INTERNATIONAL CLASS 8

(Hand Tools & Implements)

 

GENERAL SCOPE OF CLASS 8:            Hand tools and implements (hand-operated); cutlery; side arms; razors

 

RELATED INTERNATIONAL CLASSES

6

Hardware

7

Machines

 

INDENTIFICATION/CLASSIFICATION OF GOODS GUIDELINES:

 

International Class 8 includes:  Hand-operated tools; cutlery, including manicure implements and gas welders.

 

International Class 8 does not include:  Hand-held power tools; Class 7 is proper class.

 

INDEFINITE TERMINOLOGY:

 

Accessories            “and parts therefor”            acceptable with specific “tool”

 

Cutters                        specify type or kind, e.g. utility knives

 

Devices

 

Drill bits            specify whether for hand (Class 8) or power drills (Class 7)

 

Drills               specify whether hand (Class 8) or power-operated (Class 7)

 

Fittings

 

Hand tools

 

Kits                  specify the main elements of the kit

 

Knives             specify the type or kind, e.g. pocket knife

 

Sprayers            specify whether for hand (Class 8) or power sprayers

 

Remember the tools in 8 are not all those that are "handheld",  just those that are "hand-operated". Most power tools are handheld, but are in 7 because they are not hand-operated.  An easier way to think of this may be "electrically powered" in 7, "hand-powered" in 8.  The exception to this general idea is "electric razors" which are in 8,  not because they are hand-powered (which they aren't obviously) but rather because they are specifically listed in the Class Heading as one of the items in 8.

 

 

DESCRIPTIVE WORDING:

 

·        Collection

·        Diamond

·        Hone

·        Tool

 

There are no trademark issues peculiar to this Class that would not ordinarily be found in the general examination of applications.