Apparatus and method for mechanical vice
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United States of America Patent
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Apr 26, 2016
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Jul 2, 2015
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Dec 27, 2013
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Dec 27, 2013
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Abstract
The present invention pertains to an apparatus and method for holding an item to be worked on in, for example, a mechanical shop, garage or manufacturing facility. More particularly, the present invention relates to the field of mechanical vises that may be used to hold an item firm so that it may be worked on and may be for quick action holding and releasing that may be disabled. The present invention is directed generally to an apparatus and method for improved operation of a vise. The present invention may include a quick action mechanism that allows a vise jaws to be opened or closed quickly so that an operator can be more efficient or productive. The quick action mechanism may include a vise main nut and main nut holder. The vise may also include a lock for the quick action mechanism which may lock the vise main nut.
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- 2013 Application Filing Year
- B25B Class
- 669 Applications Filed
- 611 Patents Issued To-Date
- 91.34 % Issued To-Date
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- B25B Class
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