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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 23, 2010
Filed:
Aug. 09, 2002
John A. Salentine, Santa Barbara, CA (US);
Kenneth S. Collin, Jr., Ventura, CA (US);
John A. Salentine, Santa Barbara, CA (US);
Kenneth S. Collin, Jr., Ventura, CA (US);
Hammerhead Industries, Inc, Ventura, CA (US);
Abstract
A retractable tether is disclosed which may be used in conjunction with personal communication devices (such as a Cell Phone, Pager or PDA) mounting system for the prevention of loss or damage. The retracting tether may be clipped to a belt, pants or purse next to the location in which the device is being held or stored. The retractable tether allows the device to be easily used while connected to the retracting tether. Should the device be dropped or dislodged from it's clip mount, holster or storage pocket, the retracting tether prevents the device from hitting the ground thereby preventing loss or damage to the device. A separation mechanism is also incorporated to allow the device to be easily removed from the retractable tether.