Threading device for a mesh style equipment vest

Abstract

The disclosed invention is a threader for use with various modular tactical vest systems. The particular modular vest systems have a weaving interface with attachable storage modules. A strap on a module is attached to the threader and the threader is woven through the support web on the vest. As the threader is pulled through the support web, the module is secured to the vest. Two embodiments for attaching the strap to the threader are disclosed.

1 . A threading device for a mesh tactical vest system, the threading device comprising: 
 a thin strip of flexible material, having a fore end and a hind end;    a chamber, disposed within the hind end and having an access opening; and    a retention means located within the chamber;    wherein a strap with a fastening means and attached to a vest storage module is attached to the threading device's retention means and the strip is woven through a mesh holding system on the vest, thus securing the strap and associated storage module to the vest whereby the attachment means is removed from the retention means and is utilized to complete attachment of the storage module.    
   
   
       2 . The threading device of  claim 1 , the retention means being a button fastener.  
   
   
       3 . The threading device of  claim 2 , further comprising a bulbous head positioned at the fore end.  
   
   
       4 . The threading device of  claim 3 , further comprising a handle, tapered out from the thin strip and enclosing the chamber.  
   
   
       5 . The threading device of  claim 4 , wherein the threader is manufactured from a material selected from the group of materials consisting of: plastic, fiberglass, resin, paper, cardboard and metal.  
   
   
       6 . The threading device of  claim 1 , the retention means comprising at least one ridge formed within the chamber.