US4091497A
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Handle for files and similar tools
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-12-20
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Granted: 1978-05-30
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Expires: 1996-12-20
Abstract
Abstract A handle for files and similar tools having a tang to be pushed into the handle which is a molded integral plastic body provided with an elongated opening to receive the tool tang, the opening having a flat rectangular section shape over most of its length while at its mouth, there is a cylindrical indentation to prevent excessive stress in the handle body.
Inventors
- 👤 Walter Bade
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 19:10
CPC Classifications
B; B25; B25G; B25G1/00; B25G1/10; B25G3/00; B25G3/02; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S16/00; Y10S16/12; Y10T; Y10T407/00; Y10T407/18; Y10T407/1825
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
150 words
A handle of elongated shape substantially symmetrical with respect to a handle axis for a file, a ratchet or another tool having a tang to be driven axially into said handle and subjected, in use, to reciprocal forces parallel to said axis, the handle being made of a plastic material and being provided with an axial opening to receive said tang, said opening extending, from a first end of the handle, thereinto over less than the entire length thereof, said opening having a substantially flat-rectangular section shape except a first portion adjacent thereof said first handle end where said opening has a circular section of a diameter equal to or greater than the greatest sectional dimension of said tang, the axial length of said first opening portion being substantially equal to the axial extension of a bulge rim provided at said first handle end, the entire handle being integrally molded.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
150 words
A handle of elongated shape substantially symmetrical with respect to a handle axis for a file, a ratchet or another tool having a tang to be driven axially into said handle and subjected, in use, to reciprocal forces parallel to said axis, the handle being made of a plastic material and being provided with an axial opening to receive said tang, said opening extending, from a first end of the handle, thereinto over less than the entire length thereof, said opening having a substantially flat-rectangular section shape except a first portion adjacent thereof said first handle end where said opening has a circular section of a diameter equal to or greater than the greatest sectional dimension of said tang, the axial length of said first opening portion being substantially equal to the axial extension of a bulge rim provided at said first handle end, the entire handle being integrally molded.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
A handle as claimed in claim 1 in which indentations are provided extending from the outside of the handle thereinto substantially transverse with respect to said axis.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
A handle as claimed in claim 2 in which at least some of said indentations extend substantially diametrically through the handle.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
18 words
A handle as claimed in claim 1 in which said opening tapers inwardly from said first handle end.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
32 words
A handle as claimed in claim 1 in which the handle has a substantially elliptic section shape, the greater axis thereof being congruent with a greater axis of said flat-rectangular opening section.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-05-29 | 1981-11-28 | 1982-05-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-05-29 | 1985-11-28 | 1986-05-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-05-29 | 1989-11-28 | 1990-05-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |