Patent ID: 8572813
Filing Date: 2013-11-05
Classification: A44B,G09F,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A fixed loop key ring for loosely retaining pieced objects, comprising: a filament having a first end and a second end; a locking element engaged to said first end, said locking element comprising an elongate member having a bifurcated tip, each of said bifurcations separated by a medial channel and joined at their distal ends by a bridge element, said bifurcations further having a tapered portion of increasing width extending from said bridge element and toward said first end of said filament and ending abruptly to form a pair of opposing first steps; and a head engaged to said second end, said head comprising whereby said bifurcations are compressed into said medial channel when said locking element is inserted into said head so as to permit said tapered portion to enter said lateral channel via said bore, thereafter resuming their prior shape such that said pair of opposing first steps engage said pair of opposing second steps thereby inhibiting withdrawal of said locking element from said barrel.