Abstract: A fishing rod and reel assembly carrying case having two (2) elongated housing sections attached along one elongated edge thereof by a pivotal connection, such as one or more hinges. The interior of each of the two (2) elongated housing sections includes a cavity into which a fishing rod and reel assembly can be placed and one of the elongated housing sections includes one or more tackle box compartments having dividers positioned therein and pivotally attached cover portions which cover and retain fishing tackle and other fishing equipment therein. The two (2) elongated housing sections can be closed upon each other and latched in this position to form an elongated fishing rod and reel assembly carrying case having an integral handle portion to carry the enclosed fishing rod and reel assembly carrying case.

Abstract: A portable gun rest is provided, comprising a thigh support member adapted to fit over a user's thigh; a telescoping support assembly pivotally connected to the thigh support member, wherein the telescoping support assembly includes a longitudinal axis; and a gun support member connected to the telescoping support assembly, wherein the gun support member is rotatable about the longitudinal axis of the support member. The telescoping support assembly preferably includes a first member and a second member, wherein the first member is lockingly slidable relative to the second member. The gun rest further includes a flexible strap connected to the thigh support member, wherein the strap is capable of fastening the thigh support member to the user's thigh.

Abstract: An appliance for concealing a handgun includes a substantially planar frame of resilient plastic or other material, having dimensions to fit closely inside a cover of a small zippered case such as a notebook case. Integral tabs projecting from either end of the frame engage a pocket inside the cover of the case to hold the frame in place. A holster tab is integral with the body of the frame; the holster tab is shaped and sized to receive a handgun holster spring clip and to hold the holster securely in place. A clip holder tab similarly receives an ammunition clip holder, and is positioned so the clip holder is held adjacent the holster. A handgun is placed in the holster and the case is closed, so the weapon is concealed within the inconspicuous case. Security is improved by a small orifice in the frame near the case's zipper tab; the orifice receives a padlock shackle to lock the case's zipper closed.

Abstract: The carrying case-wearing vest which is convertible between a carrying case for fishing rods, guns and hunting and fishing accessories and a vest garment configuration includes a unit of material having two mirror image panels (a right and left panel) which may be folded together and releasably connected by a full perimeter zipper to form a carrying case configuration which may support the transportation of a fishing pole or hunting artillery. The upper corner of the front right panel may be fastened by a buckle to the back side of the left lower panel and the upper corner of the left front panel may be fastened by a buckle to the back side of the lower corner of the right panel to form a vest for wearing the carrying case in a vest garment configuration.

Abstract: A gun lockbox resistant to forced entry includes a guard member formed to an inside edge of a housing half, and one or more locks in an opposing housing half which engage the guard member, for securing the housing halves together and preventing insertion of a prying tool therebetween. The gun lockbox may additionally include clip members to attach the lockbox to a stationary object within a transport vehicle or to a wall, the clip members preferably consisting of complementary brackets with the attachment hardware being located inside the lockbox, to prevent easy theft of the lockbox outright. The gun lockbox or case may further be configured to facilitate aligning and positioning to the stationary object, through raised portions on the exterior surface of one of the housings. Also, the gun lockbox may be constructed from a conventional case.

Abstract: A firearm safety storage box which is substantially child and theft resistant without using hinges and mechanical locks. The box has an access panel which is not permanently sealed to any other portion of the box and which is only disclosed to the user of the box. The box also has a bullet-proof panel to protect against the accidental firing of the firearm during mishandling of the box. The box may be used to safely store valuable items other than firearms.

Abstract: A container for large caliber munitions of the type formed of an outer envelope closed by a cap. The container having an inner envelope demarcating means to prevent the translation of the projectile of the munition with respect to a case enclosing the munition, load and locking mechanism applied to the base of the munition, the locking mechanism ensuring immobilization along the three axes of the munition in the inner envelope, and a mechanism to immobilize the inner envelope along the three aforementioned axes with respect to the outer envelope.

Abstract: A utility box for use in shooting sports comprising a top, a base, a front, a back and spaced apart ends defining a substantially hollow interior. The container further comprises a plurality of drawers for receiving a variety of tools, accessories and supplies. A portion of the interior includes a plurality of shelves, which are accessible through a hinged door attached at a side of the container. The container further includes a pair of support arms pivotally attached at the ends of the container. The support arms include notches configured to receive a firearm. The container further includes a pair of legs extendable from a housing in the base of the container. The legs and the interior of the housing include cooperating wedging surfaces for locking the legs into a variety of user selected positions. The legs and the interior of the housing further include a tab and a plurality of teeth, respectively, which cooperatively engage to lock the legs into any of a plurality of user selected positions.

Abstract: A gun safe with dual method of gaining access therein including a portable housing having a top face, a bottom face, a pair of side faces and a pair of end faces formed therebetween thereby defining an interior space. One of the end faces is hingably coupled for allowing it to be pivoted between an open orientation and a closed orientation. Also included is a solenoidal locking mechanism situated within the interior space of the gun safe on the top face thereof. Such solenoidal locking mechanism is further situated adjacent an upper end of the hingably coupled end face. Further provided is a fingerprint scanning mechanism positioned within the interior space of the gun safe. The fingerprint scanning mechanism is adapted to detect the placement of a fingerprint adjacent thereto whereat the scanning mechanism is adapted to scan the fingerprint and convert the same into a digital format for processing.

Abstract: A gun case for mounting in a vehicle is disclosed including a container within which the gun is substantially entirely contained and a lid which is locked to such container. An electrically actuated lock is employed which includes a plurality of latches spaced along the gun case and a common actuator plate which slides longitudinally to unlock the latches in response to an electrical actuator device such as a solenoid or an electric motor. The container pivots down to a lowered unlocked position away from the lid to enable the gun to be removed from the container. A cam actuated locking mechanism is provided to lock the container to the lid when the container is pivoted upward to a raised locked position. A key actuated mechanism moves the actuator plate to unlock the container when the electrical actuator does not operate.

Abstract: A gun case is provided having rigid walls for vertically storing and transporting a gun having a one or two piece wooden or plastic stock including rear stock and fore stock portions. The gun case includes an upper case portion matable with a lower case portion. First and second resilient cradles having, respectively, first and second U-shaped, angled channels are disposed within the lower case portion. The first U-shaped channel is adapted to support the gun in spaced relation from the walls of the case whereby the first resilient cradle will only engage the rear stock portion. Similarly, the second U-shaped channel is adapted to support the gun in spaced relation from the walls of the case whereby the second resilient cradle will only engage the fore stock portion. At least one lockable strap is preferably provided and is secured to the lower case portion for use in urging the gun into supportive engagement with the first and second cradles when the gun is disposed within the case.

Abstract: A dual utility carrying case for the storage and transportation of objects including firearms which includes a rigid outer case and a lightweight, independently usable inner case which fits snugly in the outer case. The outer case opens at one end to permit removal of the inner lightweight case.

Abstract: There is provided a free-standing portable cartridge brass collector which includes a container having two side walls, a rear wall, a top wall, a bottom wall and an open end. The top wall includes an overhang portion defining a firing space for a brass ejecting weapon. A baffle is received within the container for segregating the inside of the container into two sections. The top wall guides the ejected brass into one of the sections within the container as determined by the baffle.

Abstract: The apparatus for carrying a concealed weapon provides inconspicuous means for carrying a weapon into any social or business setting. It consists of an outer gun case shaped to resemble an organizer. Concealed inside by means of a fastening device is a support structure for securing the weapon. The support structure consists of a removable holder block which has a cavity shaped to contour the outline of the weapon it is intended to hold. The support structure may also have further cavities for holding ammunition for the weapon. The support structure also has easy access portions in proximity to its edge to facilitate the easy removal of the weapon from the support structure. The concealed gun case could also be designed to have an additional chamber that may be independently accessed without revealing the presence of the weapon in the gun chamber. This additional chamber could contain a daily planner and other stationery material.

Abstract: A case for holding an elongated object is provided. The case includes a first containment portion for containing at least a first portion of the object. The first containment portion includes a door for exposing at least the first portion of the object. A second containment portion for containing at least a second portion of the object is also provided. The second containment portion is pivotally connected to the first containment portion and thereby pivotal relative the first containment portion through an angle having a magnitude for allowing clearance of the first portion from the first containment portion for allowing removal of the object from the first and second containment portions.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for maintaining a bow comprises a maintenance base having a plurality of apertures for receiving tools and cleaning accessories for maintaining and servicing the bow. Also, a plurality of apertures are provided having varying depths for receiving at least one fork member having substantially similar apertures for receiving the bow in one of a plurality of angular maintenance positions so that an archer can support the bow above a surface without the use of his hands. The plurality of supports may also comprises a strap or latch for facilitating supporting the bow in a substantially upside down position relative to the base. An adjustable fork is also provided for adjusting the angular position of the bow-receiving apertures in the fork. This facilitates supporting the bow in one of the plurality of angular positions.

Abstract: The holster includes two opposing barrel support strips adjustable in length and joined together at their forward ends through two over-lapping right angle legs adjustable in width and joined together by a selectively releasable connector to form a muzzle stop, and joined together at their rearward ends by a length of a sheath enclosed coil spring adapted to encircle the hand grip and to bias the barrel toward the muzzle stop. The two barrel support strips each have a forward portion and a rearward portion joined together by selectively releasable connectors and adjustable in length through a plurality of aligned holes on at least one portion. The holster includes a plurality of eyes to facilitate attachment to a shoulder harness.

Abstract: A heavy duty metal box with a tamper resistant locking mechanism #4 used to store a loaded weapon or handgun. The box includes an embedded thumbprint recognition system including an optical scanner #2 and a numeric keypad #1 for a means of identifying a person as an authorized or unauthorized user. If authorized, the user will be given immediate access to the weapon or gun that is stored in the box. If file users identity cannot be recognized via the thumbprint on the optical scanner #2 or the numeric keypad #1 code or pin number they are determined to be unauthorized and file box will remain closed. Once the gun lock box's initial settings are completed and the initial thumbprints are scanned, only those recognized will be allowed to access the box.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a carrier-suitcase, which can be moved on wheels as a carrier and can be carried as a suitcase. It has a body, whose interior is provided with a plurality of spaces (17,19,20,23-26), which are accessible in the part on the front side and in the part on the rear side of the body and which are intended for holding, in an orderly manner, at least one sports gun, such as a rifle, spare parts for the rifle, as well as cartridges and equipment and service components for the user.

Abstract: A fishing rod and accessories carrying case, such that a rigid lid is pivotally mounted to a rigid container, and the container having an interior compartment mounted coextensively therewithin, with a foam insert, and the foam insert includes a plurality of recesses to include reception of a fishing rod as well as various accessory containers to secure the accessory containers of the fishing rod in a stationary relationship within the container when the lid is secured to the container, with a sealing member mounted to the lid to effect a fluid-tight seal within the container when the lid is secured to the container to provide for a buoyant carrying case structure.

Abstract: Disclosed is a truck storage box comprising a rectangular box arranged for mounting in a standard pickup truck bed to extend thereacross and includes an two independent storage compartments, a first larger storage compartment and a second smaller storage compartment which is locked within the interior of the first storage compartment. The structures are preferably formed of steel, or like materials. The second storage compartment is particularly adapted for holding elongated, flat articles such as tools, guns, fishing rods or other appropriate items. In some instances, the second storage compartment is hinged to the interior of the lid of the larger storage compartment and the second storage compartment can be accessed only when the first storage compartment is opened and when the second storage compartment is unlocked.

Abstract: A spray container storage and retrieval system encompassing both an apparatus and method enabling quick, safe retrieval of a spray container from a holster.In a first embodiment, a spray container with a forward trigger is stored in a specially designed sleeve having a special surface for securing the forward trigger from the discharge position. In a second embodiment, a flanged sleeve facilitates the springing displacement of a spray container having a safety flap over the discharge button and is intended to be used with a flap holster, and with a spray container which has no discharge button which can be utilized with a specialized structure on the sleeve. The third embodiment includes an open holster having an inwardly disposed locking groove which engages a pin collar fitted about the upper portion of a spray container, which can be re-used on subsequent spray containers by removing it from the used spray container and re-installing it on the new spray container.

Abstract: A gun boot comprising a hollow base having an open upper end and an open lower end; a mounting bracket secured to the base and removably securable to a tree stand; an upper lid removably coupled to the upper end of the base; a lower lid removably coupled to the lower end of the base; and a generally cone-shaped hollow flexible holster portion having a larger open upper extent and a smaller sealed lower extent with the upper extent secured to the lower end of the base, the holster portion positionable in an extended orientation with the lower extent projected from the lower end of the base and further positionable in a retracted orientation within the base.

Abstract: The invention relates to a carrying system for a portable weapon having a rigid support plate, a locking device to secure the weapon on the support plate, and at least one retaining strap. The locking device has a manually controlled movable finger and an elastic element for returning the finger to a locking position where it engages a groove in the weapon to lock the weapon against the support plate. The movable finger is automatically manipulated by the thumb of the shooter's hand, when the shooter grasps the weapon, to release the locking finger from the groove.

Abstract: A portable gun rack comprises an open-faced enclosure with a securing clip or a plurality of securing clips to securely grasp one or more weapon barrels and a lower horizontal support with low retaining barriers to provide lateral support for gun butts. The gun rack may be releasably latched or otherwise coupled to a base that is mounted to a vehicle or other solid, movable or stationary object. The gun rack preferably includes means to releasably latch the rack in a horizontal or vertical orientation. The gun rack may also include a water-tight cover that may be releasably latched to the enclosure to further protect weapons from the elements. The cover may conveniently be provided with a carrying handle so that the rack can be unlatched from a base in a vehicle or residence carried to a site for use of the weapon while maintaining protection for the enclosed weapon.

Abstract: An archery bow case and blind combination comprising a cover formed of a sheet of flexible material, the cover including an exterior surface, an interior surface, a periphery formed of a front edge, a rear edge, and a pair of opposed side edges, and a midline defined therethrough and extended from the front edge to the rear edge, the cover foldable along the midline to create two symmetrically opposed sides with a hollow interior defined therebetween sized for receiving a bow; a coupling mechanism coupled along the periphery of the cover for releasably securing the sides to each other and precluding access to the interior; a pair of rods secured along opposed side edges of the cover with each rod having an end projected outwardly from the rear edge of the cover for securement within a recipient object for holding the cover in an upstanding position for use as a blind; and a handle mechanism coupled to the exterior surface of the cover for allowing a user a firm grip.

Abstract: A device for opening, in an emergency, a locked handgun storage container without having to use a key or combination or any tool whatsoever. A sheet of tempered glass is installed in one side of the handgun storage container. A trigger device is installed over the corner of the sheet of tempered glass. The sheet of tempered glass is retained by one or more shear supports. When the sheet of tempered glass is struck by a human fist the shear supports break away and the sheet of tempered glass, which is held firmly at one corner, shatters into many small, relatively harmless pieces, thus allowing access to the enclosed handgun.

Abstract: A three-part laminate material for fabricating protective bags and cases which are used for storing and carrying items and equipment, the three parts being a hydrophilic layer for forming an inner liner which wicks moisture from the item, an open-cell foam middle layer integrally attached to the hydrophilic layer for floatation, impact resistance, and for receiving moisture from the hydrophilic layer, and a hydrophobic outer layer attached to the open-cell foam middle layer for preventing the penetration of liquid water and for allowing water vapor to evaporate therethrough.

Abstract: The spray container storage and retrieval system of the present invention encompasses both an apparatus and method enabling quick, safe retrieval of a spray container from a holster.In a first embodiment, a spray container with a forward trigger is stored in a specially designed sleeve having a special surface for securing the forward trigger from the discharge position. In a second embodiment, a flanged sleeve facilitates the springing displacement of a spray container having a safety flap over the discharge button and is intended to be used with a flap holster, and with a spray container which has no discharge button which can be utilized with a specialized structure on the sleeve. The third embodiment includes an open holster having an inwardly disposed locking groove which engages a pin collar fitted about the upper portion of a spray container, which can be re-used on subsequent spray containers by removing it from the used spray container and re-installing it on the new spray container.

Abstract: A small and lightweight, and thus hand carried storage case for a handgun is provided in a plastic rectangular container having a lockable lid. The interior chamber of the case is sized and structured for securely retaining a handgun in a stationary position. The interior floor of the storage case has a hollow cylindrical post over which the trigger guard of the handgun must be placed when inserted into the case. An aperture located on the lid aligns with the hollow post, creating a passageway through the case. The passageway is structured for retaining a small lock bolt which is retained in position with a conventional padlock. Once the lid is affixed to the case and secured with the locking apparatus, the gun cannot be removed from the case.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a hand gun case having a top section hingedly attached to a bottom section. Into the top section there is placed a top insert that supports the front and two sides of the top section against prying and also has an additional guide through which the bolt of the lock is directed. A lock is attached proximate to the front of the top section. A bottom insert is placed into the bottom section which has a block which aligns underneath the lock when the top section is in a closed position. The bottom section also has a lock protection bar.

Abstract: A device for attachment to a bed frame for the receipt of articles therein having a receptacle with a closed end and an open end, a door fastened to said open end, a lock attached to the door so as to fix a position of the door with respect to the receptacle, a clamp attached to a forward end of the receptacle so as to affix the receptacle to the bed frame, and a support connected to a back end of the receptacle so as to support the receptacle above a surface. The clamp is a mounting bracket affixed by a bolt to the receptacle. An area between the receptacle and the mounting bracket engages corresponding surfaces of the bed frame. The receptacle has a top surface, a base, a pair of sides, and a pair of ends extending upwardly relative to the base. The support is an extendible leg fastened to a rear end of the receptacle so as to support the receptacle in a generally level condition.

Abstract: A combination cover and elongated friction device for holding the cover in position on a firearm is provided. The device can be used with different type guns. The cover is provided with holes and slots, for holding a bolt or hammer in a fixed position, and is shaped, to enclose the trigger or prevent movement of firearm parts, and has plural sized apertures to receive protrusion of the elongated friction device. The friction device has plural protrusions larger than the sized apertures to create an interference fit that requires specific force to remove so that there is a resistance to accidental discharge and use of the firearm by children.

Abstract: A double lid truck storage box that includes a rectangular box arranged for mounting in a standard pickup truck bed to extend thereacross and includes a double lid for closing thereover. The rectangular box and double lid are preferably formed of steel, or like material, and include a top lid that is hinge connected along a rear wall lower edge to a lower lid rear wall upper edge, and which lower lid rear wall lower edge, is hinge connected to an upper edge of the rectangular box rear wall, such that the respective hinges are aligned vertically with one another to allow for individual opening of the top lid off of the lower lid and the lower lid off of the rectangular box. The double lid provides, from the rectangular box rear wall, for clearance as from a pickup truck cab and bed forward wall as the double lid is lifted.

Abstract: A hand gun container is disclosed which has a hand gun support secured within an interior cavity of the container. The support has an opening whereby a hand gun is inserted into the support. A locking bar is positioned within the container. The locking bar is movable between a first position across the opening in the support thereby preventing the hand gun from being withdrawn from the support, and a second position spaced from the opening thereby permitting the hand gun to be withdrawn from the support. A lock maintains the locking bar in the first position. The lock has a release switch activated by finger pressure such that the release switch must be kept depressed in order to draw the hand gun past the locking bar.

Abstract: An improved apparatus for transporting a utilitarian object such as a weapon, camera, or the like in a concealed manner which includes a deployment mechanism that can be easily activated to instantly deploy the object for use. The apparatus includes an enclosure which in its normal transport mode has the appearance of an attache case. The utilitarian object is concealed within the attache case until the deployment mechanism is actuated causing the attache case to fall away from the utilitarian object readying it for use. A novel safing mechanism is provided within the handle of the attache case to positively prevent accidental actuation of the deployment mechanism.

Abstract: A portable gun box for safely storing at least one of a variety of loaded and unloaded firearms. The gun box includes a child-resistant latching mechanism positioned inside the gun box. In turn, the latching mechanism has a slideable first latching arm; a slidable second latching arm adapted to engage and disengage the first latching arm; a catch attached to the second latching arm to engage a hook on the lid of the gun box when the gun box is closed and to disengage that hook when the gun box is open; and a guide bracket attached to the gun box and substantially surrounding the catch to prevent the hook from disengaging the catch unless the first latching arm and the second latching arm are disengaged.

Abstract: A handgun storage container is disclosed comprising a box-like enclosure having a base and an operable cover. The container is dimensioned to hold a single handgun of any of a wide variety of types and sizes. A pair of handgun holding fixtures are adjustable located within the container for engaging a handgun at two spaced locations and to precisely locate the handgun within the container. A keyless lock is used to secure the cover from opening by unauthorized persons. The container is dimensioned to locate the handgun for storage or removal by grasping the grip of the handgun and thrusting it directly into the container and automatically engaging the holding fixtures.

Abstract: Disclosed is a tamper proof lockable firearm case having an internal chamber sized and configured to store a firearm. The case has a door which may be opened responsive to unlocking a computer controlled lock. The lock actuator consists of depressions in the case corresponding to fingers of the user's hand, with each depression having an actuator button. Depressing a sequence of buttons including simultaneous and sequential depressions in a pre-programmed sequence results in unlocking of the case and opening of the door to allow access to the firearm. A key lock is also provided in the event of battery failure.

Abstract: A bag or similar portable container having a wall or walls surrounding an internal space accessible through an opening (4) in the bag, the wall or walls incorporating or being lined with one or more layers (6) of high tensile strength and high stretch resistance material such as to be capable of resisting penetration by a bullet. Preferably, a single multi-layer sheet (6) is used to form the wall or walls (9) by folding the sheet at the corners (32), thereby avoiding joins that would be vulnerable to penetration. Preferably, the penetration resistant material (6) is backed up by one or more layers (11) of an impact absorbing material, such as polycarbonate sheet material and foamed plastics material. The layers of penetration resistance material (6) and impact absorbing material (11) may be separately formed as removable inserts that are used to line the bag.

Abstract: A free-standing handgun display stand, having one or more rectangular shaped sections for positioning handguns, with a trapezoidal shaped trigger guard receiving slot, or slots, one for each handgun positioning section, sized to maintain said handgun in an in-use position, with said handgun angled slightly. The display has rectangular support sections, adjacent to, and running perpendicular to, each handgun positioning section, and rectangular unit expansion slots at each end of the display, each slot being equal in width to the thickness of the display stand manufacturing material, one slot extending from the top, halfway to the bottom of the display stand, the other unit expansion slot extending from the bottom, halfway to the top of the display, in a manner that one of the expansion slots will mate with a unit expansion slot from another handgun display of the same, creating a continual display as desired.

Abstract: A gun locker includes a housing having a rear wall and a front door. The door is pivotally opened. A locking mechanism enables the door to be opened for access to the interior of the housing. A gun holster is positioned in the housing. The holster is formed of a main gun cavity and a pair of end straps. The plane of the gun cavity and the end straps are perpendicular to the plane of the door when the door is opened. One of the straps is secured between the rear edge of the holster gun cavity and the rear wall of the enclosure and the other end strap is secured between the front edge of the holster gun cavity and the interior surface of the door.

Abstract: A bow and arrow storage device is disclosed including a plurality of chambers each of which is sized and configured to hold a multiplicity of arrows. The device further includes two elongated bars having ends which overhang the arrow storage chambers to allow hanging of bows on them. A central divider separating the storage chambers from one another conveniently includes drink container receptacles.

Abstract: A security box or a container assembly designed to be secured to the undersurface of a table, counter, bed frame, or like structure so as to extend beneath the undersurface in a substantially out-of-sight location and specifically adapted to hold a handgun or other applicable weapon, valuables or medication in a readily accessible location for easy removal once a cover of the container is opened. To mount the container under a bed, a mounting structure is removably attached to the bed frame so as to support the container in the preferred out-of-sight location beneath the bed in a somewhat cantilevered fashion. Mounting to other surfaces, such as under a table or counter top can be achieved by securing the top of the container to the mounting surface in such a manner as to be out of the general line of sight.

Abstract: A security case is comprised of first and second shells which define a compartment. Means are provided for mounting a hand gun within the compartment. The shells are pivoted to an open position permitting a user to grip the gun and then swung to a closed position in which the user's wrist is captured in an end wall of the case. The shells are latched in their closed position by latching means which can be released by the hand of the user from within the case. Means are provided for mounting a traffic ticket on the case and illuminating it for night time use. Alarm means are provided which are actuated only when the security case is attached on a user's hand and the user is disabled or purposely wants to actuate it.

Abstract: An apparatus for transporting a utilitarian object such as a weapon, camera, or the like in a concealed manner which includes a deployment mechanism that can be easily activated to instantly deploy the object for use. The apparatus includes an enclosure which in its normal transport mode has the appearance of an attache case. The utilitarian object is concealed within the attache case until the deployment mechanism is actuated causing the attache case to fall away from the utilitarian object readying it for use.

Abstract: A writing-utensil packed kit assembly comprises a body pivotally joined to a lid member so as to be openable. The lid member is laid with a mat formed of polyurethane foam, etc., and having a fingertip-inserting hole, the mat including a miniature ruler in its opening. The body includes a miniature eraser received in an end portion cut off by a partition and a suitable number of miniature writing utensils in the other portion. Male and female lid-member stoppers are formed on the peripheral edges of the body and lid member.

Abstract: The invention provides a holster for a longbarrelled gun which allows the gun to be worn by the outdoorsman without impeding his activities such that the gun is always quickly and easily accessible to the wearer. The holster comprises a holster for carrying a gun having a long barrel on the body of the wearer without impeding the activity of the wearer which comprises in combination an elongated sheath adapted to accommodate the barrel of the gun and a harness adapted to fit over the body of the wearer such that the sheath extends down the back of the body of the wearer such that said gun in said holster is readily accessible to the wearer on reaching back over his shoulder whereby to quickly and easily withdraw the gun from the holster.

Abstract: A pressure vessel in the form of a flexible bag contains a firearm and a shot discharged therefrom, as well as a gas blast associated with the discharge of the shot. The bag includes a body of flexible ballistic material made of several plies of a ballistic cloth, and includes sidewalls and a bottom portion opposite an opening in which the handgun is inserted within the apparatus. A cover, also of flexible ballistic material, encloses the open end so as to completely enclose the firearm, and any shot and gas blast discharged therefrom. The cover is attached to the body by releasable fasteners which are openable to relieve internal gas pressure generated within the apparatus after the shot contained within the bag has been stopped. A stop member is located in the bottom portion of the bag, opposite the opening, and the apparatus includes an arrangement for orienting the barrel of the firearm so that its muzzle is placed adjacent the stop member.

Abstract: A revolver holder for revolvers of the type having a cylinder retention pin which includes a spring biased keeper. The holder includes a plate member defining a recess for placement of the cylinder; a first stud operable to engage the back of the hammer; a second stud operable to engage the frame; and a third stud provided with an aperture for receiving the keeper. A keeper engagement pin reciprocally movable within the aperture is pushed to dislodge the spring biased keeper from the aperture for removal of the revolver from the holder. The third stud also may include a stud placement adjustment for adapting to revolvers having slightly different dimensions. The first and second studs may be provided with shoulders to prevent contact between the frame, cylinder, and barrel of the revolver with the holder. Proper spacing of the studs prevents mounting of the revolver onto the holder when the hammer chamber of the cylinder contains a cartridge.