Firearms – Safety mechanism – Trigger lock
Reexamination Certificate
2001-02-15
2003-06-17
Carone, Michael J. (Department: 3641)
Firearms
Safety mechanism
Trigger lock
C042S070110
Reexamination Certificate
active
06578307
ABSTRACT:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
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STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT
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REFERENCE TO A MICROFICHE APPENDIX
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
This invention pertains to the field of firearms security, specifically the secure storage of lever action rifles. There are many trigger guard style locks available, but all of these designs rely on the immobility of the trigger guard as the foundation of the security of the device. Lever action rifles are inherently difficult to secure due to the integration of the operating lever and trigger guard. As the lever can be moved away from the trigger to cycle the action, the trigger guard style lock is rendered useless unless something else prevents motion of the lever. Previous patents for enclosure type locking devices, ie. Meade (U.S. Pat. No. 5,313,733) do not address the need for the enclosure to be fitted to the specific form and requirements of specific models of rifle. Each rifle design is different, and they have unique needs, such as to cover and protect takedown screws or to avoid interference with different operating parts. In attempting to be universally applicable, Meade's patent forces compromises in security when applied to any individual rifle. Further, other enclosure type security devices, ie. Jordan (U.S. Pat. No. 6,260,299B1) render the enclosure too large and bulky for convenient use by integrating the lock mechanism into the enclosure, or by attempting to anticipate the needs of too many different configurations of firearm.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This invention comprises a hinged enclosure, closely fitted to the contour of the stock and combination lever and trigger guard of certain common lever action rifles and provided with an opening to allow fitment of a trigger lock. Properly applied, the trigger lock secures the invention to the rifle, which in turn secures the lever. This effectively locks the action in the closed position without interfering with the internal portions of the action. In the closed position, the action is protected from tampering and the entry of contamination. The enclosure also includes provision for threading a cable style lock through the enclosure and the rifle's lever loop, allowing the user to lock the firearm to any convenient, secure location. Thus, the rifle may be secured against theft, tampering, and unauthorized use. The enclosure fits closely enough that it does not interfere with or risk damaging common accessories, and takes up so little space that it does not complicate the packaging of the secured firearm in common rifle cases for transport. This invention is not intended to render any firearm foolproof or failsafe in any way, only to allow conscientious users to enjoy the benefits of readily available trigger locks without undue complication or inconvenience.
REFERENCES:
patent: 4398367 (1983-08-01), Gamble et al.
patent: 5313733 (1994-05-01), Meade
patent: 5437119 (1995-08-01), Womack
patent: 5621996 (1997-04-01), Mowl, Jr.
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patent: 5960575 (1999-10-01), Chiovitt et al.
patent: 6009654 (2000-01-01), Williams et al.
patent: 6142313 (2000-11-01), Young
patent: 6260299 (2001-07-01), Jordan
patent: 7800 (1950-03-01), None
Carone Michael J.
Chambers Troy
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