Hat retaining device/multi-purpose strap

Abstract

This device was originated to keep a hat on a head. The device attaches to the lower edge of a hat, and is easily removed. It uses a simple, small tensioning device; to secure the strap under the chin of the wearer. When in use, the strap will not interfere with the activity of the wearer. This invention has turned out to also be very useful as a general utility strap to secure, or hang a wide variety of objects.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . Though there have been other patents for hat retaining devices, this device uses a unique combination of elements. A cord (line, rope, string, or strap); two spring clips (such as alligator clips); and two “O” rings combined together to form a friction tensioning device. 
     
     
         2 . The two “O” rings work in conjunction with each other, mated perpendicular to each other. One is vertical in use and the other is horizontal. Both “O” rings are the same size. The horizontal “O” ring passes through the vertical “O” ring, so the horizontal “O” ring is slightly compressed into an oblong shape. The cord then passes down through the horizontal “O” ring, makes a loop, and passes back up through the other side of the horizontal “O” ring. 
     
     
         3 . The hat retaining device can be made with a variety of sizes of cord, rope, line, string or strap. The “O” ring size can be changed to accommodate the different materials. The concept of the tensioning device remains the same. This patent shall cover the use of any “O” ring, washer, or other similar shaped object, in this described configuration.