Writing instrument sheath

#1. Field of the Invention

#Embodiments of the present invention relate to the field of writing. More specifically, embodiments of the present invention relate to sheaths that promote comfort and control while using a writing instrument, and which facilitate an ergonomic and enjoyable writing experience.

#2. Discussion of Related Art

#The present invention is illustrated by way of example and not limitation in the figures of the accompanying drawings in which like references indicate similar, but not necessarily identical, elements.

#FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustration of a writing instrument sheath in accordance with the invention;

#FIG. 2 is a side view illustration of a writing instrument sheath in accordance with the invention;

#Various embodiments and aspects of the invention will be described with reference to details discussed below, and the accompanying drawings will illustrate the various embodiments. The following description and drawings are illustrative of the invention and are not to be construed as limiting the invention. Numerous specific details are described to provide a thorough understanding of various embodiments of the invention. However, in certain instances, well-known or conventional details are not described in order to provide a concise discussion of embodiments of the present invention.

#Reference in the specification to “one embodiment” or “an embodiment” means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in conjunction with the embodiment can be included in at least one embodiment of the invention. The appearances of the phrase “in one embodiment” in various places in the specification do not necessarily all refer to the same embodiment. Although the processes are described below in terms of some sequential operations, it should be appreciated that some of the operations described may be performed in a different order. Moreover, some operations may be performed simultaneously rather than sequentially.

#It is to be understood that embodiments of the current invention may be used to cover portions of wooden pencils, mechanical pencils, ink pens, and many other kinds of writing instruments. Furthermore, embodiments of the current invention may be applied to other objects beyond writing instruments, where such objects can be used with a conformable and compliant sheath to facilitate comfortable gripping and variable handle lengths. For example, embodiments of the current invention may be used as a sheath for a fishing rod, a motorcycle fork, a tool such as a hammer, a rifle barrel, or a hot drink cup. This list is not exhaustive, and is intended only to name a few other objects that may be gripped using a sheath as described below.