of the utensil. 4 could also be accomplished in other ways such as welding or crimping a band around the wires. 5 depicts the top of the utensil presently shaped to form the tines of an open fire roasting fork. 5 could also be shaped to form other utensils.

(10) Referring to the drawing FIG. 1. To attach a handle to the device; the handle is inserted into the geometric shape at the bottom of the device 1. Handle should be inserted to a depth equal to one half the length of the device or greater. Device is then pressed towards the handle until the geometric shape 2 is on the opposite side of the handle. Device is then slid sideways to hook securely onto the handle forming the third pressure point. If the insertion of the handle is measured appropriately the forth pressure points 3 can be utilized to provide even greater holding strength.

(11) This invention can be made to nearly any size desired. The following description describes how one embodiment can be made utilizing a 20 inch length of stainless steel wire or similar material. At the midpoint of the length of wire it is bent into a geometric shape such as a circle with a diameter of 0.5 inches. The wire is continued to be bent until it overlaps 50% of the geometric shape. Wire is then bent 180 degrees on both sides of the geometric shape. The right side wire is bent inwards at a 45 degree angle at a point equal to the top of the geometric shape. One quarter of an inch before the right wire meets the left wire, it is bent into one half of a geometric shape, such as a circle with a diameter of 0.5 inches. The right wire is then bent 180 degrees to be parallel to the left wire. At a point equal to the top of the second geometric shape both left and right wires are bent inwards at a 45 degree angle. At a point 0.5 inches from last bend on both wire ends a bend should be made at 45 degrees inward. At a point 0.25 inches from last bend both wire ends are bent 90 degrees outward. At a point 0.25 inches from last bend on both wire ends a bend is made at 45 degrees inward. At the point where both wire ends cross they are twisted around each other 4 times. Both wire ends are then bent at an 80 degree angle away from the twist. At a point 1 inch from last bend, both wire ends are bent inward at a 70 degree angle to be parallel with each other. Both wire ends are then cut to a length of 1.5 inch from last bend. The lengths, angles, and instructions described are for descriptive purposes only, and are not to be considered exact or limiting.

(12) This invention having been described in its presently contemplated best mode, it is clear that it is susceptible to numerous, variations, modifications, modes and embodiments within the ability of those skilled in the art and without departing from the true spirit and scope of the novel concepts or principles of this invention. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. It should be understood that the preferred embodiment has been shown and described and that all changes and modifications that come within the spirit of the invention are desired to be protected. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. As such, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the conception, upon which this disclosure is based, may readily be utilized as a basis for the designing of other structures, methods and devices for carrying out the several purposes of the present invention. It is important, therefore, that the claims be regarded as including such equivalent constructions insofar as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention.