Abstract: A cell phone carrying case which includes an elongated pocket for insertion of the cell phone thereinto, the pocket including an orifice for the antenna of the phone to protrude therethrough. There is further included an upper flap member which includes a vertical slot therein for allowing a belt loop of pants or like garment to fit therethrough, so that when a belt is passed through the loop, the flap is engaged between the belt and the pants or garment during carrying. The flap is of such a length that the carrying case portion of the carrier can be rolled up so that the phone is engaged tightly against the belt loop and belt when the flap is engaged in the closed or sealed position. There could be further included a pocket for holding a pen or the like for writing as one would be using the phone.

Abstract: A magazine grip attachment for ammunition magazines to aid in extraction of a magazine from ammunition pouches comprising a sleeve of resilient material molded in the general shape of a magazine yet with a smaller inner circumference than the circumference of a magazine so as to require the band to stretch over the magazine. The top of the band has an even slightly smaller inner circumference than the lower part of the band. Extending from the top of the band is a handle designed to allow a finger to wrap around the handle and extract the magazine. Also provided are recessed areas and four diagonal force distribution beams to constrict the invention and allow it to grip a magazine more snugly when the handle is pulled. The invention is also used in combination with a magazine pouch to deaden noise by biasing the magazines against the pouch and each other.

Abstract: A holster (10) for a telecommunication device (12), such as a cellular telephone or wireless telephone, includes a housing (14) adapted to removably support the telecommunication device (12). The holster (10) also includes an earpiece assembly (52) including at least one transducer, such as an earbud (53) or a microphone (54), and a cord (56) depending from the at least one transducer (53, 54). The earpiece assembly (52) is extendable and retractable relative to the housing (14). The holster (10) further includes an extension/retraction assembly (32) having a spool (34) for taking up at least a portion of the cord (56) when the earpiece assembly (52) is retracted relative to the housing (14), and at least one coil spring (35) adapted to rotate the spool (34). The at least one coil spring (35) can electrically couple the at least one transducer (53, 54) to the telecommunication device (12).

Abstract: A belt clip apparatus for releasably holding a portable device on a user's apparel has a base member with a latch opening for receiving a lock pin projecting from the portable device, a clip for securing the base member to the wearer's apparel, and a latch member movably mounted in the base member for movement between a first position locking the lock pin in the latch opening, and a released position permitting the lock pin to be removed from the latch opening. A manually operable actuator linked to the latch member can be actuated by a user to move the latch member between the locked and released positions. The actuator is moved in a generally horizontal direction transverse to the hanging direction in order to release the latch member. A biasing device biases the latch member towards the locked position.

Abstract: This invention relates to a unique means for holding and dispensing shotgun shells from a vest made to fit on your chest and distribute the weight in a manner that you hardly know it is there, leaving you with complete freedom of movement in your arms and shoulders. The retainer and dispensing mechanism is such that you can use it in cold weather while wearing gloves and dispense shells, primer end first into your palm for rapid fumble free loading. The retainer and release mechanism is positive, simple and very economical to produce.

Abstract: A securing mechanism for use in a holster, gun safe, base station, recharging/docking station, gun rack, or other safety housing for a firearm or other item, including one or more retaining members that engage the trigger guard, barrel, or other part of the firearm to prevent withdrawal of the firearm from the safety housing by anyone other than an authorized user of the firearm. The securing mechanism includes a biometric identification mechanism such as a fingerprint sensor for scanning fingerprint information of a prospective user of the firearm, and a processor for comparing the scanned biometric information with stored biometric information of an authorized user and releasing the retaining member only if the scanned biometric information matches that of the authorized user.

Abstract: A device (10) is for the attachment of mobile phones or like apparatus to a belt or other garment of a user. The device (10) includes a receptacle body (12) and corresponding flanged lug fastener (11) which is attached to the mobile phone or like apparatus. The receptable body (12) is adapted to be attached to a belt or the like by means of a clip (14) positioned on the receptable body (12). The body (12) has an opening (25) located at its top side portion into which the flange of the lug fastener (11) is received with the lug fastener (11) extending through a slot (27) on the receptable body (12) communicating with the opening (25) such that the mobile phone or like apparatus is positioned outside and adjacent the receptacle body (12) when the lug fastener (11) is received within the receptacle body (12).

Abstract: A holder assembly which may be removably mounted on the person of a user and which is designed for holding a cigarette lighter and a bottle opener for convenient and repeated use by bartenders in order to properly service their customers, wherein the holder assembly includes a base having a pocket structure formed on a front surface thereof which is specifically dimensioned and configured to correspond to the cigarette lighter. A compartment is disposed in said base and is dimensioned and configured to contain a retraction structure which is operatively connected to the bottle opener and includes a spring biased take-up reel from which a flexible, cord extends and is secured to the bottle opener, thereby facilitating the outwardly extended yet retractable positioning of the bottle opener for use while maintaining secure attachment thereof to the user.

Abstract: A magazine grip attachment for ammunition magazines to aid in extraction of magazines from ammunition pouches comprising a sleeve of resilient material molded in the general shape of a magazine yet with a smaller inner circumference than the circumference of a magazine so as to require the band to stretch over the magazine. The top of the band has an even slightly smaller inner circumference than the lower part of the band. Extending from the top of the band is a handle designed to allow a finger to wrap around the handle and extract the magazine. Also provided are recessed areas and four diagonal force distribution beams to constrict the invention and allow it to grip a magazine more snugly when the handle is pulled. The invention is also used in combination with a magazine pouch to deaden noise by biasing the magazines against the pouch and each other.

Abstract: A holster (1) for a for portable communication device is disclosed. The holster (1) has a housing (2) and a garment attachment clip (4). Movably coupled to the housing (2) is a biased latch (5) comprising a locking member (6) an ejector member (7) and an ejector actuator member (8). The locking member (6) and interior surfaces of (9) of the housing (2) co-act to lock a portable communication device in the housing (2). Further, actuation of the ejector actuator member (8) against the bias of the latch (5) provides for unlocking of a portable communication device and at least partial ejection thereof from the housing (2).

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses a device for holding golf balls 30 having a vertically oriented magazine-like container 12 having a spring-loaded clip 14 on its side for being attached to the belt 16 of the user 18 or other golf paraphernalia such as a bag. The container 12 is equipped with an inner spring 40 on its inside upper surface for putting downward pressure on the balls 30. The balls 30 are also held inside the container 12 by vertical members 34 located in a spaced apart relationship on the interior of the container 36 and held in place by springs 44. The vertical members 34 are further equipped with a roller bearing 38 on their lower end which grips the balls 30 and prevents the balls from being discharged from the container 12 until the user 18 so desires. The container 12 is also equipped on its outer lateral surface with an aperture or notch 32 which allows the user 18 to insert his finger and remove the balls 30 from the container 12.

Abstract: A system for enabling one-handed loading of an ammunition magazine into an automatic pistol includes a flat support having a stop member at one end and a cover positioned over a portion of the support for attaching the support to a user's belt. A spring-loaded hinge biased toward an open position is connected to the support adjacent to the stop member for limiting movement of the hinge. A magazine holder is removably connected to the hinge for removably receiving and holding an ammunition magazine for an automatic pistol. A cover strap is attached to the cover for facilitating convenient carrying of the ammunition magazine when the cover strap is fastened in place. Release of the cover strap causes movement of the hinge by the spring to position the magazine in a position for facilitating one-handed loading of the magazine into an automatic pistol by the user. The magazine holder can be connected to the hinge for facilitating use by a right-handed or left-handed user.

Abstract: A clip carrier for storing and dispensing semi-automatic cartridge clips which consists of a generally rectangular container having opposite sides, opposite edges and a bottom panel with upper edge flanges that define a longitudinal groove. A cartridge clip sized opening is formed in one edge panel for entry of a cartridge clip to be forced downward against a spring-loaded push plate. A plurality of such cartridge clips can be entered and forced downward until the carrier container reaches capacity.

Abstract: An umbrella support device for securing an umbrella in an operative position for a user, comprising a frame securable to the user's back and at least one receptacle for retaining the handle of a conventional umbrella. A fastening system is incorporated in the receptacle, having a pair of arms selectively movable between open and closed positions for enabling the user to insert the handle in the receptacle and secure the handle therein. In a first embodiment, the handles include rigid gripping members extending into the receptacle, which engage the umbrella shaft immediately adjacent the handle upon insertion of the handle into the receptacle. In a second embodiment, the gripping members are replaced with latch bolts having inclined upper surfaces, so that insertion of the handle automatically moves the arms to their open position.

Abstract: A device for carrying a concealed weapon comprising first and second flexible fabric panels, overlying the other, the panels being releasibly secured to one another in an overlying relationship; a holster is securely and removably secured to one of the panels and covered by the other of the panels, thus concealing and cushioning the weapon; the panels are joined along a common edge, and releasably connected along at least two other edges thereof in such a manner that the panels may be quickly separated to reveal the holster and enable removal of the weapon by the wearer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fisherman's bait and tackle box which is compact and contoured to comfortably fit about the fisherman's waist when attached to a belt worn by the fisherman. The wearable box of the present invention organizes and provides easy access to fishing supplies and accessories, thereby eliminating the time consuming problem of searching through a conventional tackle box or vest, especially when re-rigging a broken leader while the fisherman remains wading in the water. A plurality of separate compartments neatly organize accessories such as fishing leader, bait, fishing lures, split-shot, and fishing hooks, for instance. The fishing leader is fed through a hole in the front of the present invention and can be cut at a desired length by a cutter located under the leader. Pushing a spring-tensioned dispenser button dispenses a single split shot. A rod holder is mounted on the box to permit both hands to be free to re-rig a broken leader.

Abstract: A handgun holster having a pivotable semirigid safety strap which prevents withdrawal of the handgun until the strap is selectively released by a force on the strap from a detent by hand manipulation of the user in drawing the handgun after the strap has been pivoted away from the handgun.

Abstract: A golf accessory holder for holding one or more golf balls, golf tees and other golf accessories. The golf accessory holder includes a housing (12) having an inner chamber (21) in which golf balls are received. A pusher plate (36) mounted to a compression spring (32) engages and urges the golf balls into tight frictional engagement with a first end (13) of the housing (12) to secure the golf balls within the golf accessory holder.

Abstract: A spray container storage and retrieval system encompassing both an apparatus and method enabling quick, safe retrieval of a spray container from a holster.In a first embodiment, a spray container with a forward trigger is stored in a specially designed sleeve having a special surface for securing the forward trigger from the discharge position. In a second embodiment, a flanged sleeve facilitates the springing displacement of a spray container having a safety flap over the discharge button and is intended to be used with a flap holster, and with a spray container which has no discharge button which can be utilized with a specialized structure on the sleeve. The third embodiment includes an open holster having an inwardly disposed locking groove which engages a pin collar fitted about the upper portion of a spray container, which can be re-used on subsequent spray containers by removing it from the used spray container and re-installing it on the new spray container.

Abstract: A combination carrying case for a portable electronic pager and a coin dispenser includes an upright case body in which the front wall and one side wall have a reduced height, so that the pager is easily inserted into the receptacle defined by the case body. The coin dispenser includes a vertical coin chute integral with one side wall of the case body so that the chute has a relatively large coin capacity. Coins are extracted from the chute through a coin slot at the lower end of the chute. A spring clip is provided on the rear wall of the case for detachably mounting the case on the user's belt.

Abstract: The spray container storage and retrieval system of the present invention encompasses both an apparatus and method enabling quick, safe retrieval of a spray container from a holster.In a first embodiment, a spray container with a forward trigger is stored in a specially designed sleeve having a special surface for securing the forward trigger from the discharge position. In a second embodiment, a flanged sleeve facilitates the springing displacement of a spray container having a safety flap over the discharge button and is intended to be used with a flap holster, and with a spray container which has no discharge button which can be utilized with a specialized structure on the sleeve. The third embodiment includes an open holster having an inwardly disposed locking groove which engages a pin collar fitted about the upper portion of a spray container, which can be re-used on subsequent spray containers by removing it from the used spray container and re-installing it on the new spray container.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for carrying and accessing multiple safety devices, wherein the removal of one safety device simultaneously activates a second safety device. The method includes removing a chemical spray canister secured to a pack body, wherein an activation cord pulls an alarm pin thereby activating an audible alarm. The apparatus includes a spray canister and an audible alarm attached to a pack body, the canister and alarm being concealed by a cover. The cover is attached to the pack body with multiple slide fasteners. The cover has attached thereto a rip cord, so that when the rip cord is pulled by the user, the cover is partially or completely removed to expose the spray canister and the alarm; the spray canister and the alarm are interconnected by a cord so that removal of the spray canister simultaneously activates the audible alarm.

Abstract: A low profile backpack system is provided which includes a mechanism for allowing free movement of the shoulder straps as the wearer moves, bends, twists from side to side, etc. The inventive mechanism comprises a buckle having a pair of transverse elongated slots. The buckle is fixed to the top of the pack by means of a single vertically oriented strap which passes through the lower of the two slots. A second strap passes through the upper slot and has its ends fixed to an end of each of two shoulder straps adapted to fit over the shoulders of the wearer. A further inventive feature is the provision of a quick release fire shelter on the pack which may be deployed by one hand. The shelter is stored in a rectangularly shaped pouch depending from the bottom of the pack. An open end of the pouch is selectively closed by a flap secured by Velcro fasteners. Pulling a release strap depending from the pouch first disengages the fasteners.

Abstract: A cartridge packing is provided for an automatic or semiautomatic firearm. The cartridge packing includes an operational loader having a magazine filled with cartridges. The operational loader and cartridges are enclosed in a protection piece for protection against shocks and pollution. The protection piece includes a rigid cap and a tearable bag.

Abstract: A holster is disclosed for holding an aerosol can or the like intended to be carried on the body of a person. The holster includes a sleeve supported on the body of the person, such that the sleeve is oriented generally vertically. The sleeve has a top open end and a bottom end. The sleeve is tapered downwardly from the top open end of the sleeve to the bottom end thereof. In this manner, the sleeve has an inner diameter at the top open end thereof that is greater than the outer diameter of the can, and the sleeve has an inner diameter near the bottom end thereof that is less than the diameter of the can. Such an arrangement permits the can to be dropped into the top open end of the sleeve, such that it will be frictionally gripped within the sleeve above the bottom end thereof.

Abstract: A concealed gun holster, primarily to be worn by off duty law enforcement personnel, is modeled after the popular sports fanny packs. The modified pack, held in place with an integral belt, is designed to conceal a hand gun holster for either left or right hand use. A snap release secures the weapon snugly in the holster, yet releases with the same feel and pressure as commonly used police holster releases. A hidden pocket, interior to the pack, may be used to hold a clip of ammunition. The integral belt used to wear the pack comprises zippered pockets which are suitable for storing ammunition, hand cuffs, or other equipment.

Abstract: A magazine apparatus for support about an individual's torso is provided to include an upper collar and lower collar in a spaced parallel relationship mounting a row of magazine tubes in a parallel relationship relative to one another orthogonally aligned relative to the upper and lower collars. The magazine tube is defined at an arcuate intersection of an upper and lower leg of each magazine tube, with the magazine tube including a transparent cap mounted to an upper end of each tube and a removable door plate formed with a spring hinged, or alternatively a slide plate permitting presentation of a paint ball member to be directed through each magazine tube.

Abstract: A combination nail bag and open top container that would be used by a carpet installer. The open top container would normally have a front wall, laterally spaced side walls and an open rear wall. The nail bag has an open top end that is detachably secured to the rear end of the open top container. The carpet nails would be freely transferable between the interior of the nail bag and the interior of the open top container by passing through its open rear wall. A clip assembly secured to the rear surface of the nail bag allows it to be detachably secured to the belt of a carpet installer.

Abstract: A holster for a magazine of an automatic pistol, the magazine being slid into a carrier box that slides longitudinally in the elongated rectangular pouch with a flexible flap cover having a snap fastener to attach the cover to the pouch; the carrier being biased by a coil spring urging the carrier upward to expose the magazine which is contacted by the cover to prevent the magazine from removal until it is handled by the wearer.

Abstract: A hand gun in a holster is completely concealed by a simulated carrying pouch. A backing is mounted on a wearer, as with a belt around the wearer's waist. A holster is mounted on the backing completely within the area defined by the top, bottom and ends of the backing. A flap, permanently attached at the bottom to the backing but releasably attached by hook and pile fasteners (VELCRO.RTM.) at the top and two ends of the backing defines a textile material (fabric) or leather container which simulates a carrying pouch and completely conceals the holster and hand gun. Pockets may be provided in the flap. The holster is reversibly mounted on the backing using hook and pile fasteners, and hook and pile fastener straps releasably hold the hand gun within the holster. To gain access to the hand gun, the hook and pile fasteners at the top and two ends of the backing and flap are detached to completely expose the handgun for ready access.

Abstract: There is disclosed a magazine for holding cartridges such as shot gun cartridges, the magazine having, in a preferred embodiment, two channels (6,7) which are separated by a partition (8) and each of which can hold two staggered columns of cartridges (9). The partition (8) has a widened portion (10) that causes each staggered column of cartridges (9) to form a single column thereof, so that pairs of cartridges can be removed, to be immediately replaced, under the effect of gravity, by a further pair thereof.

Abstract: A pocket for releasably holding a round of ammunition includes a substantially flat base sheet member and a dispensing tube forming sheet member of flexible material secured to the base sheet member and defining an ammunition dispensing tube for permitting ammunition to pass therethrough. The ammunition dispensing tube has an ammunition loading end and an ammunition dispensing end. A closable flap is connected to the base sheet member proximate the loading end of the ammunition dispensing tube. A retainer for releasably retaining the ammunition within the ammunition dispensing tube is operatively associated with the tube proximate its dispensing end. The pocket is adapted to be connected to a vest, jacket, stand, etc.

Abstract: A quick-draw handgun holster is contoured and designed to be worn beneath clothing in the abdominal area with the gun lying obliquely with its butt only extending angularly upwardly for engagement by a lateral, substantially horizontal movement of the hand of the wearer.

Abstract: A hand gun in a holster is completely concealed by a simulated carrying pouch. A backing is mounted on a wearer, as with a belt around the wearer's waist. A holster is mounted on the backing completely within the area defined by the top, bottom and ends of the backing. A flap, permanently attached at the bottom to the backing but releasably attached by hook and pile fasteners (VELCRO.RTM.) at the top and two ends of the backing defines a textile material (fabric) or leather container which simulates a carrying pouch and completely conceals the holster and hand gun. Pockets may be provided in the flap. The holster is reversibly mounted on the backing using hook and pile fasteners, and hook and pile fastener straps releasably hold the hand gun within the holster. To gain access to the hand gun, the hook and pile fasteners at the top and two ends of the backing and flap are detached to completely expose the handgun for ready access.

Abstract: A pen pack is disclosed which is mountable on the back of the writing hand of a user to provide ready access to a writing, marking or scribing implement when required. The pen pack includes a telescopic writing implement and an actuating mechanism disposed in a casing which may be readily affixed to the wearer's hand. The actuating mechanism includes a plunger which is depressed against an external object to actuate the pen pack, a feeder line subassembly which coacts with the plunger, and a rotational shaft which also coacts with the plunger and to which the telescopic writing instrument is affixed. Depression of the plunger causes the telescopic writing instrument to rotate into a writing position. Concomitantly, the feeder line subassembly causes the telescopic writing instrument to be extended to a fully telescoped position so that the user may grip the writing instrument and utilize it for writing, marking or scribing.

Abstract: A portable container for storing rounds of ammunition and which includes a housing having a plurality of separately partitioned resilient round supporting pads which function to safely, quietly and cooperatively retain the ammunition within the container and which progressively and partially eject the ammunition as the lid of the container is opened.

Abstract: A cartridge box which holds a plurality of cartridges in spaced apart relation to each other and prevents them from rattling while entirely enclosed in the box. A cover for the box can be partially opened for exposing a predetermined number of the cartridges and novel means is provided for moving the exposed cartridges into a position where they can be readily removed from the box without disturbing the remaining cartridges. The novel cartridge moving means includes a cartridge carrier that has a plurality of spaced apart openings that are inclined from the vertical so as to incline the cartridges and make them more readily accessible for removal.

Abstract: An adjustable backpack structure including a base member having structure to secure it to a backpack and carrying thereon at least one elongated track spaced from and parallel to the securing structure, a movable member including attachment structures for backpack straps and configured to be movably engaged in a no more than partially encircling fashion by the base member track, and a locking structure to releasably secure the movable member in a selected position and along the base member track whereby the base member may be conveniently sewn or otherwise fastened to a backpack with the track disposed in a direction in which adjustability of the backpack straps is desired, and the movable member carrying the straps released, moved along an unobstructed path adjacent to the track and resecured to the base member along the track at any of a number of positions by releasing and securing the locking structure.

Abstract: Presented is a backpack for use in carrying hose, such as fire hose, to locations where it is needed. The backpack includes a rigid metallic frame having at one end a hose support shelf on which at least two spirally coiled rolls of fire hose may be carried. Quickly engageable and releasable straps are provided to bind the coils of fire hose to the back frame, and shoulder straps and a waist strap are provided to suspend the backpack on the back of the wearer. All that is required of the wearer to release and deploy one or more coils of hose from the backpack is to tug on one end of a flexible cable, with the result that the quick-release straps that bind the coils to the frame are released, thus enabling the coils of hose to be deployed by a mere shrug of the shoulders.

Abstract: An ammunition carrier particuarly suited for storing cartridges and dispensing a selected quantity of the same into a tubular magazine, such as associated with .22-caliber rifles. The carrier includes an elongated flexible tube, such as transparent plastic, with a funnel at one end and a plug at the opposite end. Spring wire escapements are provided at spaced axial locations on the tube, each having a radial inwardly extending arm adapted to engage a cartridge for preventing cartridges from sliding out of the funnel until appropriately positioned. The escapements are separated axially an amount corresponding to the number of cartridges to be loaded in the rifle magazine. A hook and eyelet are provided to enable the tube to be formed into a loop and carried over a person's shoulder.

Abstract: A portable ball caddy is set forth wherein a vertically oriented magazine tube is securable about the body of a user by a plurality of belts. The magazine is secured to the belts and is opaque except for an indicator slot formed therein to exhibit of the presence of balls therein. A spring loaded platform biases the balls towards an overlying exit formed of a flexible membrane of a memory retentent material. An opening is formed in the membrane of a diameter less than the diameter of the magazine tube and of the balls positionable therein. Formed on at least one diameter of said opening is an access relief enabling a user to position a finger therethrough for grasping of a ball adjacent the membrane thereunder.

Abstract: A cartridge carrier and dispenser with a shoulder sling support is disclosed. It comprises a curved rigid tube witha unitary dispenser and is adapted to receive plural cartridges in end-to-end relation. A cartridge dispenser slot is provided in the wall of the tube adjacent a stop pin at the bottom of the tube. A finger opening with a deflectable tongue is provided opposite the dispenser slot so that the user can apply finger pressure to displace the lower end of the cartridge through the dispenser slot. The dispenser slot is bounded by gripping edges and a tab to retain the cartridge in an oblique position with the lower end extending out of the tube and the upper end within the tube. The cartridge is held in the oblique position until the user grasps the lower end and pulls it through the dispenser slot.

Abstract: A positive delivery sheath for a knife of the type having a handle and a blade housed within the handle when not in use, and a flexible strap connected at one end to the sheath and normally encircling the knife within the sheath to protect the knife against accidental removal, and the strap being extensible to positively deliver the knife from the sheath when desired.

Abstract: A paging device and supporting receptacle are provided for detachably securing the device to an article of clothing and providing for limited pivotal movement of the device to permit visual observation of a display portion of the device without completely removing the device from the receptacle.

Abstract: A belt holder for portable radio apparatus and the like includes a belt fastener and a receptacle housing. The receptacle housing is pivotally mounted to the belt fastener. A clamp mechanism includes a sliding clamp body having two projecting clamp arms which engage the radio apparatus to prevent the apparatus from falling from the receptacle housing. A cam mechanism, operated with rotation of the receptacle housing with respect to the belt fastener, actuates the clamp mechanism to disengage the radio apparatus from the belt holder.

Abstract: A wrist band holds a base containing a rotor having bores effective to hold pellets. Upon manual rotating of the periphery of the rotor relative to the base, the pellets are lifted or partially ejected for easy individual grasping by the user.

Abstract: A dispenser for shotgun shells includes an upper supply housing (16) and a lower ejecting housing (41) arranged transverse to the supply housing and, when mounted on a belt, located directly opposite the hand of the user. An ejecting member (61) is moved through the ejecting housing by the depression of a forwardly projecting actuator (71) advantageously located directly opposite the heel portion at the rear of the palm of the hand of the user. Shells (14) are dispensed one at a time through a release opening (49) in the bottom upon each depression of the actuator, and springs (73) in the ejecting housing automatically return the ejecting member after each dispensing operation to load another shell for dispensing. The housings (16, 41) are made as a one-piece body and a waterproof lid (71) closes the shell fill opening in the supply housing to prevent the shells from becoming wet.

Abstract: A case with removable cover the case being designed to contain both a pack of cigarettes and also a pocket lighter so that a person has both handy when needed to smoke a cigarette; the case also including a clip on its rear side so to be supported from a person's garment.

Abstract: A film storage and dispensing device wherein an upright magazine contains a stack of film rolls or cartridges, the magazine having an upper inlet and lower outlet for gravitational discharge, and a cover slidable on the magazine for selectively opening and closing the inlet and outlet.