Gun Accessory Quick Lock System

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-07-17
AMERICAN DEFENSE MFG
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[0029]One object of the invention is to provide an apparatus that is ruggedized and reliable, thereby decreasing down time and operating costs. Another object of the invention

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This also results in high cost for the add-on enhancements.
Since the male portion of the Swan/Weaver rail is easily removed by the firearm operator, they are also easily lost and calibration and weapon sighting are difficult and nonuniform.
However, these rails, also, suffer from alignment problems due to the shock created by the gases during firing.
Some of the above devices suffer from a number of disadvantages.
First, conventional mounts are

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[0055]The present invention and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained more fully with reference to the non-limiting embodiments described in detail in the following description.

1. System Overview

[0056]The invention solves the problem of having a locking mechanism that automatically locks the scope or other accessory onto a rail mount or rail system. As tolerances of the rail may be off, the locking mechanism of the present invention may be adjusted without the use of specialized tools to maintain a constant tension and is more durable than many of the prior art devices discussed above.

2. Detailed Description

[0057]Referring to the drawings in detail wherein like elements are indicated by like numerals, there is shown in FIG. 1 an outline of a conventional combat firearm 1 having a conventional stock 11, upper receiver 12, lower receiver 17, barrel 16, pistol grip 7, magazine 9, and arced handle 18 is preferably joined to the upper receiver 12. The barrel...

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Abstract

Systems and methods for mounting accessories to a firearm are disclosed. The systems include a rail connector, and quick release device for mounting on a firearm. The connector includes at least one mounting rail, and a fastening member for securely fastening the connector directly to the firearm. The quick release is then mounted to the mounting rail.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Ser. No. 60 / 884,812, filed Jan. 12, 2007, the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates in general to the field of firearms. More particularly, the present invention relates to gun mounts. Specifically, a preferred embodiment of the present invention relates to a quick release-mounting device for an assault rifle[0004]2. Discussion of the Related Art[0005]As the field of combat weaponry expands, numerous add-on enhancements have become available for attachment to standard firearms thereby significantly upgrading the capability of the firearm. However, because of the variety of shapes of the upper receivers of different firearms, the add-on enhancements must be modified each time they are sold for a different firearm. This also results in high cost for the add-on enhancements.[0006]The Swan...

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IPC IPC(8): F41A35/00
CPCF41A35/00F41G11/003F41C27/00
Inventor ORNE, WILLIAMSTORCH, TROYGROSS, JOHN
Owner AMERICAN DEFENSE MFG
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