Writing instrument

Description

FIG. 1 is a front isometric view of a writing instrument showing my new design;

FIG. 2 is a front elevational view thereof in an exploded condition;

FIG. 3 is a front elevational view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a rear elevational view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a right side elevational view thereof;

FIG. 6 is a left side elevational view thereof;

FIG. 7 is a top plan view thereof; and,

FIG. 8 is a bottom plan view thereof.

Claims

The ornamental design for a writing instrument, as shown and described.

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Inventors:	Hollington; Geoffrey A. (London, GB2)
Assignee:	The Gillette Company (Boston, MA)
Appl. No.:	D/077,436
Filed:	October 1, 1997

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Current U.S. Class:	D19/169; D19/923
Current International Class:	1906
Field of Search:	;D19/35,36,41-51,53-58,81-85 ;401/99,100,209,91,117,202,213,243-247 ;24/11R,11F,11C

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Other References

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Primary Examiner: Thompson; Martie
Attorney, Agent or Firm: Cekala; Chester Howley; David A.