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Multiple function lock

  • US 7,021,092 B2
  • Filed: 10/19/2004
  • Issued: 04/04/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/16/2003
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A lock comprising:

  • a body having a cutout through a side portion;

    an outer shell partially surrounding said body;

    a shackle, said shackle having a first end affixed to said body such that said first end is capable of rotation, and said shackle having a second end adapted to fit within said cutout;

    wherein said outer shell is adapted to slide relative to said body between a first position concealing said cutout and a second position relative to said body revealing said cutout, said second end of said shackle being free to enter or leave said cutout when said outer shell is in said second position, movement of said outer shell being in a direction perpendicular to said shackle when said outer shell is moved between said first position and said second position.

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