Case for holding a hand tool

Details Case for holding a hand tool Case for holding a hand tool

2009-10-26

2011-12-20

Pickett, J. Gregory (Department: 3788)

Special receptacle or package

For a tool

C206S373000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08079469

ABSTRACT:
In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a case for holding a hand tool at a point of sale is provided. The hand tool has a working end and a handle. The handle projects from the case to form a handle for the case and the case engages the hand tool such that the hand tool is prevented from being removed from the case while simultaneously, the handle can be rotated with respect to the case to test a function of the hand tool. Before the case and the hand tool is purchased the hand tool is prevented from being removed from the case; however, the handle can be rotated with respect to the case when the case is in a closed position. After the hand tool is purchased the customer can break a seal and the case may be opened, thereby allowing the tool to be removed from the case when the case is in an open position.

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