/Tool With Pivoting Portion And Locking Mechanism
Abstract

A tool with a pivoting head is shown. The tool includes a locking mechanism that allows the angular position of the head to be locked securely in place once selected by a user. The locking mechanism may be used with a variety of tools, such as ratchet wrenches, that allow for repositioning of the head relative to the handle of the tool.

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What is claimed is:

A tool with a pivoting head is shown. The tool includes a locking mechanism that allows the angular position of the head to be locked securely in place once selected by a user. The locking mechanism may be used with a variety of tools, such as ratchet wrenches, that allow for repositioning of the head relative to the handle of the tool.
Timeline
Filed
04/27/2026
Published
09/03/2026
Granted
Not Available
IPC Codes(3)
B25B 13/46:of the ratchet type, for providing a free return stroke of the handle
B25B 13/48:for special purposes
B25G 1/06:reversible or adjustable for position