Gripper for a tufting machine

摘要

Handle (3) comprises a handle body (9) having a handle section (15) for holding needle loops and a cutting insert (10) inserted and secured into a recess of the handle body. Preferred Features: The cutting insert is formed by a body with two flat sides and is provided with recesses (33, 34) on at least opposite-lying positions. The cutting insert is secured in the recess by protrusions (37, 38) formed on the handle body.