Patents by Inventor Joseph Smathers

Joseph Smathers has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20240035767
    Abstract: A trigger shoe assembly and magazine catch retainer plate. The trigger shoe assembly has a separate trigger shoe and trigger bow that can be individually attached to a firearm frame. The magazine catch and corresponding retainer plate ensure that the magazine well of the firearm can fit a double stack magazine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Joseph Smathers, Todd Powers
  • Publication number: 20240035762
    Abstract: Firearm with a relief for debris. The relief can sit below where the barrel would typically sit once assembled with the frame. The relief can be shaped such that the debris that would typically be held in the barrel void would instead fall into the relief.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Joseph Smathers, Todd Powers
  • Publication number: 20240035770
    Abstract: A firearm with a mainspring assembly and a beavertail element integral to the frame. The firearm may include a mainspring assembly coupled to a lower portion of the frame, a hammer strut extending between the hammer and the mainspring assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Joseph SMATHERS, Todd Powers
  • Publication number: 20240035769
    Abstract: Trigger assembly with a trigger shoe, a trigger bow, and a set screw.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventor: Joseph SMATHERS
  • Publication number: 20240035777
    Abstract: A firearm with various improvements over the 1911 handgun.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: Joseph SMATHERS, Todd POWERS
  • Patent number: 11846483
    Abstract: The present application discloses an improved firearm design that features an ambidextrous slide stop, allowing for enhanced accessibility and functionality for both left-handed and right-handed shooters. This design provides advantages over the traditional 1911 pistol, addressing challenges faced by left-handed shooters and streamlining reloads and malfunction clearance. The application incorporates a male-female interlocking mechanism for the slide stop portions, allowing for secure and removable coupling. Additionally, a thumb pad is included for easy engagement of the slide lock. Overall, this innovation offers improved ergonomics and versatility for shooters of different handedness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2023
    Assignee: Oracle Arms, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph Smathers, Todd Powers