Abstract: The one hand operable quick release gun lock comprises a clam-shell configured hinged case surroundingly on an AR style gun having a magazine port flange. A flange engagement on each of the first and second sides bears against the magazine port lip. The gun is sandwiched between the first and second sides. A locking mechanism comprises an electrically actuated actuator on the first side having a rotatable shaft with a pointed end and a flat formed on the shaft adjacent the pointed end. An anchor on the second side comprises a hasp slidably mounted on the second side, the hasp bearing against the flat whereby the shaft is attached to the flat. Rotation of the shaft urges the hasp away from the flat disconnecting the two part lock. The hinge spring urges the gun lock off the gun in a direction away from the shooter.