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Old 02-01-2005, 01:11 PM   #10
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So...one can copy an exact replica of lets say a hopkins or castmaster or any of the gazillion tins out there and re-sell it under ones own creation?
Yes, and the original company can probably sue your arse off too. Taking a lure off a shelf, making a mold of it, then selling it under your own name is illegal. The problem is proving it in court. How much of a modification makes it a new lure Some of this will also depend on whether the original company got a patent on the design or not. Make a few for your own use, I doubt anyone will say anything. Start stocking Wally world with your stuff, some will get

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