Book 3 — Non-Blow-Out Cigar and Pipe Lighter
Reading edition
“It is a poor Irishman that cannot light his pipe when the wind is blowing,” but the sketch shows a device that will make a “Paddy” out of anyone, with a great saving of matches. It is made from a small piece of brass tubing, or drawn shell, ¹⁄₂ in. in diameter, and about 1¹⁄₂ in. long. The open end is placed in the bowl of the pipe or over the end of the cigar, a match inserted through the slot, and a quick stroke on the threaded portion ignites the match. The small holes provide air. The top is soldered in place.—James H. Rodgers, Montreal, Canada.