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Combination pipe and game device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-05-21
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Granted: 1978-06-13
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Expires: 1996-05-21
Abstract
Abstract A combination pipe and game is disclosed. The pipe includes a base on which is mounted a transparent tube which may be in an aesthetically pleasing coiled shape. A mouth piece is attached to the ends of the tube. A pipe bowl is positioned along the tube and is in communication with the interior of the tube. A lightweight ball can move about within the tube. The object of the game is for the smoker to draw smoke through the tube advancing the ball to a predetermined position within the tube. In another embodiment, the device is adapted for use by two or more smokers by expedient of inserting a fitting having an appropriate number of outlets, smoking tubes being connectable to each of the outlets.
Inventors
- 👤 Daniel D. Kirsch
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 17:01
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63H; A63H33/00; A63H33/40
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
91 words
A combination game and smoking device comprising: (a) a base; (b) a hollow tube connected to said base and having an end; (c) a mouthpiece associated with said end for reception in a smoker's mouth; (d) a pipe bowl in free communication with the interior of said tube; and (e) a game piece within said tube adapted to move therein and solely in response to smoke and/or air movement in either longitudinal direction of said tube and being selected to permit passage of smoke through the tube in all positions thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
91 words
A combination game and smoking device comprising: (a) a base; (b) a hollow tube connected to said base and having an end; (c) a mouthpiece associated with said end for reception in a smoker's mouth; (d) a pipe bowl in free communication with the interior of said tube; and (e) a game piece within said tube adapted to move therein and solely in response to smoke and/or air movement in either longitudinal direction of said tube and being selected to permit passage of smoke through the tube in all positions thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said tube is transparent and is configured in an aesthetically pleasing shape.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said tube has multiple sections each having an associated mouth piece adapted for use by multiple players.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
The device of claim 3 wherein said tube includes a central fitting to which may be removably secured a plurality of tube sections.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said bowl is provided with check valve means whereby said device can be used as a bubble pipe.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-06-12 | 1981-12-12 | 1982-06-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-06-12 | 1985-12-12 | 1986-06-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-06-12 | 1989-12-12 | 1990-06-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |