(under subclass 88) Implement wherein the holder comprises an element, other than an expendable-sheath#, having an opening at one end from which the tool* end of the piece projects and at least one other element positionable rearwardly only of said opening and capable of being moved relative to the first element to extend the overall longitudinal dimension of the implement for use.
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88, for an implement comprising an expendable-sheath for a piece of material and an element removably attached to the end of the sheath to increase the effective length of the implement.
98, for an implement with a removable cap for the tool, which cap is positionable to extend from the end of the holder# opposite the tool to increase the effective length of the implement.