Patent ID: 6430768
Filing Date: 2002-08-13
Classification: B25B,B25F,B26B

Abstract:
A folding multi-tool, said multi-tool comprising:(a) first and second generally channel-shaped handles each having first and second ends and having an integral shoulder at said first end of each said handle and a flange attached to each said integral shoulder, each generally channel-shaped handle comprising an open side and an at least partly closed side opposite said open side, said at least partly closed sides each defining a plier-receiving opening; (b) pliers for grasping items and comprising 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, with each of said plier halves being pivotally connected to a respective flange; (c) 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 opened sides of said handles face each other.