Tool container

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2008-01-29

2008-01-29

Luong, Shian T. (Department: 3728)

Special receptacle or package

For a tool

Plural

C206S378000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07322470

ABSTRACT:
A tool container comprising two housing members and an insert. The two housing members are pivotally coupled with one another for opening and closing with respect to one another. At least one housing member defines a cavity for receiving tools. The cavity is defined by a base and a wall extending from the base. At least one of the wall and the base include a plurality of first retaining features. The insert is operable to retain at least one tool. The insert has a surface with a plurality of second retaining features operable to cooperate with the first retaining features to secure the insert at one of a variety of positions within the housing members. The insert includes an elastomeric portion operable to engage and retain the tool.

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