FIG. 1 is a side perspective view of a linear closure surgical stapler showing our new design;

FIG. 2 is a side elevation;

FIG. 3 is a top plan view;

FIG. 4 is a bottom plan view;

FIG. 5 is an elevation as seen from the right of FIG. 2; and

FIG. 6 is an elevation as seen from the left of FIG. 2.