Bi-fold knife with locking and release mechanisms

Cutlery – Sheathed – Pivoted blade

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C030S153000, C030S155000

Reexamination Certificate

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07627951

ABSTRACT:
A bi-fold knife locking mechanism is provided which maintains the open and closed positions associated with the bi-fold knife. A locking and release mechanism for changing the bi-fold knife from the closed to the open position is also disclosed. An aperture in the blade portion of the bi-fold knife for ergonomically gripping the bi-fold knife is also disclosed. A locking plate for securing the locking and release mechanism and bi-fold knife in the closed position is also disclosed.

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