With Separate Striker Member Patents (Class 206/137)
  • Patent number: 8459448
    Abstract: My match container and striker for a match handle or holder enables self-sufficient functionality. It does so by incorporating match containment and striking within the application device itself. No secondary component such as a disconnected box of matches is necessary. Within one device a match can be lit and applied with convenience, efficacy, and safety.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Inventor: Gregory Desi Bussone
  • Patent number: 6942091
    Abstract: Boxes for storing matches house matches. By keeping them in a weather resistant environment, the matches are prevented from degrading. Use of a lid, flap, and a latching mechanism improve safety by ensuring that the matches remain within the match holder. A replaceable strike strip allows the box for matches to be used for many years. Also, the provided adhesive strip lets the user place the box for matches anyplace where ready access to matches is desirable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2005
    Inventor: Martha J. Alderson
  • Patent number: 4972300
    Abstract: An improved emergency chemiluminescent lighting device comprising a chemiluminescent light source, a storage container and a flexible member connecting the light source and container is disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 1989
    Date of Patent: November 20, 1990
    Assignee: American Cyanamid Company
    Inventors: David A. Beisswanger, Bruce H. Baretz, Edward T. Rockwell, Jr., Edward T. Rockwell, Sr.
  • Patent number: 4401438
    Abstract: A wall mounted device including a scratching surface on a front side for striking matches thereupon, the device including a flat panel surrounded by a frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 1982
    Date of Patent: August 30, 1983
    Inventors: Khayyam Ali, George Spector
  • Patent number: 4018330
    Abstract: The present invention exhibits a match and matchbook cover having in slideable disposition behind the matches; a safety panel having disposed at the forward edge thereof a friction panel wherein the matchbook is provided with a slit which permits the selectable extension of said friction area from the safety panel upon the application of slide pressure by the user. Similarly, the friction panel can be readily withdrawn by a user through a simple withdrawal of the sliding panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 1976
    Date of Patent: April 19, 1977
    Inventor: Mildred M. Jorwa