Patents by Inventor Gary R. Hunter

Gary R. Hunter has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5355866
    Abstract: A hand-held launcher for a dart comprises a pistol-shaped frame with a stock and handle. A channel is provided in the stock to receive a slidable launcher block. The dart is received in the launcher block. The launcher block is spring biased forward and retained from moving beyond a predetermined position by a stop block in the channel. Slots are provided on each side of the channel and the launcher block is retained in the channel by a cross pin which extends through the launcher block and into the slots. A release lever has two upper catches to engage the cross pin and retain the launcher block in the rearward cocked position. When the lever is pivoted, the launcher block is released and pushed forward by the spring until it contacts the stop block, whereupon the dart is released.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1993
    Date of Patent: October 18, 1994
    Inventor: Gary R. Hunter
  • Patent number: 4967501
    Abstract: Thus a simultaneous five shot single action piston is disclosed. A one piece receiver containing a minimum of five working parts of simple design and strong structural rigidity entailing a firing pin, cocking hammer, sear, plunger, and trigger make up the provided assembly of a new concept in .22 caliber hand guns not existing in present equivalence or prior art. Provided is an economical utility hand gun of high quality serving many purposes and creating a new market potential for the United States Economy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 1990
    Date of Patent: November 6, 1990
    Inventor: Gary R. Hunter
  • Patent number: 4930239
    Abstract: A dual function semi automatic single shot rifle of simple, economical and durable construction is disclosed. A one piece receiver hollowed out for strength and weight reduction also acting as the rear stock houses a simple internal working mechanism, a sliding bolt carrier that is adjustable for various cartridge pressures, and also serving as a manual draw back action by tightening the operating spring adjustment screw. A single piece barrel of simple design is attached to the receiver at four location points, thus provided is a simple assembly with a minimum of internal working parts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 1989
    Date of Patent: June 5, 1990
    Inventor: Gary R. Hunter