Patent ID: 6782778
Filing Date: 2004-08-31
Classification: B25B,B25G

Abstract:
A tool comprising:first and second elongated members pivotably connected at a joint, each first and second elongated member respectively having first and second jaw portions disposed on one side of the joint and first and second handles disposed on the opposite side of the joint, wherein the jaw portions define a longitudinal axis, the first and second handles respectively having first and second free ends opposite the joint; at least one retaining element disposed near each free end, wherein the retaining element is a notch which is curved about a lateral axis which is located within the handle; first and second cushioned sleeves disposed on the first and second handles respectively, each cushioned sleeve providing a soft cushioned grip to a user; and at least one engaging element formed within each cushioned sleeve being correspondingly positioned to engage the at least one retaining element so as to mechanically retain the cushioned sleeve on the handle.