Hand-held footstep, handgrip, prybar, wire roll holder, nail puller

Abstract

A multiple function handtool device which consolidates a number of equipment and tool requirements for framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical construction or maintenance tasks on wood frame building structures equipment into a single compact handtool. The device slides onto and grips a standard dimension 1½ inch wood wall stud or joist. Inplace, the device is a quick, efficient, inexpensive, alternative to a stepladder, scaffold or other means of increasing overhead reach. Second, it provides a safety handgrip for the user of a ladder, scaffold or other such vertical conveyance. Third, it can be used as a come-along or prybar on any building material with a 1½ inch dimension such as studs and joists. Inserting a length of pipe into the step/grip enhances this feature. Fourth, when fitted with a length of pipe, the device serves as a wire roll spool holder for dispensing wire. Last, when used with the step/grip as a handle and the V-shape notch in the jaw face, the device serves as a nail puller and wire insulation stripper.

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