Abstract: An archery bowstring release includes a pair of bowstring-gripping jaws actuatable by a trigger, with the trigger and jaws both being pivotally linked to the housing. A cam situated within the housing has a trigger cam pivot which translates and rotates with respect to the trigger, such that the cam is urged by actuation of the trigger to open and close the jaws. The forward part of the housing bearing the jaws may be rotatable with respect to the rear part of the housing, such that the plane in which the jaws move can be rotated with respect to the plane in which the trigger moves.

Abstract: A broadhead with removable and replaceable blades has a forward body end which receives the forward ends of the blades, and the rear ends of the blades are then engaged to the rear body end by a spring or other retaining member which can be moved to engage or disengage the rear blade ends. The broadhead can then receive an arrow shaft, with the arrow shaft fitting over and encasing the retaining member and preventing its accidental (or otherwise undesirable) release of the blades.

Abstract: A strap for a bow string release is provided to form a semi-closed (or open) hand receiving condition wrist strap for facilitating quick attachment and detachment of the strap to the wrist. The strap facilitates one-handed coupling about an archer's wrist by selectively maintaining the semi-closed (or semi-open) hand receiving condition so that the archer does not have to manually insert a first end of the strap through a second end of the strap.

Abstract: An archery bowstring release includes a string grip for holding and releasing a bowstring, and a band for mounting the string grip about an archer's wrist or hand. The string grip may rotate about the band between an in-use position wherein the string grip is adjacent the archer's fingers, and a stowed position situated away from the archer's hand. This rotating arrangement is biased such that the string grip resists being situated in other than the in-use and stowed positions. Thus, the archer may “snap” the string grip into the in-use position when the string grip is desired for use in shooting, and may “snap” the string grip to the stowed position when the string grip is not needed. In this manner, the string grip does not interfere with use of the archer's hand when it is not in use.

Abstract: A strap for a bow string release is provided to form a semi-closed (or open) hand receiving condition wrist strap for facilitating quick attachment and detachment of the strap to the wrist. The strap facilitates one-handed coupling about an archers wrist by selectively maintaining the semi-closed (or semi-open) hand receiving condition so that the archer does not have to manually insert a first end of the strap through a second end of the strap.

Abstract: A no stretch strap for a bow string release is provided to form a semi-closed (or open) hand receiving condition wrist strap for facilitating quick attachment and detachment of the strap to the wrist. The strap resists stretching and facilitates on-handed coupling about an archers wrist by selectively maintaining the semi-closed (or semi-open) hand receiving condition so that the archer does not have to manually insert a first end of the strap through a second end of the strap.

Abstract: A string release for providing accurate release of a tensioned bow string. The release has a pair of jaws which are retained and controlled by a pivot ball and a jaw cup. The pivot ball being mounted on a shaft which is attached to an inner race which is in turn contained within a ball housing. The inner race is positioned such that it may slide laterally within the ball housing. In the closed position, a number of balls retain the inner race in an aft position relative to the jaws. A trigger mechanism actuates a locking sleeve which allows the balls to move such that the inner race may slide forward, thereby allowing the jaw to open. The release further includes a trigger force adjusting mechanism that allows adjustment of the force required to activate the trigger mechanism.

Abstract: An adjustable trigger pressure archery release including a bayonet mounted trigger utilizing an actuator ramp to reduce trigger travel. The caliper jaws and cam profile combine to create an automatic closing action to close the release, whereby rearward pulling or squeezing movement of the trigger engages the caliper jaws to an open bow string or string loop apparatus receiving condition, and relaxing or releasing movement of the trigger closes the caliper jaws into a string retaining position. The release includes an independent mechanism for permitting adjustment of the trigger pressure force, without affecting trigger travel including frictional means of maintaining selected setting. The release head is universally adjustable or lockable relative to a wrist strap or similar mounting.

Abstract: A bow string release for engaging and releasing a bow string, comprising opposing jaws, a trigger, a housing, a jaw roller and a plurality of pins, the opposing jaws and the trigger coupled to the housing by pins, and the jaw roller coupled to the trigger and allowing the opposing jaws to an open condition when the trigger is in a pulled position. The bow string release of the present invention is adapted to minimize “loading up” of trigger force required to pull the trigger at full draw of a bow. Further the bow string release of the present invention is adapted to release the bow string at a trigger pull force of equal to or less than 9 ounces when an effective draw weight of the bow is equal to or more than 15 pounds.

Abstract: A string release for providing accurate release of a tensioned bow string. The release has a pair of jaws which are retained and controlled by a pivot ball and a jaw cup. the pivot ball being mounted on a shaft which is attached to an inner race which is in turn contained within a ball housing. The inner race is positioned such that it may slide laterally within the ball housing. In the closed position, a number of balls retain the inner race in an aft position relative to the jaws. A trigger mechanism actuates a locking sleeve which allows the balls to move such that the inner race may slide forward, thereby allowing the jaw to open. The release further includes a trigger force adjusting mechanism that allows adjustment of the force required to activate the trigger mechanism.

Abstract: An arrow gripping structure for selectively grasping an arrow shaft is disclosed carried by a bow string release for selectively securing and releasing the string of a bow for firing an arrow therefrom. The arrow gripping structure can be carried by a wide varied of release body structures such as glove style releases, wrist strap releases, and hand-held releases. Also disclosed is a method of pulling arrows from a target by providing a bowstring release with an arrow gripping member, grasping an arrow, and pulling the arrow away from the target, and a method of using a bowstring release to remove arrows from a target.

Abstract: A bow string release strap assembly is adapted to wrap around the hand while providing maximum freedom of movement for the thumb and protection of the index or trigger finger from a rubbing or chaffing action. The strap assembly includes an integral attachment strap which permits ease of placement and attachment of the strap assembly to the wrist and hand, with a quick release mechanism. The thumb and palm are free and unencumbered and the back of the hand is covered with a soft, cushioned pad providing maximum comfort to the archer. The strap mechanism is adapted for carrying any of large variety of bow string releases.

Abstract: A bowsting release has a single movable jaw that overlaps the outer end of a fixed jaw in order to retain a bowstring rather than utilizing an abutment surface on the fixed jaw. The bowstring release includes a fully calibrated trigger. The string retaining member is of a contoured, tapered configuration, permitting a sensitive trigger adjustment. The string is retained at the very tip of the fixed jaw, assuring a minimum of interference with the string as it is released from the mechanism.

Abstract: The subject invention provides a bow string release mechanism over and under bow string retaining jaws and an axial adjustment mechanism for altering the distance of the jaws from a wrist strap. The release mechanism generally comprises a release mechanism, a wrist strap, and a rotatable shaft assembly joining the release mechanism and the wrist strap, wherein the axial distance between release mechanism and the wrist strap can be adjusted by axial rotation of the shaft assembly. The release mechanism comprises a trigger mechanism, a body in which the trigger mechanism is mounted and actuated and a sear head attached to the body and actuable by the trigger mechanism. The sear head has a first fixed over and under sear element and a second pivotally attached over and under sear element, movable relative to the first fixed sear element, into and out of engagement therewith upon actuation of the trigger mechanism.

Abstract: The invention provides an arrow nock receiver that forms a barrier around an arrow nock seated therein and physically separates the area in which the arrow nock seats from the area in which a bow string release may be attached. The receiver is defined by an arrow nock protection portion and a bow string release attachment portion. These portions are isolated from one another to prevent a bow string release from inadvertently dislodging an arrow nock seated within the receiver. The arrow nock portion is comprised of an open-mouthed first frame with opposing ends and an arcuate section. Disposed within the arcuate section is a flange. The flange is narrow enough to permit an arrow nock to seat over it, yet wide enough to prevent attachment of a release device. The bow string release attachment portion of the invention is comprised of a second frame integrally formed with, although offset from, the first frame of the arrow nock protection portion.

Abstract: A crimping tool with a pliers-like lever action includes a jaw portion constructed of interleaving plates for surrounding the crimp element and applying a uniform crimping force when the tool is closed in a lever action. The crimp receiving notches are of a deep "v" configuration to maximize application of the lever force to the crimp element. An integral decrimping tool permits non-destructive removal of a crimp from an crimp/receiver assembly.

Abstract: The subject invention provides a bow string release mechanism that can be outfitted with various types of interchangeable sear heads. The release mechanism generally comprises a sear head and a universal base, within which is mounted a trigger, a trigger arm linked to the trigger, and a spring-loaded locking yoke. The standard elements of all sear heads include a spring-loaded activation shaft and tabs which are receivable within notches provided in the base. An interchangeable sear head is attached to the base by fitting the tabs of the head into the notches of the base and rotating the head relative to the base until the yoke locks the head into place. Although selectively removable, the sear head, once locked into position on the release mechanism, is fully rotatable relative to the base. A sear head is removed from the base by releasing the yoke from engagement with the sear head and rotating the sear head relative to the base until the tabs and the notches align.

Abstract: The bow string release includes a trigger mechanism which may be selectively operated in a push to fire or pull to fire manner. The sear mechanism in the release is adapted to pivot relative to the release body without the use of spherical bearing elements. The pull force of the trigger is adjustable in a direction orthogonal to the trigger travel. The release also includes a beard guard to minimize the tendency of a beard or hair from being caught in the release mechanism during firing.

Abstract: A caliper type bow string release includes a reversible trigger which is operable selectively in either the push fire mode or the pull fire mode. The caliper jaws of the release include automatic alignment and locking features. Movement of the string into the release mechanism engages the automatic locking mechanism and closes the release into a string retaining position until the release is fired by activation of the trigger. A complex cam surface is provided on the actuator for permitting incremental linear adjustment of the trigger force.

Abstract: A cushioned nock is mounted on a bow string to be between the arrow and a bow string release device. The cushioned nock comprises a.[.n elastomeric.]. .Iadd.compressible .Iaddend.cylinder having an axial hole to receive the bow string. The cylinder is slit to permit the cylinder to be spread open for mounting on the string. A split ring fits in an external groove on the cylinder and is squeezed to clamp the cylinder on the string. The cylinder has a flange at each end to prevent damage to the arrow or the release. A similar cushioned nock or a conventional plastic lined, clamp type nock is mounted on the string above the arrow to fix the nocking point on the string. It is preferred to use a cushioned nock on each side of the nocking point (the point engaged by the arrow nock). Another cushioned nock can be mounted below the release device to allow mounting the device on the string pending use.