Patents by Inventor Jeffrey L. Caniparoli

Jeffrey L. Caniparoli 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).

  • Patent number: 11458609
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2022
    Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: 10442068
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2019
    Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Publication number: 20160008967
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2015
    Publication date: January 14, 2016
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: 9138881
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2015
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: 8640310
    Abstract: A disengageable clip is provided which has a first configuration to permit an item to be securely gripped and a second configuration that permits the item to be disengaged. Once disengaged, the clip may be removed from the item and/or may be repositioned and then reattached to the item. The clip may include a clip member having an engagement portion defining an open loop and a clip portion extending therefrom. The clip may also include a sleeve slidably positioned upon the clip portion and at least one stop having a width greater than the sleeve. The sleeve may be configured to translate along the clip portion between first and second positions. The first position is proximate the engagement portion and may cause the engagement portion to grip the item. Conversely, the second position is spaced from the engagement portion by the stop to permit disengagement from the item.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli
  • Publication number: 20120227187
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Applicant: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: 8166850
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2012
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Publication number: 20110145998
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Benjamin C. Rivera, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Publication number: 20100205782
    Abstract: A disengageable clip is provided which has a first configuration to permit an item to be securely gripped and a second configuration that permits the item to be disengaged. Once disengaged, the clip may be removed from the item and/or may be repositioned and then reattached to the item. The clip may include a clip member having an engagement portion defining an open loop and a clip portion extending therefrom. The clip may also include a sleeve slidably positioned upon the clip portion and at least one stop having a width greater than the sleeve. The sleeve may be configured to translate along the clip portion between first and second positions. The first position is proximate the engagement portion and may cause the engagement portion to grip the item. Conversely, the second position is spaced from the engagement portion by the stop to permit disengagement from the item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Applicant: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.,
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli
  • Patent number: D601287
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2009
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli
  • Patent number: D607314
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2010
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli
  • Patent number: D623035
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: D630081
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: D630926
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: D635002
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: D635003
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: D635004
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: D637748
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli
  • Patent number: D640118
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2011
    Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Jeffrey B. Castro, Blair Scott Barnes
  • Patent number: D927929
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2021
    Assignee: Lodge Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Caniparoli, Patrick Scranton, Stephen Michael Griffin