摘要 |
<p>A protective package for an illuminating writing implement (18) is provided that permits a consumer to activate the illumination while the writing implement remains packaged. The package is a blister-type package (10) that envelops the writing implement and protects it from damage and theft. An upper end of the writing implement includes a power switch (36) which is linearly displaceable between an off position, a momentary-on position, and a locked-on position. An opening (40) within the package allows the power switch to extend outside the package so that a consumer may operate the power switch without removing the writing implement from the package. The opening is sized and shaped to restrict linear displacement of the power switch between the off position and the momentary-on position and to prevent the switch from being moved to the locked-on position.</p> |