Folding Compact Pistol

Abstract

A novel firearm constructed and arranged to selectively position into a firing configuration or one of two storage and carry configurations selected from either a rectangular or an in-line carry configuration.

Description

INDEX TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a non-provisional of and claims benefit to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62 / 291,490 filed Feb. 4, 2016 the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Foldable firearms assist users in the conceal carry of their firearms. However, a problem exists in that not everyone likes of is able to carry the firearm folded in the conventional manner whereby the handle is folded underneath the barrel. There exists a need for a firearm with multiple foldable configurations. The present invention addresses this need.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[0003]In one embodiment, the present invention is a firearm where the grip (used by the hand that pulls the trigger) contains the magazine (which contains the ammunition for the firearm), where that grip can be folded in a manner to conceal, carry, or store the firearm. There is a simpler version of the invention configured to detac...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention is a firearm with a folding grip that can contain the magazine for the firearm, making it easier to conceal, carry, or store. There is also a version that detaches the magazine and stores it underneath the barrel for even easier concealment. The closer the grip to the trigger, the more comfortable the firearm is to carry. The invention also includes a shorter magazine that reduces the size and imprint of the firearm. The smaller the magazine, the easier it is to conceal. The "L-shape" design of traditional pistols makes it difficult to conceal carry when carrying on the body. The invention increases the capacity of ammunition and reduces the imprint that discloses the individual is carrying a pistol. It also increases the comfort of carrying or concealing the firearm.

Problems solved by technology

Pistols are typically in an L-shape form (with the grip protruding downward from the slide / barrel of the firearm), which makes it the most comfortable way to shoot but also makes it difficult to conceal under clothing or makes it bulky / uncomfortable to carry around in a holster.

The larger the magazine, the harder it is to conceal.

Also, the standard ‘L-shape’ of pistol limits the options to conceal or carry on the body.

For example, a standard magazine on a full size pistol is around 16 rounds, but it would be very hard for an average person to practically carry that pistol in an ankle holster.

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