Inventors:
Ernest H. Lacore - Cromwell CT
Thomas S. Weaver - Essex Junction VT
International Classification:
A44B 1300
F16B 210
F16G 1100
Abstract:
A mechanism for fastening a hook to a shock cord. The mechanism uses a cap to enclose and capture an end of the shock cord inside a cavity of the fastening mechanism. The fastening mechanism includes an aperture and side openings which each expose its inner cavity. A shock cord is fed through the aperture and at least one side opening, enlarged by doubling over and crimping and secured therein by an endcap. Alternatively, the slot and aperture are joined, which allows the shock cord to be easily pressed into the cavity.