Archive for November, 2008

Should I Patent My Widget for the Boat Industry?

Let’s just imagine that you have been recently slaving away in your very cool, very modern version of Geppetto’s work shop and you’ve come up with something that is every bit as nifty as Pinnochio… only your cool thing is a truly innovative doo-dad for the boating industry.

Suddenly, the heady rush of riches and fame come charging through your brain and it hits you like a huge exlosion! “My GOD! I need to get this thing patented before someone finds out about it and swipes my wonderfully inspired effort.”

Well, hold on just one minute there, Pilgrim. Perhaps you better give this article a full read before you rush off to the nearest Legal Office where they practice Intellectual Property Law.

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Posted: November 13th, 2008 under Editorial - Opinion.
Comments: 13

Alinghi Sailing Knife by Wenger

“That’s one serious sailing tool!”

 

That was the first thing out the mouth of my boating friend when he got a good look at the new, Alinghi knife by Wenger, makers of the genuine Swiss Army Knife.
Indeed it is.
The Alinghi knife is a heavy-duty combo knife/tool designed specifically for the needs of the sailing sportsman. Of course, it will also hold itself well for power boaters, but there are very dialed-in tool selections that cater to sailing.
 

Posted: November 6th, 2008 under Boater's Gear Review.
Comments: none