Patent ID: 6668426
Filing Date: 2003-12-30
Classification: A42B,G02C,Y10T

Abstract:
A molded fixed fastener attachable to a hat for supporting and securing eye glasses having at least one arm, comprising:a. a substantially planar member for smoothly attaching to the outside of a hat and molded to an overall U-shaped member having two ends with a wide Y-shaped opening at one end and a smaller U-shaped closure at the other end; b. an integral interference fit mechanism consistent with the shape and diameter of the eyeglasses being supported, wherein this interference fit mechanism consists of a member of the group consisting of a reduced cross section, a rigid mechanism, resilient serrated teeth, a ratchet mechanism, all with an interlock feature on the eyeglass arm; and c. a plurality of ribs distributed around the circumference of the fastener to provide an attaching surface for the fastener to the hat.