Judd Nordstrom

US Patent:

6792683, Sep 21, 2004

Filed:

Oct 7, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/266204

Inventors:

Judd D. Nordstrom - Moose Lake MN 55767
Lance D. Nordstrom - Moose Lake MN 55767

International Classification:

B26B 2300

US Classification:

303082, 30153, 161101

Abstract:

Foldable axes cut wood while being safely and easily transportable. The foldable ax provides the benefits of a long handled ax by consisting of four handle elements attached to a blade which unfold and lock in the in use position. The handle elements enclose the blade in the storage and transport position, thereby preventing the cutting edge of the blade from coming into contact with objects it could damage and rendering the foldable ax much more compact. A series of latching mechanisms removably secure each handle element in place in the in use position. The handle elements are hingedly attached to one another.