Staple removal tool

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2006-05-23

2006-05-23

Wilson, Lee D. (Department: 3723)

Implements or apparatus for applying pushing or pulling force

Staple puller

C254S025000

Reexamination Certificate

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07048255

ABSTRACT:
A staple removal tool includes a working end with an enlarged area and forked portion. The forked portion includes two prongs separated by a substantially V-shaped slot, wherein the V-shaped slot includes a rounded junction. The working end tapers in thickness along two non-parallel planar surfaces that may include grooves set transversely to the longitudinal axis of the tool. A second embodiment of the staple removal tool includes a working end with both outwardly and inwardly curved exterior surfaces. The outwardly curved exterior surface leads to a prong. A blunted tine is separated from the prong by a substantially U-shaped slot that includes a rounded junction. The working end tapers along two non-parallel planar surfaces that may include grooves set transversely to the longitudinal axis of the tool. Methods of using the tools are also provided.

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