Lighter with cigar cutter
US6298856A · kind A · utility
Assignee
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 1, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA24F13/26
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The invention provides a lighter comprising a body and an end portion having a hinged connection with the body. The body includes a recess at its lower end. The end portion includes a cigar cutter, comprising an elongated generally tubular blade, extending from a surface of the end portion. The end portion is movable between a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, the cutter extends within the recess and is not exposed. In the open position, the cutter does not extend into the recess. The lighter may also comprise a retainer comprising a leaf spring attached to the lower end of the body, and a slot within the end portion. In the closed position, the leaf spring is received within the slot, retaining the end portion in the closed position. Also, a lighter fuel inlet valve extends from the body and is within the recess thereof. The inlet valve is accessible through a channel in the end portion when the end portion is closed. The inlet valve is also accessible when the end portion is open. Advantageously, the lighter of the present invention utilizes a design that minimizes the risk of injury resulting from contact between the user's hands and the blade or fuel…
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