Lockable latch with catch for a safe

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2005-05-24

2005-05-24

Mah, Chuck Y. (Department: 3676)

Locks

Special application

For portable articles

C070S069000, C070S159000, C292S122000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06895789

ABSTRACT:
This lockable latch with catch for use with briefcase type fireproof safes allows the user to carry the safe by its handle (briefcase style) without the lid being locked to the body. It has both a latch and a catch that can pivot or move away from their engagement positions in a plane parallel to, and within, the body of the safe. A release button pivots the latch away from its engagement position and thereby unlatches the latch. Alternatively, a locking member can be interposed so as to prevent the latch from pivoting away from its position of engagement with the catch when the safe is locked. When the locking member is engaged and the latch is thereby locked into engagement position, the ability of the catch to temporarily pivot or move out of the way of the latch still allows the safe lid to snap shut.

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