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Detachable key rings - need recommendations
May 08, 2020, 01:04 PM
Oz_ShadowDetachable key rings - need recommendations
I've yet to find one of those key ring devices that can be split into two separate rings of keys that I like. I am guessing someone here will have a great recommendation I have never even heard of - that is usually the case.
The device cannot be some flat, perfectly organized thing but I do want something of
minimal bulk but very secure as this will be pocket carried almost every day and it is already quite bulky.
What I have is a ring full of many building keys (and flashlight) that needs to attach to a second ring that will vary depending on the vehicle of the day. That second key ring can have a car key, maybe a 2nd key, plus a remote fob, sometimes two.
Anything better than the traditional push a plunger and separate a ball detent cylinder?
May 08, 2020, 01:18 PM
MagnumUCheck out some of the NiteIze products.
https://www.niteize.com/collec.../Key-Accessories.aspMay 08, 2020, 01:53 PM
bettysnephewThis one will hold over 5 lb. if that is enough.
https://www.amazon.com/Lixada-...88963715&sr=8-2&th=1
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May 08, 2020, 02:06 PM
83v45magnaWhen I realized I wanted the same thing, I started using these Flex-O-Loc wire key rings.
Nylon coated galvanized steel wire with a ball-knob and socket closure.
Been using them for years now. On that, I put an old separatable key ring fitting that looks like a little 1/8 NPT air chuck fitting to be able to join my car key and remote together. It is all very compact in the pocket when separated, which was what I needed.
AmazonThey also have another type that is permanently crimped to make them totally secure.
May 08, 2020, 02:36 PM
Mike PapaTwo Key Rings and One Snap Link?
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May 08, 2020, 03:03 PM
46and2I find that Stainless Quick Links are the most secure and ultimately the most flexible solution for detachable keys and rings, lack of design sexappeal aside.
Cheap and effective and ubiquitous.
May 08, 2020, 03:20 PM
adorI get mine from Home Depot. Go to the key duplicating area. They have the one you are looking for.
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May 08, 2020, 06:35 PM
klstclairI use these:
Dark Sucks Kappa Quick Release.
They work great for keys and with the Beta flashlights.
May 08, 2020, 06:37 PM
RHINOWSOI use one of these.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/prod..._title?ie=UTF8&psc=1I have it on my regular ring and when I need to attach another key ring, I use it to connect them.
May 08, 2020, 06:49 PM
sigfreundIt might not be a concern depending upon how it’s carried, but years ago I used the Flex-o-Loc cable ring that was opened by twisting and pulling (not the ball and socket version). One day after I got out of my car and locked the doors, I reached down to confirm I had my keys (yeah, I know: check
then lock). To my dismay, they weren’t on my belt and when I looked through the closed window, there they were on the seat. Somehow in all my maneuvering around after putting my keys on my belt before getting out of the car, I twisted the ring just right to get it to release.
I would also be very leery of something that only required pulling to detach. Five or six pounds may seem like a lot, but I can think of reasonably likely things that might catch on one part and yank the two sections apart. Again, that may be less of a concern for pocket carry, but ….
► 6.4/93.6 May 08, 2020, 09:07 PM
casI've found the NiteIze clips to be key losing devices. The ones I had the spring latches weren't strong enough and I repeated lost the keys.
I've also had the same with the screw together cable rings, coming undone and losing keys.
I do use one of those "Bang Ti" titanium clips to attach my work keys to a "Key-Back" so I can take it off and on quickly. Two or three years now without an issue.
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May 09, 2020, 04:07 AM
G-ManTake a look at the Petzl screw lock carabiners.
https://www.backcountrygear.co...sEAQYASABEgL_4PD_BwEI alternate between two cars and this is what I use for the same purpose you described.