Safes – bank protection – or a related device – Supports and mountings – Detachable from interior only
Patent
1994-02-28
1996-05-07
Boucher, Darnell M.
Safes, bank protection, or a related device
Supports and mountings
Detachable from interior only
220 8, 109 59R, E05G 104
Patent
active
055135803
ABSTRACT:
This invention discloses a lockbox or safe for storing possessions, which can be installed in a closet in a manner that requires opening the lockbox before it can be removed from the closet. This is done by providing one or more extensions (such as side walls, rigid shafts, or end caps) that can be extended outwardly from either or both sides of the lockbox. When retracted, the lockbox has dimensions that allow it to be inserted into the closet through the closet door. After it is positioned on the floor of the closet, the compartment door is opened. This provides access to a mechanism that controls the positioning of the extensions, such as bolts or cotter pins that interact with multiple spaced holes in sliding mechanisms. The extension locking mechanism is unlocked, and the extensions are pushed outwardly until they press against the side walls of the closet. As long as the lockbox remains locked, the extensions pressing against the side walls of the closet will prevent the lockbox from being removed from the closet, unless the door jamb-and/or closet walls are destroyed. Since such destruction is beyond the capability and desire of most thieves, the lockbox and its valuables will be secure against most attempted break-ins. For homes or apartments, these lockboxes can also be screwed or bolted to the floor or wall of a closet, using screws or bolts that can be removed only when the lockbox is open. These lockboxes can also be secured in a similar manner inside automobile trunks.
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Boucher Darnell M.
Kelly Patrick D.
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