Pocket loss prevention device

Abstract

Disclosed is a device which removably attaches to a pocket or other type of open enclosure in a garment to prevent the loss of items through accidental loss or theft. The device is comprised of a threaded shaft with a generally flat head which is received by a nut with corresponding interior threads. The threaded shaft extends through the interior and exterior fabric of the pocket and is held in place by the nut, thereby closing off the opening in the pocket and securing the items carried therein. The degree to which the pocket opening is enclosed is controlled by the user so that a balance can be struck between security and convenience of access to the items in the pocket according to the needs of the particular user. The nut is preferably contained in a housing constructed of a material which can be comfortably worn next to the body.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to devices designed to prevent the loss of items carried in pockets or other enclosures in garments through accidental loss or theft, and more particularly, to devices detachably mounted to clothing to close off the opening of a pocket to prevent the loss of such items. [0003] 2. The Prior Art [0004] The desire to prevent the accidental or unauthorized removal of an object from a pocket or other open enclosures in garments has led to the development of many types of devices directed thereto. However, all such devices suffer from drawbacks of one kind or another. Some devices do not sufficiently secure objects in the pocket and still allow a wallet or other items to fall out. On the other end of the spectrum, some devices secure objects so forcefully that removal of objects in the pocket requires an inordinate amount of force or otherwise becomes awkward. Some devices are too bulky and a...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

[0005] The present invention is a device which is removably attached to a garment and secures items in the pocket or other garment enclosure, thereby preventing accidental or unauthorized removal of items from the pocket.

[0006] The device comprises a threaded shaft with a generally flat head on one end. The other end of the threaded shaft extends through holes in the fabric on the exterior and interior of the pocket. The threaded shaft is received by a nut on the opposite side of the interior surface of the garment. The nut is preferably housed in a padded, yielding material which can comfortably rest next to the body. Rotation of the threaded shaft and / or rotation of the nut causes the threaded shaft to be secured in the nut, thus closing off the opening of the pocket or other enclosure of a garment. By rotating the threaded shaft accordingly, the effective length of the assembly can be lengthened or shortened and can thereby increase or reduce the size of the opening of the pocket to suit the needs of the particular user.

Problems solved by technology

However, all such devices suffer from drawbacks of one kind or another.

Some devices do not sufficiently secure objects in the pocket and still allow a wallet or other items to fall out.

On the other end of the spectrum, some devices secure objects so forcefully that removal of objects in the pocket requires an inordinate amount of force or otherwise becomes awkward.

Some devices are too bulky and are uncomfortable to use or result in the reduced aesthetic appeal of the garment during use.

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