Patents Assigned to Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.
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Patent number: 12030204Abstract: A knife is provided having an interchangeable and replaceable blade. A knife may include: a knife base defining a base protrusion and a base recess; a replaceable knife blade defining a blade protrusion and a blade recess; and a fastener, wherein the knife base is held fixed relative to the replaceable knife blade in a plane along which the replaceable knife blade extends in response to the base protrusion engaging the blade recess and the blade protrusion engaging the base recess; and where the knife is held fixed relative to the replaceable knife blade in an axis orthogonal to the plane of the replaceable knife blade by the fastener securing the knife base to the replaceable knife blade.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2023Date of Patent: July 9, 2024Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventor: Adam Lazenby
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Patent number: 11623334Abstract: A tool is provided in order to facilitate utilization by users in a wide variety of applications. By way of example, a multipurpose tool may include first and second handles configured for relative movement between a closed position and an open position. At least the first handle includes an axle extending thereacross. The multipurpose tool also includes one or more tool members rotatably mounted upon the axle and foldable into the first handle and first and second jaws rotatably connected to the first and second handles, respectively. At least the first jaw defines an opening through which the axle of the first handle extends. The multipurpose tool further includes a resilient member disposed at least partially within the opening in order to apply a bias force to the first jaw during rotation of the first jaw relative to the first handle.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2021Date of Patent: April 11, 2023Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Adam Lazenby, Matthew Brown
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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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Patent number: 11325269Abstract: A cutting tool is provided which may include a first blade and a second blade, where the first blade is coupled to the second blade at a first pivot point, where the first blade defines a cam follower and pivots relative to the second blade about a first pivot axis through the first pivot point; and a lever pivotably coupled to the second blade at a second pivot point, where the lever defines a cam surface and pivots relative to the second blade about a second pivot axis through the second pivot point, where the second blade is driven toward the first blade in response to the lever being advanced toward the first pivot point and the cam follower translating along the cam surface.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2020Date of Patent: May 10, 2022Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventor: Adam Lazenby
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Patent number: 11292105Abstract: A multipurpose tool and components thereof are provided in order to facilitate utilization of the multipurpose tool by users in a wide variety of applications. A multipurpose tool may include first and second handles configured for relative movement between a closed position and an open position. The multipurpose tool may also include a plurality of tool members. One or more of the plurality of tool members are carried by and foldable into the first handle. Similarly, one or more of the plurality of tool members are carried by and foldable into the second handle. The multipurpose tool may further include a first magnet carried by the first handle. The first magnet is configured to exert a magnetic force that biases the first and second handles into the closed position.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2016Date of Patent: April 5, 2022Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Adam Lazenby, Benjamin C. Rivera, Jeffrey B. Castro
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Patent number: 11284682Abstract: A tool is provided that includes a plurality of links including at least three links movably interconnected to one another to form at least a portion of a wearable accessory, such as a bracelet. The plurality of links are articulatable so as to alternately assume a first configuration in which the plurality of links extend linearly, a second configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about an axis in a first direction and a third configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about the axis in a second direction, opposite the first direction. The plurality of links are configured to permit limited motion in a direction parallel to the axis prior to becoming structurally rigid. At least one link includes at least one tool function. A clasp and a receiver are also provided to facilitate the functionality and versatility of the resulting wearable accessory.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2019Date of Patent: March 29, 2022Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventor: Andro Purnomohadi
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Patent number: 10926396Abstract: A tool is provided in order to facilitate utilization by users in a wide variety of applications. By way of example, a multipurpose tool may include first and second handles configured for relative movement between a closed position and an open position. At least the first handle includes an axle extending thereacross. The multipurpose tool also includes one or more tool members rotatably mounted upon the axle and foldable into the first handle and first and second jaws rotatably connected to the first and second handles, respectively. At least the first jaw defines an opening through which the axle of the first handle extends. The multipurpose tool further includes a resilient member disposed at least partially within the opening in order to apply a bias force to the first jaw during rotation of the first jaw relative to the first handle.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2018Date of Patent: February 23, 2021Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Adam Lazenby, Matthew Brown
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Patent number: 10905205Abstract: A tool is provided that includes a plurality of links including at least three links movably interconnected to one another to form at least a portion of a wearable accessory, such as a bracelet. The plurality of links are articulatable so as to alternately assume a first configuration in which the plurality of links extend linearly, a second configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about an axis in a first direction and a third configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about the axis in a second direction, opposite the first direction. The plurality of links are configured to permit limited motion in a direction parallel to the axis prior to becoming structurally rigid. At least one link includes at least one tool function. A clasp and a receiver are also provided to facilitate the functionality and versatility of the resulting wearable accessory.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2019Date of Patent: February 2, 2021Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventor: Benjamin C. Rivera
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Patent number: 10569434Abstract: A cutting tool is provided which may include a first blade and a second blade rotatably coupled to the first blade. The cutting tool may include a first handle rotatably coupled to the first blade, the first handle rotatable between a deployed position and a folded position, and a second handle rotatably coupled to the second blade, the second handle rotatable between a deployed position and a folded position. The cutting tool may also include a first rotation lock configured to hold the first handle fixed relative to the first blade. The first handle may be configured to be rotatable relative to the first blade in response to the first rotation lock being disengaged. The first rotation lock may be configured to be held in the disengaged position in response to the first handle being disposed between the deployed position and the folded position.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2015Date of Patent: February 25, 2020Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Melissa L. Covel, Tony Steven Peterson
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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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Publication number: 20190174880Abstract: A tool is provided that includes a plurality of links including at least three links movably interconnected to one another to form at least a portion of a wearable accessory, such as a bracelet. The plurality of links are articulatable so as to alternately assume a first configuration in which the plurality of links extend linearly, a second configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about an axis in a first direction and a third configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about the axis in a second direction, opposite the first direction. The plurality of links are configured to permit limited motion in a direction parallel to the axis prior to becoming structurally rigid. At least one link includes at least one tool function. A clasp and a receiver are also provided to facilitate the functionality and versatility of the resulting wearable accessory.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2019Publication date: June 13, 2019Applicant: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventor: Benjamin C. RIVERA
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Patent number: 10206462Abstract: A tool is provided that includes a plurality of links including at least three links movably interconnected to one another to form at least a portion of a wearable accessory, such as a bracelet. The plurality of links are articulatable so as to alternately assume a first configuration in which the plurality of links extend linearly, a second configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about an axis in a first direction and a third configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about the axis in a second direction, opposite the first direction. The plurality of links are configured to permit limited motion in a direction parallel to the axis prior to becoming structurally rigid. At least one link includes at least one tool function. A clasp and a receiver are also provided to facilitate the functionality and versatility of the resulting wearable accessory.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2017Date of Patent: February 19, 2019Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventor: Benjamin C. Rivera
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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: 9833048Abstract: A tool is provided that includes a plurality of links including at least three links movably interconnected to one another to form at least a portion of a wearable accessory, such as a bracelet. The plurality of links are articulatable so as to alternately assume a first configuration in which the plurality of links extend linearly, a second configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about an axis in a first direction and a third configuration in which the plurality of links are curved about the axis in a second direction, opposite the first direction. The plurality of links are configured to permit limited motion in a direction parallel to the axis prior to becoming structurally rigid. At least one link includes at least one tool function. A clasp and a receiver are also provided to facilitate the functionality and versatility of the resulting wearable accessory.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2014Date of Patent: December 5, 2017Assignee: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc.Inventor: Benjamin C. Rivera
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Patent number: D842674Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2017Date of Patent: March 12, 2019Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Adam Lazenby, Matthew Raymond Brown
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Patent number: D857474Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2019Date of Patent: August 27, 2019Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventors: Adam Lazenby, Matthew Raymond Brown
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Patent number: D874896Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2018Date of Patent: February 11, 2020Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventor: Adam Lazenby
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Patent number: D907156Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2018Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventor: Andro Purnomohadi
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Patent number: D920754Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2019Date of Patent: June 1, 2021Assignee: LEATHERMAN TOOL GROUP, INC.Inventor: Lucy Emma Davis