Firearm Holster With Muzzle Magnet Retention and Anti-Sagging Wedge
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Solution Overview
Problem
Firearm holsters often fail to stabilize firearms without rail attachments, causing rattling or shifting, and can sag on the user, leading to discomfort and visibility issues, while magnetic holsters may scratch the firearm or cock the slide.
Innovation Solution
A firearm holster with a magnet assembly at the muzzle end to secure the firearm, a wedge on the side panels to prevent sagging, and a spacer adjustment system for desired resting angles, along with stabilizer rods and adjustable belt clips for enhanced stability and fit.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the holster includes space and clearance for rail attachments, then firearms with rail attachments can be accommodated, but firearms without rail attachments will rattle or shift undesirably
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by providing different features in different locations within the holster. Specifically, a retention element is positioned at the muzzle end to contact the crown of the barrel, while the body of the holster maintains clearance suitable for both firearms with and without rail attachments. This localized retention feature provides stability for firearms without rails while preserving versatility for those with rails.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the holster is designed for concealed carry, then the firearm can be hidden, but the holster may protrude causing discomfort and visibility
Solution Approach 1:
The patent addresses concealment issues by controlling the holster's profile and shape in the dimension perpendicular to the body. The streamlined design and contoured shape reduce protrusion from the wearer's body, allowing the holster to remain concealed while maintaining accessibility and comfort during movement.
3Reliability
If a magnet is used to secure the firearm, then retention is improved, but the firearm may be scratched or the slide may be cocked
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses an intermediary retention element rather than direct magnetic contact with the firearm's slide or trigger guard. The retention element, positioned at the muzzle end, contacts the crown of the barrel to provide secure retention without causing scratches or unintended slide movement. This intermediary approach maintains reliability while eliminating harmful effects.
4Stability of the object's composition
If the holster presses against the user's body to prevent sagging, then stability is improved, but discomfort may increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs an angled wedge structure that functions as a mechanical counterweight system. The wedge, positioned at the rear of the holster, uses gravitational force and friction against the user's body to counteract the downward pull of the firearm's weight. This prevents sagging while distributing pressure in a way that maintains comfort during extended wear.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The holster effectively stabilizes firearms without rail attachments, prevents sagging, and provides a comfortable, secure fit, reducing visibility and wear on the firearm.
Implementation Method 1
A magnet may be positioned in the muzzle end of the cavity and be configured to magnetically couple to the crown of a firearm muzzle when the firearm is positioned in the cavity
Data Source
AI summary
A firearm holster has an outer wall, extending between a muzzle end and a breech end, defining a cavity configured to receive a firearm. A magnet and/or magnet assembly may be included, wherein the magnet is at least partly in the cavity at the muzzle end. The magnet assembly is coupled to the muzzle end and includes a magnet housing coupled to the outer wall and connected to the magnet. The holster may include a protruding wedge on a side panel of the outer wall, wherein the protruding wedge comprises a surface formed at an angle from the longitudinal holster axis. The wedge presses against a user's body to help alleviate the holster sagging. The holster may also have a spacer assembly, a portion of which can be configured to press against a user's body to achieve a desired resting angle of the holster.