Abstract: A fitting includes a first and second threaded fitting component and a conduit gripping device receivable within the first threaded fitting component. A stroke resisting member is integral with the first threaded fitting component and includes a web having a first radial thickness and extending axially inward from the first threaded fitting component to a distal ring portion having a second radial thickness greater than the first radial thickness. A radially extending bearing surface of the distal ring portion axially engages a radially extending portion of the second fitting component when the first and second fitting components are joined together to the first relative axial position. The stroke resisting member resists additional axial stroke of the first and second fitting components, such that a tightening torque beyond the first relative axial position is increased by the axial engagement.

Abstract: A floating aquatic weed cutting apparatus is disclosed which is highly maneuverable and particularly useful for cutting along banks and around obstacles. The cutter bar is disposed entirely outwardly of one of the lateral sides of a flotation device. The cutter bar may be moved about an axis parallel to the central axis of the flotation device to change the angular disposition of the cutter bar for cutting along submerged banks and around obstacles in the water. The entire cutter may be elevated with respect to the flotation device to raise or lower the cutter bar from or into the water.