Tools – Tool jaw – Handle
Reexamination Certificate
2011-03-29
2011-03-29
Shakeri, Hadi (Department: 3727)
Tools
Tool jaw
Handle
C007S168000, C007S128000, C007S118000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07913591
ABSTRACT:
A multipurpose tool is provided that includes a carabiner and that is designed to fold into a closed position that is relatively compact. As such, the carabiner of the multipurpose tool can be utilized to secure the multipurpose tool to a user, such as to a belt loop or the like, while permitting the multipurpose tool to be folded into a compact form. A handle that includes a carabiner and that can be utilized by such a multipurpose tool as well as a method of forming the handle are also provided. Still further, a multipurpose tool is provided that includes a handle defining a pocket for storing at least one bit in instances in which the bit is not engaged by the bit driver, thereby reducing the likelihood that the bit will be lost or otherwise separated from the multipurpose tool.
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Alston & Bird LLP
Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
Shakeri Hadi
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