Shoelace clasp

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8739373
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13868982

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A clasp for clasping the end sections of a shoelace for tightening a shoe is configurable between an open position for receiving the end sections and a closed position clasping the end sections. The clasp is connected to a shoe and generally includes a base and a cover hingedly connected to the base. The base includes two elongate channels for receiving the shoelace ends. The cover closes over the base and the received laces. The cover and base include cooperating ratchet teeth that allow the laces to be tightened but not loosened without opening the cover.

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BERMAN BARRY JNot Provided

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Berman, Barry J Jacksonville, US 3 22

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