Firearms – Safety mechanism – Firearm lock
Patent
1995-06-08
1998-05-12
Carone, Michael J.
Firearms
Safety mechanism
Firearm lock
42 7006, 42 66, F41A 1700
Patent
active
057491666
ABSTRACT:
A gun lock assembly includes an engagement portion with a locked position in which a portion of the firing mechanism is operatively engaged to prevent firing of the firearm, and an unlocked position in which operation of the firearm is permitted. The lock preferably includes a lock housing with structure for attaching the lock housing to the firearm. An adaptor can be utilized to facilitate attachment of the lock to a variety of different guns. A preferred combination lock is disclosed with structure for altering the combination. An embodiment that is suitable for long arms is also disclosed. An adaptor plate can be provided with an lever which is moveable with operation of the lock to selectively engage a portion of the firearm to selectively permit or prevent operation of the firearm. Embodiments are disclosed where the lever is utilized to engage the drawbar of a firearm, the rebound slide of a firearm, or the hammer stirrup of the firearm.
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Carone Michael J.
Chelliah Meena
Saf T Lok Corporation
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