U.S. patent application number 12/030517 was filed with the patent office on 2008-09-04 for doggie wallet.
Invention is credited to Mickey Beyer Clausen.
Application Number | 20080210723 12/030517 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 39732373 |
Filed Date | 2008-09-04 |
United States Patent
Application |
20080210723 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Clausen; Mickey Beyer |
September 4, 2008 |
DOGGIE WALLET
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a multi-compartment
portable container with separated openings, including one
specifically designed for dispensing rolled or folded materials
such as plastic bags. The present invention is useful for carrying
multiple items related to walking and clean up after a domesticated
animal, and is designed for one-handed access to such items.
Inventors: |
Clausen; Mickey Beyer;
(Southhampton, NY) |
Correspondence
Address: |
GOTTLIEB RACKMAN & REISMAN PC
270 MADISON AVENUE, 8TH FLOOR
NEW YORK
NY
10016-0601
US
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Family ID: |
39732373 |
Appl. No.: |
12/030517 |
Filed: |
February 13, 2008 |
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60953486 |
Aug 2, 2007 |
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60901222 |
Feb 14, 2007 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
224/191 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45C 13/02 20130101;
A45C 1/04 20130101; A45F 5/02 20130101; A45C 15/00 20130101; A45C
2011/001 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
224/191 |
International
Class: |
A45F 5/00 20060101
A45F005/00 |
Claims
1. A portable storage container comprising: a first storage
compartment having side walls; a second storage compartment; and a
drawer slidably received in said second storage compartment;
wherein said first compartment opens by separation of said side
walls from one another; and wherein said second storage compartment
includes a first opening which is selectively alignable with a
second opening in the drawer for selectively dispensing content
contained in said drawer.
2. The container of claim 1, wherein said side walls pivotably open
and close to enable selective access to said first compartment.
3. The container of claim 1, wherein said sliding drawer is fully
removable.
4. The container of claim 1, wherein said first storage compartment
further includes a sliding latch for selectively opening and
closing said first storage compartment.
5. The container of claim 1, wherein said first compartment
includes a divider for partitioning said first compartment.
6. The container of claim 5, wherein said divider is selectively
removable.
7. The container of claim 1, further comprising means for attaching
said container to a product.
8. The container of claim 7, wherein the attaching means comprises
a plurality of spaced knobs depending from said container.
9. The container of claim 8, wherein the attaching means further
includes an elasticized cord removably wrapped about said spaced
knobs.
10. The container of claim 7, wherein the attaching means further
includes a clip removably coupled to one of said knobs.
11. The container of claim 7, wherein the attaching means includes
a key clip removably coupled to one of said knobs.
12. The container of claim 9, wherein said knobs include a stem
depending from said container sized to accommodate said wrapped
elasticized cord.
13. The container of claim 1, wherein said container has an
external surface covered at least in part by rubber.
14. The container of claim 1, wherein said container has an
external surface covered at least in part by fabric.
15. The container of claim 1, wherein said container has an
external surface covered at least in part by leather.
16. The container of claim 1, wherein said drawer houses a
plurality of bags individually dispensable through said openings
when said openings are aligned.
17. The container of claim 1, wherein said drawer houses a
cartridge having an orifice which is in alignment with said first
and second openings when said first and second openings are
aligned.
18. A system for walking a domesticated animal comprising: a wallet
including means for attachment thereto; a leash; and a plurality of
separable and flexible product units wherein said wallet is defined
as a multi-compartment container having a dispensing portion for
selectively dispensing--said plurality of separable and flexible
product units--housed therein, said wallet including a first
compartment which opens by separation of side walls from one
another and a second compartment for defining said dispensing
portion, said second compartment having a first opening, said
opening being sized to enable one of said product units to be
selectively dispensed therethrough. wherein said leash is defined
as a strap having a first end suitable for being grasped by a user
and a second end suitable for attachment to a collar or harness
attached to a domesticated animal, wherein said attachment means of
said wallet is designed for removable attachment to said leash at
any location therealong between said first and second ends.
19. The system of claim 18, further including a drawer slidably
receivable in said second compartment, said drawer housing said
plurality of product units and being formed with a second opening
selectively alignable with said first opening when said drawer is
fully received in said second compartment, said openings when
aligned being sized to enable said one of said product units to be
dispensed through said openings.
20. The system of claim 19, wherein said attachment means comprises
a plurality of knobs depending from said container and a cord
wrapped about said knobs, said leash being sized to pass through
said wrapped cord.
Description
[0001] This application claims priority to U.S. provisional patent
application No. 60/953,486, filed on Aug. 2, 2007, and to U.S.
provisional patent application No. 60/901,222, filed on Feb. 14,
2007.
BACKGROUND OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
[0002] Walkers of domesticated animals generally need several
distinct items in their possession when going outside--the obvious
one being clean-up bags. Often, walkers also bring treats for
outdoor training purposes (such as may be recommended by trainers),
cash and/or credit cards, and keys to get back into their home.
Some dog walkers bring portable electronics, such as a cell phone,
a PDA, or an MP3 player. Walkers also need to access these items
while retaining hold of the dog's leash. As such, for a typical
event of walking one's dog, it is likely that numerous items may be
brought along, and some items need to be kept separated from one
another. For example, treats should not be kept with plastic bags
or potentially dirty keys. In addition, because an animal is being
walked, the walker is generally holding a leash and has only one
free hand with which to access items.
[0003] Resourceful users have found ways to meet some but not all
of these needs. Some dog walkers keep their clean-up bags, treats,
money, keys, etc. on their person, sometimes in different clothes
pockets. Such a solution may require "stuffing" pockets or may use
a backpack or other carrying device. But unless a user has a
sufficient number of pockets, such a solution does not meet the
needs of one-handed access and separated compartments.
[0004] Satchels presently exist which allow one to carry some of
the items, but the satchels often do not have separate compartments
or require two-handed operation. For example, portable clean-up bag
dispensing products exist. Some of these products also have the
ability to attach to a leash through use of an included clip or
clasp. However, such products do not afford the ability to
separately store other items as well and, in some cases, separating
bags from one another or from the dispenser is a two-handed
operation. In addition, when attached to the loop of a leash, some
of these products dangle, which can be annoying to the walker, the
animal, or both.
[0005] Other products are portable, yet only have a single storage
site. These products are insufficient solutions as items like
treats become intermingled with metal keys or other potentially
non-animal friendly items.
[0006] Accordingly, it would be desirable to provide a product
which overcomes these disadvantages.
SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
[0007] The present invention is directed to a multi-compartment
wallet, specifically useful for carrying items necessary for
domesticated animal walking and clean up. The present invention
permits one-handed access to all items stored therewithin.
[0008] In its most basic form, the present invention is defined as
a wallet comprised of multiple compartments. The wallet is further
defined as having a first compartment with sub-compartments
preferably defined within it. The first compartment can be opened
and closed with one hand; it opens by the separation of pivotably
movable side walls. A flexible divider is preferably disposed
within the first compartment for defining sub-compartments within
said first compartment.
[0009] Additionally, the wallet is further defined as having a
second compartment. This second compartment houses a slidable
drawer. The slidable drawer may be removable. Contents may be
inserted therewithin either individually, in aggregate, or by
insertion of a cartridge. Each of the second compartment and the
drawer has an opening in its lowermost section. These openings
selectively align to permit access to items stored in the drawer,
even when the wallet is otherwise closed. In other words, the
openings serve as a dispenser so as to allow easy access to the
first of a series of items stored in the drawer. The drawer is
particularly suitable for storing bags, wipes, or tissues, any of
which may be accessed through the aligned dispensing holes.
[0010] In addition, the wallet also is comprised of a plurality of
knobs preferably disposed on one side, which are collectively used
for coupling the wallet to a product, such as an animal leash or
belt or other clothing article removably affixed to one or more of
the knobs. This is achieved by utilizing a variety of different
attaching devices, such as elasticized cords and clips. When in
use, the wallet need not be carried by the user, but instead may be
coupled to the product by means of the attaching device in several
different ways. The wallet may be strapped to a belt or leash. It
may also be clipped to a belt, pants, or another article of
clothing, or to a leash.
[0011] Generally speaking, when the attaching device is an
elasticized cord or similar device, the device encircles the knobs
to form a secure attachment. When used with an elasticized cord
under tension, these knobs also may be used for securely attaching
one or more additional items to the outside of the wallet, such as
an MP3 player or cell phone. These externally-attached item can be
secured such that their display and control panels may be seen and
accessed without opening the wallet.
[0012] In summary, a walker of domesticated animals often needs
one-handed access to numerous items, including clean-up materials,
some of which must be stored separately from one another. The
present invention solves this need by providing for a portable
device that can be used when walking one or more domesticated
animals.
[0013] Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to
provide a device for conveniently storing items necessary when
walking a domesticated pet.
[0014] It is also an object of the present invention to provide for
a multi-compartment portable container in which each item in the
container can be extracted using a single hand.
[0015] It is a further object of the present invention to provide
for a dispenser to be housed within a portable storage device.
[0016] The invention accordingly comprises a device embodying the
certain features of construction, combination of elements and
arrangement of parts and an article which possess these
characteristics, properties and relation of elements, all as
exemplified in the detailed disclosure hereinafter set forth, and
the scope of the invention will be indicated in the claims.
DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES
[0017] For a fuller understanding of the invention, reference is
made to the following description, taken in connection with the
accompanying drawings, in which:
[0018] FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of the various
component parts of the wallet;
[0019] FIG. 1A is a top plan view of the inventive wallet in
assembled form;
[0020] FIG. 1B is a front elevational view of the inventive wallet
in assembled form;
[0021] FIG. 1C is a side elevational view of the inventive wallet
in assembled form;
[0022] FIG. 1D is a rear elevational view of the inventive wallet
in assembled form;
[0023] FIG. 1E is a bottom plan view of the inventive wallet in
assembled form;
[0024] FIG. 1F is a perspective view of the inventive wallet in
assembled form;
[0025] FIG. 1G is a rear plan view of the inventive wallet with an
elasticized cord attached to and extending from it and shown
attached to a leash;
[0026] FIG. 2A is a perspective view of the inventive wallet in
assembled form and in an open condition;
[0027] FIG. 2B is a perspective view of the inventive wallet
similar to FIG. 2A and showing materials inserted therewithin;
[0028] FIG. 3A is a perspective view of the inventive wallet
showing a slidable drawer being removed therefrom and bag cartridge
receivably in said drawer;
[0029] FIG. 3B is a perspective view of the cartridge shown in FIG.
3A;
[0030] FIG. 4A is an exploded view of the inventive wallet shown
with a belt or strap affixed thereto using said elasticized
cord;
[0031] FIG. 4B is an elevational rear view of a pair of inventive
wallets with a clip fixed to one and being removed from the
other;
[0032] FIG. 4C is an elevational back view of the inventive wallet
when used with the elasticized cord and a key clip;
[0033] FIG. 4D is an elevational rear view of an embodiment of the
inventive wallet, whereby all knobs are attached along a side
wall;
[0034] FIG. 5A is an enlarged perspective view showing a portion of
the inventive wallet in an open condition and revealing a removable
tab along the edge of a side wall; and
[0035] FIG. 5B is an enlarged perspective view showing a portion of
the inventive wallet in an open condition and revealing an exposed
notch following removal of the insert.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
[0036] Inventive wallet 10 is defined as a wallet with multiple
compartments, comprised of a first compartment 200 defined by a
pair of movable side walls 80 and 85 and dividable into
sub-compartments 211 and 222, and a second compartment 31 including
a first opening 60 and a drawer 95, with the drawer including a
second opening 96 such that first opening 60 and second opening 96
are selectively alignable to form a dispenser. FIG. 1 depicts the
components of inventive wallet 10. In general, wallet 10 is
cylinder-like in shape, but with ovular sides. In the preferred
embodiment, all of the components of wallet 10 shown in FIG. 1,
except for outer shell 8, are comprised of a hard, molded plastic
material. Other materials may alternatively be used, however, these
materials should have similar structural attribute so as to protect
the contents of the wallet.
[0037] In particular, the general shape of the wallet is formed by
an structure 2 and side walls 80 and 85. Structure 2 is defined by
a lower hollow half cylindrical segment 21, a plate 22 horizontally
overlaying segment 21, and parallel end walls 23, curved at the top
and positioned vertically over the ends of segment 21.
[0038] Segment 21 is further defined by including an open side 32
at one end. As can be seen in FIG. 1E, segment 21 is further
defined by opening 60, which is centered at its bottom. In the
preferred embodiment, opening 60 is generally circular. In an
alternative embodiment, opening 60 may extend linearly in a
lengthwise direction along segment 21 (see FIG. 1E). Opening 60
exists so as to allow a user to remove a bag or other foldable and
flexible item from the interior of the wallet without opening the
wallet. When a bag is retrieved, the shape of the opening allows
for partial exposure of the subsequent bag. This partial exposure
permits one-handed operation.
[0039] Continuing with FIG. 1, side walls 80 and 85 are disposed
vertically on the top of each of the parallel side walls of segment
21 at the line of intersection 42 between segment 21 and plate 22,
thereby defining an upper compartment.
[0040] In a preferred embodiment, a divider 100 is disposed
vertically inside of first compartment 200 of wallet 10. Each end
wall 23 of structure 2 includes two slots 24, intended for matingly
receiving peg 41 extending from either end of each of side walls 80
and 85. End walls 23 include an additional slot 25 centered at the
lower portion thereof for matingly receiving a peg 43 depending
from the bottom ends of divider 100. In particular, slots 24,
together with pegs 41, provide for pivotable connection between end
walls 23 of structure 2 and side walls 80 and 85, and permit the
side walls to independently pivot in a fixed rotation around line
of intersection 42. The size of slots 24 dictates the angle of
maximum opening. In the preferred embodiment, side walls 80 and 85
can be opened to up to 60 degrees. In alternate embodiments, side
walls 80 and 85 will open as little as 30 degrees or as much as 180
degrees. Sixty degrees is preferred so as to limit the ability for
items to fall out during transit while concurrently assuring the
positional integrity of divider 100.
[0041] Attention is directed now to FIG. 1A-1F, which show,
respectively, top, front, side, rear, bottom, and perspective
exterior views of the preferred embodiment of the assembled wallet
10 and which also show the outer shell of the wallet with
additional components protruding from the core structure.
[0042] Wallet 10 is internally comprised of two separate
compartments. Referring back to FIG. 1, side walls 80 and 85,
together with plate 22, define first compartment 200 of wallet 10.
The reader is directed to FIGS. 2A-2B, which depict the opened
first compartment 200. First compartment 200 is located within the
upper portion of wallet 10. First compartment 200 has the ability
to open and close through pivotable rotation of side walls 80 and
85. The first compartment is intended for carrying various items
related to walking or for the animal's use, including, but not
limited to treats for outdoor training purposes (which typically
are recommended by trainers), human snacks, money (cash and/or
credit card), digital media players, cell phones, PDAs, health
insurance cards, personal identification, dog tags, permits, and
keys.
[0043] Wallet 10 also houses a second compartment 31. Second
compartment 31 is defined by segment 21 and plate 22 of structure
2. In the preferred embodiment, second compartment 31 houses a
slidable drawer 95, selectively housed in wallet 10 (see FIG. 3A).
In the preferred embodiment, segment 21 has a protruding stop
within it (not shown), which precludes full removal of drawer 95.
In other embodiments, drawer 95 may be fully removable. Drawer 95
is generally semi-cylindrical in shape. In the center bottom of
drawer 95 is passage 96. When drawer 95 is closed, passage 96
selectively aligns with opening 60 so as to permit removal of
contents within drawer 95. The aligned opening 60 and passage 96
together form a dispensing vehicle for the contents of drawer
95.
[0044] Bags, wipes, or tissues, among other items, may be inserted
in drawer 95 in several ways. As shown in FIG. 3B, in the preferred
embodiment, bags are packaged within a cartridge 97, which itself
has an aperture 98 in its bottom that selectively aligns with
passage 96 and opening 60 so as to permit selective removal of a
bag from cartridge 97. In alternate embodiments, bags may be rolled
or interspersed with one another, or the cartridge may contain,
wipes, tissues, or any number of separable and foldable units. As
can be seen in FIG. 3A, cartridge 97 is placed inside of drawer 95.
In alternate embodiments separable and foldable units may be stored
directly in drawer 95, without the use of such a cartridge.
[0045] As can be seen in FIG. 3B, in the preferred embodiment, bags
are used, which may be aligned one on top of the next, with the
bags folded and interspersed to aid in access to the next bag.
Alternatively, the bags may be in their own roll and the roll may
be inserted in the drawer. When the bags are either in a roll or
interspersed, the final bag or bags may be distinguished in some
way, such as by color, so as to identify to the user that only a
few bags remain and replacements are needed. In alternate
embodiments, other separable and foldable units, such as tissues
may be used.
[0046] Attention is directed to FIG. 2A-2B. In the preferred
embodiment, divider 100 is included in first compartment 200.
Divider 100 is formed of molded plastic. In the preferred
embodiment, divider 100 structurally is a generally rectangular
flexible cross-piece extending the length of the wallet, with a
protruding peg 43 at each lower end, as alluded to before. One peg
43 extends from each side of divider 100 and is coupled to a slot
25 within each end wall 23. Slots 25 are larger than pegs 43 so
that pegs 43 of divider 100 are flexibly pinned in place, to permit
divider 100 laterally movement within the compartment. The size of
slot 25 dictates the limit of side-to-side movement of divider 100.
Divider 100 is used to sub-divide the first compartment 200 into
multiple smaller compartments, such as subcompartments 211 and 222
as shown in FIG. 2A. Divider 100 is flexible and is movable within
the first compartment or may be removed entirely. Divider 100 may
also bend. This flexibility of movement of divider 100 permits
subcompartments to be different sizes as the need arises. As can be
seen in FIG. 2B, divider 100 permits a user to separate animal
treats 114 from credit cards 110 and keys 112 so as to maintain the
treats in a cleaner environment.
[0047] Divider 100 may alternatively be formed in other shapes or
in pieces such that the first compartment may have several smaller
compartments and/or compartments of different sizes or shapes. For
example, divider 100 may be shaped like an "X" to allow for four
internal compartments or a "T" to allow for three compartments.
[0048] In one embodiment, interior walls of first compartment 200
or drawer 95 may be lined with a fabric attached using an adhesive.
The purpose of such fabric would be to reduce noise or better
protect the contents.
[0049] In the preferred embodiment, outer shell 8 surrounds the
exterior of structure 2 and side walls 80 and 85 of wallet 10 and
is formed of a rubberized strip of material, cut to the size of the
wallet. As can be seen in FIG. 1, sections of the strip are
removed, including first orifice 28 for alignment with opening 60
and second orifices 27, for subsequent attachment of knobs 30, 35A,
and 35B. Outer shell 8 is affixed to structure 2 and side walls 80
and 85 of wallet 10 using an adhesive.
[0050] In alternate embodiments, outer shell 8 may be comprised of
other materials, including but not limited to leather or any of a
number of fabrics, so as to improve aesthetics or comfort. This
optional leather or fabric overlay may have a variety of visual
patterns and colors and is affixed to the outer shell using any of
a number of common adhesives.
[0051] As can particularly be seen in FIG. 1D, in the preferred
embodiment an exterior side 11 of wallet 10 is comprised of three
oval-shaped knobs 30, 35A, and 35B. Knob 30 is located along the
upper center portion of wallet 10. Knobs 35A and 35B are located
along the bottom portion of wallet 10, equidistance from the
vertical center. In the preferred embodiment, knobs 35A and 35B are
each centered approximately one inch from the sides. Also in the
preferred embodiment, all three knobs are identical. The knobs are
fixed in a generally horizontal position. In alternate embodiments,
the knobs may differ from one another, may be fixed in different
positions, or may be rotatable in position.
[0052] In alternate embodiments, knobs may be placed on both sides
of wallet 10 concurrently. Each side may have three knobs or each
side may have different quantities of knobs, such as one side
having three and the opposite having one.
[0053] Attention is directed to FIG. 4D, showing an alternate
embodiment whereby knobs 35A and 35B may be placed above drawer 95,
such that any elasticized cord may remain under tension when the
first compartment is opened.
[0054] Generally speaking, at least one protruding stem 36 extends
from the underside of each of knobs 30, 35A, and 35B for attachment
to wallet 10. In the preferred embodiment, two stems 36 protrude
from the underside of each knob, with a void 37 between the two
stems. Knobs 30, 35A, and 35B are attached to wallet 10 by use of
plastic rivets located within protruding stems 36. Stems 36 and
void 37 of each knob may be used as elements of an attachment
means. For example, as shown in FIG. 1D, when an elasticized cord
50 is used, cord 50 may be fed through void 37 and then secured by
surrounding knob 30 and tightening. If elasticized cord 50 is a
loop, cord 50 may be attached to knobs 30, 35A, and 35B by
surrounding all three knobs or by feeding cord 50 through void 37
and then surrounding the knobs. If cord 50 is not a loop, it may
still be tied around the knobs and/or fed through void 37.
[0055] Knobs 30, 35A, and 35B serve multiple purposes. In one
embodiment, elasticized cord 50 is tightly wrapped around the
knobs. When under tension, elasticized cord 50 is particularly
useful for holding an object in place along side of the wallet, yet
having the object visually and functionally accessible. FIG. 4A
shows attachment of wallet 10 to a belt using elasticized cord 50.
Alternatively, the elasticized cord may extend beyond the wallet
and that extension may be used for attaching wallet 10 to another
device, such as a leash. In addition, elasticized cord 50 may be
used for holding devices in place along the outer wall of the
wallet, as can be seen in FIG. 1G. In one embodiment, as shown in
FIG. 1DB, elasticized cord 50 includes tab 40. Tab 40 is useful for
easily removing elasticized cord 50 when said cord is under
tension.
[0056] In additional embodiments, other devices may be used in lieu
of or in addition to elasticized cord 50. The reader is directed to
FIG. 4B, which shows a pair of wallets 10, one with clip 130
attached and the other with clip 130 not attached. Clip 130 may be
used instead of elasticized cord 50. Clip 130 permits attachment of
wallet 10 to, for example, pants, a belt, a strap of another item
such as a purse, or an article of clothing. Clip 130 itself
attaches to knob 30 by snapping in place over knob 30. Clip 130 is
formed of a shape to conform to the shape of side wall 80. Clip 130
is formed of the same molten plastic as that of side wall 80.
[0057] Attention is directed to FIG. 4C, which shows use of a
ring-clip 140 in addition to use of elasticized cord 50. Ring-clip
140 may attach to knob 30 (see FIG. 4C) or by being fit through
orifice 37 under knob 30. In either case, ring-clip 140 may be used
to attach to another element, such as a ring on a dog's collar.
[0058] In the preferred embodiment, as can be seen in FIG. 1 and
FIGS. 1A-1D, wallet 10 is additionally comprised of a sliding latch
20, which a user slides in one direction to open first compartment
200 and in the opposite direction to close and lock first
compartment 200. In the preferred embodiment, sliding latch 20 is
formed of molded plastic and is covered by the same material as
used in outer shell 8. As shown in FIG. 1A, arrows 26 are embedded
along sliding latch 20 in order to indicate the opening direction.
As can be seen in FIG. 1A-1C, sliding latch 20 is comprised of a
generally curved plastic piece matingly received in slots in the
upper portions of side walls 80 and 85 (not shown). Sliding latch
20 is operated single handedly, so that a user may open or close
the first compartment of the wallet with one hand while
maintaining, for example, a leash, with the other hand. In
alternate embodiments, the closing mechanism may be any of a number
of common closing mechanisms, including but not limited to a clasp,
snaps, or a fold-over lid.
[0059] In a further embodiment of the present invention, the first
compartment may house a device with an attached cable 300 (see FIG.
1F), such as an MP3 player with headphone cable attached. In this
embodiment, as shown in FIG. 5A-5B, side wall 80 or 85 may
additionally be comprised of a removable insert 150. Insert 150 is
made of the same molded plastic as side walls 80 and 85. Insert 150
is located at the top of a side wall 80 or 85 along the edge
thereof. Insert 150 fits removably into a notch 160, as can be seen
in FIG. 5A-5B. This embodiment allows a user to house the cabled
device within first compartment 200 of wallet 10 and have the cable
extend outside of wallet 10 through notch 160, such as would be
useful when attaching headphones. It is noted that insert 150 is
nominally tapered.
[0060] It will thus be seen that the objects set forth above, among
those made apparent from the preceding description, are efficiently
attained and, since certain changes may be made in carrying out the
above process, in the described product, and in the construction
set forth without departing from the spirit and scope of the
invention, it is intended that all matter contained in the above
description and shown in the accompanying drawings shall be
interpreted as illustrated and not in a limiting sense.
[0061] It is also to be understood that the following claims are
intended to cover all of the generic and specific features of the
invention herein described, and all statements of the scope of the
invention which, as a matter of language, might be said to fall
therebetween.
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