Compound tools – Pocketknife type
Patent
1997-06-13
2000-01-04
Smith, James G.
Compound tools
Pocketknife type
7128, 7129, 30161, B26B 1100
Patent
active
060095822
ABSTRACT:
A compound, multiple function, foldable tool having first and second handles, a tool head with pivotable jaw members, and a plurality of additional tools. The tool head are stored within first channels on first sides of the handles, and the additional tools are stored within second channels on second sides of the handles opposite the first sides. Thus, when the tool head is used, the additional tools do not interfere with gripping of the handles during use of the tool head. Moreover, because of the position of the additional tools, these tools are easily accessible while the tool head is in the storage position. The compound tool may also include a ratchet and an adapter and coupler that fit on the ratchet or at least one of the additional tools so that even further tools may be fit on the compound tool. An easy to read full length, straight edge ruler may optionally be provided on the top and bottom surfaces of the handles. Preferably, an individual spring is provided for each tool to prevent further pivoting of the selected tool away from the storage channels once the tool is extended into a working position. A spring lock mechanism may also be provided to prevent the undesired return of an extended tool into the storage position until the lock is released.
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Elsener Carl S.
Elsener Eduard A.
Giarritta Franco
Harrison Marc S.
Rohrer Albert F.
Smith James G.
Swiss Army Brands, Inc.
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