Patent ID: 6582266
Filing Date: 2003-06-24
Classification: B63C

Abstract:
A personal flotation device, comprising:shell defining a continuously-formed cavity having a first portion, a second portion, and a third portion; the first potion disposed between the second portion and the third portion at opposing ends; a first buoyant element disposed in the first portion of the cavity; a second buoyant element disposed in the second portion of the cavity; an opening defined by a penannular portion and a gap defined between a first end and a second end of the penannular portion; the opening disposed generally between the first and second portions of the shell and adapted to receive and retain a first portion of a wearer's body; the third portion extending from the first portion opposite the second portion and interconnected to the second portion; and, the first and second buoyant elements relatively moveable about the opening for installation and removal from the wearer's body.