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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 01, 2011
Filed:
Jan. 18, 2008
David C. Eby, Madison, WI (US);
Christine Dusk, Blanchardville, WI (US);
Luc Lam, Chicago, IL (US);
Jon Alling, Madison, WI (US);
David C. Eby, Madison, WI (US);
Christine Dusk, Blanchardville, WI (US);
Luc Lam, Chicago, IL (US);
Jon Alling, Madison, WI (US);
Fiskars Brands, Inc., Madison, WI (US);
Abstract
An improved cutting device including a mechanism for selectively guarding the edge of a cutting blade. According to various embodiments, a sliding mechanism is operatively connected to a blade guard, wherein the translational movement of the sliding mechanism causes a corresponding rotational movement of the blade guard. When the blade guard is in an extended position, the edge of the cutting blade is not exposed, thereby preventing a user from accidentally cut by the blade. Various embodiments also provide for an improved blade replacement system. According to various embodiments, a locking member is capable of lifting the cutting blade without the user having to touch the blade itself.