Patents Assigned to Knight Rifle, Inc.
  • Firing system for a firearm
    Patent number: 7076902
    Abstract: An improved action for a muzzleloading firearm which allows loading an ignition system from above, and completely releasing the action from below. The system covers the ignition system during firing to shield the user and the line of sight. The action may be removed in the field for inspection, cleaning or repair, without the need for tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2006
    Assignee: Knight Rifle, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Hengstenberg, Howard D. Carr, Steven J. Winter, Jerald M. Vogel, Vinay Dayal
  • Retractable face safety for a firearm
    Patent number: 6996930
    Abstract: An improved muzzleloading firearm having a novel safety system. The safety system utilizes a spool coupled to a compression spring to maintain an ignition system such as a primer out of potential contact with a firing pin, even in the event of unintentional actuation of a hammer or sear. The safety system is automatic in operation, automatically placing the ignition system within reach of the firing pin when the firearm is placed into battery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2006
    Assignee: Knight Rifle, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Hengstenberg, Howard D. Carr, Steven J. Winter, Jerald M. Vogel, Vinay Dayal