Title: Key

Abstract: The present invention provides a key capable of being rapidly and efficiently identified by the user, whether in a lighted or dark environment. In a number of preferred embodiments of this invention, the key carries a panel or strip on which the user, at his or her option, may apply indicia in the form of a name, identification of the cooperative cylinder lock with which the key is associated, or, by way of example only, a decorative symbol which may catch the user's fancy or political persuasion. Magnifying, duplicate viewing and phosphorescent-type members are contemplated as coming within the scope of this invention, as are small tactile projections which are capable of being used and/or changed by the user to identify the key without actually viewing it.

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Inventors: Levy, Lawrence L. (Baldwin, NY, US)

Application Number: 896555
Filing Date: 1978-04-14
Publication_date: 1980-02-19
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Primary Class(es): 40/330 40/634, 428/13
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US Patent Ref:

312545	Feb, 1885	Zeilin	40/330.
1485075	Feb, 1924	Gumaer	40/330.
2065468	Dec, 1936	Keil	40/330.
2533006	Dec, 1950	Goldsmith	40/330.
2781594	Feb, 1957	Stupell	40/330.
3324586	Jun, 1967	Mitchell	40/330.
4073612	Feb, 1978	Nitta	40/10.

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Primary Examiner: Pitrelli, John F.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Sutton; Paul J.