Leonard E Strickland

US Patent:

20030029465, Feb 13, 2003

Filed:

Jun 26, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/180356

Inventors:

Leonard Strickland - Tallahassee FL, US
Linda Strickland - Tallahassee FL, US

International Classification:

A24F047/00

US Classification:

131/270000

Abstract:

An Artificial Cigar Device designed and configured to have the appearance and feel of an actual cigar, but actually is artificial, contains no chemicals, and acts as a pacifier for individuals wishing to quit smoking. The Artificial Cigar Device is structured and configured to depict an actual cigar and is fabricated from a soft, chewable, washable and durable material such as medical grade liquid silicone rubber comprised of an approximate range of forty-sixty durometer with a pleasant scent. Said scent ingredients such as vanilla or the like of said non-toxic semi-rigid polymeric material for the artificial cigar shaft member are also absorbed into said absorbent material. The Artificial Cigar Device is also comprised of a cylindrical band affixed around the front end of said shaft member thereby simulating the appearance of an actual cigar wrap. In addition, each Artificial Cigar Device will be packaged in it's own reusable container for storage. The Artificial Cigar Device may be also chewed and washed with warm soapy water and rinsed thoroughly prior to reuse and is dishwasher safe.