Titanium Belt-Loop Clip (Prototype)
It’s been a little while…
…since I showed you an actual, real-life-and-honest-to-goodness titanium prototype (…and that’s because I’ve been busy producing the TiTweezers™).
But I’m here now and want to show you something.
Truth be told:
I think I may have showed you this sketch a few weeks ago.
Regardless – here’s the sketch again…
And, as if by magic (although it’s not really “magic”… it’s a ton of time drawing, CAD design, water-jet cutting, hand-grinding and tumbling), here’s what it look like (sorry for the poor-quality photo – sitting in the coffee shop right now):
Here’s the Kicker:
It actually works pretty damn well.
Usually the first prototype I make is waaaaay off the mark (but that’s fine, because that’s what it takes) – but this little thing looks like it only needs a few changes.
The bad(-ish) news is…
I don’t know if I’ll actually make it – because I doubt it’s got enough appeal to enough people. But I thought I’d show it to you anyway. 🙂
One last thing:
The real problem with this one was getting the correct thickness, together with the overall shape, so that it would spring-back when pressed. But, like I said, it works well on this prototype with only minor changes required.
In fact, I reckon it would be a great product sold as a set of, say, five or six. Perhaps to be used camping and so on.
Oh, in case you’re wondering…
It is very, VERY strong – so, no, it doesn’t even come close to opening when you pull on it (with a ton of force) when it’s hanging/dangling.
And, even then – a final version would most likely include some sort of “catch” of “hook” like most carabiners have (I can explain if you don’t know what I mean :-D).
Like it want one or two.
Looks awesome I want some
I think you are wrong in that they don’t have appeal, I’d consider owning one if they were made! I like them, the design is aesthetically pleasing lol
If you develop a hook for the gate you will have a winner especially if you sell it in a 5 pack it’s a perfect size. I really want to see you challenge yourself with a true locking climbing rated carabiner. Though I know that’s asking allot. Keep on keeping on Magnus db 🙂
It appeals to me Magunus. Mark me down for a few.
It looks great, I Iove it’s simplicity I will definately have one when they come up.
I always use a carabiner on my keys. I would definitely get at least one. I don’t know if the hang key is going to be for me (it should be on the way soon) but even if I absutely love it I would still get this! Keep up the great work Magnus!
Magnus,
You gotta make it, I need one, NEED.
Sell them in sets of 4 or 5. They will sell better than anything except, maybe, the tweezers. How could you think that this would NOT be popular?
I’ll buy as well. It looks good to me as it is.
Magnus,
It looks awesome. I have been searching the Internet for a small Ti carabiner for a keychain. This looks great and could be used as the base of a keyring. Just a couple of questions, How thick would titanium be? How large would this be over all? Maybe two versions one in pocket size one for outside. I want a couple for sure.
Thanks Rob