Abstract: Embodiments provided herein describe apparatuses and methods for coupling an accessory to a firearm. The apparatus includes a body having a first portion and a second portion. The first portion of the body has an opening formed thereon. The body further includes a cavity formed therein. The cavity is in fluid communication with the opening on the first portion of the body. The opening is configured to form a quick-detach sling socket. The body and the cavity are configured such that when a portion of a quick-detach sling swivel is inserted into the opening, the portion of the quick-detach sling swivel is substantially enclosed within the cavity formed within the body. A flexible member is coupled to the second portion of the body.

Abstract: A weapon accessory mounting system for mounting an accessory, such as a light or laser sight, directly to the front sight base of a host weapon without requiring modification of the weapon. The system includes a bracket with a clamp member and a plank member. The clamp member has a generally C-shaped cross-section defined by a base portion disposed between two clamp arms. The C-shaped cross-section defines a channel extending along a sight base axis. The plank member has a rail portion for slidably mounting a weapon accessory, and at least one accessory engagement slot for latchable engagement by the accessory. The aim axis is generally perpendicular to the sight base axis. The system typically includes two detent elements disposed in the base portion for actuatable protrusion of a portion of the detent elements into the channel for providing a clamping force and adjustment of the rail pitch angle.