Patent ID: 7600517
Filing Date: 2009-10-13
Classification: A24F

Abstract:
1. A device for protecting the lit end of a smoke having an outer diameter, said device comprising a tubular body having an axial opening, a first open end and a second open end, an annular flange within said tubular body, a second tubular member fitted within said tubular body between said first open end and said annular flange wherein said second tubular member is retained by said annular flange against axial movement toward said second open end, said second tubular member having a central opening with an inner diameter that is less than said outer diameter wherein said smoke is retained against axial movement while fitted within said central opening, said tubular body having a slot therein, and said slot having two slot edges that extend to said first open end wherein said second tubular member is reachable through said slot by a user for removing and cleaning said second tubular member.