Hammer holder pouch

Abstract

A hammer support system including a hammer support device is described. The hammer support device can include an upper support arm forming a first opening sized to enable a handle of a hammer to be inserted into the first opening yet prevent a head of a hammer from passing through the first opening; and a lower support arm disposed downwardly at a distance from the upper support arm, the lower support arm forming a second opening sized to receive a handle of a hammer. An accessory unit can be (i) coupled to the upper support arm and the lower support arm, and (ii) extend from the upper support arm to the lower support arm. The accessory unit can also include at least one pocket and / or storage sleeve for storing a hammer accessory.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11 / 952,718, filed Dec. 7, 2007, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 869,139, filed Dec. 8, 2006, the entireties of which are incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]This invention is directed generally to multi-function tool support devices.BACKGROUND[0003]Construction workers often use tool belts to conveniently contain hardware and tools in easily accessible open pockets. Such tool belts often are configured to support tools, such as hammers, nail punches, scrappers, measuring tapes and other such tools. Hammers have conventionally been supported within single leather straps and in other embodiments, within single metal rings. The hammer supports are typically affixed to a base member with belt loops that enable the base member to hang from a belt. In other embodiments, the hammer supports have been affixed to t...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

This patent describes a hammer support system that allows for easy storage and removal of a hammer while preventing the hammer from hitting a person wearing the system while walking. The system includes a support surface and an upper and lower support arm with a closed pocket for storing hammer accessories, limiting their movement. The technical effect is a convenient, safe, and durable way to carry and use hammers in construction settings.

Problems solved by technology

However, the hammer often swings uncontrollably when the user is walking causing the handle of the hammer to strike the back of the user's knee and leg repeatedly causing bruising and pain to develop in those locations.

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