Patent ID: 6349620
Filing Date: 2002-02-26
Classification: B25G

Abstract:
A hinged socket wrench speed handle for tool sockets comprising:a) an offset shank having a first end and a second end, b) a clevis integrally formed into at least one shank end forming at least one bifurcated fork, c) at least one pivoting head disposed within a shank end bifurcated fork with one configured to accept wrench sockets, said head configured to accept wrench sockets defining a square drive head that further includes angular position retaining means to intersect rotation at equal spaced discrete positions comprising a spring loaded detent ball that is disposed within said bifurcated fork, and said square drive head configured to accept wrench sockets having a plurality of depressions at coequal spaces such that the detent ball intersect with the depressions, thus retaining the drive head in a specific position also drive head securement means, d) a hinge pin disposed through at least one head and clevis bifurcated fork thus permitting the head to pivotally rotate and lock within the confines of the clevis, said hinge pin is slideable and held in position by lateral urging of said spring loaded detent ball, and e) a rotatable handle attached to the second end of the shank for rotating the wrench upon reciprocation of the handle, and radial turning when urged at substantially right angles to the pivoted drive head.