Mechanism for a writing implement, a writing implement including such a mechanism, and a method of manufacture
US8231296B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 10, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 10, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C45/40
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method of manufacturing a writing implement mechanism that includes a tubular element. The tubular element has a central axis and includes a first wall and a second wall which are fixed relative to each other. The second wall is offset towards the central axis relative to the first wall in a direction that is radial relative to the central axis. The first wall presents a first edge and the second wall presents a second edge. The first and second edges define a guide extending longitudinally between a first end and a second end in a direction that is inclined relative to the central axis. The method includes the steps of supplying at least two half-shells adapted to form the first edge and outside portions of the walls.
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