US5621996A
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Combination security and display device for firearms
Assignee: Pride Cast Metals Inc
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Filing: 1995-06-07
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Granted: 1997-04-22
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Expires: 2015-06-07
Abstract
Abstract A mountable security and display device for storing a firearm uses a pair of complementary casings that can be locked in a closed position whereby the casings substantially surround and prevent access to the operational portions of a firearm. To facilitate quick access to the firearm, the casings can be remotely unlocked. Once unlocked, the casings automatically open to an opened position whereby the casings hold the firearm and provide substantially unimpeded access thereto. The apparatus can be arranged to store the firearm in a loaded condition, and can be configured to store ammunition separately.
Inventors
- 👤 George M. Mowl, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 08:41
CPC Classifications
F; F41; F41A; F41A23/00; F41A23/02; F41A23/18; F41A17/00; F41A17/02; F41A17/04; F41A17/06; F41A17/063
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 26
Claim 1
Independent Claim
156 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and for receiving and holding the firearm, and ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a connection between the cover casing and the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; c) a locking system for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position, said locking system including a remote unlocking mechanism; and d) a biasing element for automatically opening the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
156 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and for receiving and holding the firearm, and ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a connection between the cover casing and the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; c) a locking system for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position, said locking system including a remote unlocking mechanism; and d) a biasing element for automatically opening the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, whereby the base casing includes an outwardly and upwardly tapered front portion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, whereby the base casing includes a resilient material that provides a snug fit for the firearm.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
21 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, whereby the connection between the cover casing and the base casing includes a hinge.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
16 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, whereby the locking system comprises an electrically actuated lock.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, whereby the locking system includes two or more locks.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
28 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, whereby the biasing element comprises a spring for moving the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
42 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, further comprising at least one stop extending from at least one of the casings adapted to be aligned closely behind one or more of the operational portions of the firearm for preventing unauthorized activation thereof.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
30 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, further comprising at least one partially resilient insert for receiving and holding the firearm and selectively accommodating different sizes and types of firearms.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
20 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, further comprising a separate ammunition receptacle in at least one of the casings.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
20 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 1, further comprising a security system for detecting unauthorized attempts to access the firearm.
Claim 13
Independent Claim
157 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and having a outwardly and upwardly tapered front portion to assist in receiving and holding the firearm; ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a hinge connecting the cover casing to the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; c) a locking system for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position; and d) a biasing element for automatically moving the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
Claim 14
Independent Claim
157 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and having a outwardly and upwardly tapered front portion to assist in receiving and holding the firearm; ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a hinge connecting the cover casing to the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; c) a locking system for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position; and d) a biasing element for automatically moving the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
16 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 12, whereby the locking system includes two or more locks.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
42 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 12, further comprising at least one stop extending from at least one of the casings adapted to be aligned closely behind one or more of the operational portions of the firearm for preventing unauthorized activation thereof.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
30 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 12, further comprising at least one partially resilient insert for receiving and holding the firearm and selectively accommodating different sizes and types of firearms.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
20 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 12, further comprising a separate ammunition receptacle in at least one of the casings.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
20 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 12, further comprising a security system for detecting unauthorized attempts to access the firearm.
Claim 20
Independent Claim
213 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and having a outwardly and upwardly tapered front portion for receiving and holding the firearm; ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a separate ammunition receptacle in at least one of the casings; c) a hinge connecting the cover casing to the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; d) at least one stop extending from at least one of the casings adapted to be aligned closely behind one or more of the operational portions of the firearm for preventing unauthorized activation thereof; e) an electrically actuated lock and a means for remotely unlocking the electrically actuated lock for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position; and f) a biasing means for automatically moving the casings to the open position when the electrically actuated lock is unlocked.
Claim 21
Independent Claim
213 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and having a outwardly and upwardly tapered front portion for receiving and holding the firearm; ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a separate ammunition receptacle in at least one of the casings; c) a hinge connecting the cover casing to the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; d) at least one stop extending from at least one of the casings adapted to be aligned closely behind one or more of the operational portions of the firearm for preventing unauthorized activation thereof; e) an electrically actuated lock and a means for remotely unlocking the electrically actuated lock for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position; and f) a biasing means for automatically moving the casings to the open position when the electrically actuated lock is unlocked.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
23 words
An apparatus as recited in claim 5, wherein the remote unlocking mechanism comprises an electronic controller for remotely unlocking the electrically actuated lock.
Claim 23
Independent Claim
167 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and for receiving and holding the firearm, and ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a connection between the cover casing and the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; c) a locking system for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position, said locking system comprising an electrically actuated lock and a remote unlocking mechanism for unlocking the electrically actuated lock; and d) a biasing element for automatically opening the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
Claim 24
Independent Claim
167 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and for receiving and holding the firearm, and ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a connection between the cover casing and the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; c) a locking system for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position, said locking system comprising an electrically actuated lock and a remote unlocking mechanism for unlocking the electrically actuated lock; and d) a biasing element for automatically opening the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
Claim 25
Independent Claim
176 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and having a outwardly and upwardly tapered front portion to assist in receiving and holding the firearm; ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a hinge connecting the cover casing to the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; c) a locking system for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position, said locking system comprising an electrically actuated lock and a remote unlocking mechanism for unlocking the electrically actuated lock; and d) a biasing element for automatically moving the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
Claim 26
Independent Claim
176 words
An apparatus for mounting, displaying, locking, and providing quick access to a firearm having operational portions, comprising: a) a pair of complementary casings, including: i. a base casing adapted for mounting onto a structure and having a outwardly and upwardly tapered front portion to assist in receiving and holding the firearm; ii. a cover casing adapted for interfacing with the base casing and at least partially covering the firearm; b) a hinge connecting the cover casing to the base casing such that the casings have a predetermined open position providing substantially unimpeded access to the firearm, and a predetermined closed position whereby the casings prevent access to the operational portions of the firearm; c) a locking system for locking the casings in the closed position to prevent the unauthorized opening of the casings to the open position, said locking system comprising an electrically actuated lock and a remote unlocking mechanism for unlocking the electrically actuated lock; and d) a biasing element for automatically moving the casings to the open position when the locking system is unlocked.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 2000-04-21 | 2000-10-21 | 2001-04-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2004-04-21 | 2004-10-21 | 2005-04-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2008-04-21 | 2008-10-21 | 2009-04-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |