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A tool tether that includes an adjustable lanyard having a loop that fits over a user's hand that can be tightened thereon. An opposite end of the lanyard from the loop includes a swivel clasping mechanism that can be connected to one of a plurality of hardware receptacles. The hardware receptacles

A tool tether that includes an adjustable lanyard having a loop that fits over a user's hand that can be tightened thereon. An opposite end of the lanyard from the loop includes a swivel clasping mechanism that can be connected to one of a plurality of hardware receptacles. The hardware receptacles include an eyelet or the like to allow it to be secured to the clasping mechanism. The hardware receptacles come in a wide variety of sizes to accommodate tools and hardware of different sizes and weights. In one embodiment, the hardware receptacles are cylindrically shaped rubber cups that are rigid enough to support different tools, and have different diameters. In an alternate embodiment, the hardware receptacles are flexible ring members that can be wrapped around a particular tool or component.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A tool tether assembly for securing a piece of hardware to a user, said assembly comprising:a lanyard, said lanyard including a loop mechanism forming a loop in the lanyard that is configured to attach to the user's person;a clasping mechanism secured to one end of the

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A tool tether assembly for securing a piece of hardware to a user, said assembly comprising:a lanyard, said lanyard including a loop mechanism forming a loop in the lanyard that is configured to attach to the user's person;a clasping mechanism secured to one end of the lanyard; anda hardware receptacle including a connector, said clasping mechanism being selectively securable to the connector so as to secure the receptacle to the lanyard, said receptacle being a cylindrical member having an internal channel, wherein said piece of hardware is rigidly securable within the channel in a friction fit.