Rib preparation tool with a living hinge

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Description

FIG. 1 is a top front perspective view of a rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in accordance with my new design;

FIG. 2 is a top rear perspective view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 3 is a bottom front perspective view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 4 is a bottom rear perspective view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 5 is a front elevation view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 6 is a rear elevation view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 7 is a top plan view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 8 is a bottom plan view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1;

FIG. 9 is a left elevation view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1; and,

FIG. 10 is a right elevation view of the rib preparation tool with a living hinge shown in FIG. 1.

Claims

The ornamental design for a rib preparation tool with a living hinge, as shown and described.

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Other references
  • Rib Prep Tool, posted Date Unavailable [online], [retrieved May 8, 2025]. Retrieved from internet, https://www.pitboss-grills.com/products/rib-prep-tool (Year: 2025).
Patent History
Patent number: D1083534
Type: Grant
Filed: Jul 14, 2023
Date of Patent: Jul 15, 2025
Inventor: Garrett Matz (Scottsdale, AZ)
Primary Examiner: Barbara Fox
Assistant Examiner: Michael L Lemmons
Application Number: 29/897,494
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: D7/686