Patents by Inventor Richard N. Gallagher

Richard N. Gallagher 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: 20120325871
    Abstract: A peripheral arcuate pivoting surface is mounted in a holster to roll over and engage a firearm trigger guard to secure the firearm in the holster.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2011
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 8052018
    Abstract: A holster engages the ejection port of a gun to secure the gun in the holster. The holster includes a spine with a fixed upper section, a fixed lower section, and an intermediate section bridging the upper and lower sections. The intermediate section includes a rib which can extend into the ejection port of the gun. The intermediate section is pivotally attached to the fixed upper section of the spine and pivots between a first closed operative position in which the rib extends into the ejection port of the gun and a second open operative position in which the rib is removed from the ejection port so the gun can be removed from the holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2011
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20090294496
    Abstract: A holster is utilized in combination with a gun including a handle, barrel, and a detent. The holster includes a spine; a first side; and a second side opposed to the first side. The first and second sides collectively form a pocket with a top and receive the barrel with the handle extending outside the top of the pocket, are connected together along the rear of the pocket, and are connected to the spine. The spine includes a first section; and, includes a second section with a locking rib attached thereto and attached to the holster.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2008
    Publication date: December 3, 2009
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20080178897
    Abstract: A method to store a razor minimizes the likelihood that MRSA and other bacteria will propagate by suspending, in a stand, the razor spaced above the surface of a counter to maximize the drainage of water from the razor and to minimize the collection of water in areas intermediate the razor and other surfaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2007
    Publication date: July 31, 2008
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20080086899
    Abstract: A metal razor head assembly includes a hollow unitary skeleton with at least one detent, an insert positioned in the skeleton and including a metal finger shaped to be bent to interlock with the detent, and a tool inserted in the razor head to bend the finger to interlock with the detent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2006
    Publication date: April 17, 2008
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20070278261
    Abstract: A rifle sling for steadying a rifle while shot includes a continuous, endless loop of fixed length and an adjustable-length strap interconnecting the continuous loop and the forestock of a rifle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2006
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20070278262
    Abstract: A sling for an automatic rifle enables the rifle to be mounted on a first individual in action carry in an orientation which eliminates or significantly minimizes the likelihood that a second individual walking along side the first individual will be injured if the rifle accidentally discharges.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2006
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 7204395
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for flexing a concealed holster to secure the contents of the holster in the holster. An elongate substantially rigid elastically flexible sling is secured to a side of the holster such that the elongate member and side of the holster can be partially separated so the wearer's shirts can be inserted therebetween to conceal the holster. The lower end of the sling can be flexed outwardly away from the side of the holster such that a portion of the outer side adjacent the lower end is, when the sling is flexed outwardly to insert the wearer's shirt, flexed inwardly to compress a pistol in the storage compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2007
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 6763984
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for flexing a concealed holster to secure the contents of the holster in the holster. An elongate substantially rigid elastically flexible sling is secured to a side of the holster such that the elongate member and side of the holster can be partially separated so the wearer's shirts can be inserted therebetween to conceal the holster. The lower end of the sling can be flexed outwardly away from the side of the holster such that a portion of the outer side adjacent the lower end is, when the sling is flexed outwardly to insert the wearer's shirt, flexed inwardly to compress a pistol in the storage compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2004
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20040026471
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for flexing a concealed holster to secure the contents of the holster in the holster. An elongate substantially rigid elastically flexible sling is secured to a side of the holster such that the elongate member and side of the holster can be partially separated so the wearer's shirts can be inserted therebetween to conceal the holster. The lower end of the sling can be flexed outwardly away from the side of the holster such that a portion of the outer side adjacent the lower end is, when the sling is flexed outwardly to insert the wearer's shirt, flexed inwardly to compress a pistol in the storage compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2002
    Publication date: February 12, 2004
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 6634668
    Abstract: A collapsible display cart for storing, transporting and displaying merchandise which has a base with shelves for holding merchandise, which can be raised and extended, at least one pair of wheels for moving the cart and a canopy for covering the base in closed condition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2003
    Inventors: Russel Urffer, III, Richard N. Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20030025302
    Abstract: A collapsible display cart for storing, transporting and displaying merchandise which has a base with shelves for holding merchandise, which can be raised and extended, at least one pair of wheels for moving the cart and a canopy for covering the base in closed condition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2001
    Publication date: February 6, 2003
    Inventors: Russel Urffer, Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 5518155
    Abstract: A handgun holster includes a system for simultaneously contacting the trigger guard and muzzle of a handgun in the holster to prevent the handgun from being removed until desired by the wearer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 21, 1996
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 5152442
    Abstract: A case for storing and transporting a clip of cartridges which are fired in a gun. A user can remove the clip from the case by inserting his thumb intermediate the clip and the backing of the case and by grasping the clip between his thumb and forefinger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 1990
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1992
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 5054670
    Abstract: A paddle for a holster. When the paddle is attached to the holster, the paddle slides over the belt and inside the waist of the pants of a user to bind the pants intermediate the paddle and holster. When the holster is grasped and pulled away from the body of the user, the paddle firmly engages the pants of the user to prevent the holster from being pulled free from the user's person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 1990
    Date of Patent: October 8, 1991
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 4944438
    Abstract: A shoulder strap support apparatus for carrying weaponry on the person. The shoulder strap apparatus includes fastener apparatus for connecting the shoulder strap to a weaponry container positioned at the side beneath the shoulder of a person. The fastener apparatus facilitates the comfortable conforming of the shoulder strap and container to the person's body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 1989
    Date of Patent: July 31, 1990
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 4846383
    Abstract: An improved handgun holster. The holster snuggly accommodates a handgun selected from a defined range of sizes and includes an elongate longitudinal spine which resiliently deforms when a gun is placed in the holster. The resilient deformation of the spine facilitates the conforming of the holster to the gun.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1986
    Date of Patent: July 11, 1989
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: 4387523
    Abstract: Disclosed is a wallet type holster for concealing a semi automatic weapon in a position to be accurately and precisely carried for use without removal from same. Moreover, the holster appears as a wallet even though a weapon is safely concealed therein for storage in a pocket of a user. The wallet holster includes operative features which permit the use of the weapon and assure the accurate positioning of the weapon within the holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 2, 1981
    Date of Patent: June 14, 1983
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher
  • Patent number: D544264
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2007
    Inventor: Richard N. Gallagher