A Key Fob is a useful accessory that people carry on their key ring. There are three main reasons that people use them. The first is for physical identification, the second is to provide a better grip on the keys and the third is to make a personal statement about the person and their interests.

Although we are not certain as to the exact  origin of the word ‘fob’ there is research to indicate that it comes from the German word’ fuppe’ which  means ‘pocket’.

Key fobs are highly customizable and come in a wide variety of sizes, styles and colours. They usually contain a form of message or symbol. For example a logo or a sign or symbol with significant meaning of group affiliation.

Harley-Davidson Collectibles

Harley-Davidson Motorcycles manufacture a wide variety of collectables and accessories each of which features the reputable Harley-Davidson logo. One of the accessories in their range is the Harley-Davidson Key Fob. This consists of a grain leather key fob with a split ring to enable keys to be stored on it and a snap hook to enable the key fob to be carried on the belt loop or buckle. The key fob consists of a sculptured skull medallion with an antique silver finish. This key fob is the perfect present for any Harley-Davidson enthusiast.

Types of Wallets

The standard wallet is a bi-fold, a wallet in which the notes are folded over once. It also has multiple slots, either horizontal or vertical, for credit cards and identification cards (driver’s license, healthcare card, membership cards, etc). The tri-fold wallet is one with three folds, and cards are typically stored vertically.

A breast wallet stores banknotes without folding them. Since they are too large to be stored in one’s pocket, they are designed for a men’s breast pocket in a jacket. A chain wallet is simply a wallet (usually a flip, bi-fold or tri-fold)secured to one’s belt via a chain. The use of a chain was first made popular by bikers who did not want to lose their wallet while riding their motorcycle. It became a fashion item for different trends including punk fashion in the 1980s and grunge fashion in the 1990s.

Wallets may have other features as well, such as a money clip or a coin compartment. They may also have an identification window to facilitate the display of regularly used ID.

Biker Wallets

Harley-Davidson Motorclothes offers a whole range of clothing, gear, armour and accessories for motorbike riders, including a variety of leather wallets:

• Bar & Shield Logo Tri-Fold Biker Wallet:  This is a full-grain cowhide leather trifold wallet with an embossed Bar & Shield logo on the front. It has a heavy-duty, 19 inch biker chain with a snap leather leash and dog snap. The wallet has an ID window plus credit card storage and a cash compartment that will hold most paper currencies.
• Skull Tri-Fold Short Biker Wallet: A genuine leather wallet with ID window and two interior utility pockets. It comes with a 19 inch biker chain with a snap leather leash. On the front is a debossed skull graphic.
• Bar & Shield Logo Flip Wallet: This is a full-grain leather wallet with raw-edge construction. The interior features four credit card slots and two cash compartments. The front features a debossed Bar & Shield logo. It also has a removable pass case with two ID windows.

Wallets

A wallet is a small, folding case used for holding personal items such as money, credit cards, ID and driver’s license. They are typically made of leather or fabric, are small and flat. The term ‘wallet’ has been used since the 1st century AD to refer to a knapsack for carrying things. The English word ‘wallet’ was first used around the 14th century, and its origins are uncertain. It is thought to be derived from either Old North French or from the Proto Germanic ‘wal-’ meaning ‘roll’.

In Ancient Greece a wallet would be used to carry provisions, mostly food. During the Renaissance the wallet  began to take a shape that would carry coins, statements of accounts and other small articles. During the nineteenth century a wallet could also be used to carry dried meat, treasures and other personal items. It was made of leather and worn on one’s belt. It was actually considered uncivilised to put it in one’s pocket. Today wallets are made pocket-sized and with multiple card slots for credit cards.

Harley-Davidson Accessories

Harley Davidson Motorclothes produces a range of biker accessories, including wallets, wallet chains and belt bags to store small items securely and with attitude:

• Bar & Shield Lofo Tri-Fold Short Wallet: a genuine, full-grain leather wallet with ID window, credit card slots and cash compartments that hold most paper currencies. It has an embossed Bar & Shield logo on the front. Measures 4.5 x 3.5 inches.
• Skull Biker Wallet Chain: a heavy-duty, 19 inch biker chain with custom sculpted skull medallion. Provides security and instant attitude for existing biker wallets.
• Bar & Shield Logo Belt Bag: this nylon bag clips around the waist with an adjustable strap. It has a spacious zipper main compartment that includes a key clip and is ideal for stashing your mobile phone, sunnies or small wallet. The small zipper front pocket fits lip balm, change, credit cards or driver’s license, and features an embroidered Bar & Shield logo on the front. Measures approximately 10 x 6.5 x 3.5 inches.