HANDHELD TOOL FOR REMOVING CHICKEN TENDON

Abstract

A handheld tool for the removal of a tendon from a chicken tenderloin. The handheld tool comprises a handle and an integrated shaft that connects to the handle on one end and tapers from the handle to a stripping cylinder on the other end. The stripping cylinder is useful for stripping a tendon from the chicken tenderloin by a user. The free end of the chicken tendon is inserted through the fore end of the stripping cylinder. Once the tendon is passed through, the user's free hand is used to grasp the tendon. Once a secure grip is established, the tool is advanced away from the user while simultaneously pulling the tendon toward the user with the other hand as the tool strips the tendon free. The user of the tool is able to strip the tendon from the tenderloin quickly and efficiently by using this handheld tool.

Claims

1: A handheld tool for removing a tendon from a chicken tenderloin comprising, in combination; a straight handle defining a longitudinal axis, with said straight handle having a thumb grip, a stand support, and a hanging slot; an integrated shaft that is connected to the straight handle and tapers from the straight handle to a stripping cylinder; and said stripping cylinder being perpendicular to the straight handle and the integrated shaft.

2: The handheld tool according to claim 1, wherein said handheld tool is of one-piece construction.

3: The handheld tool according to claim 1, wherein said handheld tool is made of plastic.

4: The handheld tool according to claim 1, wherein said handheld tool has an overall length from the stripping cylinder to the hanging slot, said overall length being approximately 9.25 inches.

5. A handheld tool for removing a tendon from a chicken tenderloin comprising, in combination; a straight handle; an integrated shaft that is connected to the straight handle and tapers from the straight handle to a stripping cylinder; and said stripping cylinder being perpendicular to the straight handle and the integrated shaft.

6. The handheld tool according to claim 5, wherein said handheld tool has a thumb grip.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0007] A further understanding of the nature and advantages of the embodiments may be realized by reference to the following drawings. In the appended figures, similar components or features may have the same reference label.

[0008] FIG. 1 depicts an overall frontal perspective view of the presently preferred embodiment of the handheld tool.

[0009] FIG. 2 depicts a perspective view of the bottom of the tool.

[0010] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view lengthwise of the tool.

[0011] While the embodiments described herein are susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiments have been shown by way of example in the drawings and will be described in detail herein. However, the exemplary embodiments described herein are not intended to be limited to the particular forms disclosed. Rather, the instant disclosure covers all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the appended claims.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

[0012] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, the present invention is a handheld tool 100 for the removal of the large tendon which extends through a tenderloin or breast fillet of poultry. The handheld tool 100 includes, in combination, a straight handle 105, with an integrated shaft 125, connected to the stripping cylinder 130. The stripping cylinder 130 allows for the large tenderloin to pass through the cylindrical opening. The straight handle 105 defining a longitudinal axis of the handheld tool 100. The stripping cylinder 130 is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the straight handle 105.

[0013] The straight handle 105, has a thumb grip 115, and a stand support 110. The straight handle 105, the integrated shaft 125 are preferably rounded in shape to allow users ease of grip. The stand support 110 feature allows the handheld tool 100 to be placed on a flat surface without the tool rolling or moving. The thumb grip 115 allows for a more secure grip. The straight handle 105, preferably has additional grips for other fingers to securely grip the handheld tool 100 that are demonstrated in FIG. 2. The handle has a hanging slot 120 for hanging storage of the handheld tool 100.

[0014] The integrated shaft 125 tapers from the straight handle 105 to the stripping cylinder 130 are preferably made of one of the rigid plastics that are well known in the art. Most preferably, the handheld tool 100 is of one-piece construction. This type of construction allows the handheld tool 100 to be made inexpensively. Additionally, this one piece construction allows for the handheld tool 100 to be cleaned easier than with multi-piece construction as there is no disassembly or assembly required during cleaning. Although different overall lengths may be used, the preferred length is approximately 9.25 inches.

[0015] FIG. 3 presents a cross-sectional view lengthwise of the handheld tool 100. The cross-sectional view further demonstrates the one-piece construction of the integrated shaft 125, the straight handle 105, the stripping cylinder 130, the stand support 110, the thumb grip 115, and the hanging slot 120. The cross-sectional view demonstrates that the stripping cylinder 130 is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the straight handle 105.

[0016] The stripping cylinder 130 is suited for stripping the tendon free from the tenderloin of a chicken. Once a secure grip is established on the straight handle 105, using the thumb grip 115, the handheld tool 100, is advanced away from the user while the user simultaneously pulls the tendon toward the user with the other hand as the tool strips the tendon free.

[0017] It is to be understood that the present invention is not limited to the sole embodiment described above, but encompasses any and all embodiments within the scope of the following claims.