The invention relates to a duty belt system featuring an inner duty belt with a slack guide mechanism that automatically accommodates changes in waist circumference. The mechanism involves a female member with a channel and a male member that slides within it. This setup corrects misalignment and eliminates repeated fit readjustments, allowing users to loosen or tighten the belt rapidly without fully disengaging. An outer duty belt fastens to the inner duty belt, creating a secure platform for gear while maintaining user comfort. The system offers a streamlined, reliable solution for law enforcement, military, and similar applications requiring quick adjustability and convenient gear access.
A ratchet buckle and belt system are disclosed. The ratchet belt includes a ratcheting mechanism configured to releasably engage with a notch strip of the belt. The ratcheting mechanism has a first pawl and a second pawl each rotatably coupled to a ratchet pin. The first pawl includes a first ratcheting tab and a first release lever wherein the first release lever is configured to rotate the first pawl and disengage the first ratcheting tab from the notch strip. The second pawl includes a second ratcheting tab and a second release lever wherein the second release lever is configured to rotate the second pawl and disengage the second ratcheting tab from the notch strip. When both the first and second ratcheting tabs are simultaneously disengaged from the notch strip, the ratcheting mechanism is disengaged from the belt forming a disengaged configuration.
A44B 11/12 - BucklesSimilar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts frictionally engaging surface of straps with clamping devices turnable clamp
A watchstrap is provided with a novel ratcheting buckle and strap, whereby the user may incrementally adjust fitment of a corresponding watch via a ratcheting mechanism embodied between the ratcheting buckle and strap. The strap includes a first strap portion and a second strap portion. The first strap portion has a linear rack and a plurality of teeth embedded in the linear rack. The second strap portion is coupled to a buckle wherein the buckle is configured to slideably engage with one or more of the plurality of teeth as the first strap portion is inserted through the buckle and translated therethrough. Terminal ends of both the first strap portion and the second strap portion are each configured to couple to the corresponding watch.
A44C 5/14 - BraceletsWrist-watch strapsFastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps characterised by the way of fastening to a wrist-watch or the like
The disclosure concerns an inner duty belt and related system. The inner duty belt has an inner side and an outer side, and includes a waist portion having a first touch fastener coupled to the outer side, an attachment portion having a connecting element configured to engage with the waist portion, and a flexible portion disposed between the waist portion and the attachment portion. The flexible portion is configured to fold upon convergence of the waist and attachment portions. The flexible portion of the inner duty belt allows the inner duty belt to easily increase and decrease in circumference while engaged with an outer duty belt.
The disclosure concerns an inner duty belt and related system. The inner duty belt has an inner side and an outer side, and includes a waist portion, an attachment portion having a connecting element configured to engage with the waist portion, and a flexible portion disposed between the waist portion and the attachment portion. The flexible portion comprises a lower relative stiffness than either the waist portion or the attachment portion. The flexible portion is configured to fold upon convergence of the waist and attachment portions.
The disclosure concerns an inner duty belt and related system. The inner duty belt has an inner side and an outer side, and includes a waist portion having a first touch fastener coupled to the outer side, an attachment portion having a connecting element configured to engage with the waist portion, and a flexible portion disposed between the waist portion and the attachment portion. The flexible portion is configured to fold upon convergence of the waist and attachment portions. The flexible portion of the inner duty belt allows the inner duty belt to easily increase and decrease in circumference while engaged with an outer duty belt.
A system for suspending articles of firearms is disclosed, the system including one or more pockets, one or more magnets disposed in the one or more pockets, and a firearm article wherein the firearm article and the one or more magnets are magnetically coupled so as to form an engagement to at least a portion of the one or more pockets. In one embodiment, a backpack is disclosed having a lumbar compartment disposed between a storage compartment and a user wearing the backpack. The lumber compartment comprises a magnet-containing pocket, the magnet-containing pocket having a magnet configured to suspend a firearm article magnetically coupled therewith. The backpack further includes one or more access points for allowing access to a user for efficiently grabbing a firearm article suspended while wearing the backpack.
A wristwatch is provided incorporating one of a plurality of possible case embodiments, such as, without limitation, mechanical and electronic movements, and a novel ratcheting buckle and corresponding strap, whereby the user may incrementally adjust fitment of the watch via a ratcheting mechanism embodied between the ratcheting buckle and strap. In an embodiment, the watch comprises a strap including a first strap portion and a second strap portion. The first strap portion comprises a linear rack and a plurality of teeth embedded in the linear rack. The second strap portion coupled to a buckle wherein the buckle comprises a pawl configured to slideably engage up to each of the plurality of teeth of the linear rack as the first strap portion is inserted through a buckle aperture and translated therethrough.
A44C 5/14 - BraceletsWrist-watch strapsFastenings for bracelets or wrist-watch straps characterised by the way of fastening to a wrist-watch or the like
The disclosure concerns eyeglasses with an integrated magnetic clip for removably attaching the eyeglasses to a wearer's clothing, a vehicular sun visor, or other object. The eyeglasses may embody any wearable optics device, such as, prescription glasses, reading glasses, sunglasses, and the like. In some embodiments, the eyeglasses further include a shield element positioned between a magnetic element of the magnetic clip and a wearer's body for reducing or eliminating magnetic field effects on the body of the wearer.
The disclosure concerns eyeglasses with an integrated magnetic clip for removably attaching the eyeglasses to a wearer's clothing, a vehicular sun visor, or other object. The eyeglasses may embody any wearable optics device, such as, prescription glasses, reading glasses, sunglasses, and the like. In some embodiments, the eyeglasses further include a shield element positioned between a magnetic element of the magnetic clip and a wearer's body for reducing or eliminating magnetic field effects on the body of the wearer.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
18 - Leather and imitations of leather
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
Goods & Services
Bags adapted for laptops; Messenger bags especially adapted for holding laptops; Wheeled messenger bags especially adapted for holding laptops All-purpose carrying bags; All purpose sport bags; Backpacks; Luggage; Wallets; Wallets incorporating RFID blocking technology; Wallets made of leather or other materials; Wheeled duffle bags; Business card holders in the nature of wallets; Card wallets; Duffle bags; Leather bags; Leather bags, suitcases and wallets; Leather credit card wallets; Messenger bags; Overnight bags; Pocket wallets; Purses and wallets; Suit bags; Tote bags; Traveling bags; Travelling bags; Weekend bags; none of the foregoing relating to swimwear or beach and swim cover-ups Jackets; Jeans; Long underwear; Pants; Socks; Underwear; Athletic pants; Briefs as underwear; Denim jeans; Dress pants; Heavy jackets; Hunting jackets; Jackets and socks; Leather jackets; Long jackets; Men's socks; Men's underwear; Men's dress socks; Motorcycle jackets; Outer jackets; Rain jackets; Sports jackets; Sports pants; Sweat-absorbent underwear; Thermal underwear; Track jackets; Track pants; Trekking jackets; Trouser socks; Wind resistant jackets; all of the foregoing to exclude swimwear and beach and swim cover-ups
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
18 - Leather and imitations of leather
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
Goods & Services
Bags adapted for laptops; Messenger bags especially adapted for holding laptops; Wheeled messenger bags especially adapted for holding laptops All-purpose carrying bags; All purpose sport bags; Backpacks; Luggage; Wallets; Wallets incorporating RFID blocking technology; Wallets made of leather or other materials; Wheeled duffle bags; Business card holders in the nature of wallets; Card wallets; Duffle bags; Leather bags; Leather bags, suitcases and wallets; Leather credit card wallets; Messenger bags; Overnight bags; Pocket wallets; Purses and wallets; Suit bags; Tote bags; Traveling bags; Travelling bags; Weekend bags; none of the foregoing relating to swimwear or beach and swim cover-ups Jackets; Jeans; Long underwear; Pants; Socks; Underwear; Athletic pants; Briefs as underwear; Denim jeans; Dress pants; Heavy jackets; Hunting jackets; Jackets and socks; Leather jackets; Long jackets; Men's socks; Men's underwear; Men's dress socks; Motorcycle jackets; Outer jackets; Rain jackets; Sports jackets; Sports pants; Sweat-absorbent underwear; Thermal underwear; Track jackets; Track pants; Trekking jackets; Trouser socks; Wind resistant jackets; all of the foregoing to exclude swimwear and beach and swim cover-ups
Belts, namely, men's track belts and ratchet belts; hats, namely, men's baseball hats; jackets, namely, men's casual wear jackets; shirts, namely, men's daily wear and casual shirts, all of the foregoing to exclude swimwear and beach/swim cover-ups; leather belts, namely, men's daily wear and casual wear belts made of leather
A ratchet belt system including a belt having a notch strip extending along a portion of the length thereof. The notch strip is formed of a plurality of adjacent notches, each being configured to engage a ratcheting tab of an associated buckle. In an embodiment, the tab is coupled to a release lever that is oriented toward a receptacle portion of the buckle for ergonomically improving the release mechanics. In another embodiment the belt comprises a first notch strip about a first surface of the belt and a second notch strip about a second surface of the belt opposite of the first surface. Other improvements include accessories configured to engage with the ratchet belt system for display and storage thereof.
A ratchet belt system includes a belt having a notch strip extending along a portion of the length thereof. The notch strip is formed of a plurality of adjacent notches, each being configured to engage a ratcheting tab of an associated buckle. The belt is configured with a first belt layer, a second belt layer, and a monolithic insert disposed between the first and second layers. The belt with monolithic insert can be configured for use with a gun holster.
A44B 11/06 - BucklesSimilar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts frictionally engaging surface of straps with clamping devices
A41F 9/00 - Belts, girdles, or waistbands for trousers or skirts
A44B 11/12 - BucklesSimilar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts frictionally engaging surface of straps with clamping devices turnable clamp
A41F 9/02 - Expansible or adjustable belts or girdles
A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
A47F 7/12 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for tiesShow stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for collars
A ratchet belt system includes a belt having a notch strip extending along a portion of the length thereof. The notch strip is formed of a plurality of adjacent notches, each being configured to engage a ratcheting tab of an associated buckle. In an embodiment, the tab is coupled to a release lever that is oriented toward a receptacle portion of the buckle for ergonomically improving the release mechanics and preventing accidental release of the engaged tab a user is leaned forward in a seated position. In another embodiment the belt includes a first notch strip about a first surface of the belt and a second notch strip about a second surface of the belt opposite of the first surface, thereby providing a reversible ratcheting belt. Other improvements include accessories configured to engage with the ratchet belt system for display and storage thereof.
A44B 11/00 - BucklesSimilar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts
A41F 9/00 - Belts, girdles, or waistbands for trousers or skirts
A44B 11/12 - BucklesSimilar fasteners for interconnecting straps or the like, e.g. for safety belts frictionally engaging surface of straps with clamping devices turnable clamp
