Patents Assigned to Armament Systems & Procedures
  • Patent number: 6219887
    Abstract: A training restraint having double loops formed of two separate, flexible straps joined together by an interlocking cover is extremely strong, tamper resistant and more easily molded than single strap devices. The restraint is designed to be folded into a compact storage position which can be easily carried by law enforcement personnel yet is instantly ready for use. The restraint is designed for repeated use and is provided with indicia to identify the device for training purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2001
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: 6190018
    Abstract: A flashlight having a power source and a light source having a high intensity positioned in a power source frame. The flashlight further includes a power source frame housing that encloses the power source frame. The frame and the housing cooperate to secure and protect the internal components of the flashlight. The flashlight is further provided with side covers that have flat surfaces to receive markings or engravings. A switch is provided to activate the light source, the switch preferably providing tactile feedback to the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2001
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin L. Parsons, Donald A. Keller, W. Clay Reeves
  • Patent number: 6109073
    Abstract: A handcuff key having a shank on which is mounted a paddle offset from the end of the shank so that a portion of the shank protrudes beyond the end of the paddle. The key has a first asymmetrical gripping surface as well as a second cylindrical gripping surface. The gripping surfaces are formed of an elastomer while the offset paddle and shank are formed of metal. The key is also provided with a quick release cap which snaps over a double-lock stem extending from the key. In an alternative embodiment, the quick-release cap is provided with an offset key ring to permit the key to hang substantially vertical from an officer's uniform or key ring during storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 1996
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: 6101682
    Abstract: A training restraint having double loops formed of two separate, flexible straps joined together by an interlocking cover is extremely strong, tamper resistant and more easily molded than single strap devices. The restraint is designed to be folded into a compact storage position which can be easily carried by law enforcement personnel yet is instantly ready for use. The restraint is designed for repeated use and is provided with indicia to identify the device for training purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: 6059157
    Abstract: A baton carrier for expandable batons is constructed for receiving and stowing expandable batons when in either the retracted or expanded position. The baton is received in a cylindrical holder having a bottom constructed such that a retracted baton cannot pass through the bottom when retracted, but the inner shafts of the baton can pass through the bottom when extended. A friction shoe positively secures the baton in the holder by pushing against the baton. A cinch bar is used to selectively lock the friction shoe. A belt attachment assembly secures the holder to the belt of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems & Procedures, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin L. Parsons, Jerome J. Weber
  • Patent number: 6045237
    Abstract: The flashlight of the present invention is comprised generally of a flashlight chassis which houses energy cells, a flashlight head which houses a beam adjustment assembly, and an endcap which houses a switch assembly. The beam adjustment assembly and the switch assembly utilize printed circuit boards to support the lamp bulb and switch, respectively. The beam adjustment assembly mounts inside the flashlight head and can only be accessed and adjusted by removing the outer lens retaining ring that secures the assembly within the head. Once accessed, the bulb support of the assembly can be rotated relative to the reflector of the assembly to adjust the light focal length of the flashlight. The adjustment assembly is also provided with a shock absorber that supports the light bulb. In one embodiment, the endcap is provided with a threads to permit the flashlight to be axially attached to an expandable baton.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin L. Parsons, Donald A. Keller, W. Clay Reeves
  • Patent number: 5961387
    Abstract: A detent mechanism for expandable batons of the type having a handle and at least one telescoping section. The detent mechanism including an elongated, substantially rectangular-shaped, locking button designed to provide a wide, flat surface to wide, flat surface contact for preventing deformation of the locking button and/or the mating tube of the telescoping baton section during the "recoil" and "bounce back" caused by the rapid extension of the baton to its expanded position. The locking button has radiused top edges and a top surface radiused to match the radius of the inner wall of the mating tube. The detent mechanism also includes a radiused inner recess for receiving the locking button and holding the baton in the retracted position and a biasing means in communication with the button for normally urging the button into the extended, projecting position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 5, 1999
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: 5947352
    Abstract: A scabbard for carrying a baton on the torso of a user in a manner such that the baton may be quickly released from the scabbard and placed into use. The baton includes a handle to be grasped by the user having a first end portion which is releasably secured to the scabbard. The scabbard includes an elongated strap adapted to be worn about the torso of the user having a first end and a second end. The first end includes a means for fasting the strap to an article of clothing or equipment worn by the user. The second end is likewise adapted to be retained by a belt or other clothing or equipment worn by the user, preferably proximate to the waist of the user. A retaining means such as a snap is affixed to the second end of the strap, which releasably attaches to a complementary structure in the end portion of the baton. A loop is also provided which is attached to the strap between the first and second ends.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 7, 1999
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: 5937680
    Abstract: A device for concealing, storing and permitting ready access to and use of a handcuff key which is not readily identifiable as a key holder but is easily retrieved and utilized by law enforcement personnel. The handcuff key is camouflaged and concealed in a variety of devices, such as a ball point pen enclosure, a pocket knife holder and a rectangular case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 17, 1999
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: 5919093
    Abstract: A cover for an expandable baton handle is molded onto the handle to provide an integral, unitary handle grip which is permanently bonded to the handle section of the baton. This permits secure bonding and formed contours to conform to the precise shape of the handle, eliminating collars and weak bonding areas, particularly in tapered sections such as used with wedge lock designs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 6, 1999
    Assignee: Armament Systems & Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: D441473
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2001
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures
    Inventors: Kevin L. Parsons, Donald Keller, W. Clay Reeves
  • Patent number: D412590
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 3, 1999
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: D418617
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: D419251
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin L. Parsons, Donald Keller, W. Clay Reeves
  • Patent number: D421503
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: D421813
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: D422189
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: D422731
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin L. Parsons, Donald Keller, W Clay Reeves
  • Patent number: D427700
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin L. Parsons
  • Patent number: D435209
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Assignee: Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin L. Parsons, Doug Birkholz