January 23, 2004 - Used in horizontal, vertical, or overhead position, BowJakâ„¢ is tapped in next to bowed board, and with leverage from pull handle, straightens board before it is hammered into place. Operation can close gaps up to 2¼ in. wide. Weighing only 26 oz, BowJakâ„¢ can be easily moved from job to job and fits in most tool pouches.

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Release date: January 21, 2004

BowJakâ„¢ - Board "Straightener" From Vaughan

HEBRON, IL - Vaughan & Bushnell has come out with a quick and simple solution to those warped and crooked decking boards. Called BowJakâ„¢, this unique tool is tapped in next to the bowed board and with the leverage from a pull handle, straightens the board before its hammered into place.

The operation takes only a few seconds and can close gaps up to 2¼ inch wide. The BowJakâ„¢ also can be used in any position - horizontal, vertical or overhead.

Weighing only 26 ounces, the BowJak'sâ„¢ compact design allows it to be easily moved from job to job and to fit most tool pouches. It also can be conveniently stored with its handy "Tail Hook."

Made in the USA, the BowJakâ„¢ is available at hardware stores, home centers and building supply stores. For more information contact: Vaughan & Bushnell Manufacturing Company, P.O. Box 390 Hebron, IL 60034-0390 or at www.vaughanmfg.com.

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Name: Vaughan & Bushnell Mfg. Co.
Address: 11414 Maple Ave.
City: Hebron
State: IL
ZIP: 60034
Country: USA
Phone: 815-648-2446
FAX: 815-648-4300
http://www.hammernet.com

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