Patents by Inventor Blair Scott Barnes
Blair Scott Barnes has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 11458609Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided which may be useful for functions relating to firearms and explosives. The multipurpose tool may include a variety of tools and features while maintaining a compact form. For example, the multipurpose tool may include a blade positioned in a pocket defined between a handle and a body member which define a hook configuration. Elongate members may be rotatably connected to the multipurpose tool and may include a base member with a cam surface and one or more detents which cooperate with a spring follower to hold the elongate member in either or both of an operational position or a storage position. A receiving aperture may be received in a jaw of a pair of pliers, and configured to receive an accessory member. Further, a sleeve may store a bit on the side of a handle and may be retained in the sleeve by a displaceable button.Type: GrantFiled: October 11, 2019Date of Patent: October 4, 2022Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Publication number: 20200039049Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided which may be useful for functions relating to firearms and explosives. The multipurpose tool may include a variety of tools and features while maintaining a compact form. For example, the multipurpose tool may include a blade positioned in a pocket defined between a handle and a body member which define a hook configuration. Elongate members may be rotatably connected to the multipurpose tool and may include a base member with a cam surface and one or more detents which cooperate with a spring follower to hold the elongate member in either or both of an operational position or a storage position. A receiving aperture may be received in a jaw of a pair of pliers, and configured to receive an accessory member. Further, a sleeve may store a bit on the side of a handle and may be retained in the sleeve by a displaceable button.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 11, 2019Publication date: February 6, 2020Applicant: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey CANIPAROLI, Jeffrey B. CASTRO, Benjamin C. RIVERA, Blair Scott BARNES
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Patent number: 10442068Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided which may be useful for functions relating to firearms and explosives. The multipurpose tool may include a variety of tools and features while maintaining a compact form. For example, the multipurpose tool may include a blade positioned in a pocket defined between a handle and a body member which define a hook configuration. Elongate members may be rotatably connected to the multipurpose tool and may include a base member with a cam surface and one or more detents which cooperate with a spring follower to hold the elongate member in either or both of an operational position or a storage position. A receiving aperture may be received in a jaw of a pair of pliers, and configured to receive an accessory member. Further, a sleeve may store a bit on the side of a handle and may be retained in the sleeve by a displaceable button.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2015Date of Patent: October 15, 2019Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: 10086506Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided that is configured to provide ready access to individual tool members. In this regard, the tool may facilitate the identification and selection of a respective tool member and the subsequent unfolding of the tool member. The tool is also provided that has a structurally secure guard for one or more of the tool members, such as a knife blade.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2015Date of Patent: October 2, 2018Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Andro Purnomohadi, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: 9427858Abstract: Provided herein is a multipurpose tool configured to provide multiple tools and functions for a user according to a specific activity or sport. Embodiments may provide a tool including a frame configured to define a plurality of tools disposed about a perimeter, where the frame defines at least one recess disposed about the perimeter, where at least one recess is configured to hold an earbud headphone. The frame of the tool may define a cavity at least partially surrounded by the perimeter, where the cavity may be configured to removably engage a separable and independently operable device. The cavity may be configured to removably receive a multipurpose tool. The tool may further include a gate biased into engagement with the frame, where the cavity is fully encircled by the frame and the gate, and access to the cavity through the frame is provided by opening the gate.Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 2012Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Michael L. Duncan, Blair Scott Barnes
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Publication number: 20160008967Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided which may be useful for functions relating to firearms and explosives. The multipurpose tool may include a variety of tools and features while maintaining a compact form. For example, the multipurpose tool may include a blade positioned in a pocket defined between a handle and a body member which define a hook configuration. Elongate members may be rotatably connected to the multipurpose tool and may include a base member with a cam surface and one or more detents which cooperate with a spring follower to hold the elongate member in either or both of an operational position or a storage position. A receiving aperture may be received in a jaw of a pair of pliers, and configured to receive an accessory member. Further, a sleeve may store a bit on the side of a handle and may be retained in the sleeve by a displaceable button.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2015Publication date: January 14, 2016Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Publication number: 20150336258Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided that is configured to provide ready access to individual tool members. In this regard, the tool may facilitate the identification and selection of a respective tool member and the subsequent unfolding of the tool member. The tool is also provided that has a structurally secure guard for one or more of the tool members, such as a knife blade.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2015Publication date: November 26, 2015Inventors: Andro Purnomohadi, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: 9138881Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided which may be useful for functions relating to firearms and explosives. The multipurpose tool may include a variety of tools and features while remaining compact. The multipurpose tool may include a blade positioned in a pocket defined between a handle and a body member which define a hook configuration. Elongate members may be rotatably connected to the multipurpose tool and may include a base member with a cam surface and one or more detents which cooperate with a spring follower to hold the elongate member in either or both of an operational position or a storage position. A receiving aperture may be received in a jaw of a pair of pliers, and configured to receive an accessory member. Further, a sleeve may store a bit on the side of a handle and may be retained in the sleeve by a displaceable button.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2012Date of Patent: September 22, 2015Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: 9095970Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided that is configured to provide ready access to individual tool members. In this regard, the tool may facilitate the identification and selection of a respective tool member and the subsequent unfolding of the tool member. The tool is also provided that has a structurally secure guard for one or more of the tool members, such as a knife blade.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: August 4, 2015Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Andro Purnomohadi, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Publication number: 20140059782Abstract: Provided herein is a multipurpose tool configured to provide multiple tools and functions for a user according to a specific activity or sport. Embodiments may provide a tool including a frame configured to define a plurality of tools disposed about a perimeter, where the frame defines at least one recess disposed about the perimeter, where at least one recess is configured to hold an earbud headphone. The frame of the tool may define a cavity at least partially surrounded by the perimeter, where the cavity may be configured to removably engage a separable and independently operable device. The cavity may be configured to removably receive a multipurpose tool. The tool may further include a gate biased into engagement with the frame, where the cavity is fully encircled by the frame and the gate, and access to the cavity through the frame is provided by opening the gate.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 28, 2012Publication date: March 6, 2014Applicant: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Michael L. Duncan, Blair Scott Barnes
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Publication number: 20120227187Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided which may be useful for functions relating to firearms and explosives. The multipurpose tool may include a variety of tools and features while remaining compact. The multipurpose tool may include a blade positioned in a pocket defined between a handle and a body member which define a hook configuration. Elongate members may be rotatably connected to the multipurpose tool and may include a base member with a cam surface and one or more detents which cooperate with a spring follower to hold the elongate member in either or both of an operational position or a storage position. A receiving aperture may be received in a jaw of a pair of pliers, and configured to receive an accessory member. Further, a sleeve may store a bit on the side of a handle and may be retained in the sleeve by a displaceable button.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2012Publication date: September 13, 2012Applicant: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Publication number: 20120151681Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided that is configured to provide ready access to individual tool members. In this regard, the tool may facilitate the identification and selection of a respective tool member and the subsequent unfolding of the tool member. The tool is also provided that has a structurally secure guard for one or more of the tool members, such as a knife blade.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2010Publication date: June 21, 2012Inventors: Andro Purnomohadi, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: 8166850Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided which may be useful for functions relating to firearms and explosives. The multipurpose tool may include a variety of tools and features while maintaining a compact form. For example, the multipurpose tool may include a blade positioned in a pocket defined between a handle and a body member which define a hook configuration. Elongate members may be rotatably connected to the multipurpose tool and may include a base member with a cam surface and one or more detents which cooperate with a spring follower to hold the elongate member in either or both of an operational position or a storage position. A receiving aperture may be received in a jaw of a pair of pliers, and configured to receive an accessory member. Further, a sleeve may store a bit on the side of a handle and may be retained in the sleeve by a displaceable button.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2009Date of Patent: May 1, 2012Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Publication number: 20110145998Abstract: A multipurpose tool is provided which may be useful for functions relating to firearms and explosives. The multipurpose tool may include a variety of tools and features while maintaining a compact form. For example, the multipurpose tool may include a blade positioned in a pocket defined between a handle and a body member which define a hook configuration. Elongate members may be rotatably connected to the multipurpose tool and may include a base member with a cam surface and one or more detents which cooperate with a spring follower to hold the elongate member in either or both of an operational position or a storage position. A receiving aperture may be received in a jaw of a pair of pliers, and configured to receive an accessory member. Further, a sleeve may store a bit on the side of a handle and may be retained in the sleeve by a displaceable button.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2009Publication date: June 23, 2011Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: D635002Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2009Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: D635003Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2009Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: Leatherman Group, Inc.Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: D640118Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2009Date of Patent: June 21, 2011Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: D653929Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: February 14, 2012Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: D653930Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: February 14, 2012Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
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Patent number: D654344Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: February 21, 2012Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes