US4115943A
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Reserve magazine holder
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-05-31
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Granted: 1978-09-26
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Expires: 1997-05-31
Abstract
Abstract A holder for carrying one or more magazines in a convenient position for insertion into a firearm. The holder can be attached to existing firearms, or it can be manufactured as a part of new firearms. It includes quick-release means to permit the user to transfer a magazine to the firing position with one hand, while keeping the other hand on the firing grip of the firearm.
Inventors
- 👤 Daniel D. Musgrave
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 07:29
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41A; F41A9/00; F41A9/61; F41A9/63; F42; F42B; F42B39/00; F42B39/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
76 words
A frame arranged for attachment to a firearm having a stock and a detachable magazine adapted for installation at a feeding position on said firearm said frame including: means for storing said magazine at a non-feeding position separate from said feeding position, quickly releasable detent means capable of retaining said magazine at said non-feeding position and insulating means for shielding a magazine stored at said non-feeding position from heat emanating from a barrel of said firearm.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
76 words
A frame arranged for attachment to a firearm having a stock and a detachable magazine adapted for installation at a feeding position on said firearm said frame including: means for storing said magazine at a non-feeding position separate from said feeding position, quickly releasable detent means capable of retaining said magazine at said non-feeding position and insulating means for shielding a magazine stored at said non-feeding position from heat emanating from a barrel of said firearm.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
A combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein said frame readily is removable from said firearm.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
A combination as set forth in claim 1 wherein said frame is adapted for engagement with a military bayonet lug on said firearm.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
A combination as set forth in claim 3 further characterized by a supplemental military bayonet lug on said frame.
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) | 1981-09-25 | 1982-03-27 | 1982-09-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-09-25 | 1986-03-27 | 1986-09-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-09-25 | 1990-03-27 | 1990-09-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |