Locks – Portable – Padlocks
Reexamination Certificate
2010-08-05
2011-11-01
Barrett, Suzanne (Department: 3673)
Locks
Portable
Padlocks
C070S024000, C070S025000, C070S056000, C070S284000, C070S285000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08047027
ABSTRACT:
A multiple function lock comprising a body, an engaging element having a first end and a second end, a locking mechanism for securing the first end and the second end of the engaging element to the body, and a gate mechanism for selectively concealing or revealing a passage in the body through which the second end may move to unlock the lock. In certain embodiments, a multiple function lock may comprise a body, a U-shaped shackle having toe and heel portions, the heel portion rotatably secured within the body, a locking mechanism for locking the heel and the toe portions within the body, a passage through the body adjacent to the toe portion, the toe portion adapted to move through the passage to unlock the lock, and either a retaining cup, an adjustable gate, or an outer housing, each being adapted to selectively block or reveal the passage.
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Loughlin John
Loughlin Robert
Barrett Suzanne
Diehl Servilla LLC
Stanton Concepts, L.L.C.
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