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US4254572A
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Lubricator-loader for firearms
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-05-18
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Granted: 1981-03-10
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Expires: 1999-05-18
Abstract
Abstract A simple lubricator-loader provides for lubrication of a bullet for a muzzle-loading firearm and then for insertion of the bullet into the firearm. The lubricator-loader is so constructed that both operations can be effected without bringing the fingers into contact with the bullet subsequent to lubrication thereof.
Inventors
- 👤 Henry R. Nelson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 07:49
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41C; F41C9/00; F41C9/08; F41C9/085; F41A; F41A29/00; F41A29/04; F42; F42B; F42B33/00; F42B33/14
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
170 words
Simple lubricator-loader for lubrication and insertion of bullets into the muzzle of a firearm, comprising a main arm and a side arm, said side arm dividing said main arm into a first portion and a second portion, said first portion of said main arm having a cylindrical bore for receiving slidably a bullet of selected diameter, said side arm having a bore for introduction of lubricant and transfer of said lubricant therethrough to the sidewall of said bullet, said second portion having a cylindrical bore of diameter reduced below that of said first portion for receiving slidably a ramrod of diameter smaller than that of said bullet, said second portion including a shoulder for positioning a bullet inserted into said first portion in registry with the bore of said side arm, at least one of said first portion and second portion being long enough to be readily grasped for holding the free end of said main arm of said lubricator-loader against the muzzle of a firearm during a loading operation.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
170 words
Simple lubricator-loader for lubrication and insertion of bullets into the muzzle of a firearm, comprising a main arm and a side arm, said side arm dividing said main arm into a first portion and a second portion, said first portion of said main arm having a cylindrical bore for receiving slidably a bullet of selected diameter, said side arm having a bore for introduction of lubricant and transfer of said lubricant therethrough to the sidewall of said bullet, said second portion having a cylindrical bore of diameter reduced below that of said first portion for receiving slidably a ramrod of diameter smaller than that of said bullet, said second portion including a shoulder for positioning a bullet inserted into said first portion in registry with the bore of said side arm, at least one of said first portion and second portion being long enough to be readily grasped for holding the free end of said main arm of said lubricator-loader against the muzzle of a firearm during a loading operation.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
46 words
The lubricator-loader as defined in claim 1, wherein said second portion includes an outer hollow cylinder integral with said first portion and said side arm, and an inner hollow cylinder fitting tightly within said outer hollow cylinder, an end of said inner cylinder forming said shoulder.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
The lubricator-loader as defined in claim 2, wherein said first portion, said side arm and said outer hollow cylinder are of a molded plastic.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
15 words
The lubricator-loader as defined in claim 2, wherein said inner hollow cylinder is of rubber.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
34 words
The lubricator-loader as defined in claim 1, further comprising a liner within said side arm, the inner diameter of said liner being such as to receive slidably the delivery end of a lubricant container.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
The lubricator-loader as defined in claim 1, wherein said portion long enough to be grasped is said first portion.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-03-09 | 1984-09-08 | 1985-03-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-03-09 | 1988-09-08 | 1989-03-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-03-09 | 1992-09-08 | 1993-03-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |