Holding Article In Concealment (e.g., Money Belt Worn Under Clothing Or Having Hidden Pocket, Etc.) Patents (Class 224/587)
  • Patent number: 11460269
    Abstract: Handgun holster devices are provided that allow a user to securely, comfortably and safely carry a handgun on their person. The holster may be integral with a support band configured to be worn on a body part of a user. The holster and support band may each be made from one or more flexible materials such that the device is lightweight, unobtrusive and comfortable to carry in a concealed manner. The holster includes a trigger guard that is sized, shaped and positioned to substantially cover the trigger of a holstered handgun, thereby preventing a user from inadvertently discharging the weapon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2022
    Assignee: Apricot Ideas, Inc.
    Inventor: Joseph Cochran
  • Patent number: 11353286
    Abstract: A holster attachment comprising a deformable member configured to be attached adjacent to the trigger guard of an inside-the-waistband holster for the purpose of positioning a handgun grip towards a user's body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: SHTF GEAR LLC
    Inventors: Clay Thomas Moultrie, Sean Sullivan, Jason Eck
  • Patent number: 11224280
    Abstract: A tactical strap includes an elongated body, a plurality of tabs, and a pouch. The elongated body has a first end, an opposing second end, a front surface, and a rear surface. The plurality of tabs are spaced along at least a portion of the front surface of the elongated body. The pouch is attached to the front surface of the elongated body proximate the first end. The pouch defines a cavity that is selectively accessible.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2022
    Assignee: H6 Tactical, Inc.
    Inventor: Sean C Duncan
  • Patent number: 10627190
    Abstract: A holster to selectively vary accommodation of different guns, different holster wearing conditions, and different holster mountings is shown and described The holster includes a sheath for receiving a gun, the sheath including a retentive surface covering at least part of the sheath At least one detachable functional enhancement module is manually attachable to and removable from the sheath Modules may influence sheath configuration, gun position when inserted, gun withdrawal from the sheath, and mounting possibilities relative to environmental objects The sheath may comprise a flexible neoprene fabric coated with polyparaphenylene terephthalamide, with a hook and loop covering Modules may have corresponding hook and loop patches.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2020
    Inventor: Ryan S. Ryckman
  • Patent number: 9364063
    Abstract: An electronically secured money belt has a pouch attached to an elongated waist band and an electronic control circuit. The elongated waist band includes a wire mesh circuit electrically coupled to the electronic control circuit whereby damaging one or more wire elements of the wire mesh circuit causes the electronic control circuit to activate an audible alarm. In some embodiments, pouch includes a closure, such as a snap, button, or zipper that doubles as an electronic switch electrically coupled to the electronic control circuit. The closure closes the electronic control circuit to activate the security system. A master switch is located on the waistband and is electrically coupled to the electronic control circuit. The master switch is operable to activate or deactivate said electronic control circuit and therefore the security system. A magnet-attachable accessory engages a magnet on the belt to provide an auxiliary means to activate the security system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2016
    Inventor: Ghulam Mohammad Dandia
  • Patent number: 9144292
    Abstract: The present invention is a holster clip that allows conversion of most generic holsters into a concealable holster which allows a wearer to tuck a shirt or jacket within the waistband of the wearer's pants. The holster clip is fashioned in an “M” shape, with longer inner walls forming a deep passage to allow space for the shirt or jacket and a structure to form a pant clip between a first outer wall and a first inner wall. An alternate embodiment forms the clip from two pivoting or non-pivoting halves to allow for canting and color coordination for further camouflage of the holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Inventor: Matthew C. Prestwich
  • Patent number: 9136896
    Abstract: A back cover structure disposed on the back of the portable electronic device includes a cover body, a plurality of replaceable adornments and a switching structure. The cover body has an outer surface, an inner surface opposite to the outer surface and facing the portable electronic device, and a through hole passing through the cover body and connected between the outer surface and the inner surface. The replaceable adornments are applied to the cover body, and any one of the replaceable adornments is adapted to and detachably disposed in the through hole of the cover body according to different requirements. The switching structure is disposed on the inner surface of the cover body to secure the replaceable adornment on the cover body or release the replaceable adornment from the cover body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: TAER INNOVATION CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Chih-Sheng Wang, Yu-Chun Lu
  • Patent number: 9113685
    Abstract: A shoulder strap slippage prevention device not only wearable with simple actions, but alleviating an uncomfortable feeling of having one's body pressed; and a shoulder bag using it. The device includes a band-shaped prevention device body; a strap attachment part allowing one end of the device body to be attached to a shoulder strap of a shoulder bag; and a balance weight provided on the other end thereof. The strap attachment part is attached to the shoulder strap hung on a user's shoulder, and the device body is then placed around his/her neck such that the balance weight can hang off his/her other shoulder, causing a tensile force to be applied to the device body in a range from one shoulder to the other. The device can be worn with simple actions, preventing the shoulder strap from slipping off while alleviating an uncomfortable feeling of having the user's body pressed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2015
    Inventor: Kazuo Iwai
  • Publication number: 20150144673
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to garments with at least one pocket for containing and allowing efficient retrieval of a concealed item, such as a handgun or other weapon. In some embodiments, the garments are upper body garments, such as a shirt, jacket, or vest, with at least one pocket for containing and allowing efficient retrieval of a concealed item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2014
    Publication date: May 28, 2015
    Inventors: Jason Dahl, Lacey Dahl
  • Patent number: 9027806
    Abstract: A beverage and pill carrier device attaches to a garment for hands free carrying of a beverage and discretely held medications. The device includes a container for holding a bottle. A hook is coupled to and extends from the container. The hook is attachable to a loop of a garment. A support wall is coupled to a perimeter wall of the container and extends through an interior space of the container. The support wall supports the bottle in spaced relationship to a base wall of the container. A pocket wall has a peripheral edge coupled to a perimeter edge of the base wall such that the pocket wall forms a pocket with the base wall. An opening extends into the pocket for insertion of pills into the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Inventor: Donald J. Gioggia
  • Patent number: 9027811
    Abstract: A holster for securing a handgun to a wearer's body by way of a belt. The holster includes a body member having a central body portion which has an endless elastic loop member extending therearound. The body member has a first belt opening at one side of the central body portion and a second belt opening at the other side of the central body portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Inventor: Martin A. Cannon
  • Publication number: 20150122861
    Abstract: A compression concealment compartment for concealing an article between a portion of a garment and a body of a wearer includes a concealment panel having a peripheral edge. The concealment panel has at least two layers and includes an outer panel constructed of a first material having at least one of a weight and a drape configured to reduce a silhouette of an article and having a peripheral edge. An inner panel is constructed of a second material and is joined to the outer panel along a portion of the peripheral edge, wherein together they define the peripheral edge of the concealment panel. A liner has an outer surface in opposed relationship with the inner surface of the inner panel, and an inner surface for facing the body of the wearer. The liner is joined to the concealment panel along a portion of the peripheral edge to define the compartment having an interior space for containing the article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2014
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventors: Carol D. Adams, Anna A. Henry
  • Patent number: 8991668
    Abstract: A holster or firearm anchor-designed to house a weapon or firearm, preferably a handgun. In particular, the holster is adapted to be worn by a user in a concealed fashion under various outer garments, the holster comprising components that are capable of conforming to various body contours and additionally being able to substantially control the vertical and horizontal motion of the firearm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2015
    Inventor: Andrew P. Pylypiak
  • Patent number: 8985421
    Abstract: A holder for a feminine hygiene article is secured on the user's body and retains an unused personal item in an inconspicuous position under the user's outer clothing. The holder is formed as a pouch, or pocket having a front panel and a back panel attached to the front panel. A belt formed from two accordion-style folded non-resilient portions is detachably secured to the holder body and to the user's waist, hips or thigh. One of the belt portions has an adhesive tab that is securable to a free end of the second portion, while an unwanted length of the first portion is detached along tear-off perforation lines. An adhesive strip near the open upper end secures the holder body to the user's body or undergarments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Inventor: Judy Barbier
  • Patent number: 8973799
    Abstract: A hanger bracket is attached to any existing gun holster with the existing holster belt clip removed from the holster and attached to a top of the bracket. The bottom of the bracket is attached to the holster at the previous attachment location of the belt clip to the holster. The belt clip is attached over the outside of a belt of a user and the bracket, holster and gun are inserted down inside the pants of the user for complete concealment. The shape, spacing, orientation, and number of holster attachment openings through the bracket make it adaptable to a variety of holsters and adjustable to various vertical heights of the holster attachment to the bracket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Inventors: Leopoldo Ruiz, III, Jose M Herrera, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8939334
    Abstract: The present invention is a holster clip that allows conversion of most generic holsters into a concealable holster which allows a wearer to tuck a shirt or jacket within the waistband of the wearer's pants. The holster clip is fashioned in an “M” shape, with longer inner walls forming a deep passage to allow space for the shirt or jacket and a structure to form a pant clip between a first outer wall and a first inner wall. An alternate embodiment forms the clip from two pivoting or non-pivoting halves to allow for canting and color coordination for further camouflage of the holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Inventor: Matthew C. Prestwich
  • Publication number: 20140326773
    Abstract: The Table Tucker carries an item of a square or rectangular shape in a holder which attaches to the back of your pants or skirt waistband and rests against your back. It allows the item such as a clipboard, spiral bound notebook, computer tablet or a laptop to be carried with you, hands free for instant accessibility.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2013
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Inventors: Alan Barnes, Joy Schreiber
  • Publication number: 20140326772
    Abstract: An apparatus is presented that is worn on the wrist or forearm that holds an elastic hair band out of sight. The apparatus is either a permanent loop-shape with affixed ends, a u-shape, or a u-shape with a fastening structure. The apparatus holds an elastic hair band internally with a tensioning structure that either slightly extends from the internal wall of the apparatus or is recessed into the internal wall, holding an elastic hair band against the apparatus body when the band is stretched around the structure in slight tension. Alternatively, the apparatus may hold the elastic hair band on one end of a u-shaped apparatus where it serves as a removable fastening mechanism of the two ends, but is not necessary to keep the apparatus on the wrist.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2013
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Inventor: Amanda Pyper
  • Publication number: 20140312089
    Abstract: A holster purse system that secures and conceals a weapon in a holster compartment within a side pocket of the purse. The holster compartment contains an extender tab at the opening of the purse holster to create a larger opening to the holster compartment that accommodates larger weapons and prevents weapons from becoming stuck at the holster compartment opening. The holster compartment allows easy insertion of the weapon while also securing the weapon. The holster compartment contains is shaped to accommodate the contours of the weapon. Once the weapon has been inserted in the compartment, the extender automatically reverts to a closed position such that the opening of the compartment decreases in size, preventing the unintentional release of the weapon. The present invention provides greater accessibility to the weapon in the holster compartment while also decreasing the visibility of the weapon since the holster compartment is not visible to passersby.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2013
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Inventor: Jian Liu
  • Publication number: 20140305983
    Abstract: A hanger bracket is attached to any existing gun holster with the existing holster belt clip removed from the holster and attached to a top of the bracket. The bottom of the bracket is attached to the holster at the previous attachment location of the belt clip to the holster. The belt clip is attached over the outside of a belt of a user and the bracket, holster and gun are inserted down inside the pants of the user for complete concealment. The shape, spacing, orientation, and number of holster attachment openings through the bracket make it adaptable to a variety of holsters and adjustable to various vertical heights of the holster attachment to the bracket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2013
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventors: Leopoldo Ruiz, III, Jose M. Herrera, JR.
  • Publication number: 20140183239
    Abstract: A number of apparatus, devices, and methods for securing and concealing handguns, handgun accessories and other accessories are disclosed. The devices can include one or more sticky surfaces for securing the handguns and accessories with garments or other devices. The devices can include containers or container portions for receiving a handgun or accessories and attachment portions for attaching the container or container portions to a garment, device, or object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2013
    Publication date: July 3, 2014
    Inventor: Michael Christoff
  • Publication number: 20140158733
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a concealed-carry firearm holster for wearing under the clothes of a user between the user's waist and a waistband of the user's pants. The holster generally includes a backing panel and a firearm receptacle connected to the backing panel and structured and operable to removably retain a firearm. The holster additionally includes pair of belt clips removably connected, via removable fasteners, to the backing panel and structured and operable to removably secure the holster to at least one of the waistband and belt threaded through belt loops of the user's pants to retain the holster in position under the user's clothes. Furthermore, the holster includes a pair of belt clip covers disposable over the belt clips, wherein the clip covers are structured and operable to resemble the belt loops of the user's pants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2012
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Inventor: James McDonnell
  • Publication number: 20140158734
    Abstract: An apparatus for selectively securing a weapon about the torso of a human comprises a base layer comprising a band of elastic configured to be disposed about the torso, a closure mechanism configured to retain the base layer about the torso and couple the first end to the second end, and a pocket comprising a padding layer coupled to the base layer on three sides. The base layer comprises a first end and a second end, and the base layer has a substantially uniform width about the torso when the closure mechanism couples the first end to the second end. The pocket has a width that is less than or equal to the width of the base layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2014
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: Femme Fatale Holsters, LLC
    Inventors: Jon Bickert, Donna Bickert
  • Publication number: 20140131410
    Abstract: The present invention is a molded weapon holster device for concealing a weapon beneath the clothing of a user. The molded holster is designed to attach to the user's undergarments, such as a brassiere, with a clip and a strap with closing mechanism. The holster and the barrel portion of the weapon are positioned between the user's chest and the undergarment. The holster device is additionally secured by the clip attached to the top of the undergarment and the strap around the side of the undergarment. The holster device secures the weapon underneath the clothing such that it is invisible outside the clothing yet readily accessible when needed. The user can remove the weapon by reaching inside the neck of the shirt and quickly pulling the weapon from the holster. The user also has the option to discharge the weapon through the clothing in emergency situations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2012
    Publication date: May 15, 2014
    Inventors: Lisa Looper, Bart Looper
  • Publication number: 20140117064
    Abstract: Disclosed is a specialized holster design and system. The holster disclosed herein is intended to be used by an individual to carry a handgun on his or her person in such a way that the weapon may be partially or completely out of view, securely in place yet immediately available to be drawn from the holster when needed. The holster is variable in ways that also allow the user to make adjustments for comfort and tactical preferences. Once the weapon is drawn the holster remains open allowing one handed re-holstering. Among other attributes, four key features enable in part its broad ranges of functions. These four are the unique outer coating, the retention qualities, fold out attachment tab, and the particularly angled clip. The design enables a novel lightweight holster form fitted to the weapon and maintained securely in place firmly against the user's body in a concealed manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Inventor: Scott Evans
  • Publication number: 20140075650
    Abstract: A tactical gun belt system comprises an inner belt, outer belt, and one or more belt units. The inner belt comprises hook-and-loop fasteners on an inner surface and an outer surface. The outer belt comprises a removable belt buckle and positions the one or more belt units about the waist of a user. The outer belt further comprises hook-and-loop fasteners on an inner surface and detachably affixes to the inner belt. The one or more belt units may attach to one another, may position guns, ammunition magazines, utilities, or pouches, and may comprise a quick-release harness for MOLLE-compatible accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2012
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Inventors: Adam Garrison, James Overton
  • Patent number: 8672201
    Abstract: A concealable handgun holster is disclosed with a handgun encasement supported within clothing of a wearer by one or more attachment clips, the attachment clips being hidden “in plain sight” by decorative features that deceive an observer into thinking the clips are decorations rather than part of a holster. In preferred embodiments, the holster is a hybrid holster with a handgun encasement formed by a leather sheet attached to a rigid plastic cover, preferably made of Kydex®. The clips can be plastic or metal, preferably steel, and can be attached to the encasement by rivets, screws, or any other suitable fastening means known in the art. Decoration of the attachment clips can be by shaping of the clips, perforation of the clips with decorative shapes, engraving on the clips, printing on the clips, and/or attachment of decorative items to the clips.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2014
    Inventor: Mark Craighead
  • Publication number: 20140054347
    Abstract: A storage garment capable of carrying items in a discreet manner. The storage garment includes and inner tubular layer and an outer tubular layer disposed about the inner tubular layer. The layers are circumferentially attached to each other on one of their respective ends. The inner tubular layer and the outer tubular layer form a pocket having an opening at an end opposing the circumferential attachment. The storage garment can be worn on a body part by inserting the body part through a lumen defined by the inner tubular layer, and items can be stored in the pocket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2012
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Inventor: Dontia Warren
  • Publication number: 20140027485
    Abstract: A holster to support a handgun in a concealed position inside a wearer's trousers includes a holster body with side walls defining an opening to receive the handgun. Interior surfaces of the side walls have yieldable means thereon to engage and yieldably retain a portion of the handgun, when positioned within the holster body, against withdrawal forces below a predetermined magnitude. A tab arrangement includes a downward tab joined to the outer wall by a bight portion to suspend the holster from the trouser waistband. A wing member extends rearward of the holster body and cooperates with the exterior surface of the inner side wall to conform to the rear region of the hip of the wearer. Shaped portions of the holster body maintain a spaced relationship between the interior surface and contact-sensitive regions of a handgun such as a magazine release button, a sight, and so forth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2012
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Inventor: Joshua Van Heusen
  • Publication number: 20140027479
    Abstract: A holster for concealed handgun carry that relies on the façade for concealment, such as a cell phone, cell phone case or toolbox. The facade is a pivotal shroud with an aperture to open enclosure that is pivotally attached to a holster pocket, and relies on an actuated hinges for securing the shroud in a closed position for concealment and an open position for access to a handgun. Spring loaded hinges may be used for providing opening of the hinged panels of the holster, providing access by the wearer to the handgun contained within the holster. Latching of a closed configuration may be accomplished by a snap, hook and loop fasteners and magnetic fasteners. Access to a handgun contained within the holster may be accomplished with minimal movement of an arm, hand or finger.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2012
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Inventor: Mark HOGUE
  • Publication number: 20140027486
    Abstract: A concealment holster that is designed to be concealed under a jacket or shirt, or even under the waistband of a pair of trousers includes two clips that support it on the wearer's belt. A foam and mesh backing provides comfort to the wearer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2013
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Applicant: Safariland, LLC
    Inventors: Bobby McGee, Anthony Lefeber
  • Publication number: 20140021235
    Abstract: Concealed carry pistol holster system for clothing, purses, automobiles and bags is disclosed. This holster design holds the firearm in a secure, accessible position while providing enough structure to prevent the firearm “profile” from being evident. The streamlined design also allows the system to be easily installed and removed to and from a wide variety of platforms, including clothing, purses, attaches, and motor vehicles. One size holster can also accommodate multiple models of firearms including both semi-automatics and revolvers. The outer pouch of the system allows it to either blend into, or contrast as a fashion accessory with purses, clothing, auto interiors, etc. This system also allows for ease of transfer among platforms without exposing the firearm, and ease of adjustment to the system to accommodate the needs of multiple users.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2013
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Inventor: Michele Cecile Hunter
  • Publication number: 20140014699
    Abstract: A gun holster for holding a pistol inside a person's pants having Velcro fastening means located diagonally across the bottom rear side of a bendable panel and a strip of Velcro material attached to the fastening means. A keeper means having an upward extending clip is adapted to engage the fastening means. A pouch is formed for receiving a pistol by bending the panel along a line located above the fastening means. The position of the keeper means on the fastening means can be varied to adjust both the height that the pistol holder is carried inside the person's pants and the canter or pitch of the pistol holster's position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2012
    Publication date: January 16, 2014
    Inventor: Beaudine Larko
  • Patent number: 8622269
    Abstract: A holster for concealed handgun carry that relies on the façade of a cell phone or cell phone case, and which relies on actuated hinges for securing moveable panels. Spring loaded hinges may be used for providing opening of the hinged panels of the holster, providing access by the wearer to the handgun contained within the holster. Latching of a closed configuration may be accomplished by a snap, hook and loop fasteners and magnetic fasteners. Access to a handgun contained within the holster may be accomplished with minimal movement of an arm, hand or finger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Inventor: Mark W Hogue
  • Publication number: 20130175309
    Abstract: Improved holster apparatuses are disclosed. In one embodiment, a holster apparatus includes a body defining a cavity for receiving an object and a rigid material releasably attached to the body via a locking system and further attached to a flexible material such as a pocket, a purse, a handbag, or a saddlebag. In another embodiment, a holster apparatus comprises a body defining a cavity for receiving an object and one or more structures disposed on an exterior surface of the body for moving moisture away from a user of the apparatus. Each of the structures comprises a moisture wicking material at least partially surrounding a moisture resistant material. The moisture wicking material is capable of moving moisture from a first plane between the user and the moisture resistant material to a second plane between the moisture resistant material and the body of the apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2012
    Publication date: July 11, 2013
    Inventor: Thomas Chang King
  • Publication number: 20130075437
    Abstract: A security bracelet includes a body for encircling an appendage and a compartment. The compartment is hidden from view within the body. Alternatively, a security bracelet may include a body with an upper surface and arcuate arms. The upper surface and the arms define a cavity for receiving an appendage. The arms define an expansion joint therebetween, whereby when the joint expanses, dimensions of the cavity increase. The body includes a compartment. In an open position, the compartment receives materials. In a closed position, the compartment secures materials. Also, a security bracelet includes a plurality of panels. Each panel is joined to the next panel with a hinge. A pocket is disposed on an interior surface of the panel. A fastening mechanism joins together the free ends of the panels. In a closed position, the panels encircle an appendage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2012
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Inventor: Vincent T. Zinnerman
  • Patent number: 8371487
    Abstract: A handgun holster comprising a holster assembly and a strap assembly. The holster assembly consists of a U-shaped exterior wall with top, bottom, and lateral edges. Extending from the top edge is a bend that defines a tension arm. Positioned within the exterior wall are bushings. The belt strap assembly has exterior and interior faces, third and fourth ends, and at least one hole. The belt strap assembly has female and male snaps adjacent to the ends. The male snap mounts onto a selected hole of the interior face by a screw that trespasses the first bushing and screws into a bolt. A second screw trespasses the second bushing and screws into a second bolt. The holster assembly is worn in between a waistband of an article of clothing and a belt. The tension arm is fitted over the waistband and the belt strap assembly wraps around the belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2013
    Assignee: Rhino Holsters Inc.
    Inventor: William Joseph Plappert
  • Publication number: 20130032622
    Abstract: This application claims benefit of priority to Provisional Application #61517601 dated Apr. 22, 2011. Designed for a physically challenged person to carry concealed different sizes of licensed handguns comfortably, totally independent of other articles of clothing, with ease of accessibility and a nonrestrictive range of motion. The revolutionary horizontal holster belt renders a “weightless” effect when a weapon is positioned correctly in either of the two receptacles on the holster belt, snugged to the body of the wearer and then closed to complete the circle. Thus the name, The Ghost. Using the properties of physics, The Ghost distributes evenly the weight of the contents instead of only in one vertical place. Positioned on the body in this circumstance allows wearer to effectively conceal the contents of said receptacles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2012
    Publication date: February 7, 2013
    Inventors: Denise Brown-Richardson, Isaac Buddy Richardson
  • Publication number: 20130015225
    Abstract: A holster for concealed handgun carry that relies on the façade of a cell phone or cell phone case, and which relies on actuated hinges for securing moveable panels. Spring loaded hinges may be used for providing opening of the hinged panels of the holster, providing access by the wearer to the handgun contained within the holster. Latching of a closed configuration may be accomplished by a snap, hook and loop fasteners and magnetic fasteners. Access to a handgun contained within the holster may be accomplished with minimal movement of an arm, hand or finger.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2011
    Publication date: January 17, 2013
    Inventor: Mark W. HOGUE
  • Publication number: 20120305615
    Abstract: A concealable handgun holster for use with a body armor vest or other similar equipment is disclosed. The holster comprises a base for removably attaching the holster to the body armor vest, and a holster encasement for securing the handgun in the holster.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2012
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Inventor: Mark T. Craighead
  • Patent number: 8302827
    Abstract: A holster apparatus includes a taller outside and a shorter inside panel joined together to form a shallow bottom pocket. The holster apparatus is generally open to the inside. The outside of the holster apparatus substantially completely covers the handgun so that the holster apparatus and handgun may be carried in a user's pocket and give the general appearance of a wallet carried within the pocket. The handgun is not discernible to a viewer when the handgun and holster are carried in the user's pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Inventor: Tod L. Cole
  • Publication number: 20120234886
    Abstract: A holder for a feminine hygiene article is secured on the user's body and retains an unused personal item in an inconspicuous position under the user's outer clothing. The holder is formed as a pouch, or pocket having a front panel and a back panel attached to the front panel. A belt formed from two accordion-style folded non-resilient portions is detachably secured to the holder body and to the user's waist, hips or thigh. One of the belt portions has an adhesive tab that is securable to a free end of the second portion, while an unwanted length of the first portion is detached along tear-off perforation lines. An adhesive strip near the open upper end secures the holder body to the user's body or undergarments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2012
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventor: Judy Barbier
  • Publication number: 20120152995
    Abstract: A universal type shoulder holster caddy, designed specifically to conceal hand guns of various sizes. This invention is unique in that it provides multiple transport options in a single handgun concealment device. It provides for complete concealment of a gun holster and handgun within an enclosed Concealment compartment. It provides multiple transport methods through its' zipper and snaps detachability feature and a series of loops and a band loop for attaching to a user's belt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Inventor: Victor Allen Wilson
  • Publication number: 20120117713
    Abstract: Pants (10) are provided with one or more exterior pockets (14, 16, 20) for access to one or more interior pockets for receiving a concealed item. One or more of the exterior pockets includes an opening for passing the user's hand inward. A sleeve-shaped member (44, 50) inside the pants is provided for fitting circumferentially about the leg of the user, and includes a front planar layer and a rear planar layer. A supporting strap (48, 52) is provided for fitting circumferentially about the waist or the leg of the user, and a suspension strap (52, 56) interconnects the supporting strap to the sleeve-shaped member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2010
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Inventor: Brian D. Hoffner
  • Publication number: 20120085802
    Abstract: An over the shoulder support system for concealed carry is disclosed. The system allows comfortable and discreet concealed carry of holstered weapons and associated materials, distributing load across one or both shoulders while allowing the entire system and supported weapon to remain concealed beneath clothing. The system can attach to a belt with j-hooks, and can attach directly to a wearer's clothing and/or to a holster.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2011
    Publication date: April 12, 2012
    Inventor: Tony John Ferrante
  • Publication number: 20110220698
    Abstract: Cushioned and conforming body bands, belts, and holsters are provided herein. Some embodiments may include conforming bands that are adapted to surround at least a portion of an individual. The conforming bands may include body portions having an outer surface and an inner surface, the body portion including an integrally formed pouch, the pouch including at least two sidewalls that are spaced apart from one another and joined together along a common bottom edge to define a cavity for receiving a firearm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2011
    Publication date: September 15, 2011
    Inventor: Richard Tuggle
  • Publication number: 20110192876
    Abstract: A universal type shoulder holster caddy, designed specifically to conceal hand guns of various sizes. This invention is unique in that it completely conceals the hand gun and gun holster within a zipper closed compartment. This invention is also unique in that it is designed to be secured to the wearer's body by a loop attached to the inside panel or by a strap attached around the wearers' belt. The highly flexible and durable material used in construction of the caddy and holster provides a snug fit, concealing handguns of various sizes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2010
    Publication date: August 11, 2011
    Inventor: Victor Allen Wilson
  • Publication number: 20110114681
    Abstract: The Apron Gun Holster, is for use by either right- or left-handed wearers. It is comprised of an inside panel that has two hidden pockets for one or two pistols and a front panel that provides concealment, useful for gun magazines, bullets, and/or items such as a cell phone, pens, or whatever the need may be. This invention will be especially beneficial for those running convenience stores which are often targeted for crime and for women in business settings wishing a comfortable gun holster. In accordance with the above objectives the gun(s) sits in left or right pockets inwardly from a panel generally conforming to the curve of the body at the thigh, providing comfort over a prolonged period of time, concealment and accessibility to facilitate quick-draw. The Apron Gun Holster can be made economically utilizing a variety of fabrics, plastics and a variety of alternative materials (leather etc.).
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2009
    Publication date: May 19, 2011
    Inventor: Eliane Cora Niemann
  • Publication number: 20110093996
    Abstract: A concealable shoulder-supported harness system for a belt fastened around the torso of a wearer, includes a support portion adapted for operative engagement with the upper torso of the wearer above the belt, wherein the support portion is further adapted for concealment within an outer garment having a portion of the garment extending substantially through the interior side of the belt, and a fastening portion extending from a lower end of the support portion through an aperture in the outer garment located proximate to the belt, wherein the fastening portion further includes an attachment mechanism for securing attachment to the belt. The present invention is further directed to a clothing attire utilizing the same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2007
    Publication date: April 28, 2011
    Inventor: Erik Henriquez
  • Publication number: 20100282805
    Abstract: The objective of the holster is to allow Law enforcement or anyone that has a CCW weapons permit to carry their weapon completely concealed and be able to draw it, very fast when needed, and put it back easily. With past holsters it has been a problem to get the weapon out of the holster, and getting it back in.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2009
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Inventor: Jim Roe Frances Thurston