Stapler

Description

FIG. 1 is a left-side perspective view of a stapler embodying the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a right-side perspective view of the stapler.

FIG. 3 is a left-side perspective view taken from the rear of the stapler.

FIG. 4 is a left side view of the stapler.

FIG. 5 is a front view of the stapler.

FIG. 6 is a top view of the stapler; and,

FIG. 7 is a rear view of the stapler.

The portions of the stapler shown in broken lines are for illustrative purposes only and form no part of the claimed design. The side view opposite FIG. 4 is a mirror image of FIG. 4 and is not shown.

Claims

The ornamental design for a stapler, as shown and described.

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Inventors:	Sauter; Bruce M. (Barrington, IL), Kirby; David W. (Lemont, IL), Coon; Robert C. (Chicago, IL), Gaynes; Stephen J. (McHenry, IL)
Assignee:	ACCO Brands, Inc. (Lincolnshire, IL)
Appl. No.:	D/202,678
Filed:	April 2, 2004

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Current U.S. Class:	D8/50; D19/72
Current International Class:	1902
Field of Search:	;D8/49,50 ;D19/72 ;227/120,126,127,128,131,132,134,156

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References Cited [Referenced By]

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Other References

ACCO BRANDS, INC., Fact Book 2001, Feb. 1, 2001, pp. 178-186. . ACCO BRANDS, INC., Fact Book 2003, Feb. 1, 2003, pp. 98-107..

Primary Examiner: Aronovich; Adir
Attorney, Agent or Firm: Michael Best & Friedrich LLP