Spoke wrench

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1997-08-14

1999-04-20

Smith, James G.

Tools

Wrench, screwdriver, or driver therefor

Rigid jaws

811251, 811242, 81DIG7, B25B 1302

Patent

active

058947671

ABSTRACT:
A wrench for a wheel spoke nipple is provided. The wrench includes a body having an axis and first and second axial ends, the first axial end having first and second engagement notches for engaging spoke nipples, and the second axial end having third and fourth engagement notches for engaging spoke nipples. The wrench may also include a central portion disposed between the first and second axial ends, the central portion having first and second radial engaging portions for engagement with a user's fingers or thumb. Each engaging portion having an inner radial end and an outer radial end. Each engaging portion also having first and second oppositely contoured concave faces disposed between the inner and outer radial ends wherein the distance between the first and second oppositely contoured faces of the first engaging portion increases between the inner and outer radial ends.

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Photograph of the VAR & Lifu spoke wrenches. Prior to filing date of application.
Park Tool Catalog 1996 (cover page and p. 8), 1996.

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