Multi-purpose hand tool

Details Multi-purpose hand tool Multi-purpose hand tool

2005-12-27

2005-12-27

Wilson, Lee D. (Department: 3723)

Tools

Wrench, screwdriver, or driver therefor

Rigid jaws

C081S121100, C081S124300

Reexamination Certificate

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06978702

ABSTRACT:
A multi-purpose hand tool is disclosed. According to various embodiments, the tool may include a socket body and a shaft arm. The socket body may include a first socket at a first end and a second socket at a second end. The sockets may be differently sized. The shaft arm is connected to the socket body. According to one embodiment, the shaft arm may be a multi-sided key, such as a hex key, for turning female fasteners (i.e., fasteners, such as bolts or screws, with opening for receiving the shaft arm). The socket body may be cylindrical and the shaft arm may extend radially from the socket body.

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