Flexible string cutting device
US4124938A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 1976 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01G3/062
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus for cutting, trimming and edging vegetation, and the like, is provided with a rotatable disc-like head having at least one string-like cutting member removably attached thereto and replaceably extending from its periphery for cutting adjacent vegetation and the like. A metallic bearing element for enhancing the cutting life of cutting strings is provided, as well as improved means for releasably securing a spool containing spare cutting line within the head assembly.
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