Patent ID: 6983505
Filing Date: 2006-01-10
Classification: B25B,B25F,B26B

Abstract:
1. A folding multi-tool, said multi-tool comprising: first and second generally channel-shaped handles each having first and second ends, each generally channel-shaped handle including an open side and an at least partly closed side opposite said open side, each of said at least party closed sides defining a plier-receiving opening and including rounded longitudinal edges; pliers for grasping items and including first and second plier halves pivotally and adjustably mounted to each other, with said plier halves being adjustably moveable between a compact, first position for grasping small items and an expanded, second position for grasping larger items, each of said plier halves including a respective tang, and each said tang being pivotally mounted to said first end of a respective one of said handles; and wherein said folding multi-tool is foldable between a closed, compact configuration and an opened extended configuration for operating said pliers, and wherein in said opened, extended configuration, said at least partly closed sides of said handles face apart from each other.