US3772813A
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Rifle shooting stand
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-06-09
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Granted: 1973-11-20
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Expires: 1991-06-09
Abstract
Abstract A rifle shooting stand formed of two stand members, each preferably consisting of machine-bendable wire. The stand members are pivotally connected together to unfold into a spread position preparatory to serving as a support for a rifle in shooting position thereon. A V-shaped bend in one stand member is adapted to supportingly receive the rifle and also effectively prevents relative sliding movement of the two stand members. Thus, the stand construction, by which the two stand members are confined solely to pivotal movements, is simple and yet provides sturdy support for the rifle.
Inventors
- 👤 L Sands
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 00:46
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41A; F41A23/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
176 words
A rifle shooting stand comprising a pair of generally planar first and second stand members, a rifle-supporting section formed in said first stand member as a general V-shape between spaced apart opposite small radius bends and terminating in outwardly diverging legs, means pivotally connecting operative ends of said second stand member to said first stand member at said small radius bends thereof so as to define a generally horizontally oriented pivot axis for said shooting stand and to minimize disengaging sliding movement of one stand member relative to the other stand member while permitting unrestricted pivotal movement therebetween, said first and second stand members being pivotally movable about said pivot axis from positions adjacent each other into spread positions preparatory to providing an upright riflesupporting condition to said shooting stand, said V-shape of said first stand being located adjacent and in depending relation to said pivot axis so that the weight of the rifle thereon induces closing movement of said first stand member relative to said second stand member, and shock-absorbing material disposed about said V-shape.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
176 words
A rifle shooting stand comprising a pair of generally planar first and second stand members, a rifle-supporting section formed in said first stand member as a general V-shape between spaced apart opposite small radius bends and terminating in outwardly diverging legs, means pivotally connecting operative ends of said second stand member to said first stand member at said small radius bends thereof so as to define a generally horizontally oriented pivot axis for said shooting stand and to minimize disengaging sliding movement of one stand member relative to the other stand member while permitting unrestricted pivotal movement therebetween, said first and second stand members being pivotally movable about said pivot axis from positions adjacent each other into spread positions preparatory to providing an upright riflesupporting condition to said shooting stand, said V-shape of said first stand being located adjacent and in depending relation to said pivot axis so that the weight of the rifle thereon induces closing movement of said first stand member relative to said second stand member, and shock-absorbing material disposed about said V-shape.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-11-19 | 1977-05-21 | 1977-11-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-11-19 | 1981-05-21 | 1981-11-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-11-19 | 1985-05-21 | 1985-11-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |