Abstract: A foldable multi-purpose tool includes a pair of jaws and a pair of folding handles and is capable of accepting removable cartridges. In the extended position, the handles operate the jaws. Each removable cartridge contains a number of relatively small tool blades that are preferably selected by functional categories. Various cartridge hold-down and removal mechanisms are also provided.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 14, 1999
Date of Patent:
August 22, 2000
Assignee:
Bear MGC Cutlery, Inc.
Inventors:
William Nabors, Debra S. Yates, David H. Linnebur, Jon Rodriguez, Andrew Hill