Retractable key case

A retractable key enclosure for secure storage of at least one key, the retractable key enclosure comprising:

• a main housing having a primary perimeter edge, a top surface, and a bottom surface;
• a first opening extending into the top surface of the main housing, wherein the first opening is arranged to hold at least one key;
• a circular opening extending into the bottom surface of the main housing;
• a second opening extending through and connecting to the first opening and the circular opening;
• a connection assembly arranged within the circular opening for assisting a user in returning the at least one key to the first opening, the connection assembly comprising:
• a connection member joined to the connection assembly and joined to the at least one key;
• a circular post located within the circular opening and extending away from the bottom surface and having a groove;
• a spring member located within the circular opening and having a tag end, wherein the tag end rests within the groove of the circular post and locks rotation of the spring member;
• a spool joined to the spring member, wherein the connection member is wrapped around the spool;
• and,
• a second cover plate joined to the bottom surface of the main housing by a second plurality of fasteners, wherein the second cover plate holds the connection assembly within the circular opening.