Ergonomic and easily serviceable taper tool

摘要: The invention provides a taper tool, including movable sleeve that has flanges with inclined surfaces for use as hand-holds. rides on bearings, which are mounted in recesses out of the user's way. A spring-loaded wireform retainer secures bearings their respective recesses. retainers include quick-change tabs hold servicing position permits to be easily removed and replaced. tool also includes spool mounting assembly having guard rod swings away from tape facilitating replenishment tape. When is closed position, it secured by detent located spindle. base, spool, spindle, an end protector rounded, grippable exterior edges.