Patent ID: 6477775
Filing Date: 2002-11-12
Classification: B67B

Abstract:
A cutting tool, comprising:a first elongated element including an arcuate portion adjacent a first end, a handle portion adjacent a second end, and a depressed region including an aperture formed therein, said depressed region disposed at said first end; a second elongated element including an arcuate portion adjacent a first end, a handle portion adjacent a second end, and a depressed region including an aperture formed therein, said depressed region disposed at said first end; a pin extending through said apertures at said first ends of said elongated elements, wherein said depressed region of said first elongated element is configured to rotatably receive said depressed region of said second elongated element, when assembled said first and second elongated elements reside within a single plane, said first and second elongated elements pivotally coupled together by said pin; a cutting blade rotatably disposed upon a first end of said pin; a handle rotatably associated with a second end of said pin, wherein said handle element is configured to rotate independent of said cutting blade; a first guide element rotatably positioned on said first elongated element; and a second guide element rotatably positioned on said second elongated element, wherein said first and second guide elements are absent any cutting edge.