Patent attributes
An aiming device for a locking nail has a first portion detachably connectable with the exposed end of the nail. An aiming arm is connected to the first portion, which, in turn, is connected to an accommodation arm portion which runs approximately parallel to the nail. The accommodation portion has at least one transverse bore for receiving a guiding sleeve. The accommodation portion being provided with a locking portion which is movable in relation to the accommodation portion against a spring force, with the transverse bore being approximately aligned towards an opening in the locking portion. The transverse bore and the opening being disposed such that when the locking portion is relaxed an accommodated guiding sleeve is held slightly clamped and the sleeve is freely movable in a position locking upon a movement of the portion against the spring force.