Theft Or Loss Resistant Patents (Class 150/134)
  • Patent number: 11337498
    Abstract: The disclosure includes a wallet comprising an open-sided shell, a flexible member coupled to the open-sided shell, and an elastic band coupled to the flexible member. The flexible member may comprise an internal surface and an external surface located opposite the internal surface. In some embodiments, the open-sided shell is coupled to the internal surface. The wallet may be configured to move between open, closed, and clamshell positions. In the clamshell position, the elastic band may be configured to wrap around an external surface of the flexible member, thereby holding the wallet shut.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2022
    Assignee: Dango Products, LLC
    Inventors: Thuan Tran, Charlie Carroll, Binh Tran
  • Patent number: 11259971
    Abstract: The present invention relates in general to portable first aid kits and, in particular, to a low profile first aid kit that is adaptable for a quick release from a carrier and can be easily stored and carried by a person. The design of the disclosed release system allows for the first aid kit to be released with one hand from a carrier with mounting capabilities. Additionally, the medical kit includes a dual purpose carrier strap that can either be wound around the first aid kit and operable to torque the kit for storage purposes when in the closed position, or used to carry the kit in the open position until it can be secured and subsequently stored.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2022
    Assignee: Edge-Works Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Scott V. Evans, David Pomeroy, Jesse Lockhart
  • Patent number: 11044955
    Abstract: A sport garment cellphone case apparatus for securing and waterproofing a cellphone for use in sports includes a sport garment being configured to be worn by a user while performing an activity. A case holder is coupled to the sport garment and comprises a plurality of L-shaped corners. Each of the corners has a sidewall extending from a breast of the sport garment and a front wall perpendicularly extending from the sidewall. A tether is coupled to the sport garment. The tether has a proximal end coupled to the breast of the sport garment between the corners of the case holder and a distal end. A case is coupled to the tether and comprises a case back coupled to the distal end and a case front coupled to the case back. The case front is selectively engageable with the case back and is configured to sealingly contain a cellphone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Inventor: Marckus Williams
  • Patent number: 10932501
    Abstract: A removable pouch assembly for attaching a storage pouch to the back of a sports bra.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Inventor: Kristina Jo Powell
  • Patent number: 10743628
    Abstract: A combination mount and wallet for a cellular phone removably mounts the cellular phone to a dashboard of a vehicle, and removably receives one or more credit cards, driver's license, etc. A base is affixed to the dashboard of the vehicle. A mount plate is carried by the base on an articulated joint, such as a ball-and-socket joint. The mount plate has a hook portion of a hook-and-loop type fastener. A card or wallet is affixed to the cellular phone. The card or wallet has a loop portion of the hook-an-loop type fastener. Thus, the card or wallet can be removably affixed to the mount plate, and thus the dashboard via the hook-and-loop type fastener. In addition, the wallet forms a pocket with the cellular phone to receive the one or more credit cards, driver's license, etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: Handstand Promo, LLC
    Inventor: Stefan Leimer
  • Patent number: 9762281
    Abstract: A pouch for a tablet computer includes a first panel and a second panel attached to the first panel along a lower pouch end, where the pouch is operable between open and closed pouch positions. In the closed pouch position the second panel aligns with the first panel and defines a pouch compartment sized to hold a tablet computer. A closure is installed between the first panel and the second panel. A quantity of padding is disposed on an inside face of the first panel and defines a retractor recess. A retractor pocket is defined within the retractor recess and has a retractor cable opening. A retractor is disposed in the retractor pocket and has a retractor cable operable through the retractor cable opening between a retracted position and an extended position. A connector on the distal cable end is constructed for attachment to the tablet computer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2017
    Inventors: Darrell A. Moreau, Andre W. Moreau, Reginald J. Moreau
  • Patent number: 9648931
    Abstract: A non-folding wallet has a front wall, a rear wall and four side edges. Three of the side edges are closed and the fourth is open to provide access to a compartment defined between the front and rear walls. The rear wall defines a rear wall opening. A securing strap is attached at a top edge and a bottom edge to the front wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2017
    Inventors: Robert Sha, David Sha
  • Patent number: 8863793
    Abstract: The current invention comprises a mechanical enclosure capable of unifying a plurality of individual personal organization devices into one interchangeable platform. The apparatus maintains high spatial efficiency by use of materials and geometry allowing miscellaneous items to be carried in single compact space, while also allowing for convenient attachment and removal of modular elements for a variety of applications and uses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Inventor: Micah Black
  • Patent number: 8782855
    Abstract: A system and a device for anti-thief protection, especially for open pockets of trousers, bags and the like, includes a mobile protection strip element (1) to be applied on the pockets hooks (12). The aim is attained by superposing the strip (1) on the pocket (T) and blocking the strip (1) using a plurality of hooks (12) in the form of clips located in the lower part (5) of the strip (1), the strip (1) supported by support elements (G), located in the upper part (2) thereof, which insert or hook in the zone overlying the pocket (T) to be protected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Inventor: Sebastiano Paolo Lampignano
  • Patent number: 8726953
    Abstract: A device for extracting a card such as a credit card from a wallet. The device may comprise a pulling hook formed from relatively thin material, a handle for grasping, and a strap connecting the handle to the pulling hook. The handle may be configured as a T-handle. The strap may bear adhesive to discourage the card from sliding along the length of the strap. The device may have a pushing hook opening in a direction opposite that of the pulling hook, such that the card may be inserted between and engage the pushing hook and the pulling hook and be entrapped therebetween. The hook may have sufficient overall length to project outside a pocket into which the card has been stored and in which the card is fully contained.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Kathie Paulsen
  • Patent number: 8726952
    Abstract: A wallet for a handheld device includes a base having a front and a back, an elastic pocket fixed to the front of the base, an adhesive on the back of the flexible base, and an adhesive backing over the adhesive. The elastic pocket is stretchable to accommodate multiple cards and folded bills. The elastic pocket is made of a different material than the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventors: Sunder G. Jambunathan, Kumar G. Jambunathan
  • Publication number: 20140060713
    Abstract: A personal article carrier is provided having a shoulder-slung configuration that is adapted to support various travel items and personally information, whereby the holder is adapted to be concealed within a user's clothing and close to the user's chest for security. The holder comprises a two-sided pouch having internal surfaces adorned with various article holders and supports, while the two sides align with one another and are securable along a zip fastener line of connection. When opened, the pouch sides are hingedly attached to allow a user to access and retrieve items, whereafter the zip fastener closure and an outer strap secure the pouch in a closed position. Disposed within the pouch interior surfaces are currency pouches, utility article retainers, writing tool holders, identification card holders, and other assorted supports. An internal security cover is further disposed within the pouch for shrouding one side of the pouch for added security.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2013
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Inventor: Jack Leonard Barrow, JR.
  • Publication number: 20130248064
    Abstract: A detachable, durable mini purse/storage pocket is disclosed that provides a discreet and secure storage pouch for women to carry small items in their brassieres. The detachable storage pocket is designed for attaching outside of or inserting into the cup portion or cleavage area of a brassiere, and comprises a piece of material folded end-to-end to form a front panel and a back panel. The front panel and the back panel are secured together at their side edges to form a generally flat pocket having an open top. The detachable storage pocket further comprises a protective, flexible layer to block electronic ions or rays, and a perspiration liner to protect the storage pocket's contents from moisture, both secured within an interior of the storage pocket. Furthermore, the detachable storage pocket comprises an adjustable strap and/or a clip for securing the storage pocket on the exterior or interior of the brassiere.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Inventor: Deanna Dockman
  • Patent number: 8511508
    Abstract: A case for eyeglasses or other articles includes a pair of catches with each catch mounted to an opposite side of the case near its upper end. Elongate, flexible latches are also mounted on opposite sides of the case in cooperative alignment with the respective catches. Each latch includes a base secured to the case and a pocket-gripping member at its distal free end. Each latch is inherently biased outwardly from the case so that the pocket-gripping members engage opposite sides of a shirt or blouse pocket interior when the invention is in use, preventing the case from falling from the pocket when a user bends over. The latches are manually squeezed when in their deployed configuration to place them into their stored, catch-engaging configuration. The latches are manually removed from the catches to deploy them into their pocket-engaging configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2013
    Inventor: George M. Glover
  • Publication number: 20110146857
    Abstract: A personal artifact tethering device includes a casing having an open wrist-receiving area for allowing the casing to be worn as a bracelet on a person's wrist, the casing having an enclosed interior area. A reel is positioned inside the enclosed interior area and is movable between retracted and extended configurations. A spring connects the spring and casing and biases the reel to the retracted configuration. The tethering device includes a flexible tether having a first end coupled to the reel and a second end coupled to a hook, the tether passing through the enclosed interior area of the casing such that at least a portion of the hook is always outside the enclosed interior area, relatively less of the flexible tether being outside the enclosed interior area of the casing when the reel is at the retracted configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2009
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Inventor: Ellen B. Triggiani
  • Patent number: 7921890
    Abstract: A credit card case mainly has a case body and two self-restoring parts disposed within the case body. The case body is formed with an inlet disposed at one end thereof and has two nicks disposed respectively at the upper and lower ends of the inlet. Each of the two self-restoring parts has a locking point disposed at the end thereof that is near the inlet. By means of such a structure, the credit card can push the locking points toward the side ends of the inlet after being placed into the case body till it is fully contained in the containing space within the case body, and the self-restoring parts can be restored elastically and thus lock the edges of the credit card with the locking points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Inventor: Wei-Teh Ho
  • Patent number: 7779766
    Abstract: This invention consists of a casing designed to appear like a purse or wallet. The casing also has a flap with a stud, an accompanying clasp, and a pressurized dye packet. It may also include false coins, currency and credit cards, and miscellaneous compartments, pockets and slits. To use this invention, a person simply places the casing into his or her pocket or carries the casing like a purse. If a thief steals the casing, the dye packet automatically discharges when the flap is opened separating the stud from the clasp. The indelible red dye marks the thief's body and/or clothing for later identification.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2010
    Inventor: Joseph Mullen
  • Patent number: 7750807
    Abstract: A mobile communication device is provided herein. The mobile communication device includes a touch unit for generating a trigger signal when detecting a touch, a controller for generating an audible alarm in response to the trigger signal, and a transceiver for communicating wirelessly with an anti-theft device. The audible alarm, transmitted to the anti-theft device via the transceiver, is for enabling the anti-theft device to output a first alarm. An anti-theft system and method are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2010
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Yong-Jun Deng, De-Zhi Li, Bing Li, Shih-Fang Wong
  • Publication number: 20100078100
    Abstract: Embodiments of an appendage wallet having a variety of configurations to contain papers, currency, and small devices that are readably attachable and detachable from a region of a body appendage hidden beneath body clothing. Embodiments include vapor-blocking layers interposed between leather and other multi-layered constructions configured to restrict water vapor reaching wallet compartments storing currency, important documents, or water sensitive devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2009
    Publication date: April 1, 2010
    Inventor: John A. Orton
  • Patent number: 7571752
    Abstract: A security wallet insert for thwarting loss of credit cards includes a carrying case which is installed in a foldable wallet, the insert having pockets for holding individual credit cards, and a movable member which must be extended relative to the insert to allow a card to be removed from a pocket, the extended movable member uncovering a “replace credit card” message and making it difficult to close the wallet and thereby impractical to return it to a pocket or purse. A spring activated by removal of a card from a pocket prevents the extended movable member from being returned to a closed non-obstructing position unless the spring is depressed, thus providing a positive reminder that a credit card must be returned to the wallet after the user has made a transaction, and thereby minimizing the probability that the card will be inadvertently left at a place of use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2009
    Inventor: David G. Donohoe
  • Publication number: 20090114320
    Abstract: A personal security wallet comprising a flashbulb, such as, for exemplary purposes only, a xenon flashtube, contained on the front of the wallet within a window covered by a concentrating lens; a charge storage mechanism within the wallet spine, such as, for exemplary purposes only, a capacitor, wherein the charge storage mechanism is in electrical communication with the flashbulb; an activation switch on the back of the wallet in communication with the charge storage mechanism; a disabling switch inside the wallet in electrical communication between the charge storage mechanism; and an energy source within the wallet spine, wherein the energy source comprises a battery.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2007
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Inventor: Jesse Flood
  • Publication number: 20070295431
    Abstract: This invention consists of a casing designed to appear like a purse or wallet. The casing also has a flap with a stud, an accompanying clasp, and a pressurized dye packet. It may also include false coins, currency and credit cards, and miscellaneous compartments, pockets and slits. To use this invention, a person simply places the casing into his or her pocket or carries the casing like a purse. If a thief steals the casing, the dye packet automatically discharges when the flap is opened separating the stud from the clasp. The indelible red dye marks the thief's body and/or clothing for later identification.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2006
    Publication date: December 27, 2007
    Inventor: Joseph Mullen
  • Patent number: 6925691
    Abstract: An ergonomic, non-recoiling belt worn lower abdominal pouch stays securely in place without bouncing and recoiling, and is secure from theft. The lower abdominal pouch includes a front panel joined at a bottom edge thereof and along two side edges to a rear panel, forming an open pocket therebetween with a top entry. Each panel is made of a flexible fabric or other synthetic or natural substrate material, such as canvas, leather and the like. The lower abdominal pouch is carried upon the wearer by being supported by the wearer's belt, which belt slides into a rear wall of the lower abdominal pouch, through a vertically extending button hole slot thereof and exits at a second button hole slot of a preferable outer rear wall in front of a preferable inner rear wall of the rear panel, thereby optionally providing a seal between the outer rear wall having the two open button hole slots for accommodating the user's belt therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2005
    Inventor: Susan Bristel
  • Patent number: 6919805
    Abstract: A wallet is disclosed in which a theft prevention device is installed. If the wallet departs from the pocket, a melody is generated so that the owner can recognize the departure of the wallet from the pocket, thereby preventing the theft of the wallet. An oscillation plate is installed between the outer cover and the inner layer of the wallet, and a photo sensor is installed to respond to the visible light so as to activate the oscillation plate. Further a manual switch is installed to make it possible to turn the power source on or off.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2005
    Inventors: Bae Ho Song, Chul Soo Kim
  • Patent number: 6695022
    Abstract: A wallet (10) includes a pocket portion (12) defining a front panel (14), a rear panel (16), a bottom (18), side edges (20), (22), an open top (24), and a flap portion (26) that extends from the rear panel (16) for folding over the open top (24) to engage the front panel (14). The wallet (10) comprises male and female fasteners for engaging the flap portion (26) with the front panel (14). The wallet (10) includes a tether (32) that extends from the rear panel (16) of the pocket portion (12). The tether (32) includes a plurality of fasteners (34), (36), (38) spaced from one another for folding the tether (32) upon itself to define loops of different sizes, i.e. different configurations for various attachments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2004
    Inventor: William Morehead
  • Patent number: 6648038
    Abstract: A wallet is constructed so when a credit or identification card is withdrawn from a card pocket and is not replaced, the owner viewing the card pocket is reminded of the fact that the card has not been replaced. The pocket has a front wall with a top edge and a rear wall that extends higher than the front wall top edge. A prompt of highly attention-getting material such as a holographic type light-reflecting strip, is attached to the rear wall to lie above the top edge of the front wall. When a card lies in the pocket, the top portion of the card covers the attention-getting prompt, but when a card is not present the attention-getting prompt attracts the owner's attention to remind him that the card has not been replaced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2003
    Inventor: Richard Vetter
  • Publication number: 20030183313
    Abstract: A secure travel wallet having a flat rectangular base panel with a pocket. Attached to the top edge are two belt loops. The pocket has mating pieces of hook and loop fabric located on corresponding surfaces of the pocket and base panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2002
    Publication date: October 2, 2003
    Inventor: Clifford N. Rushlow
  • Publication number: 20030150536
    Abstract: A wallet (10) includes a pocket portion (12) defining a front panel (14), a rear panel (16), a bottom (18), side edges (20), (22), an open top (24), and a flap portion (26) that extends from the rear panel (16) for folding over the open top (24) to engage the front panel (14). The wallet (10) comprises male and female fasteners for engaging the flap portion (26) with the front panel (14). The wallet (10) includes a tether (32) that extends from the rear panel (16) of the pocket portion (12). The tether (32) includes a plurality of fasteners (34), (36), (38) spaced from one another for folding the tether (32) upon itself to define loops of different sizes, i.e. different configurations for various attachments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2002
    Publication date: August 14, 2003
    Inventor: William Morehead
  • Publication number: 20030015269
    Abstract: A wallet is constructed so when a credit or identification card is withdrawn from a card pocket and is not replaced, the owner viewing the card pocket is reminded of the fact that the card has not been replaced. The pocket has a front wall with a top edge and a rear wall that extends higher than the front wall top edge. A prompt of highly attention-getting material such as a holographic type light-reflecting strip, is attached to the rear wall to lie above the top edge of the front wall. When a card lies in the pocket, the top portion of the card covers the attention-getting prompt, but when a card is not present the attention-getting prompt attracts the owner's attention to remind him that the card has not been replaced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2002
    Publication date: January 23, 2003
    Inventor: Richard Vetter
  • Publication number: 20020170639
    Abstract: Provide herein is a portable container that is lockable. The portable container has a front wall, a back wall, two side walls and a bottom defining an interior chamber with an open top. The portable container has a foldable flap having a first and second end, the first end attached to the back wall and a second end foldable over the open top and detachably secured to the front wall. Also provided herein is a locking mechanism for securing the second end of the foldable flap to the front wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2001
    Publication date: November 21, 2002
    Inventor: Adam Howard Steinberg
  • Patent number: 6401889
    Abstract: A luggage lock covering device for protecting a luggage lock from damage as well as protecting the luggage from damage caused by-the luggage lock. The luggage lock covering device includes a panel having a plurality of fold indentations therein such that a first portion, a second portion and a third portion are defined. The second portion is positioned between the first and third portions. The second portion includes an elongated slot extending therethrough. The elongated slot includes a size designed for removably receiving the luggage zipper. There is a fastening means for removably coupling the first portion to the third portion. The fastening means comprises a hook and loop fastening means that includes a loop portion and a hook portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Inventor: Rren P. McCleskey
  • Patent number: 6318613
    Abstract: A pouch attachable to a garment to store objects of credit card length and width has a container with front and back walls fixed to each other along bottom and opposite side edges to define a compartment sized to receive and hold, in a substantially immobile condition, several of the objects when they are stacked face-to-face and inserted through an open top edge of the container. Mating pieces of hook-and-loop material seal the open top edge to secure the objects in the container. A strap fixed at one of its ends to a back face of the container back wall proximate one of its edges extends across the container back face to its free end at a point proximate another of its edges. A segment of hook-and loop material is fixed along its entire length to the entire length of the front face of the strap. A mating segment of hook-and-loop material is fixed along its entire length to the back face of the container back wall between the fixed end of the strap and the point at the free end of the strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2001
    Inventor: Annette K. Underhill
  • Patent number: 6179026
    Abstract: A wallet system including a sealable item concealment pouch, a pouch securing strap assembly, and a key securing mechanism. The key securing mechanism is includes a securing chain and a spring biased key gripping assembly. The spring biased key gripping assembly is positioned within an open topped pocket en an exterior surface of the sealable item concealment pouch and includes a resilient channel member having a key insertion slot defined between first and second key gripping members, the first and second key gripping members being biased toward each other by first and second springs such that a key placed within the key insertion slot is gripped between the first and second key gripping members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2001
    Inventor: Jacqueline Lopez
  • Patent number: 6026515
    Abstract: An article of jewelry attaches to a garment which has a belt loop and a fly closure. The article includes a fly closure fastener adapted to be secured to the fly closure of the garment, a belt loop fastener having an opening and adapted to be positioned over the belt loop of the garment, a first elongate flexible member connecting the fly closure fastener and the belt loop fastener together, and a second elongate flexible member connecting an ornamental body or pouch to the belt loop fastener. The fly closure fastener is typically a closed loop, and may have an openable portion. The belt loop fastener may have a flat base portion and depending branches. In addition, the branches may converge to define a narrower opening to secure the fastener to the belt loop. The elongate flexible members may be provided by chains or strands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2000
    Assignee: Z Jewelry, Inc.
    Inventors: David Nielson, Karalyn Viers
  • Patent number: 5815845
    Abstract: A pocket billfold removably securable within a front pocket includes a pair of panels forming a container for holding bills, currency, credit cards, and the like. The pocket billfold has a notched corner portion at the top of the container. The pocket has a rivet on its top line adjacent the side seam of the pocket. When the billfold is inserted into the pocket, the notched corner portion of the container engages the underside of the riveted portion of the pocket and the side thereof, preventing the billfold from unintended removal from the pocket. A clip secured to one of the panels of the billfold grips the material of the front of the pocket and provides additional protection of the billfold within the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1998
    Inventors: Phillip H. Ault, Patricia P. Landrem
  • Patent number: 5678620
    Abstract: A pouch useful for storage of valuables usually carried by a traveller. The pouch is designed for insertion into a suitable pocket of the traveller and an extending flap of said pouch overlaps the folded pouch and folds down over the exterior surface of the pocket to be secured to the surface by a button.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: October 21, 1997
    Inventor: Edward C. Mayled
  • Patent number: 5642095
    Abstract: An alarm system is provided for a card shaped object comprising a holder for the card shaped object and a detecting apparatus for detecting the absence of the card shaped object from the holder and a device transmitter. The transmitter device sends a signal to a component remote from the holder and a transmitter device. The transmitter device sends a signal to a component remote from the holder which contains a receiver of the signal and an adjustable alarm. A resettable timer is positioned either in the holder or in the component remote from the holder so that, after a set time period, is activated in response to the signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 24, 1997
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Russel P. Cook
  • Patent number: 5579817
    Abstract: A wallet protector, for use with a wallet, may include first and second rectangular strips of leather, the first strip having a channel and with a slide actuator extending outwardly through the channel. A slide strip, of plastic or metal, is sandwiched between the leather strips and is movable by the actuator between a first position completely within the area of the strips, to a second position extending at least an inch outwardly. The wallet protector may be stitched or otherwise attached to an end edge of a wallet body, or the wallet body itself may take the place of the second leather strip. Reinforcing stop strips of leather may be stitched to the first leather strip to provide the ends of travel of the slide actuator in the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1995
    Date of Patent: December 3, 1996
    Inventor: Stanley C. Mader
  • Patent number: 5573441
    Abstract: The security pouch for holding money, credit cards, debit cards, driver's license, and other valuables. The security pouch is worn between the front center of a brassiere or similar type of clothing and the wearer's skin. The pouch is held in place by a wrap-around strap that encircles the brassiere. The pouch has a resealable opening for added security. It is made from lightweight material which can absorb perspiration and allows air to pass through the material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 12, 1996
    Inventor: Cynthia D. Smith
  • Patent number: 5551496
    Abstract: A concealable wallet comprising a wallet member having a pocket for storing items and an attachment strap for securely attaching the wallet member to the garment while in use. The pocket is accessible through a sealable opening and is sized to allow flat rectangular objects such as a stack of currency to be stored therein. The wallet member may include a flap section, having a hook and pile type fastener attached thereto, located adjacent the sealable opening; and a second section of hook and pile type fastener attached to the sidewall near the opening in a manner such that the flap may be secured over the sealable opening by connecting the two sections of hook and pile fastener. The attachment strap is elongated and attached to the wallet member along its midsection. Both ends of the attachment strap extend out past the wallet member. One of the ends has an adjustable length fastening mechanism attached thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 3, 1996
    Inventor: Hugh H. Gray, Jr.
  • Patent number: 5497818
    Abstract: A wallet tether is removable from a wallet or the like to which it is secured, to provide for use of the wallet in more formal situations where such a tether would be unsightly. The tether includes an openable loop which is securable about a belt, belt loop, or other appropriate structure of the apparel of the user, and an eyelet which is secured to the wallet by a threaded fastener which is passed through a hole in the wallet periphery. Thus, the wallet may be opened and the contents accessed without need to remove the tether from the wallet. An elongate, flexible cord extends between the apparel attachment loop and the wallet attachment eyelet. The cord may be non-metallic, in order to reduce to a minimum the amount of metal in the device to preclude requirement for removal for passage through metal detectors. Preferably, the cord ends are secured to the openable loop and to the wallet attachment eyelet with crimp connections, for strength, durability, and economy of manufacture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 1995
    Date of Patent: March 12, 1996
    Inventor: Hawk R. G. Marcarelli
  • Patent number: 5396219
    Abstract: A security device for protection against pickpockets comprising a clamp intended to be releasably clamped on a top edge of a pocket and connected to a card-size casing by a flexible connecting element is disclosed. The card-size casing is adapted to be received in a compartment inside a purse which, in turn, is received in the pocket such that pulling the purse out of the pocket causes a lock bolt on the clamp to tightly secure the clamp to the pocket. A pull rod is movably fastened in the casing and connected to the flexible connecting element to trigger an alarm circuit when the casing is pulled outwards.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 1991
    Date of Patent: March 7, 1995
    Inventor: Lily Chen
  • Patent number: 5314102
    Abstract: A handbag including various fasteners which enable the handbag to be unfastened and reassembled so that it can be worn by the user, for example around the ankle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1991
    Date of Patent: May 24, 1994
    Inventor: Melinda S. Roy
  • Patent number: 5285833
    Abstract: A purse designed to be worn by an individual, the purse being specifically designed to reduce the possibility of the purse being snatched away from the individual, the purse including a panel of material having a fold along which the panel of material is folded to create an interior surface of the panel of material and an exterior surface of the panel of material, the interior surface of the panel of material being substantially concealed when the panel of material is in a folded state. At least one interior pocket is formed on the interior surface of the panel of material, and a securement device is provided for securing the panel of material to the individual, the securement device being located on the panel of material substantially adjacent the fold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 15, 1994
    Inventor: Susan I. Haxby
  • Patent number: 5244023
    Abstract: A device for securing articles on or about the person, comprising a storage unit having an insert end and an access end, a zipper formed at the access end to access the storage space of the device, and a clip or mouth formed at the insert end for securely and releaseably engaging a desired storage location on or about the person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 1991
    Date of Patent: September 14, 1993
    Inventor: Albert L. Spies
  • Patent number: 5103884
    Abstract: A wallet having a removable clip for use in a concealed fashion or for carrying in the pocket in a normal fashion. A pocket formed by a slot in the exterior surface of the wallet is provided for receiving a metal clip which can be easily detached. The clip when inserted in the pocket allows the wallet to be out of sight carried in the waistband of clothing, and is easily retrieved for access to the contents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 1990
    Date of Patent: April 14, 1992
    Inventor: D. Garry Roman
  • Patent number: 5052328
    Abstract: An apparatus comprising a billfold including first and second sections and a hinge joining the sections for pivotal movement. The first section has a pocket with an opening which provides access to the pocket and the pocket is adapted to receive a card, such as a credit card, through the opening. The hinge joins the first and second sections for pivotal movement between a closed position in which the sections are in confronting, engaging relationship over major portions thereof and an open position in which the sections are out of confronting relationship and the opening of the pocket is exposed to allow insertion of the card into, and withdrawal of the card from, the pocket. A card-missing indicator is coupled to the billfold. The indicator is responsive to removal of the card from the pocket when the sections are in the open position for inhibiting pivotal movement of the first and second sections to the closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 1, 1991
    Inventor: Lawrence C. Eppenbach
  • Patent number: 5031281
    Abstract: Apparatus including a planar leg pivotally mounted adjacent its rear arcuate end to a wallet adjacent the wallet's transverse hinge. The leg includes a forward end extending beyond a right side of the wallet wherein the forward end includes a series of serrations for engagement of an interior side of an individual's pocket preventing inadvertent and unwarranted removal of the wallet from the pocket. Modifications of the invention inlcude resilient deformable portions positioned between the serrations to prevent unnecessary projection of the serrations into the pocket and further permitting a penetration of the serrations into the pocket upon an unwarranted attempt to remove the wallet from the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 1990
    Date of Patent: July 16, 1991
    Inventor: Emil R. Devylder
  • Patent number: 4972524
    Abstract: An anti-pickpocket device for pockets of garments, and for trouser pockets in particular, designed to make it extremely difficult to steal objects, for example wallets, from pockets after cutting the outer fabric of the pocket by means, for example, of a knife. According to the invention, the anti-pickpocket device is composed of a metal lattice from which extend at least two connecting elements designed to be secured to different points of the internal fabric of the pocket in such a way that the lattice extends over most of the internal surface of the outer fabric of the pocket, so that it is disposed between the object contained in the pocket and the outer fabric of the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 1989
    Date of Patent: November 27, 1990
    Inventor: Karl Gasser
  • Patent number: 4945961
    Abstract: A conventional billfold or wallet includes a strap or other type of prehensible attachment on or adjacent the center fold line of the wallet which may be grasped when the wallet is inserted in a pocket with its fold line disposed on top to facilitate withdrawal of the wallet therefrom. A narrow, continuous wallet encircling strap is preferably disposed to pass through the currency pocket for ready attachment to any conventional wallet without the need for any structural modification thereof whatever.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1989
    Date of Patent: August 7, 1990
    Inventor: William C. Healy