Abstract: A gun rack for nondestructive use in any of a variety of vehicle models generally comprises two substantially L-shaped vehicle engagement members and a cross bar disposed therebetween. The cross bar comprises at least one trough adapted to support the stock portion of a gun. The L-shaped members are adapted to flexibly engage opposite side portions of a vehicle center console. Padding is provided for protection of the vehicle and supported gun. The cross member may be adjustable in length to facilitate use with a wider variety of console styles. In this case, adjustment of the length of the cross member effects the relative spacing between the two L-shaped members. The adjustable cross member may comprise a turnbuckle, which may have a locking device adapted to selectively fix the length of the cross member and, thus, the width of the gun rack.

Abstract: A weapon trigger guard apparatus is provided for use on a gun rack having a support member and a lock coupled to the support member. The weapon trigger guard apparatus comprises a base rigidly coupled to the support member of the rack, and a cover pivotably coupled to the base. The cover is movable between a first open position to permit installation and removal of the weapon from the rack and a second closed position in which the cover and the base cooperate to surround and enclose a trigger housing of the weapon.

Abstract: A wall-mounted locking system for firearms comprises a wall-mounted base plate having hinged primary and secondary latch doors. A breech hook is connected to the base plate. The primary latch door carries a locking mechanism, which is dimensioned to pass through a hole or cut-out provided in the secondary latch door. Additionally, a barrel ring or muzzle hook is wall mounted above the base plate. A firearm is held against the base plate via the breech hook, which engages the firearm's ejection port and prevents the firearm from being loaded with ammunition. The barrel ring or muzzle hook prevents the firearm's barrel from being moved laterally. The firearm is secured via closing the latch doors and locking the lock.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a gun barrel rest, and specifically to a gun barrel rest for supporting both scoped and non-scoped guns in an upright or vertical position. The gun barrel rest includes a front portion and a rear portion. The front portion include a plurality of concave-shaped gun barrel rest recesses into which the gun barrel is placed. An extender is provided for increasing the distance between the vertical wall and the gun. The extender includes a tongue and a extender recess. The tongue is adapted for insertion into any one of the gun barrel rest recesses, and is adapted to matingly engage the gun barrel rest. When the barrel of the gun is inserted into the extender recess, the gun is positioned at a greater distance from the vertical wall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an storage adapter used for engaging and supporting the stock/frame assembly of both the Contender® or Encore® brands of Thompson/Center Arms, Inc.® firearms. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the stock/frame assembly is stored in a vertical position above the floor of the gun cabinet/safe through the use of two individual components: (i) a novel storage adapter and (ii) a storage receiver which was previously-disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/705,081. The storage adapter component is comprised of a first end and a second end. The storage adapter engages, supports, and secures the stock/frame assembly by making use of the hinge pin of the firearm and a securing means (preferably a securing strap) to secure the stock/frame assembly to the second end of the storage adapter. The storage adapter, by use of a hanging means (preferably a hanging pin) in its first end, is then placed into (i.e.

Abstract: A vehicle seat-mounted gun and rod holder. Preferred embodiments include a strap embodiment that is attached by way of a strap to the crown or headrest of a vehicle seat, a cap embodiment that is attached by way of a cap to the crown of a vehicle seat, a band model that is attached by way of a band to a bench vehicle seat and a casement model that is attached by any of the mentioned ways.

Abstract: The present invention is a receiver for supporting the lug end of a detachable barrel of a gun in a position that reduces the likelihood of the barrel being damaged during storage. The receiver is designed to be installed in a gun cabinet or gun safe and support a barrel by the pins at the lug end. The barrel is maintained in a vertical position above the floor of the gun cabinet or safe. By storing the barrel in a secured vertical position it is less likely that the barrel will be jarred thus knocking a gun sight out of alignment. In addition, by suspending the barrel above the floor of the gun cabinet or safe, a heavy object can not fall on the barrel causing damage. The receiver is a blank manufactured out of metal, wood, plastic, or ceramic that has a slot that provides non-friction support for the detachable barrel of a gun. The slot can either be open or, in an alternate embodiment, closed thus forming an aperture.

Abstract: Modular, firearm support cradles, an assembled rack and means for securing the cradles and rack to a variety of vehicle configurations. The rack includes a longitudinal frame member and from which project multiple padded cradles. Strap fasteners and lock means respectively restrain firearms and sundry paraphernalia to the cradles and rack. A telescoping expander bar assembly and mating extension arms permit a vehicle ceiling mount and/or roll bar mount of the rack. Cradles having sleeves which mate to the expander bar assembly facilitate user tailored mountings. A clamp plate assembly and mating extension arms permit a vertical divider mount of the rack.

Abstract: A mounting device for securing a firearm to a support structure such as a motor vehicle includes: a base plate defining a generally planar mounting surface; a locking pin, a guide pin, and a plurality of mounting posts extending away from the mounting surface in orthogonal relation thereto. The mounting posts primarily support the firearm and are arranged on the base plate to receive the firearm in a direction orthogonal to the mounting surface and to retain the predetermined firearm against removal from the mounting surface in directions parallel thereto. A cover plate includes an opening through which the locking pin extends and a slot through which the guide pin extends for support of the cover plate in spaced, generally parallel and overlapping relation to the mounting surface.

Abstract: A vehicle gun carrier system for supporting a plurality of elongate guns upon the front seat of a vehicle having a center console or armrest. The inventive device includes a base, a support member pivotally attached to the base, and a first strap and a second strap engageable with the base and positionable about a cover of a center console or a center armrest. The support member as a plurality of cutouts for receiving the stock portion of a gun. A cushion is preferably attached to the cutouts for preventing damage to the gun during operation of the vehicle. The base preferably has a front broad portion and a rear narrow portion for providing maximum stability upon narrow consoles and armrests. A gripping gasket is preferably attached to a lower surface of the base for preventing sliding of the base during operation of the vehicle. The first strap and second strap preferably have an adjustment portion for allowing the base to be secured to various sizes of the center console or center armrest.

Abstract: An adjustable gun rack for a vehicle. Adjustable straps with buckles are used to be secured to a rigid structure within a vehicle. On the adjustment straps are hooks for mounting a detachable gun case. Usually, several hooks will be provided and several gun cases will be provided so that more than one long barrel firearm may be placed within each gun case and mounted on the adjustable straps. The straps will mount around upright seat backs with the gun cases hanging from the hooks on the straps. The straps could go around a seat bottom with the gun case hanging between the edge of the seat and the floorboard of the vehicle. The straps are flexible and adjustable so they can be configured to fit a variety of configurations in different vehicles. The individual gun case may be detached from the adjustable straps and used with a shoulder strap to transport a long barrel firearm inside the gun case away from the vehicle where the adjustable gun rack is mounted.

Abstract: The firearms storage device provides a security rack of a clam-shell configuration enabling firearms to be secured via trigger guards. The device can be locked by a padlock or equivalent structure and the assembly obscures the way by which the device is secured to a fixture, the bolt of a locking device and its hinge pin. A two part base facilitates the use of the device in a number of different locations.

Abstract: A vertical shotgun or rifle mount for hunting boats and the like includes a mounting bracket for holding a shotgun or rifle in a substantially vertical position with a muzzle of the shotgun or rifle pointing upward. The mounting bracket includes a first retaining means adjacent the base of the mounting bracket for receiving and holding the butt end of a shotgun or rifle stock and maintaining the butt end of the shotgun or rifle stock above the bottom of a boat and a second retaining means adjacent the upper end of the mounting bracket means for receiving and holding the receiver of a shotgun or rifle. The mounting bracket has a clamp or other securement device for securing the mounting bracket to the side of a hunting boat with the base of the mounting bracket above the bottom of the hunting boat and the upper end of the mounting bracket projecting above a gunnel of the side of the hunting boat less than twelve inches.

Abstract: Modular, firearm support cradles, an assembled rack and means for securing the cradles and rack to a variety of vehicle configurations. The rack includes a longitudinal frame member and from which project multiple padded cradles. Strap fasteners and lock means respectively restrain firearms and sundry paraphernalia to the cradles and rack. A telescoping expander bar assembly and mating extension arms permit a vehicle ceiling mount and/or roll bar mount of the rack. Cradles having sleeves which mate to the expander bar assembly facilitate user tailored mountings. A clamp plate assembly and mating extension arms permit a vertical divider mount of the rack.

Abstract: A firearm holder for removably mounting a firearm on a vertical support is disclosed. The firearm includes a stock and a sling swivel stud mounted on the stock. The stock also has a first end, a second end on which the sling swivel stud is mounted, and a butt. The firearm holder comprises: a plate which is removably mountable on a vertical support, the plate having a first end and a second end; a stock support mounted on the second end of the plate, the stock support provided to engage the first end of the stock; an arm extending at an angle from the first end of the plate; and an engagement piece extending from the arm, the engagement piece being provided to engage the sling swivel stud of the firearm to maintain the firearm in a position perpendicular to the plate and to the vertical support when the butt of the stock is positioned against the plate and the stock support engages the first end of the stock.

Abstract: The invention provides a holder for a rifle for mounting the rifle on a wall, e.g. inside a vehicle, with one front and at least one rear retainer for securing a respective front and rear rifle section--as viewed in the direction of the barrel--, wherein the front retainer at least partially envelops the front gun-stock and/or the barrel of the rifle and wherein the rear retainer receives the rear section of the rifle. In addition, the invention provides a kit for assembling a rifle holder of this type.

Abstract: A pistol hanging system for gun safes is disclosed including a retrofitable rack for attachment to the interior door panel of a gun safe, removably attached fabric holsters for supporting and organizing hand guns and other valuables. Means of attachment includes a cooperating hook and loop engaging system that allows for repositioning without damage to the safe or rack.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an auto stand A for supporting a gun G in an unassisted fashion. A magnet 1 located within auto stand A attaches to the lower portion of the handle to provide the needed support.

Abstract: A locking gun rack system is described for securing a gun to any desired structure (e.g. a wall, cabinet, vehicle, etc.). The system includes a pair of gun supports in which an arm is pivotable between open and closed positions relative to a base, and the arm can be latched in a number of different positions so as to accommodate guns of different shapes or sizes.

Abstract: A support rack for holding rifles and the like includes a generally U-shaped frame having a liner disposed thereon. A plurality of fins extend inwardly from the liner so as to engage a rifle stock disposed in the frame. The fins are sufficiently flexible to conform to the shape of the stock, and sufficiently resilient to hold the stock in place. By maximizing the surface area of the fins disposed in contact with the stock, the ability of the fins to frictionally engage the stock is increased. The fins retain the stock sufficiently that straps and other prior art retention devices will be generally unnecessary.

Abstract: A first assembly mounted to an external wall engages and holds a first end portion of a long gun between (i) a shackle having ends terminating in a stud portion and (ii) an elongate hollow housing with apertures accepting the shackle's stud portions. A slide member slides within the interior of the hollow housing to engage the stud portion of the shackle, normally in a keyhole-shaped hole. A key lock retains the slide in its position engaging the stud end portions of the shackle. A similarly-appearing second assembly, mounted to the wall in spaced-parallel relationship to the first assembly, has shackles with threaded ends that are permanently mounted to a second hollow housing by nuts. A long gun is slid under a permanent shackle of the second assembly, and shackled under a removable and locking shackle of the first assembly, in order to be securely, but visibly, held and retained.

Abstract: A device for mounting to the rear rack of an ATV for holding a gun or bow for transport includes a horizontal anchoring member attached the device to the rear rack of an ATV by U-bolts. A corner brace is welded to one end of the anchoring member. The corner brace is provided with a pair of threaded mounting pins which are used to hold a scabbard-type gun boot or a bow adapter for holding a bow. The scabbard or bow is held in place, when mounted on the pins, by threading and tightening a mounting knob on each pin. A bow adapter is made up of a main support member mounted on the mounting pins and secured by the mounting knobs. The support member is provided with a U-shaped bracket and a C-shaped bracket for frictionally holding a bow. A dual mount adapter may be used to mount an additional gun boot or bow adapter. This dual mount adapter includes a mounting plate engaging the mounting pins and secured along with a first scabbard or bow adapter by the mounting knobs.

Abstract: A support system including one or more resilient cradles which mount to the dashboard of a vehicle to support sundry paraphernalia, e.g. guns, fishing rods, sunglasses, coffee cups. A preferred foam cradle includes surfaces shaped to fit a vehicle profile defined between the dashboard and window. Projections and reliefs mate with complementary structure at the vehicle. The cradles can include notches, holes, flanges, hooks, and straps to facilitate item support and storage. A composite cradle constructed of a plastic core and foam covers is also disclosed.

Abstract: A portable vehicle-mounted support comprising a one-piece spring action bracket capable of being mounted to the seat of a vehicle by a quick release buckle strap or belt or other appropriate securing means. The spring action bracket comprises a rigid, curved base, a U-shaped bracket rigidly supported on said curved base in a position perpendicular to said curved base, a pair of holes through the curved base, a pair of posts mounted on said curved base, a means of securing a quick release buckle strap or belt or other appropriate securing device, and a Velcro, or other quick release device, for further securing of a firearm in the U-shaped bracket of the spring action bracket. The spring action bracket of the present invention can be made of plastic or other resiliently flexible material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an assembly which can be employed to support a weapon in an upright orientation. The assembly is such that it can easily be disassembled, transported to a hunting sight, and reassembled for use. In its broadest context, the present invention includes a stand which is adapted to be inserted into the ground. The stand, in the preferred embodiment, can be removably coupled at one or more locations. Additionally, a butt receiving piece is adapted to be removably secured to the lower extent of the stand. A weapon supporting arm, in turn, is adapted to be removably secured to the upper extent of the stand. Thus, when assembled, the assembly provides a convenient means to keep a weapon upright and at the ready.

Abstract: A clamp for fixing a gun rack to a vehicle includes an elongated frame, a first clamp member for gripping a door frame attached to the frame, a second clamp member for gripping a door frame spaced apart from the first clamp member and movable relative to the frame, and a tightened attached to the frame and to the second clamp member to move the second clamp member relative to the first clamp member to position the clamp members so they grasp a first door frame and a second door frame of the vehicle.

Abstract: A holder for weapons that include a barrel with a through opening and a trigger guard. A main late assembly has a perpendicularly extending fixed base portion at one end and a movable base portion slidably mounted thereon to accommodate barrels of different dimensions. A pin receivable within the through opening is rigidly and perpendicularly mounted on the movable base portion. A pivotally mounted trigger guide assembly partially houses the trigger guard and, with the pin, supports the weapon when the holder is mounted to a flat surface.

Abstract: An improved gun rack having a unitary body including a vertical upright base portion, which could be secured to a door or the like structure, a first upper arcuate arm, extending outward and away from the base portion, for securing the upper portion or barrel of the gun, and a lower horizontal foot member extending outward from the base portion upon which the trigger housing would be secured so that the trigger housing, when engaged by the foot member would allow the rifle to lean into the arcuate arm and be secured therein. The improved gun rack would be positioned vertically on a door, and would not extend outward from the door more than the relative thickness of the weapon itself, as the weapon was held upright within the rack. There may be further included a cushion on the arcuate end lower arms so that the metallic surfaces of the gun would not be tarnished when making contact with the gun rack.

Abstract: A firearm holding apparatus adaptable to variations in firearm design is provided. Interchangeable, modular support blocks used with or without a supporting spine provide optional firearm mounting methods. The supporting spine may be angled to accommodate the angularity of the stock end of a firearm. Also, the supporting spine may be held by a free-standing base for placement between front bucket seats in a passenger vehicle.

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: The present invention discloses a collapsible outdoor gun rack wherein in one configuration, that of a gun rack, a plurality of guns can vertically rest against the gun rack, and in a second collapsible or compact configuration the present invention is reduced in size and is easy to carry when, for example, trapshooting, target shooting and/or hunting.

Abstract: A gun holder for holding a rifle or shotgun on the side of a bed to allow a person lying or sitting in the bed quick and reliable access to a gun in case of an emergency. The gun holder has a horizontal support plate with an upper and a lower surface and a support member attached to one end. The end of the horizontal support plate opposite the end having the support member extends inwardly towards the center of the bed between the mattress and box spring. The support member lies against the bed and can be substantially J-shaped or U-shaped, with both ends open or one end closed. A second horizontal support plate and support member combination is also provided to provide support for the gun. The outward side of the first and second support members can be adapted to further facilitate quick and easy access to the gun. The upper and lower surfaces of the first and second horizontal support plates can be modified to prevent slippage.

Abstract: A detachable push button firearm lock is provided. The lock comprises; a housing, and a plurality of pin sets. The housing halves are interlocking and separation capable thereby locking or making available a desired firearm. Access blocking means for the ammunition, magazine, bolt, breech, hammer, slide, actions, and firing capability is also provided. The lock is user recodable by providing a plurality of identical corresponding locking and unlocking pins, when rotated end over end, cause a combination change. Tamper resistance as well as accompanying tamper resistant unlocking means is also disclosed. Optional ease of use features including open latch, closed latch, open stop, and digit grips are also depicted. Further, optional portability and or stationary mounting means are also provided as well as display only means.

Abstract: An ATV utility mount and attachment including a mounting mechanism. The mounting mechanism has a plate member with a pair of pin tubes attached to a front side. A pair of U-bolts, each having a pair of prongs, are positionable about a gear rack of an ATV. Each U-bolt is fastened to the gear rack and the plate simultaneously. A pair of L-pins are included. Each L-pin has a vertical extent integral with a horizontal extent with a connecting curve therebetween. The vertical extent of each L-pin is positioned within one of the pin tubes of the mounting mechanism, when the plate is fastened to the gear rack by the pair of U-bolts. Lastly, an accessory for coupling to the mounting mechanism for transporting on the ATV is included.

Abstract: An L-shaped bracket having holes and slots for adaptable attachment to gun racks used on All Terrain Vehicles. The bracket being rotatable in the horizonal plane thereby allowing for gun rotation to any position relative to the vehicle. The bracket further allowing adjustment of the rack in the vertical plane thus providing for gun elevation and depression.

Abstract: A device for supporting a gun from a tree where the gun has a scope and the device supports the gun from the scope. The devices comprises a plate adapted to be attached to a tree by the use of an adjustable strap that surrounds the tree, an arm pivotally attached to the plate and extending therefrom so that an elastic member may be attached to the end of the arm distal from the plate, and a harness having a body and a first and second belt connected to the elastic member. The first and second belt encircle the front end and back end of the scope, respectively, and support the gun. The first and second belts are adjustable so that the gun can be balanced within the harness.

Abstract: A rifle cleaning cradle for a folding rifle. The cradle is formed by a continuous rod which has base pieces which rest on a flat surface, a braced U-shaped piece at one end and an arch-shaped piece at the opposite end, and means for attaching a bungee cord which wraps around the cradle to hold a rifle in the open position for cleaning.

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 ground engagable gun support apparatus comprising a main elongated tube and an adjustable elongated tube slidably attached to the main elongated tube by a pair of stabilizing bars and securing means and adjustable vertically and rotatably about the main elongated tube with a butt support tray at the lower end of the elongated tube and a generally "Y" shaped barrel support bracket attached at the upper end of the adjustable elongated tube to receive and support the butt and barrel of the gun respectively, and a strap affixed to the main elongated tube for carrying and camouflage coloring of the invention providing for the non-detectibility by game when employed by the user in the field or safety coloring for visibility in the field.

Abstract: A gun rack for safely securing weapons which can be readily removed in an emergency. The securing mechanism is comprised of a pair of locking arms that are disposed over weapon-carrying cradles. Means are provided to lock the arms in this position. Key means are provided to unlock the arms and a movement of the arms sideways for less than an inch frees the weapons for removal. Guard means are provided for protecting the trigger mechanism while the weapon is in the rack.

Abstract: A portable gun rack for transporting and supporting at least one firearm such as a shotgun or rifle. The portable gun rack has a butt support shelf with recesses to support the butt of the gun or guns being transported and a barrel support arm to support the barrels of guns being carried. A handle is located along the frame of the gun rack. A pair of legs are automatically pivoted outwardly as the gun rack is rested on the ground. In this way, guns not being used can be safely and cleanly supported on the portable gun rack.

Abstract: A mountable security and display device for storing a firearm uses a pair of complementary casings that can be locked in a closed position whereby the casings substantially surround and prevent access to the operational portions of a firearm. To facilitate quick access to the firearm, the casings can be remotely unlocked. Once unlocked, the casings automatically open to an opened position whereby the casings hold the firearm and provide substantially unimpeded access thereto. The apparatus can be arranged to store the firearm in a loaded condition, and can be configured to store ammunition separately.

Abstract: A firearm rest having a platform with mounting blocks at opposite ends and a shaft journaled in the mounting blocks and turned with an operator. A pair of links are hinged together in the middle forming a bed for resting the forward end of a gun stock. One of the ends of the joined links is hinged to one of the mounting blocks while the other end is hinged to a traveling nut that is threaded on the shaft and quickly disengagable therefrom. The height of the bed can be quickly raised or lowered by disengaging the nut from the shaft, manually moving the nut along the shaft thereby decreasing or increasing the distance between the ends of the joined links and changing the elevation of the bed. Fine adjustments can be made by rotating the operator when the nut is engaged with the shaft.

Abstract: A shock-resistant gun rack for holding guns. The gun rack includes a plurality of main support tubes. Each tube includes a movable carrier supported by a coil spring. Connected to the movable carrier is a generally U-shaped gun holder that is disposed exteriorly of the tube. In the event of a shock or impact, the U-shaped gun holder will move downwardly against the coil spring, compressing the same and in the process, absorbing the shock or impact. After such an impact, the coil spring will then bias push the carrier and connected holder to an upper position.

Abstract: A two-piece adjustable molded plastic pistol rest which permits a fork member to be retained within a base member to facilitate storage of the pistol rest. The pistol rest includes a base member and a detachable fork weber engaged with the base member. The base member has a front surface which defines a center channel and two outer channels. The outer channels are positioned on either side of the center channel, and the center channel includes a number of spaced-apart interior guide ribs. The fork member includes an upright body and two forks extending divergently from the upright body. The upright body has a plurality of spaced-apart exterior guide ribs which mesh with the interior guide ribs to confine the fork member to one of a plurality of upright positions relative to the base member. The upright body also includes two guide arms that extend within the outer channels in the assembled state of the pistol rest.

Abstract: A rack for transporting on an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) a long gun such as a rifle, shotgun, or a hunting bow has a clamping arrangement which engages the limbs of the hunting bow in a direction substantially normal to the limbs at the point of engagement and clamping. The rack further has support arms for holding and supporting a hunting seat such as a tree stand or deer stand for transportation. Additionally, the rack is provided with two detachable cradles which may be disposed on a portion of the clamping mechanism and clamped by the remainder of the clamping mechanism. The cradles have hook-shaped support surfaces disposed for supporting and holding a long gun in a substantially horizontal orientation.

Abstract: A firearm safety and security device for preventing the theft and discharge of a weapon. One form of the firearm security device includes a rod extending down the bore of the firearm barrel and into an empty shell chamber. An upstanding post extends outward from a base plate and is located between the trigger guard and the trigger. A lock is positionable through the post passing through the trigger guard and secures the firearm to the base plate. An anchor plate is utilized to sandwich the base plate and the hold down plate on either side of a shelf. Further, the firearm security device prevents removal of the firearm from the home or business.

Abstract: An article holder of the invention has a forked shoe and a drawer, the shoe and drawer being coordinated with one another on a wall base, such that the shoe serves as a lid for the drawer, when the drawer is in its in-position. The fork of the shoe extends beyond the drawer in the in-position, so that an article supported in the fork may block movement of the drawer out of the in-position. A special locking structure is provided to close the fork and transmit force to stress the fork legs uniformly in tension. The wall base is equipped with a special mounting system comprised of a pocket, which grasps a fastener head of a first fastener shank in a slot adjoining its opening, and a hole through a second fastener may be driven, once the head of the first fastener is grasped. The wall base may have a silhouette suggesting a type of article which may be supported in the holder.

Abstract: This invention provides a method and apparatus for conveniently organizing weapon articles, such as rifles, shotguns, pistols, bows, arrows, ammunition, ammunition holders, eye and ear protection, muzzle loading equipment, tools, and the like for use outdoors. The organizer comprises a tray member having a plurality of organizing areas for receiving one or more of the weapon articles. The tray member also comprises a plurality of notched areas and a slotted member having a slot for supporting, for example, rifles and a gun cleaner, respectively. The tray member is mounted on an I-shaped support which has a rung or engaging member towards a planting end thereof to facilitate forcing at least spike located on the planting end into the ground. The organizer enables a shooter or archer to organize and support weapon articles at any desired location a predetermined distance above the ground to make it convenient and easy for them to shoot.

Abstract: Modular, firearm support cradles, an assembled rack and means for securing the cradles and rack to a variety of vehicle configurations. The rack includes a longitudinal frame member and from which project multiple padded cradles. Strap fasteners and lock means respectively restrain firearms and sundry paraphernalia to the cradles and rack. A telescoping expander bar assembly and mating extension arms permit a vehicle ceiling mount and/or roll bar mount of the rack. Cradles having sleeves which mate to the expander bar assembly facilitate user tailored mountings. A clamp plate assembly and mating extension arms permit a vertical divider mount of the rack.