Waterproof Lighter Case With Conformable Push-Fit Cap

Abstract

The present invention relates generally to lighter cases, and more particularly to waterproof lighter cases with conformable push-fit caps. In an exemplary embodiment, the present disclosure provides a waterproof case for a lighter that protects all important components from moisture and water damage and keeps the gas button from accidently being depressed, comprising a cap and an elongated sleeve wherein the cap creates a seal with a conformable push-fit relationship with the elongated sleeve, and wherein the cap comprises a ridge configured such that removal of the cap requires the application of upward pressure to the ridge. A packaged kit is also provided comprising the waterproof lighter case and instructions for use.

1 . A waterproof case for a lighter, wherein the lighter has an elongated body and the waterproof case comprises:
 a) an elongated sleeve comprising a first open end and a second open end that together define a cavity for receiving the elongated body of the lighter, wherein the elongated sleeve comprises grooves disposed adjacent to the first open end and extending outward radially; and   b) a cap removably coupled to the elongated sleeve, wherein the cap comprises an open end that defines a cap cavity and is configured to be removably coupled to the grooves of the elongated sleeve, wherein the cap creates a seal with a conformable push-fit relationship with the grooves, and wherein the cap comprises a ridge configured such that removal of the cap requires the application of upward pressure to the ridge.   
     
     
         2 . The waterproof case for a lighter of  claim 1 , wherein the elongated sleeve and the cap are both composed substantially of silicone. 
     
     
         3 . The waterproof case for a lighter of  claim 2 , wherein coupling the cap to the elongated sleeve creates a water-tight seal between the cap and the elongated sleeve. 
     
     
         4 . A packaged kit comprising a waterproof case for a lighter and instructions for use thereof, wherein the lighter has an elongated body and the waterproof case comprises:
 a) an elongated sleeve comprising a first open end and a second open end that together define a cavity for receiving the elongated body of the lighter, wherein the elongated sleeve comprises grooves disposed adjacent to the first open end and extending outward radially; and   b) a cap removably coupled to the elongated sleeve, wherein the cap comprises an open end that defines a cap cavity and is configured to be removably coupled to the grooves of the elongated sleeve, wherein the cap creates a seal with a conformable push-fit relationship with the grooves, and wherein the cap comprises a ridge configured such that removal of the cap requires the application of upward pressure to the ridge.   
     
     
         5 . The packaged kit of  claim 4 , wherein the elongated sleeve and the cap are both composed substantially of silicone. 
     
     
         6 . The packaged kit of  claim 5 , wherein coupling the cap to the elongated sleeve creates a water-tight seal between the cap and the elongated sleeve.