US Patent: 595,431 - Riveting Tool


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US Patent: 595,431

Riveting Tool

Patentee:

Warren J. Ball (exact or similar names) - Salem, OH

USPTO Classifications:

227/54

Tool Categories:

specialty tools : riveting tools

Assignees:

None

Manufacturer:

Sheehan Mfg, - Salem, OH

Witnesses:

Patent Dates:
Applied:	May 08, 1897
Granted:	Dec. 14, 1897

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Description:

The patent claims the structure of the plunger head, lever arm, and frame with adjustable die holder. The form of the tool allows for use on a bench, or free-hand.

The riveters based on this patent were marketed by Sheehan Mfg. under various labels such as "Everybody's Friend," "Farmer's Friend," "Tom Thumb," "Uncle Sam," etc. The patent date appears in many of the related ads. A.C. Williams, Ravenna, OH later acquired the Sheehan line of riveters.