Object securing fire-ignition devices to tobacco pipes of various sizes and forms used to smoke tobacco

Abstract

The Invention provides an improved device for storing a fire-ignition device and attaching such device to a tobacco pipe. The Invention is comprised of a large Fabric Band, which attaches securely to a tobacco pipe, a Small Fabric Loop which attaches securely to a fire-ignition device, and a tether which can be extended and retracted via a retractable mechanism attached at one end to the Fabric Band and at the other to the Small Fabric Loop. The tether can be extended to such an extent that the attached fire-ignition device may be used to light tobacco contained in the attached tobacco pipe.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] Not Applicable. STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT [0002] Not Applicable. REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING COMPACT DISC APPENDIX [0003] Not Applicable. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0004] The present invention (“the Invention” and “the Product”) is a manufactured object best characterized as a special receptacle or package with igniter for tobacco content, tobacco-smoking accessory, smoking accessory, smoking pipe accessory, or an article carrier with relatively mobile attaching means. Individuals smoke tobacco from pipes of various sizes, forms, and materials. The variants are practically innumerable. Many manufacturers produce small, simple pipes comprised of plastic or other synthetic compounds, others produced large, elaborate pipes comprised of glass, wood, or other materials. Some pipes bear dramatic ornamentation, while others are extremely simple in appearance. [0005...

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Benefits of technology

[0013] The Invention provides a convenient, durable, and attractive means of attaching a fire-ignition devices to a tobacco pipe. Unlike the products described above, the Invention does not require a smoker to regularly carry the weight of the fire-ignition device. Because it is attached to the tobacco pipe, the Invention also eliminates the necessity (required by the above products) of making an unsightly modification to the smoker's appearance.

[0014] The Invention, by attaching the fire-ignition device to the tobacco pipe, reduces the number of objects required to satisfactorily use the tobacco pipe from three (i.e. tobacco, tobacco pipe, fire-ignition device) to two (tobacco; tobacco pipe with fire-ignition device attached). This provides significant benefits to the smoker, including increased convenience and decreased requirements regarding mental energy and memory. The Invention also provides an improved method of storing a fire-ignition device so that it is close at hand when a smoker wishes to use a tobacco pipe.

[0017] It is another object of the Invention to provide a means to do so in such a way that the fire-ignition device is securely and reliably attached to the tobacco pipe.

[0018] It is another object of the Invention to provide a means to do so in such a way that the fire-ignition device may be easily moved for purposes of lighting the tobacco contained in the tobacco pipe, yet remain attached to the tobacco pipe.

[0019] It is an object of the Invention to provide elements and arrangements thereof in an apparatus for the purposes described which is inexpensive, dependable, durable, and fully effective in accomplishing its intended purposes.

Problems solved by technology

Finding a fire-ignition device such as a cigarette lighter can be a frustrating and time-consuming process when a smoker wishes to use a tobacco pipe.

It is often difficult for smokers to consistently remember the locations of the tobacco pipe, tobacco, and fire-ignition device, whether traveling, at home, or in another location.

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