Can auger

Abstract

The invention provides a specially designed auger tool configured expressly for use in retrieving the entire contents of a can or jar, quickly and with ease. Manufactured primarily of heavy duty malleable rubber material and featuring a tapered outer edge designed to swiftly scrape the sides of virtually any can or jar. The handheld device is produced in a variety of sizes to accommodate different needs. To facilitate comfort, the handle of the Can Auger is gently contoured to accommodate the natural curves of the hand and comprises a nonskid rubber or plastic grip. The actual auger tool is similar in design to traditional auger blades and comprises a winding, tapered blade which wraps around an elongated stem, forming a distinct, spiral shape.

1 . A device for removing foodstuffs from containers in the form of an auger, comprising: a one piece unit comprised of an ergonomically designed handle, having an elongated stem attached to the handle which terminates in an auger. 
     
     
         2 . The device of  claim 1  manufactured of heavy duty plastic material and featuring rubber components. 
     
     
         3 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the device is a handheld device produced in a variety of sizes to accommodate different needs. 
     
     
         4 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the handle is contoured to accommodate the natural curves of the hand and comprises a nonskid rubber or plastic grip. 
     
     
         5 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the auger tool comprises a winding, tapered blade which wraps around the elongated stem, forming a spiral shape. 
     
     
         6 . The device of  claim 1  wherein the auger is manufactured of heavy duty, malleable rubber material and features a tapered outer edge designed to swiftly scrape the sides of virtually any can or jar.