Deep Concealment Holster Assembly With Rigid Shell And Flexible Liner
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Solution Overview
Problem
Deep concealment holsters often snag on gun parts, become frayed, or fail to securely re-holster due to collapsed entry points, and may inadvertently depress a trigger, compromising concealability and tactical ability, especially when worn with unstructured clothing.
Innovation Solution
A deep concealment holster assembly featuring a rigid front and back shell with a flexible pad and adjustable belt, incorporating a thumb-pop element for one-handed withdrawal and re-holstering, and a flexible liner for comfort and secure firearm retention, allowing the holster to articulate and conform to the body.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a fabric holster is used to provide comfort against the wearer's skin, then wearing comfort is improved, but the holster may snag on sights or other gun parts, quickly become frayed, and present issues with re-holstering
Solution Approach 1:
The holster uses a composite construction with a rigid outer shell made of durable material (such as polymer or molded plastic) and a flexible inner lining made of soft material (such as foam, rubber, or soft fabric). This composite structure combines the durability and snag-resistance of rigid materials with the comfort of soft materials against the skin, while the rigid shell maintains the holster's structural integrity and prevents fraying.
2Reliability
If a rigid shell overlays a flexible backing to create a holster pocket, then firearm retention is improved, but an additional supporting platform or stiff belt is required to anchor the holster
Solution Approach 1:
The holster employs a flexible backing layer that can adapt to various clothing types including unstructured or beltless clothing. The flexible nature of the backing allows the holster to be anchored to the wearer's body without requiring a stiff belt or additional supporting platform, while the rigid outer shell maintains firearm retention through its structural form and retention mechanisms.
3Ease of operation
If a fabric or leather backing is used in the holster, then comfort is improved, but the backing may intrude into the trigger guard and depress the trigger, creating a risk of accidental discharge
Solution Approach 1:
The holster design applies different material properties to different regions: the rigid outer shell is used in areas where trigger guard coverage is needed to prevent fabric intrusion, while the flexible backing material is confined to areas that contact the wearer's body. This localized application of material qualities ensures that comfort-providing materials do not intrude into the trigger guard area, eliminating the risk of accidental discharge while maintaining comfort where appropriate.
4Ease of operation
If a leather or fabric backing is used to increase holster comfort, then wearing comfort is improved, but the holster's profile increases, negatively affecting concealability
Solution Approach 1:
The holster uses a thin, flexible backing layer that provides comfort against the skin while maintaining a low profile. The flexible material can conform to the contours of the wearer's body and clothing, allowing the holster to remain slim and concealable without requiring thick layers of padding or bulky materials. The rigid outer shell is contoured to fit closely against the body, further minimizing the holster's overall profile.
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AI summary
Example implementations relating to a deep concealment holster assembly are disclosed herein that may be utilized, in whole or in part, with unstructured clothing, such as without support of a separate waist belt, for example, without sacrificing holster's overall functionality and/or concealability.