Multi-legged stand attachment for supporting a firearm

Abstract

A multi-leg stand attachment 10 for supporting a firearm is provided. The multi-leg stand attachment 10 includes at least one leg connector 14 for engaging a leg of a multi-leg stand under a canopy thereof, an attachment body 12 engaging the at least one leg connector, and a firearm support 16 disposed on the attachment body 12 and configured to support a firearm, thereby converting the multi-leg stand into a canopy firearm stabilizer.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTIONThe present invention relates to a multi-leg upright attachment for supporting a firearm. The invention further relates to a method for reconfiguring a multi-leg stand for supporting a firearm.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTIONFirearms are frequently deployed in recreational, lawful and military scenarios worldwide, and many suitable weapons attachments, utensilies and tools have been developed for firearms to maximize user comfort, efficiency and safety.In the field of firearms, various weapon stands and supports can be used to improve the accuracy and stability of the mission. Bibones are usually placed on the shaft, on the rail or on the barrel of a firearm, so that the user can lie in the abdominal position and aim while his weapon lies on the ground. Tripods or four-legs are used when the user wishes to aim with the weapon from a raised position. The tripod or the fourleg is on the ground and the firearm is supported on the canopy. Depending on the height of the tripod or four-leg, the user can then aim from a seated or standing position.Typically, during the hunting or travel, preferably as little luggage as possible is carried along. Therefore, it is undesirable to carry both a bib and a tripod or fourb in order to be able to switch between different firing positions.It is an object of the present invention to reduce or substantially avoid the aforementioned problems.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONAccording to a first aspect of the invention, there is provided a multi-leg stand attachment for supporting a firearm, the multi-leg stand attachment comprising: at least one leg connector for engaging a leg of a multi-leg stand under a canopy thereof; an attachment body engaging the at least one leg connector; and a firearm support disposed on the attachment body and configured to support a firearm to thereby convert the multi-leg stand into a firearm stabilizer under a canopy.This has the advantage that the multi-leg stand attachment can be retrofitted to existing multi-leg stands, such as tripods and four-legs, by the legs of the multi-leg stands or on the outside of the legs, whereby the user acquires the properties of a bi-leg arrangement. Moreover, the multi-leg stand attachment is designed to convert the multi-leg stand into an arrangement located under the canopy, thereby changing the center of gravity and distributing the weight of the bulky firearm. This is not only advantageous in terms of increasing stability, but also allows for the extension of potential user configurations and positions of existing multi-leg stand arrangements.Preferably, a multi-leg stand attachment is provided, wherein a plurality of leg connectors are provided.This is advantageous because it increases the flexibility, versatility and modularity of the multi-leg stand attachment. By providing a number of different leg connectors, there is flexibility to use different arrangements and the user can place multiple leg connectors in different positions, orientations, angles, and directions to provide universal support for a range of firearms. This allows universal retrofitting of an existing tripod, four-leg and any other multi-leg stand that can be converted to a weapon stabilizer under canopy.Optionally, a multi-leg stand attachment is provided, with only one leg connector being provided.Advantageously, this provides the user with the greatest flexibility with respect to the reduced space requirement. The ability to convert a bulky multi-leg stand with a single leg connector allows the user to take minimal equipment to convert the multi-leg stand to a firearm stabilizer under a canopy. Moreover, the single leg connector provides a higher degree of flexibility as it allows for landing on only one leg of a multi-leg stand, provides a greater arc of travel for the firearm, and allows positioning of the stand in atypical support positions while still permitting use of the firearm.Optionally, a multi-leg stand attachment is provided, wherein the at least one leg connector comprises at least one closure, wherein the at least one closure comprises an adjustable closure inner dimension and a plurality of closures are provided.This is advantageous because the leg connectors can be retrofitted to existing multi-leg posts without requiring a number of different connectors. The adjustability of the closure also allows the leg connectors to be placed tightly on the multi-leg posts in order to increase stability and to reduce fluctuating and shooting inaccuracies. Moreover, the stability can be easily increased by adding more than one fastener by using a plurality of fasteners.Optionally, the at least one fastener comprises a strap and a complementary strap connector.This has the advantage that an easily adjustable, flexible possibility for fitting the multi-leg stand attachment to a multi-leg stand leg of any desired size and shape is made possible, so that a tight fit is ensured which is easy to use. Adjustable straps are user friendly as they do not require great finger skill and effort and can relatively easily provide a strong press fit.In one embodiment, the at least one leg connector comprises a hook.The provision of a hook allows the attachment to be easily snapped in without the need to attach fasteners to the legs of the multi-leg stand.The attachment body is preferably designed as a linear body.This is advantageous because it reduces the cost and time associated with the manufacturing process so that the units can be sold at a more cost effective overall cost.Moreover, in some scenarios, a linear attachment body may withstand increased loads compared to other shapes and may be easier to connect to the tripod or four-leg.Optionally, the attachment body is designed as a non-linear body.This is advantageous because it offers more space to accommodate larger firearms and additional attachments and yet can remain under the canopy, but in a state that is still movable and comfortable for the user. This also allows the user to mount the firearm on the multi-leg stand attachment without having to move them too far downward on the multi-leg stand.Preferably, the at least one leg connector is angled or substantially angled relative to the firearm support.Advantageously, this allows the leg connectors to conform to the angular convergent arrangement of the legs of a multi-leg stand. The angular design of the leg connectors enables increased stability and support and rapid placement on an existing arrangement of multi-leg uprights.Preferably, the attachment body includes first and second body portions movably engaged with each other to allow length adjustment of the attachment body.This is advantageous since it enables greater adjustability of the multi-leg stand attachment. If a user wants to have more space in the gaps between the multi-leg stand legs, for example to accommodate a larger, wider or bulky firearm, he can do so without having to move the multi-leg stand attachment further downward on the multi-leg stand legs. Moreover, this allows the user to attach the multi-leg stand attachment to any position of the multi-leg stand without having to increase or decrease the span of the legs.Optionally, the attachment body has a rectilinear or substantially rectilinear cross section.This is advantageous because it provides a body having multiple levels of planar surface which can be used to support a firearm as a support if there is no alternative firearm support that could be connected to the firearm rail.Optionally, the attachment body can be foldable so that it can remain attached to the multi-leg stand when the multi-leg stand is folded.Since the top piece is not foldable, it can remain on the multi-leg stand even if it is folded for transport. This reduces the time required for removing and replacing the cap on the multi-leg stand.Preferably, the firearm support comprises a carrier for placing a firearm.This is advantageous because it allows a firearm to be easily placed on the firearm support without requiring releasable engagement with the firearm support. The firearm support can thus quickly provide additional stability to a firearm without the need to put on a semipermanenter. This gives the user the flexibility to quickly mount his firearm in a situation requiring it.Optionally, the firearm support protrudes outward from the attachment body.This is advantageous because it provides an additional outer surface on which the firearm can be mounted. Depending on the orientation of the multi-leg stand attachment, this would lead to the firearm lying more stably, directly under the canopy and with a stronger center of gravity, or conversely, this would lead to the firearm protruding further outwards from the attachment body, so that the firearm can swivel in a greater arc of movement than would otherwise be possible if it were placed directly on the attachment body without such a protrusion.Preferably, the firearm support is formed integrally as part of the attachment body, can be releasably brought into engagement with the attachment body and is movably engaged with the attachment body.This is advantageous because it allows for easier manufacture and greater versatility for the user. As regards manufacture, the firearm support may be integrally formed as part of the overall shape of the cap body, reducing costs and facilitating manufacture, such as by using a single mold. Conversely, costs may also be reduced by increasing the modularity of the components. If the firearm support is manufactured as a separate component, this increases the versatility for the user, since it can be added separately, thereby reducing the overall space requirement of the multi-leg stand attachment, which has a positive effect on the field use. This may be particularly useful when a user wishes to use a firearm having multiple attachments such as laser sights and other barrel attachments. Various sizes, shapes, and other individualizations of the firearm support could then be provided to accommodate this difference in typical barrel and / or weapon body size.Moreover, a modular firearm support would allow greater flexibility in the use of alternative multi-leg attachment assemblies or allow more than one firearm support for multiple firearms to be attached to the same multi-leg stand attachment. Moreover, the movability of the firearm support increases the versatility as it allows the user to move his firearm along a horizontal axis along the cap body. This provides a higher degree of flexibility so that the weapon can be positioned differently depending on the user's needs. It may be desirable for the user to use the firearm support positioned at one end of the cap body to support the shoulder support of the firearm on a rear leg of a multi-leg stand. By moving the firearm support along the attachment body, the horizontal position of the firearm can be adjusted and the user can adjust the firing angle without having to necessarily change the position of the multi-leg stand.Optionally, the firearm support comprises a static portion, the static portion further comprising a mounting body engaged by a movable portion, the movable portion comprising a weapon rail connector mounted thereon, the weapon rail connector releasably engaging the movable portion, the movable portion being rotatable about an axis relative to the static portion of the firearm support, and the mounting body releasably engaging the static portion.This is advantageous because it provides the possibility of placing a firearm directly on the firearm support. The weapon rail connector provides the first interface between the firearm and the multi-leg stand attachment by providing a releasable connection. The weapon rail connector is mounted on the movable body and the movable portion is rotatable about an axis relative to the static portion of the firearm support. Such axial movement allows the firearm, when mounted on the weapon rail connector, to be movable in various directions so that the user can fire the firearm at various viewing angles. The modularity of the components is advantageous for the production and reduces the space requirement of the entire multi-leg stand attachment. A mounting body which can be releasably engaged with the firearm support body enables easier maintenance, cleaning and changeover to various movable bodies, such as those having a different axis of rotation. If the firearm rail connector can be releasably engaged, this also helps clean, maintain, and the aforementioned advantages. However, this may also help to increase individualizability, since some firearm rail connectors may not be suitable for all firearms. It may also be that some firearm rail connectors require specific mating components that are placed on the firearm rail and the corresponding firearm rail connector. The ability to replace different firearm rail connectors increases the individualizability and the variety of firearms that can be used with the multi-leg stand attachment.Preferably, the at least one leg connector is rotatable and is releasably engageable on the attachment body.Advantageously, this allows greater flexibility and versatility. A rotatable leg connector allows the multi-leg stand attachment to be attached to a multi-leg stand when the stand is deployed in various configurations. The user may need atypical stand construction due to a particular firearm or support from the environment such as rocks or trunks. A rotatable leg connector accommodates these possible configurations. Releasable engagement of the leg connectors with the attachment body has the advantage that the modularity of the associated components of the multi-leg stand attachment is increased as a result. It also allows for the placement of various leg connectors suitable for different firearms or purposes, or connectors having different supports, locking system, or other attachment mechanisms. Overall, this function increases the versatility and individualization for the user.According to a second aspect of the invention there is provided a method of reconfiguring a multi-leg stand attachment for supporting a firearm, the method comprising the steps of: a. providing a multi-leg stand attachment according to the first aspect of the invention; and b. engaging the at least one leg connection with at least one leg of the multi-leg stand such that the firearm support is positioned to support a firearm under a canopy of the multi-leg stand.This is advantageous because it provides a simple, but efficient method by which a firearm user or user can quickly and easily retrofit an existing multi-leg stand, such as a tripod or a four-leg, to have the characteristics of a bi-leg with the enhanced stability of a tripod or four-leg assembly.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGSFor a better understanding of the present invention and to better show how it can be put into practice, reference will now be made, by way of example only, to the accompanying drawings, in which: FIG. 1 is a top plan view of a first embodiment of a multi-leg upright attachment for supporting a firearm according to the first aspect of the invention; FIG. 2 shows a front view of the multi-leg stand attachment from FIG. 1 ; FIG. 3 shows a plan view from below of the multi-leg stand attachment from FIG. 1 ; FIG. 4 shows a side view of the multi-leg stand attachment from FIG. 1 ; FIG. 5 is a front perspective view of the multi-leg stand attachment of FIG. 1 engaging the left and right legs of a tripod to form a firearm stabilizer under a canopy; FIG. 6 is a side perspective view of the firearm stabilizer under a canopy of FIG. 5 including a firearm; FIG. 7 is a pictorial illustration of a first state of use of the firearm stabilizer under a canopy of FIG. 5 ; FIG. 8 is a pictorial illustration of a second state of use of the firearm stabilizer under a canopy of FIG. 5 ; FIG. 9 is a pictorial illustration of a third state of use of the firearm stabilizer under a canopy of FIG. 5 ; FIG. 10 is a pictorial illustration of a fourth state of use of the firearm stabilizer under a canopy of FIG. 5 ; FIG. 11 is a pictorial illustration of a fifth state of use of the firearm stabilizer under a canopy of FIG. 5 ; FIG. 12 is a rear view of a second embodiment of a multi-leg upright attachment for supporting a firearm according to the first aspect of the invention. FIG. 13 is a plan view of a third embodiment of a multi-leg upright attachment for supporting a firearm according to the first aspect of the invention; FIG. 14 is a side view of the multi-leg stand attachment of FIG. 13 ; FIG. 15 is a side perspective view of the multi-leg stand attachment of FIG. 13 connected to a single leg of a tripod and directed outward to form a firearm stabilizer under a canopy; FIG. 16 is a side perspective view of the firearm stabilizer under a canopy of FIG. 15 with the multi-leg stand attachment including a firearm facing inward; Fig. 17 shows another embodiment of a multi-leg stand attachment for supporting a firearm according to the first aspect of the invention.DETAILED DESCRIPTIONReferring first to Figures 1 to 4, there is shown a multi-leg upright attachment, generally designated 10, suitable for supporting a firearm. In this particular embodiment, the multi-leg stand attachment 10 includes an attachment body 12, two leg connectors 14 and a firearm support 16 having a static portion 18, a mounting body 20 having a movable portion 22, and a firearm rail connector 24.The cap body 12 is formed as a solid metal rod and provided in a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape having a front surface, a rear surface, an upper surface, and a lower surface. The attachment body 12 has a fixed length. While a solid metal rod is illustrated, the cap body 12 could be hollow and / or formed of another construction material. The cap body 12 may also be extendable through an inner extendable body that protrudes outward relative to the outer body to provide greater flexibility in the cap configurations.A structural element 26 is located at each end of the attachment body 12, and the structural element 26 at a left end of the attachment body 12 is angled relative to the attachment body 12 and relative to a vertical axis in use. The structural element 26 at a right end of the attachment body 12 is positioned at the same relative angle as the structural element 26 at the left end of the attachment body 12, but inclined in the opposite direction, so that the axes of the two structural elements 26 converge in the vertical direction.The structural elements 26 are formed here by the provision of separate components which are welded to the attachment body 12 but are easily conceivable as being formed integrally therewith. Alternatively, the structural elements 26 can be perpendicular to the attachment body 12 and / or can be movably engaged therewith in order to change the angle of engagement.The structural members 26 extend vertically beyond the upper surface and the lower surface of the cap body 12, thereby defining an elongated angular extent relative to a longitudinal direction of the cap body 12.Each structural member 26, together with at least one and preferably two closures 28, forms a leg connector 14 positioned at each end of the attachment body 12.In the illustrated embodiment, the closures 28 are provided as resiliently flexible, retractable members having first and second closure portions 28a, 28b joined together about a leg of a multi-leg stand to retain the leg connector 14 thereto. The first and second closure portions 28a, 28b are fixedly connected to the structural member 26 and together form an inner diameter adjustably connectable to said leg. The first closure portion 28a is provided having a stiffer body and a flexible strap 30, and the second closure portion 28b has a relatively rigid body and a plurality of strap connectors 32, here in the form of protruding ribs or hooks engageable in an opening in the strap. The first and second closure portions 28a, 28b may be pivotable or articulated to facilitate the attachment of legs of different diameters to a multi-leg stand.The protruding ribs serving as the strap connectors 32 are angled from the strap 30 of the first locking portion 28 a.The strap 30 is here formed to extend from an inner surface of the first closure portion 28a and extend a length which, in use, can engage an upper protruding rib of the second closure portion 28b. The strap 30 has a series of complementary openings therein which mate with the protruding ribs or hooks of the strap connector 32. The angled position of the protruding ribs of the strap connector 32 allows the complementary openings to engage the protruding ribs by an interference fit. At least one handle member 34 may be attached to the inner surface of one or both of the first and second closure portions 28a, 28b to enhance grip on the leg of the multi-leg stand.The closures 28 are preferably formed from an elastically flexible material such as rubber or an elastomeric material. Alternatively, the fasteners 28 could be configured as biased clips, clips, which may be formed of metal, for example, buckles, hooks, hook and loop fasteners, combinations thereof, or other suitable fasteners for holding the leg connector 14.In this illustrated embodiment, the firearm support 16 includes a static portion 18 integrally formed with the cap body 12 and to which the mounting body 20 is connected, but the firearm support 16 may also be movably engaged with the cap body 12 when provided on a rail or other such movable device. The mounting body 20 is provided pivotably relative to the attachment body 12. This allows, for example, a change in the inclination of a firearm placed thereon and / or can allow tilting of the firearm placed thereon. This can be achieved by a relative pivoting of the mounting body 20 relative to the static section 18. Here, a ball joint is provided.The mounting body 20 is cylindrical or substantially cylindrical with a base secured to the firearm support 16. The base of the mounting body 20 has a receiving section in the form of a drill bushing. The drill bushing accommodates a ball bolt which is placed on a mounting pin in the form of the weapon rail connector 24. The ball bolt can be accommodated in the drill bushing in such a way that it forms a ball joint which enables the weapon rail connector 24 to be pivoted about an axis relative to the attachment body 12. The ball joint is defined as the movable portion 22. The axial movement can be secured and released by the action of a securing nut 36 located on the mounting body 20. It is conceivable that the firearm support 16 may comprise either an integrally formed mounting body 20 and a firearm rail connector 24, and / or that the mounting body 20 and / or firearm rail connector 24 may be releasably engageable with the static portion 18 of the firearm support 16.The static portion 18 protrudes outwardly and downwardly from the front surface of the cap body 12.The weapon rail connector 24 is designed as a platform which can be brought into engagement with a rail of a firearm. The weapon rail connector 24 here comprises a clamping screw 38 for placing on a weapon rail.In this particular embodiment, the length of the structural members 26 is 3 5⁄8 cm and 9.2075 cm, respectively, while the width is 1 inch and 2.54 cm, respectively. The structural members 26 also have a side portion for securing the fasteners that is at least 2 inches or 5.08 cm wide and 1 inch or 2.54 cm long. The width of the closures is 7 1⁄2 inch and 2.2225 cm, respectively. The static portion 18 has a width of 2 inches and 5.08 cm, respectively, and projects outward with a length of 3 inches and 7.62 cm, respectively. The length of the upper periphery of the linear attachment body 12 is 12 1⁄2 inch and 31.4325 cm, respectively, and the length of the lower periphery of the linear attachment body 12 is 13 1⁄2 inch and 33.3375 cm, respectively.The length of the distance between the bottom of each opposing structural member 26 is 14 inches and 35.56 cm, respectively, while the length of the distance between the top of each opposing structural member 26 is 11 1⁄2 centimeters and 29.21 cm, respectively.Figure 5 shows the multi-leg stand attachment 10 connected to a tripod 40 to form a firearm stabilizer 48 under a canopy. In this particular example, the multi-leg stand attachment is shown engaging two tripod legs 42 by engaging the two closures of the left leg connector 14 and the two closures of the right leg connector 14. In this arrangement, the cap body 12 is mounted such that the firearm support 16 projects below a roof 44 of the tripod 40.It can be clearly seen from FIG. 5 that the angle of the leg connectors 14 is adapted to an angle of spread of the legs 42 of the tripod 40. The leg connectors 14 are in engagement with the legs 42 of the tripod 40 just above a first telescopic joint 46 of the tripod 40, so that the legs 42 of the tripod 40 are telescopically pulled out below the plane of the multi-leg stand attachment 10. It is possible that the cap body 12 is foldable so as to collapse together with the folding of the tripod 40. To change the height of the firearm support 16, the user need only extend or retract the tripods 42.Referring to Figure 6, there is shown an embodiment of an in-use arrangement of the multi-leg stand attachment 10 supporting a firearm 50. In this particular example, the legs 42 of the tripod 40 have been telescopically extended, thus the multi-leg stand attachment 10 is located higher above the ground than in Figure 5. the firearm 50 can be further supported by engaging the multi-leg stand attachment 10, since the shoulder support of the firearm 50 can thereby buckle against the rear leg 42.In FIGS. 7 to 11, various use states of the multi-leg stand attachment 10 are shown. FIG. 7 shows in particular the arrangement from FIG. 5, wherein the multi-leg stand attachment 10 of the firearm stabilizer 48 is in engagement under a canopy with a multi-leg stand, in particular a tripod 40. The multi-leg stand attachment 10 may allow a firearm 50 to be supported while a user 52 is in an abdominal position while simultaneously the rear leg 42 of the tripod 40 increases the overall stability of the firearm 50. This position is useful for shooting from a hidden position.Figure 8 shows a similar arrangement wherein the multi-leg stand attachment 10 of the weapon stabilizer 48 is positioned under a canopy closer to the canopy 44 of the tripod 40 so that the user 52 can support a firearm 50 in a hocking or seating profile while the angle of the firearm 50 remains centered. This location may be useful for uneven or rocky terrain.Figure 9 shows that the multi-leg stand attachment 10 of the firearm stabilizer 48 is positioned under a canopy at a position very close to the canopy 44, with the two front legs 42 of the tripod 40 spread outward and leaving a large distance between them, so that the user can lift his firearm 50 upward in the kneeling or cauterizing position. This position may be useful for shooting raised targets.Figure 10 shows how the multi-leg stand attachment 10 of the firearm stabilizer 48 engages under a canopy on a tripod 40 in a position near the canopy 44, illustrating the high arc of travel that can be carried out at this angle in use, so that the user 52 can position the firearm 50 at ground level standing or chewing. This position may be useful when shooting from an elevated position, such as a mountain slope.Figure 11 shows how the multi-leg stand attachment 10 of the firearm stabilizer 48 engages under a canopy on a multi-leg stand 10 in a position near the canopy 44 with the legs of the tripod 40 spread outward to leave a large distance between them, thus demonstrating the high arc of travel that can be carried out at that angle in use so that the user can position the firearm 50 toward the headliner while he is seated. This may be useful for shooting birds.Figure 12 shows an alternative embodiment of the multi-leg stand attachment 10' shown in Figures 1 to 4 and is generally designated 10'. Instead of a linear attachment body, the attachment body 12' is angled so that it has a central portion 12a' and left and right portions 12b', 12c'. The left and right portions 12b', 12c' are angled relative to the central portion 12a'. This angle is about 25° and is preferably in a range between 0° and 50°. Each of the left and right structural members 26' of the leg connectors 14' is perpendicular to and seated against the left portion 12b' and the right portion 12c', respectively. The width of the structural member 26' is 1 inch and 2.54 cm, respectively, in this particular embodiment. The left and right sections 12b', 12c' are respectively 5 1⁄2 inches and 13.0175 centimeters in length. The central portion 12a' is 3 1⁄2 inch and 7.9375 cm, respectively. The width of the left and right sections 12b', 12c' is 1 inch and 2.54 cm, respectively. The static portion of the firearm support 16' is 1 1⁄2 inch and 13.0175 cm wide, respectively, and projects outwardly by 3 inches and 7.62 cm lengths, respectively. The structural members 26' also have a side member which is at least 2 inches or 5.08 cm wide and 1 inch or 2.54 cm long.The length between the underside of the two structural elements 26' is 13 1⁄2 inch and 35.2425 cm, respectively, while the length between the upper side of the two structural elements 26' is 11% inch and 29.5275 cm, respectively. As in the first embodiment, each leg connector 14' includes a pair of latches 28'.Figures 13 and 14 show an alternative embodiment of the multi-leg stand attachment, generally designated 10". Identical or similar reference numerals are used to designate identical or similar components, and further detailed description is omitted for brevity.The multi-leg stand 10'' has a single leg connector 14''. There is a static portion 18'' that is directly fused to a structural member 26'' that serves as the cap body 12''. The mounting body 20" of the firearm support 16" is placed on the latter at the static section 18", the movable section 22'' being releasably engaged therewith.The leg connector 14" here has a single closure 28", whereby a single contact point is provided in the installed state.The length of the static portion 18" up to the end of the structural member 26" is 3 1⁄4 inch and 8.255 cm, respectively. The width of the static portion is 2 inches and 5.08 cm, respectively, while the height of the support member from the static portion is 1⁄2 inches and 3.175 cm, respectively. The width of the structural member is 1⁄2 inch and 1.27 cm, respectively, and the length of the side of the structural member is 2 inches and 5.08 cm, respectively. The top of the structural member corresponds to the same circumference as the static portion and therefore has a width of 2 inches.Figure 14 specifically shows this alternative embodiment in a side view, with the mounting body 20", movable portion 22" and weapon rail connector 24" being more visible.Figures 15 and 16 show an arrangement of the alternative embodiment of Figures 13 and 14 using a single connector 14" connected to a single leg 42" of a tripod 40" and forming a firearm stabilizer 48" under a canopy. Specifically, Fig. 15 shows the alternative embodiment without the firearm mounted, while Fig. 16 shows the alternative embodiment of the firearm stabilizer under a canopy of Fig. 15 with a firearm 50" engaged therewith. The firearm is mounted on the firearm support 16".As can be clearly seen, the firearm support 16" is used in a forward direction in Figure 15 and thus appears to project outwardly from the center of a cavity formed between the three legs 42" of the tripod 40. However, since the leg connector 14" is movable about the legs 42", this allows the firearm 50" to be seated on the leg 42" in an outward or inward direction, as shown in Fig. 16. In Figure 16, the leg connector 14'' is inwardly directed so that the firearm support 16'' is under a canopy 44'', so that the firearm 50'' is positioned between the legs 42''.Figure 17 shows an alternative embodiment of a multi-leg stand attachment 110 for supporting a firearm. Identical or similar features are described with identical or similar reference numerals, and further detailed description is omitted for brevity.The multi-leg stator attachment 110 comprises the attachment body 112, which is formed here from a carbon fiber composite material and which is formed as a statically shaped rod. There are two leg connectors 114 in the form of hooks which can be hooked around the legs of a tripod, for example. The hooks may include a fluted portion 156 to allow mating of the multi-leg stand attachment 110 with the multi-leg stand.The firearm support 116 is shown here only as a receiving opening for a special holder to which it can be connected. However, the attachment body 112 may have additional receptacles 152 or connecting sections via which one or more additional supports 154 may be connected, as shown in FIG. 17.Minor and / or major deviations from the listed dimensions do not negate the overall inventive features of the invention as described, but are merely potential metrics of certain exemplary embodiments.The non-tightening element is considered to be one that is not actively tightening to conform to the leg of a multi-leg stand, for example a pre-tensioned clip that fits around only a single or a series of leg peripheries.While the preferred embodiment of the structural member, cap body and firearm support of the multi-leg stand cap is made of a metal or metal alloy, it is also conceivable that a resiliently flexible material such as a polymer or resinous compound may be used.A firearm support, as described in detail herein, is used to support a firearm in a use state by engaging a firearm. Alternatively, the firearm support may be a support that supports the shaft, rail or barrel of the firearm without any connection.The structural elements may be shaped to conform to the converging shape of the legs of a multi-leg stand in use, but such structural elements may also be provided as elements perpendicular to the superstructure.The attachment body could include first and second body portions movably engaged with each other to allow length adjustment of the attachment body. For example, the length of the attachment body could be telescopically variable.The structural elements and / or leg connectors can also be pivotable overall. In the embodiments currently illustrated, these structural elements end at each end of the attachment body. However, it is also conceivable that the structural elements are connected to an articulated or another device, so that they can be pivoted relative to the attachment body independently of one another.Depending on the arrangement, it may be necessary to provide a plurality of closures, for example at least one closure or more than two closures. If a smaller structural element is provided, only one fastener may be attached, whereas if a longer structural element is provided, more than one fastener may be attached. The number of breechblocks may depend on the weight of the weapon and on how much additional stability is required.These closures may themselves be removable and interchangeable with different types of closures that are of different size, have different handle members, or are made of a different material.It is conceivable that the leg connectors are provided not in pairs but one at each end of the attachment body. Instead, only one connector forming a cantilever structure may be required. This cantilevered structure can provide greater flexibility to the user since only one connection point is required. The multi-leg stand attachment may also be provided with more than two leg connectors, particularly if they are to fit tri-leg assemblies, a third leg connector may be used for additional support and stability.It is understood that the cap body may be formed as a body having either a rectilinear, cuboidal shape or a non-rectilinear or substantially non-rectilinear profile such as a cylindrical or other polyhedral shape.The multi-leg stand attachment is configured to be attachable to a series of multi-leg stands, in particular tripods and four-legs. The multi-leg stand attachment can be configured differently in order to mount it on a tripod and / or a four-leg.Thus, in the embodiment where a single leg connector is provided, the attachment body is formed from a static portion combined with a structural member, thereby forming an attachment body without the need to use an elongate member, body or other such structure.Here, a multi-leg stand attachment is provided for attachment to a multi-leg stand such as a camera stand or weapon stand. The multi-leg stand attachment is configured to include at least one leg connector, an attachment body, and a firearm support to support a firearm on an existing multi-leg stand and provide a firearm stabilizer under a canopy.The words "comprises / comprising" and the words "comprising / including", when used herein in relation to the present invention, are used to specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, components, or groups thereof.It is understood that certain features of the invention, which are described in connection with separate embodiments for the sake of clarity, can also be provided in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features of the invention, which are described for brevity in connection with a single embodiment, may also be provided separately or in any suitable sub-combination.The above-described embodiments are given by way of example only, and various changes and modifications will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present invention as defined in the appended claims.

Claims

A multi-leg stand attachment for supporting a firearm, the multi-leg stand attachment comprising:at least one leg connector that, in use, engages a leg of a multi-leg stand under a canopy thereof;an attachment body that engages the at least one leg connector; anda firearm support positioned on the attachment body and configured to support a firearm to thereby convert the multi-leg stand into an under-canopy firearm stabilizer. A multi-leg stand attachment according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of leg connectors are provided. A multi-leg stand attachment according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein only one leg connector is provided. Multi-leg stand attachment according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one leg connector has at least one closure. A multi-legged stand attachment according to claim 4, wherein a plurality of closures are provided. A multi-leg stand attachment according to claim 4, wherein the at least one closure comprises a strap and a complementary strap connector. Multi-leg stand attachment according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one leg connector comprises a hook. Multi-legged stand attachment according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the attachment body is designed as a linear body or as a non-linear body. A multi-leg stand attachment according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one leg connector is angled or substantially angled relative to the firearm support. A multi-legged stand attachment according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the attachment body comprises a first and a second body portion movably engaged with each other to enable length adjustment of the attachment body. A multi-legged stand attachment according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the attachment body is foldable so that it can remain attached to the multi-legged stand when the multi-legged stand is folded. A multi-legged stand attachment according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the firearm support comprises a carrier for supporting a firearm. Multi-legged stand attachment according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the firearm support protrudes from the attachment body and / or is formed integrally as part of the attachment body or is detachably engageable with the attachment body. A multi-legged stand attachment according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the firearm support is movably engaged with the attachment body. A multi-legged stand attachment according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the firearm support comprises a static portion, the static portion further comprising a mounting body into which a movable portion engages. A multi-leg stand attachment according to claim 15, wherein the movable portion includes a firearm rail connector mounted thereon that is releasably engageable with the movable portion. A multi-legged stand attachment according to claim 15 or claim 16, wherein the movable portion is rotatable about an axis relative to the static portion of the firearm support. Multi-leg stand attachment according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one leg connector is rotatable. Multi-leg stand attachment according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one leg connector is releasably engageable on the attachment body. A method for reconfiguring a multi-leg stand to support a firearm, the method comprising the steps of: a. providing a multi-leg stand attachment according to any preceding claim; and b. engaging the at least one leg connector with at least one leg of the multi-leg stand such that the firearm support is positioned to support a firearm under a canopy of the multi-leg stand.

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