Patents by Inventor Michael B. HOLLY

Michael B. HOLLY 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: 20230304764
    Abstract: A muzzle brake for use with a firearm such as a muzzle-loading firearm, and including at least one access port in the muzzle brake that is large enough (for example at least about 0.5? or more minimum dimension) for access by a user's fingertip to remove a cleaning patch from the muzzle brake. One or more vent ports that are relatively smaller than the access port may also be provided in the muzzle brake. An insert may be fitted within the muzzle brake to enhance wear resistance and extend its service life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2022
    Publication date: September 28, 2023
    Applicant: BLACKPOWDER PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael B. HOLLY, Mark D. HENDRICKS, Ephraim B. BENTLEY
  • Patent number: 11543205
    Abstract: A muzzle brake for use with a firearm such as a muzzle-loading firearm, and including at least one access port in the muzzle brake that is large enough (for example at least about 0.5? or more minimum dimension) for access by a user's fingertip to remove a cleaning patch from the muzzle brake. One or more vent ports that are relatively smaller than the access port may also be provided in the muzzle brake.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2023
    Assignee: BLACKPOWDER PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael B. Holly, Mark D. Hendricks
  • Publication number: 20220042759
    Abstract: A muzzle brake for use with a firearm such as a muzzle-loading firearm, and including at least one access port in the muzzle brake that is large enough (for example at least about 0.5? or more minimum dimension) for access by a user's fingertip to remove a cleaning patch from the muzzle brake. One or more vent ports that are relatively smaller than the access port may also be provided in the muzzle brake.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2021
    Publication date: February 10, 2022
    Applicant: BLACKPOWDER PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael B. HOLLY, Mark D. HENDRICKS