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Sling swivel with integrated screwdriver

Inactive Publication Date: 2010-07-08
SWAN RICHARD E
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[0012]In this regard, the present invention is directed to a sling swivel component that interfaces with the S.I.R. system to allow attachment of a sling strap thereto while also having a flat head screwdriver integrated into the end of the threaded neck of the swivel body its

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However, when the need arises, and conventional tools are not readily available, the soldier can unscrew the sling swivel from its threaded counterpart to reveal the hidden screwdriver.

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[0023]Now referring to the drawings, the integrated tool component of the present invention system is shown and generally illustrated at FIGS. 3, 4 and 5. As can be seen, the present invention is directed to a sling swivel 20 having a flat head screwdriver integrated into the end of the threaded neck of the swivel body. Generally, the sling swivel 20 comprises a swivel body 22 and a strap loop 24 pivotably attached to an upper end of the swivel body 22. The shoulder strap (not shown) passes through an elongated opening 26 of the strap loop 24 as is well known in the art. The swivel body 22 includes a threaded neck 28, which is sized for threaded engagement with one of the threaded openings 30 typically found in one of the optional rail segments 32 or directly into a threaded opening 30 provided in the lower hand guard 18 of the rail system.

[0024]Located on the terminal end surface 34 of the threaded neck 28 is a rectangular raised shoulder 36 that is configured and arranged for enga...

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Abstract

A sling swivel component that interfaces with an S.I.R. system to allow attachment of a sling strap thereto while also having a flat head screwdriver integrated into the end of the threaded neck of the swivel body itself is provided. The sling swivel includes a swivel body and a sling swivel pivotably attached to an upper end of the swivel body. The sling or shoulder strap passes through the elongated opening of the sling swivel. The swivel body includes a threaded neck that is sized for threaded engagement within one of the threaded openings that are normally provided along the S.I.R. system such as those found in one of the optional rail segments or directly in the lower hand guard of the rail system.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is related to and claims priority from earlier filed U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 743,248, filed Feb. 8, 2006, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates generally to modular integrated rail assemblies for combat weapons. More specifically the present invention relates to a sling swivel that is removably securable to the modular rail assembly wherein the swivel includes an integrated flathead screwdriver for installation and removal of flathead fasteners and screws on the modular integrated rail assembly.[0003]As the field of combat and commercial weaponry expands, numerous add-on enhancements have become available for attachment to standard firearms, thereby significantly upgrading the capability of the firearm. Of particular interest in the area of combat weapons is the well-known M16 / M4 weapon system (M16 and M4 are trademarks ...

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IPC IPC(8): F41C23/02F41C27/00
CPCF41C23/02
Inventor SWAN, RICHARD E.
Owner SWAN RICHARD E