Hat with magnetic tool

Abstract

A hat assembly includes a cap having a front panel and a removable utility tool magnetically attachable to the front panel. The removable utility tool is formed of a metal material and may include features such as a bottle opener or a beer shotgun tool. The cap may further include an embedded magnet in the front panel, enabling secure, non-intrusive attachment of the tool, and may include a low-profile internal pocket for storage of small items. Additional features may include slots in the front and back panels configured to receive the temples of sunglasses or similar items. The assembly provides a versatile, practical, and visually appealing headwear solution integrating utility functions without compromising comfort or style.

Claims

1. A hat assembly, comprising: a cap having a first front panel, a second front panel, a first back panel and a second back panel; a removable utility tool comprises a bottle opener, wherein a visible front face of the removable utility tool comprises a hook and loop material; a magnet attached to the first and second front panels, the magnet attachable to a rear face of the removable utility tool; a first front slot in the first front panel and a first back slot in the first back panel arranged along a parallel axis; and; a second front slot in the second front panel and a second back slot in the second back panel arranged along a parallel axis, the first front slot, the first back slot, the second front slot, and the second back slot arranged to receive temples of a pair of glasses.

2. The hat assembly as recited in claim 1, wherein the removable utility tool comprises a beer shotgun tool.

3. The hat assembly as recited in claim 1, wherein the hat comprises a baseball hat.

4. The hat assembly as recited in claim 1, wherein the removable utility tool comprises a curved rectangular metallic component with the bottle opener formed in the curved rectangular component.

5. The hat assembly as recited in claim 1 further comprising a pocket extending across an interior surface of the first and the second front panels.

6. A baseball hat assembly, comprising: a cap having a first front panel a second front panel, a first back panel and a second back panel; a magnet attached to the first and the second front panels; a removable utility tool shaped to match a curvature of the first and the second front panels, the removable utility tool magnetically attachable to the magnet, wherein the removable utility tool comprises a bottle opener and a beer shotgun tool, wherein a visible face of the removable utility tool comprises a hook and loop material; a zippered pocket extending across an interior surface of the first and the second front panels adjacent to the magnet such that the zippered pocket is hidden when worn by a user.

7. The hat assembly as recited in claim 6, further comprising a first front slot in the first front panel and a first back slot in the first back panel arranged along a parallel axis and a second front slot in the second front panel and a second back slot in the second back panel arranged along a parallel axis, the first front slot, the first back slot, the second front slot, and the second back slot arranged to receive temples of a pair of glasses.

8. A hat assembly, comprising: a cap having a first front panel a second front panel, a first back panel and a second back panel; a magnet attached to the first and the second front panels; a removable utility tool shaped to match a curvature of the first and the second front panels, the removable utility tool magnetically attachable to the magnet, wherein the removable utility tool comprises a bottle opener and a beer shotgun tool, a visible face of the removable utility tool comprises a hook and loop material; a zippered pocket extending across an interior surface of the first and the second front panel adjacent to the magnet such that the zippered pocket is hidden when worn by a user; a first front slot in the first front panel and a first back slot in the first back panel arranged along a parallel axis; and a second front slot in the second front panel and a second back slot in the second back panel arranged along a parallel axis, the first front slot, the first back slot, the second front slot, and the second back slot arranged to receive temples of a pair of glasses.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

(1) Various features will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the disclosed non-limiting embodiment. The drawings that accompany the detailed description can be briefly described as follows:

(2) FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a hat assembly according to one disclosed non-limiting embodiment.

(3) FIG. 2 is a bottom view of a hat assembly according to one disclosed non-limiting embodiment.

(4) FIG. 3 is a rear view of a hat assembly according to one disclosed non-limiting embodiment.

(5) FIG. 4 is a rear view of a utility tool for the hat assembly according to one disclosed non-limiting embodiment.

(6) FIG. 5 is a front view of the utility tool for the hat assembly according to one disclosed non-limiting embodiment.

(7) FIG. 6 is a top view of the utility tool for the hat assembly according to one disclosed non-limiting embodiment.

(8) FIG. 7 is an exploded view of the hat assembly.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

(9) FIG. 1 schematically illustrates a hat assembly 20 that includes a cap 30 that supports a removable utility tool 40. In one embodiment, the hat is a baseball type hat that typically includes a visor 32 adjacent to a first and second front panel 34F1, 34F2. Other embodiments may include cowboy hats, bucket hats, beanies, five-panel hats, trucker hats, and similar headwear.

(10) The visor 32 is the stiff front part of the cap 30 that extends outward to protect the face from sunlight. The visor 32 is typically made from plastic and is sewn into the fabric of the cap 30 that is formed of a multiple of panels 34F1, 34F2, 34M1, 34M2, 34B1, 34B2 (FIG. 2). The panels 34 are individual sections of fabric that make up the crown of the cap, usually five or six in total. These panels are stitched together to form the overall shape with a closure 36 (FIG. 3) at the back of adjustable hats that allow for size adjustments. Common types include plastic snaps, hook and loop, and leather straps. The multiple of panels 34F1, 34F2, 34M1, 34M2, 34B1, 34B2 typically all meet at button 37 located at the top of the hat. The buttons are typically manufactured of a metal covered by a matching or complimentary colored fabric.

(11) The removable utility tool 40 may be manufactured of a metal material to provide particular tools such as a bottle opener 42A, a beer shotgun tool 42B (FIG. 4) to quickly and efficiently puncture a beer can to facilitate fast drinking, a practice known as shot-gunning, and/or other tools formed directedly into the removable utility tool 40.

(12) In one embodiment, the removable utility tool 40 is generally rectangular in shape and curved (FIG. 6) to match that of the front panels 34F1, 34F2. That is, the removable utility tool 40 is contoured to match the front of the hat.

(13) The removable utility tool 40 may include a visible face 44 (FIG. 5) of the removable utility tool 40 that is covered with fabric, leather, metal, or another suitable material. Alternatively, or in addition the visible face 44 can be customized from subtle logos or etched designs of various finishes, colors, and/or metals. Alternatively, or in addition the visible face 44 may include a hook and loop type material 46 (e.g., hook) to provide attachment for a patch that topically includes a complementary hook and loop type material (e.g., loop)

(14) In one embodiment, the front panels 34F1, 34F2 includes an attachment 50 (FIG. 7) such as a magnet that removably secures the utility tool 40. That is, the utility tool 40 is of a metal material such as steel that is attachable to the attachment 50. In embodiments, the attachment 50 is encased in the front panels 34F1, 34F2 such that it is not otherwise visible when the removable utility tool 40 is not attached.

(15) In other embodiments, a low-profile internal pocket 60 is located on the interior of the front panels 34F1, 34F2 adjacent to the attachment 50 (FIG. 2). The low-profile internal pocket 60 may be sized to store small items such as an identification (ID), credit card, cash, etc., and include a closure such as a zipper 62, etc.

(16) With reference to FIG. 2, in other embodiments, slits 70 in the front panel 34F and the back panel 34B are arranged along parallel axes P1 P2 to receive temples of sunglass to provide a convenient, hands-free solution for storing sunglasses when not in use. Additionally, these slits 70 can be used for other purposes, such as holding pencils, golf tees, small tools, etc. Rubber flaps or inserts may be incorporated within or adjacent to the slits 70 to enhance retention and prevent items from slipping out during movement.

(17) The hat assembly 20 may be manufactured from breathable materials and designed for all-day comfort to provide for an everyday carry solution.

(18) Although the different non-limiting embodiments have specific illustrated components, the embodiments of this invention are not limited to those particular combinations. It is possible to use some of the components or features from any of the non-limiting embodiments in combination with features or components from any of the other non-limiting embodiments.

(19) The foregoing description is exemplary rather than defined by the limitations within. Various non-limiting embodiments are disclosed herein, however, one of ordinary skill in the art would recognize that various modifications and variations in light of the above teachings will fall within the scope of the appended claims. It is therefore to be appreciated that within the scope of the appended claims, the disclosure may be practiced other than as specifically described. For that reason the appended claims should be studied to determine true scope and content.