A locking collar comprising an annular collar having an outer surface, an
inner surface, and a first end positioned opposite a second end defining
a gap therebetween, and a locking component extending from the first end
of the annular collar and into engagement with the second end of the
annular collar, such that when the locking component is tightened, the
first end and the second end are drawn together, and the annular collar
is comprised of plates that are secured together to form a laminated
locking collar.