Locking folding knife
US5025557A · kind A · utility
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12References
20Claims
0Family size
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 18, 1990 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26B1/048
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A folding knife has a blade that pivots so that the cutting edge may be protected within the handle or extended for use. The blade has an extended tang which may be locked into the handle when the cutting edge is extended. The knife can be disassembled without tools for cleaning.
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