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Pivoted tool having integral pivot member and method of producing same

US5325592A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 26, 1993
Grant dateJul 5, 1994
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/4984
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention relates to pivoted tools such as scissors, pliers, pruners, and the like. More particularly, this invention is concerned with tools having a force applying end with formed handles, and opposed working ends disposed across a pivotable joint. In these tools, the pivotable joint, which is formed concurrently with the handles, is an integral part of one of the handles.

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