Shock-absorbing device for a firearm

Abstract

Shock-absorbing device (1) for a firearm (2), comprising a rear part (4) and a front part (5) which are movable relative to each other against the force of at least one damping element (6), wherein a locking device (7) acting between the rear part (4) and the front part (5) blocks relative movement between the rear part (4) and the front part (5) in a locked position (SS) and allows relative movement in a released position (FS), wherein the locking device (7) has a release element (17) that can be activated and adjusted by means of a recoil impulse, which in a holding position (HS) holds the locking device (7) in the locked position (SS) and in an active position (AS) releases the locking device (7) into the released position (FS), wherein a release device (19) that can be activated by means of a forward impulse is provided, which is adjustable between a rest position (RS) and an offset position (VS) as a result of the forward impulse.in the rest position (RS) is ineffective with respect to the locking device (7) and in the offset position (VS) releases the locking device (7) into the release position (FS).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a shock-absorbing device for a firearm, in particular for attachment to or in the buttstock of the firearm, preferably a handgun, comprising a rear part and a front part which are movable relative to each other against the force of at least one damping element, wherein a locking device acting between the rear part and the front part is provided which, in a locked position, blocks a relative movement between the rear part and the front part and, in a release position, allows a relative movement between the rear part and the front part, wherein the locking device has a release element which can be activated by means of a recoil impulse, which is adjustable as a result of the recoil impulse and which, in a holding position, holds the locking device in the locked position and, in an active position, releases the locking device into the release position.

[0002] Devices for damping the recoil acting on a shooter following the firing of a firearm are known in the prior art. These devices are designed, on the one hand, to dampen the recoil as effectively as possible in order to prevent or reduce injuries or at least discomfort for the shooter, and on the other hand, to maintain accurate target acquisition by the shooter before and during a series of shots. For target acquisition, a rigid design of the recoil-damping device before firing is advantageous.

[0003] EP 3 350 533 B1 discloses a recoil-damping device which ensures reliable and smooth, low-friction triggering of the damping effect even during prolonged use. The device has a rear and a front part which are movable relative to each other against the force of at least one damping element. A locking device is provided between the rear and front parts, which, in a locked position, blocks relative movement between the rear and front parts and, in a released position, allows relative movement between the rear and front parts. A release element, activated by a recoil impulse, holds the locking device in the locked position in a holding position and releases the locking device to the released position in an active position. The release element is designed to pivot about a pivot axis as a result of the recoil impulse.

[0004] The device therefore has several components that are easily adjustable, for example by means of rotating elements that roll against each other, and in particular pivotable. However, damage to the recoil-absorbing device can occur as a result of rough handling of the firearm, especially if the firearm is dropped.

[0005] The object of the invention is to provide a shock-absorbing device, as described above, which avoids or at least reduces the disadvantages of the prior art. In particular, the shock-absorbing device should protect the locking mechanism, at least to a large extent, from damage resulting from the rear of the firearm impacting a surface. The shock-absorbing device should nevertheless be compact, simple in design, and inexpensive to manufacture.

[0006] This problem is solved by a device according to claim 1. Advantageous embodiments and further developments are specified in the dependent claims.

[0007] The invention is characterized in that a release device, activatable by a forward recoil impulse, is provided, which, as a result of the forward recoil impulse, is adjustable between a rest position and an offset position, is ineffective with respect to the locking device in the rest position, and releases the locking device to the release position in the offset position. The shock-absorbing device is thus designed to dampen both a recoil impulse and a forward recoil impulse. While the recoil impulse arises from firing the firearm and acts against the shooter, the forward recoil impulse occurs particularly when the firearm is dropped and strikes a surface such as a sidewalk or roadway with its rear end, i.e., essentially with the buttstock or a butt plate.In general, the recoil impulse and the forward impulse act in at least approximately opposite directions.

[0008] The shock-absorbing device comprises a rear section and a front section that is movable relative to the rear section, in particular a sliding section, with a damping element provided between the rear section and the front section. If the rear section is attached to a rear portion of the stock and / or the firearm itself, the front section is integrated into a front portion of the stock. The rear portion of the stock and / or the firearm is the portion closest to the shooter's shoulder in the firearm's firing position, and the front portion is the portion farther from the shooter's shoulder in the firearm's firing position. Alternatively, the shock-absorbing device can also be attached to the rear portion of the stock and / or the firearm with its front section, thus allowing a firearm to be easily retrofitted with the shock-absorbing device.Between the rear and front sections are a damping element, designed to reduce the recoil of the firearm, and a locking device. The damping element is, for example, a spring that is compressed by the approach of the rear and front sections. The locking device is adjustable between a locked position and a released position. In the locked position, the locking device blocks any relative movement between the rear and front sections, while in the released position, it allows relative movement between the rear and front sections, thus providing recoil damping. To keep the locking device in the locked position while aiming and immediately before firing, and to only allow it to move to the released position upon firing, the locking device features a release element that can be activated by the recoil impulse.The release element is adjustable between a holding position and an active position as a result of the recoil impulse. In the holding position, the release element keeps the locking device in the locked position, in which relative movement between the rear and front parts is blocked, and in the active position, it releases the locking device into the release position.

[0009] Preferably, the locking device, in particular the release element, is mounted in a smooth-running manner, overcoming only minimal frictional resistance, in order to achieve reliable blocking and release of the relative movement between the rear and front parts.

[0010] To protect the shock-absorbing device, particularly the locking mechanism, from damage if the firearm falls and strikes the ground with its rear end, a release mechanism activated by a forward impact is provided. This forward impact acts on the firearm when it strikes the ground with its rear end. As a result of the forward impact, the release mechanism is adjustable between a rest position and an offset position. In the rest position, the release mechanism has no effect on the locking mechanism, while in the offset position, the release mechanism unlocks the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism, which is already present, is thus also actuated by the forward impact.Under normal use, or when the firearm is laid down, no forward recoil impulse acts on the firearm. As a result, the release mechanism remains in its resting position and does not act on the locking mechanism. Consequently, the locking mechanism remains in the locked position, in which relative movement between the rear and front sections is blocked. The effect on the locking mechanism can be understood as actuation of the locking mechanism or as the application of a force to the locking mechanism. However, if the firearm falls to the ground with its rear section facing down and is therefore subjected to a forward recoil impulse, this impulse activates the release mechanism, i.e., the release mechanism moves from its resting position to the offset position. In the offset position, the release mechanism acts on the locking mechanism, enabling the locking mechanism to move into the release position.In particular, when transitioning to the offset position, the release mechanism moves the locking mechanism out of the locked position. In the release position, the locking mechanism allows relative movement between the rear and front sections. This relative movement is thus triggered by both recoil and forward thrust. Therefore, the damping element provides a damping effect not only in the case of recoil but also in the case of forward thrust. The forward thrust damping effect of the damping element protects the firearm, and especially the locking mechanism, from damage.

[0011] Overall, this results in a cost-effective, structurally simple and reliable device for continuous operation for the forward shock absorption and recoil absorption of a firearm, in particular a handgun or long gun.

[0012] When the description refers to locations and directions such as "above," "below," "front," "back," "forward," "backward," or "sideways," these refer to an intended state of use of the firearm. The term "vertical" means in the direction of gravity, from "above" to "below," or vice versa. If the firearm is to be used in a different position, the location and direction descriptions must be adjusted accordingly. The terms "rear" and "backward" describe a position on the recoil-absorbing device or on the firearm that is closer to the shoulder of a shooter firing the firearm than a position described by the terms "front" or "front."

[0013] According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the release device may be in contact with the locking device in the offset position, and the locking device may be in an intermediate position between the locking position and the release position, or in the release position itself. By being in contact with the locking device, the release device can exert pressure on the locking device in the offset position, or even during the transition to the offset position, in order to move it reliably. In the offset position of the release device, the locking device has already been moved out of the locking position and into the intermediate position or into the release position. The release device thus initiates the locking device to leave the locked position. If the locking device is in the release position in the offset position, the release device, after initiating the movement, will have moved the locking device into the release position.Alternatively, after the initial impulse, when transitioning to the offset position, the release device can only move the locking device into the intermediate position, and the locking device can continue to move into the release position without any additional force being applied by the release device.

[0014] For reliable and smooth activation of the release device, the release device may include at least one release element that is pivotable about a release element pivot axis as a result of the forward recoil impulse. The release element pivot axis is preferably located outside the center of gravity of the release element so that the release element pivots about the release element pivot axis as a result of the forward recoil impulse. Preferably, the release element pivots in a stationary position of the firearm, in which one longitudinal direction of the firearm is oriented vertically, even without a forward recoil impulse, solely due to gravity, i.e., even in a case where the firearm is carefully set down. The release element is preferably designed as a plate.Furthermore, the release body can have a recess serving as a bearing, for example a through-hole, to accommodate the release body's pivot axis. Alternatively, the release body itself can have the release body's pivot axis. The release body can be mounted on the front or rear part.

[0015] For reliable actuation of the locking device, it is advantageous if the release device has an actuating element that is movably connected to the release body and with which the release device rests against the locking device in the offset position. The movable connection between the actuating element and the release body causes a change in the position of the actuating element when the release body pivots. Thus, in the event of a forward impact, the release body adjusts the actuating element, which in turn actuates the locking device. In the offset position, the actuating element of the release device rests against the locking device. The actuating element can be designed as a plate and mounted on the front or rear part.A particular advantage of an actuating element movably connected to the release body is that the release body can be specifically designed to pivot in the event of a forward impact impulse, while the actuating element can be specifically designed to transfer the pivoting of the release body into an actuation of the locking device.

[0016] According to a particularly advantageous design of the actuating element, the actuating element can be pivoted about an actuating pivot axis and preferably has a longitudinal guide, in particular an elongated hole, into which the release element, in particular a projection of the release element or a projection connected to the release element, engages. Thus, the pivoting of the release element can be converted into a particularly low-friction pivoting of the actuating element. The engagement of the release element in the longitudinal guide allows the manufacture and assembly of the release device with larger tolerance ranges. The actuating element can, in particular, be designed as a lever pivotable about the actuating pivot axis, whereby a first, comparatively small force introduced by the release element can be transferred into a second, comparatively larger force acting on the locking device.

[0017] For particularly reliable activation of the release device by means of a forward impulse, the release device may be provided with two release elements arranged on two opposing side surfaces of a receiving block of the rear or front part. Preferably, the two release elements are arranged symmetrically around a central plane of the receiving block. The receiving block is preferably fixed to the rear or front part, or a part thereof. In the case of two release elements, the actuating element of the release device may be movably connected to both release elements. In particular, both release elements may engage in the longitudinal guide of the actuating element.

[0018] To achieve a particularly simple and reliable design, the actuating element can be arranged in a recess provided between the opposing side surfaces of the receiving block, in particular in a central plane of the receiving block. In the case of two release bodies, at least part of the actuating element can thus be received between the two release bodies. The recess of the receiving block can, in particular, be designed as a slot.

[0019] According to a further embodiment, the locking device may include a pivotably mounted retaining lever on the rear or front part, with a retaining rotatable element arranged thereon and symmetrical about a first axis of rotation, and a pivotably mounted release lever with a release rotatable element arranged thereon and symmetrical about a second axis of rotation, wherein the retaining rotatable element is supported by the release rotatable element in the locked position and engages in a locking mechanism of the other part, either the rear or front part. The retaining lever and the release lever thus interact. The retaining rotatable element of the retaining lever, mounted on the rear or front part, preferably engages in the locking mechanism provided on the front or rear part, which in a simple embodiment may be a recess.In the locked position of the locking device, the retaining rotating element is held in engagement with the locking mechanism by the release rotating element, thus blocking relative movement between the rear and front parts. Upon transition to the release position, triggered by a forward thrust impulse, the release lever is pivoted relative to the retaining lever by the release mechanism. This releases the retaining rotating element from its engagement with the locking device, allowing it to disengage from the locking mechanism. Therefore, relative movement between the rear and front parts is permitted in the release position of the locking device. The retaining rotating element and the release rotating element can be either a roller or a ball.

[0020] To maintain a stable end position of the release lever in the locked position of the locking device, the release lever or the release rotating body can rest against the receiving block in the locked position. The stable end position of the release lever can facilitate the transition of the release device from the rest position to the offset position and thus the transition of the locking device, in particular the release lever, from the locked position to the released position.

[0021] Regarding the positioning of the actuating element in the offset position on the locking device, it can be provided that the actuating element, in the offset position, rests against the release lever or the release rotary body of the locking device. Thus, as a result of the forward impulse, the actuating element can actuate the release lever or release rotary body, in particular pivoting it, thereby releasing the locking device into the release position.

[0022] To ensure that the locking device returns from the release position to the locked position after the forward or recoil impulse has been dampened, it is preferred that the locking device be pre-tensioned into the locked position by a return element, in particular an elastic longitudinal element. The return element can, for example, be an elastic band, especially a rubber band. Alternatively, the return element can be a spring element.

[0023] To achieve a simple design, the reset mechanism can be attached to the release lever and preferably also to the release body. In particular, the reset mechanism can run in a straight line between the release lever and the release body. Alternatively, one end of the reset mechanism can be attached to the release lever and the other end to a wall of the rear or front part.

[0024] For reliable recoil damping, it is advantageous if the release element is the release lever and is connected to or integrally formed with a delay element. This allows the release lever to pivot in the event of recoil, enabling the locking mechanism to move into the release position. The delay element causes a time-delayed pivoting of the release lever, so that the release pivot changes its position later at the start of the recoil compared to the holding pivot, and the release pivot can no longer support the holding pivot. The mass and shape of the delay element are designed to overcome any restraining forces that would otherwise oppose the release lever's movement during recoil.

[0025] The invention will be further explained below with reference to preferred, non-limiting embodiments and the drawings. The drawings show: Fig. 1A a firearm, in particular a handgun, in symbolic representation, without a shock-absorbing device mounted in the buttstock of the firearm; Fig. 1B the firearm Fig. 1A , in whose buttstock a shock-absorbing device according to the invention is attached, in symbolic representation; Fig. 1C the firearm Fig. 1B , wherein the shock-absorbing device includes an additional butt cap and a cushion, in symbolic representation; Fig. 2 a firearm, in particular a handgun, with a shock-absorbing device according to the invention, which is an alternative to the mounting according to Fig. 1B attached to a rear part of the buttstock of the firearm, in symbolic representation; Fig. 3a schematic side view of a vertical longitudinal section of the shock-absorbing device according to the invention, in a locked position of the locking device, with a release device shown only symbolically; Fig. 4 a schematic side view of a vertical longitudinal section of the shock-absorbing device according to the invention, in a release position of the locking device, with the release device shown only symbolically; Fig. 5 a simplified representation of the locking device in the locked position and the release device in the rest position; Fig. 6 a simplified representation of the locking device in an intermediate position and the release device in the offset position; and Fig. 7 The locking device in the locked position and the release device in the rest position in a simplified side view of a longitudinal section along a vertical median plane.

[0026] It should be noted that the Figures 1 to 7 The figures are not necessarily drawn to scale. Furthermore, for the sake of clarity, not all components of the shock-absorbing device are shown in all figures.

[0027] The Figures 1A, 1B, 1C and 2 Figure 1 shows two ways of connecting the shock-absorbing device 1 according to the invention to a firearm 2.

[0028] Fig. 1A shows a firearm 2, preferably a handgun 2a, with a free space FR in a buttstock 3 or stock of the firearm 2, into which free space FR the shock-absorbing device 1 can be inserted.

[0029] Fig. 1B The firearm 2 is shown. Fig. 1A in whose buttstock 3 or piston the shock-absorbing device 1 according to the invention is already inserted.

[0030] Fig. 1C The firearm 2 is shown. Fig. 1B, wherein the shock-absorbing device 1 inserted in the buttstock 3 or piston additionally has a buttstock cap SK mounted at the rear end and a cushion KI mounted on the top.

[0031] Fig. 2 Figure 1 shows a firearm 2, preferably a handgun 2a, without a free space FR in the buttstock 3 or butt. The shock-absorbing device 1 is instead attached to the buttstock 3 or butt of the firearm 2.

[0032] The different connection options require only minor adjustments to an outer shell AH accommodating the shock-absorbing device 1 and / or minor modifications to the shock-absorbing device 1.

[0033] In the Figures 1A, 1B, 1C and 2 The longitudinal direction LR of the firearm 2, the firing direction SR, the recoil direction RR and the direction VR of a forward thrust impulse are shown.

[0034] The Figures 3 and 4Figure 1 shows a simplified representation of the shock-absorbing device 1 in a vertical longitudinal section. The shock-absorbing device 1 has a rear section 4 and a front section 5. The front section 5 is the part of the shock-absorbing device 1 that is located further away from the shooter and is preferably rigidly and frictionally connected to the receiver of the firearm 2, including the barrel. The rear section 4 is the part of the shock-absorbing device 1 that is located closer to the shooter and is, for example, rigidly and frictionally connected to the butt plate SK. The rear section 4 and the front section 5 may overlap in a side view. In particular, the rear section 4 and the front section 5 may be designed to slide towards each other during movement. For example, the rear section 4 may be guided in a guide (not shown) in the front section 5. The front section 5 may have bores for attachment to or in the buttstock 3.The rear part 4 and the front part 5 are movable relative to each other against the force of at least one damping element 6, in particular, they are displaceable. In . Fig. 3 The rear part 4 and the front part 5 are not yet moved relative to each other, whereas in the illustration according to Fig. 4 The rear part 4 and the front part 5 have been moved relative to each other, and therefore damping by the damping element 6 has already taken place. The damping element 6 is shown only symbolically and can also be arranged in a position on the shock-absorbing device 1 that differs from the position shown. For example, the damping element 6 is a spring element.

[0035] A locking device 7 is provided between the rear part 4 and the front part 5. In a locking position SS, this device blocks relative movement between the rear part 4 and the front part 5, and in a release position FS, it allows relative movement between the rear part 4 and the front part 5. Preferably, the locking device 7 comprises a retaining lever 8 pivotably mounted on the rear part 4 or the front part 5, with a retaining rotatable element 10 arranged thereon and symmetrical about a first axis of rotation 9, and a pivotably mounted release lever 11 with a release rotatable element 13 arranged thereon and symmetrical about a second axis of rotation 12. In the examples according to Figs. 3 and 4 The holding lever 8 is mounted on the rear part 4 via a holding lever pivot axis 14 and the release lever 11 via a release lever pivot axis 15. In the Fig. 3In the depicted locking position SS, the retaining rotating body 10 is supported by the release rotating body 13 and engages in a locking device 16, for example a recess 16a, of the other rear part 4 or front part 5. In the examples according to Figs. 3 and 4 The locking device 16 is provided in the front part 5. As long as the retaining rotary body 10 is supported by the release rotary body 13 and engages in the locking device 16, the rear part 4 and the front part 5 cannot move relative to each other and the damping element 6 cannot provide any damping effect. In the Fig. 4 In the depicted release position FS, the holding rotating body 10 is no longer supported by the release rotating body 13 as a result of a recoil impulse or forward impulse and has come out of engagement with the locking device 16, whereby the damping element 6 provides the damping effect.

[0036] To trigger the damping effect as a result of a recoil impulse, the locking device 7 has a release element 17 that can be activated by means of a recoil impulse, which is adjustable as a result of the recoil impulse and which is in a holding position HS (see Fig. 3 ) the locking device 7 is held in the locked position SS and in an active position AS (see Fig. 4 ) releases the locking device 7 into the release position FS. The release element 17 can be the release lever 11 itself, in which case it is connected to or integrally formed with a delay element 18. The delay element 18 preferably has a sufficiently high moment of inertia to transition from the holding position HS to the active position AS with a delay in the event of recoil. Preferably, due to its moment of inertia, the release element 17 pivots with a delay about the release lever pivot axis 15.

[0037] To trigger the damping effect of the damping element 6 even when the firearm 2 is dropped, thereby subjecting it to a forward recoil impulse, and furthermore to protect the locking device 7 from damage by the forward recoil impulse, a release device 19, which can be activated by a forward recoil impulse, is provided. The release device 19 is located in the Figures 3 and 4 The representation is symbolic only. The release device 19 is adjustable between a rest position RS and an offset position VS as a result of the forward impulse. In the rest position RS, the release device 19 has no effect with respect to the locking device 7, and in the offset position VS, the release device 19 releases the locking device 7 into the release position FS.

[0038] The Figures 5, 6 and 7Figure 1 shows the locking device 7 and the release device 19 in a simplified representation of a vertical longitudinal section, parallel to a median plane. Most other components of the shock-absorbing device 1 are shown in the Figures 5, 6 and 7 not shown.

[0039] In Fig. 5 The locking device 7 is shown in the locked position SS and the release device 19 in the rest position RS. In this state, the firearm 2 is stored, among other things, or a target is aimed at. The release device 19 can be positioned at a distance from the locking device 7 in the rest position RS, or it can touch it with such minimal pressure that the locking device 7 is not moved.

[0040] Fig. 6Figure 2 illustrates a state immediately after a forward thrust impulse acts on the firearm 2. The forward thrust impulse has moved the release device 19 from the rest position RS to the offset position VS. During this transition to the offset position VS, the release device 19 acted on the locking device 7, in particular exerting pressure on the locking device 7, thereby moving it out of the locked position SS. Therefore, in the offset position VS, the release device 19 rests against the locking device 7, with the locking device 7 being in an intermediate position ZP between the locked position SS and the release position FS. Alternatively, during the transition to the offset position VS, the release device 19 can exert pressure on the locking device 7 until the locking device 7 is forced into the release position FS by the release device 19. Fig. 6In the illustrated example, the release device 19 only forces the locking device 7 into the intermediate position ZP. Since the holding rotary body 10 is only supported by the release rotary body 13 in the locking position SS, the holding rotary body 10 can already move from the intermediate position ZP to the release position FS without further action from the release device 19.

[0041] In the example according to the Figures 5 and 6 The release device 19 has at least one release body 20 which is designed to pivot about a release body pivot axis 21 as a result of the forward thrust impulse. For this purpose, the release body pivot axis 21 is located outside the center of gravity of the release body 20, as shown in the example below. Figures 5 and 6 , arranged on a side edge of the release body 20. Although in the Figures 5 and 6Since only a single release body 20 is visible in the side view, the release device 19 can have two release bodies 20, which are arranged on two opposite side surfaces of a receiving block 22 of the rear part 4 or front part 5. In the Figures 5 and 6 The receiving block 22 and at least one release body 20 are provided at the rear 4.

[0042] In the example according to the Figures 5 and 6The release device 19 also has an actuating element 23, which is movably connected to the release body 20 and with which the release device 19 rests against the locking device 7 in the offset position VS. Due to the movable connection between the release body 20 and the actuating element 23, the release body 20 adjusts the actuating element 23 in the event of a forward impulse. In particular, in the offset position VS, the actuating element 23 rests against the release rotary body 13, thereby forcing it out of the locking position SS. Alternatively, in the offset position VS, the actuating element 23 can rest against the release lever 11.The actuating element 23 is preferably designed to pivot about an actuating pivot axis 24 and preferably has a longitudinal guide 25, in particular an elongated hole 25a, into which the release body 20, in particular a projection 26 of the release body 20 or a projection 26 connected to the release body 20, preferably a pin inserted into the release body 20, engages. The actuating element 23 can be arranged in a recess 27 of the receiving block 22 provided between the opposing side surfaces.

[0043] Fig. 5Figure 1 further illustrates that the release lever 11 or the release rotary body 13 can rest against the receiving block 22 in the locked position SS. The receiving block 22 can thus form an end stop for the release lever 11 or for the release rotary body 13. Preferably, the first axis of rotation 9 of the holding rotary body 10 and the second axis of rotation 12 of the release rotary body 13 are arranged in line with the release lever pivot axis 15 in the locked position SS. The receiving block 22, which forms the end stop, thus prevents the release lever 11 from having to be moved upwards a short distance when pivoting from the locked position SS to the intermediate position ZP, thereby avoiding an unwanted counterforce from the holding rotary body 10.

[0044] In the examples according to the Figures 5 and 6It is also apparent that the locking device 7 is pre-tensioned into the locking position SS by a return mechanism 28, in particular an elastic longitudinal element 28a, for example a rubber band 28b. The return mechanism 28 returns the locking device 7 from the release position FS to the locking position SS after recoil damping or damping of the forward impact impulse has occurred. The return mechanism 28 can be attached to the release lever 11 and preferably also to the release body 20. In particular, the release body 20 can have a release body through-opening 29 through which the elastic longitudinal element 28a is guided. The release lever 11 can have a notch 30 into which the elastic longitudinal element 28a engages.

[0045] Fig. 7Figure 1 shows the locking device 7 in the locked position SS and the release device 19 in the rest position RS in a simplified side view of a longitudinal section along a vertical center plane. The release body 20 is not visible in this view.

[0046] While the locking device 7 thus prevents premature movement of the rear part 4 against the front part 5 and only releases the movement upon firing, the release device 19 protects this locking device 7 from damage if the firearm 2 falls to the ground with its rear part facing down. This is achieved by moving the locking device 7 into the release position FS in the event of the forward recoil impulse, thereby releasing the firing pin 13 from contact with the retaining pin 10 and the engagement of the retaining pin 10 with the locking device 16. The damping element 6 can also dampen both the recoil and the forward impact.

Claims

1. Shock-absorbing device (1) for a firearm (2), in particular for attachment to or in a buttstock (3) of the firearm (2), preferably a handgun (2a), comprising a rear part (4) and a front part (5) which are movable relative to each other against the force of at least one damping element (6), wherein a locking device (7) acting between the rear part (4) and the front part (5) is provided, which in a locked position (SS) blocks a relative movement between the rear part (4) and the front part (5) and in a released position (FS) allows a relative movement between the rear part (4) and the front part (5), wherein the locking device (7) has a release element (17) that can be activated by means of a recoil impulse, which is adjustable as a result of the recoil impulse and which in a holding position (HS) holds the locking device (7) in the locked position (SS) and in an active position (AS) releases the locking device (7) into the released position (FS).characterized by the fact that A release device (19) is provided which can be activated by means of a forward impulse and which is adjustable between a rest position (RS) and an offset position (VS) as a result of the forward impulse, is ineffective in the rest position (RS) with respect to the locking device (7) and releases the locking device (7) into the release position (FS) in the offset position (VS).

2. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that in the offset position (VS) the release device (19) is in contact with the locking device (7) and the locking device (7) is in an intermediate position (ZP) between the locking position (SS) and the release position (FS) or in the release position (FS).

3. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by the fact thatthe release device (19) has at least one release body (20) which is designed to pivot about a release body pivot axis (21) as a result of the forward impact impulse.

4. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 3, characterized by the fact that the release device (19) has an actuating element (23) which is movably connected to the release body (20) and with which the release device (19) rests against the locking device (7) in the offset position (VS).

5. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 4, characterized by the fact that the actuating element (23) is designed to pivot about an actuating pivot axis (24) and preferably has a longitudinal guide (25), in particular an elongated hole (25a), into which / which the release body (20), in particular a projection (26) of the release body (20) or a projection (26) connected with the release body (20), engages.

6. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 3, characterized by the fact that the release device (19) has two release bodies (20) which are arranged on two opposite side surfaces of a receiving block (22) of the rear part (4) or front part (5).

7. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 4 or 5 and claim 6, characterized by the fact that the actuating element (23) is arranged in a recess (27) of the receiving block (22) provided between the opposing side surfaces.

8. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized by the fact thatThe locking device (7) has a retaining lever (8) pivotably mounted on the rear part (4) or front part (5) with a retaining rotating body (10) arranged thereon which is symmetrical about a first axis of rotation (9) and further a release lever (11) pivotably mounted with a release rotating body (13) arranged thereon which is symmetrical about a second axis of rotation (12), wherein the retaining rotating body (10) is supported by the release rotating body (13) in the locking position (SS) and engages in a locking device (16) of the other rear part (4) or front part (5).

9. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 6 or 7 and claim 8, characterized by the fact that the release lever (11) or the release rotary body (13) is in the locked position (SS) against the receiving block (22).

10. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 4 or 5 and claim 8, characterized by the fact thatthe actuating element (23) is in the offset position (VS) on the release lever (11) or on the release rotary body (13) of the locking device (7).

11. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized by the fact that the locking device (7) is pre-tensioned into the locking position (SS) via a return device (28), in particular an elastic longitudinal element (28a).

12. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claims 3, 8 and 11, characterized by the fact that the reset device (28) is attached to the release lever (11) and preferably also to the release body (20).

13. Shock-absorbing device (1) according to claim 8, characterized by the fact that the release element (17) is the release lever (11) and is connected to or integrally formed with a delay element (18).

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