Pencil sharpener
US7546858B2 · kind B2 · utility
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20Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 12, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 16, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 22, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB43L23/02
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A pencil sharpener includes a base having a bottom surface adapted for being supported by a horizontal surface. A cutting assembly is mounted to the base and projects upwardly therefrom. A cage is disposed above the base and has an upper portion surrounding the cutting assembly. The upper portion of the cage includes at least one radial chute. An upper cover portion has an opening for insertion of an end of a pencil. A receptacle disposed above the base surrounds the cage, for collecting the shavings from sharpening a pencil.
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