Abstract: A carrier for storing an object is provided. The carrier includes four walls that define an interior cavity, a top-closure operative to selectively restrict access to the interior cavity, and a break-away seal. The top-closure is defined by a top panel, a center panel, a bottom panel, and two side panels. The bottom panel is fastened to the center panel so as to define two spaces between the bottom panel and the center panel. The break-away seal is operative to secure the top-closure when the top panel, center panel, bottom panel, and side panels are folded over the interior cavity with the side panels in the spaces defined by the center panel and the bottom panel.

Abstract: An expandable, variable compression pouch with an exoskeleton construction, which is a hybrid construction that combines a soft, flexible shell with semi-flexible molded outer components on the back, sides, bottom and front of the flexible shell. These molded components form an exoskeleton that provides structural reinforcement where needed without limiting the essential qualities of expansion or contraction or form fit that is essential to achieve the unique features and superior function of the pouch of the present invention.

Abstract: A band adapted for holding implements and tools when the band is secured around a user's arm. The band includes a body delimited by oppositely-disposed longitudinal ends configured to be secured together and by edges that are laterally spaced apart from each other. The edges each have arcuate portions and, upon fastening the longitudinal ends together, the body acquires a circular shape having one axial end that is larger than the other. The band further includes sleeves located on an outer surface of the body and arranged side-by-side so that each sleeve extends laterally across the outer surface, and straps secured to the body and sized to accommodate and secure implements or tools of different sizes. At least some of the straps span one or more of the sleeves, and the straps are disposed at different angles so as not to be parallel to each other.

Abstract: An ammunition packing apparatus comprises an ammunition feeder receiving ammunition cartons and horizontally arranging the ammunition cartons in a left or right direction, an ammunition vertical conveyor vertically conveying the ammunition cartons to an ammunition horizontal conveyor, the ammunition horizontal conveyor advancing the ammunition cartons to an ammunition inserter, an ammunition pouch mounter placing and fastening empty ammunition pouches in a flat and stretched position, an ammunition pouch opener opening mouths of the ammunition pouches, and the ammunition inserter advancing and inserting the ammunition cartons into the ammunition pouches, wherein the ammunition inserter includes spade-shaped inserting blades surrounding left and right surfaces and bottom surfaces of the ammunition cartons to allow the ammunition cartons to be inserted without being stuck to rims of the ammunition pouches and ammunition return preventers preventing the ammunition cartons from moving back when the ammunition ins

Abstract: A tag in the form of a band provides ballistic information for rifle ammunition or flight or sight information for arrows. The band is selectively attachable to the weapon such that the ballistic information is readily available to the user of the weapon and the band can be removed and used again on the same or a different weapon. The band can wrap around a portion of the weapon and be held by friction or a combination of friction and compressive force. The band can be elastic and stretch over the stock of a rifle or shotgun, the grip of a handgun, the stock of a cross bow, or a counterweight on a compound bow. The disclosure also provides a method for providing the ballistic information to the user of the weapon through the band that is selectively attachable to the weapon. The band can be provided with the container of ammunition at the time of purchase.

Abstract: A one hand firearm magazine loader for loading a firearm with a firearm magazine including a lower member includes a one-piece magazine support housing including a wall that terminates in a lower end in a receiving section; support arms extending laterally from the vertical wall for retaining a firearm magazine in a substantially vertical position, vertical position; a rotating support rotatably received in the receiving section for rotation about a first axis-between the substantially vertical position and an angled position; and a magazine receiving member carried by the rotating support, the magazine receiving member slidably receiving the lower member of the firearm magazine, the magazine receiving member rotatably mounted to a top of the rotating support for rotation about a second axis, different from the first axis, of the firearm magazine with mounted firearm.

Abstract: An assembly for supporting gun magazines includes a plurality of pouches each adapted to receive and hold at least one gun magazine therein. At least one first pivot assembly portion and at least one second pivot assembly portion are mounted on each of the plurality of pouches. A first pivot assembly portion on one pouch is pivotally connectable to a second pivot assembly portion on an adjacent pouch.

Abstract: Disclosed is a magazine holder for a firearm. The magazine holder includes a front segment, a middle segment, and a rear segment, wherein the segments are connected to form a unitary structure. The front segment and the rear segment are folded upwards to wrap around a forearm of a user. The middle segment is folded downward to create a slot to hold a magazine therebetween. The magazine holder mounts to the forearm of the user by means of a front and a rear adjustable strap, wherein the front adjustable strap is connected to the front segment and can wrap around the wrist of the user. The rear adjustment strap is connected to the rear segment and can wrap around the forearm of the user near the elbow. In one embodiment, the front adjustable strap may comprise hook and loop fasteners and the rear adjustable strap may comprise release buckles.

Abstract: A holder for carrying cell phones and other small items is arranged to attach to a belt or other strap, or to a belt loop. The holder is of simple construction, including an elongated backing member and a cover that is attached to the bottom region of the backing member to form a pocket or holster that is open at the top. The backing member is divided near its upper end by a fold to form a first flap and a generally rectangular opening through the backing member, sized and shaped to accommodate a belt loop, is placed adjacent to and below the fold. A second flap is attached to the backing member at a location adjacent to and below the opening and is arranged to fold upwardly to cover the opening and to form a channel for a belt or other strap. The second flap is secured in that position by folding down the first flap and securing it to the second flap.

Abstract: A holster adapted worn by an individual as a means of containing an item. An exemplary embodiment comprises a containing means with an inside and an outside surface where the containing means may be selectively connected to a covering means via a securing means. In preferred exemplary embodiments, the covering means covers substantially all or a portion of the outside surface of the containing means so that it protects the containing means from wear. The covering means may be reversible offering users the ability to have different holster surfaces in the same unit.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a spare magazine carrier for securing at least one magazine on a user's belt. The carrier includes at least one pocket for receiving the magazine and a pivotal cover atop the pocket for retaining the magazine therein. The cover normally extends over the top of the pocket and prevents withdrawal of the magazine and can be rotated to the side of the pocket to allow withdrawal of the magazine from the pocket. The cover is pivotally attached to the pocket with a frictional hinge in order to prevent inadvertent cover movement and thus inadvertent magazine removal.

Abstract: The dual magazine pouches allows one of the two magazines to be partially ejected from the pouch automatically when the pouch is opened so that a shooter has quick and easy access to the magazine yet the remaining magazine is retained securely within the pouch. The pouches include a main body formed by a cargo pocket sewn to a back/flap, which extends above the cargo pocket and folds over to enclose the open mouth of the pouch, and an “elevator” mechanism, which automatically raises one of the magazine when the pouch is opened. The “elevator” mechanism is provided by two elastic members: an elastic retention band and an elastic “elevator” band or cord. The retention band snugly holds a first ammunition magazine against the back/flap when fully inserted into the pouch. The elevator band forms a “saddle” within which a second ammunition magazine sits. Fully inserting the second magazine stretches the elevator band.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for retaining one or more magazines, such as those used in conjunction with firearms. The apparatus of the present invention retains the magazine in a secure manner while enabling a user to rapidly remove the magazine with little effort. The apparatus is preferably made from a rigid material. In one embodiment one or more of the sides of the housing of the magazine retainer are hingable. In another embodiment, one or more of the sides is flexible. The present invention also preferably provides an oversized floor-plate for the magazine, thus providing the user with a larger gripping surface and thus facilitating extraction of the magazine from the retainer.

Abstract: A magazine doubler includes a resilient body with two cavities each having upstanding ribs to carry magazines therein at different heights. A bracket and spaced screws are mounted medially between the front and back of the body to squeeze the body to generally conform it to carried magazines therein. A blocking element is used to replace the top round in one magazine to prevent the upper round from being dislodged during use of the doubler. Such element is tethered and biased by a rubber band looping around one of the screw shanks.

Abstract: The dual magazine pouches allows one of the two magazines to be partially ejected from the pouch automatically when the pouch is opened so that a shooter has quick and easy access to the magazine yet the remaining magazine is retained securely within the pouch. The pouches include a main body formed by a cargo pocket sewn to a back/flap, which extends above the cargo pocket and folds over to enclose the open mouth of the pouch, and an “elevator” mechanism, which automatically raises one of the magazine when the pouch is opened. The “elevator” mechanism is provided by two elastic members: an elastic retention band and an elastic “elevator” band or cord. The retention band snugly holds a first ammunition magazine against the back/flap when fully inserted into the pouch. The elevator band forms a “saddle” within which a second ammunition magazine sits. Fully inserting the second magazine stretches the elevator band.

Abstract: A magazine holster includes an elongated hollow housing for carrying a spring-loaded magazine carrier therein. A pivot body is mounted by a pivot to the lower part of the housing for movement of the housing to at least one position away from body armor worn by a user. Movement of the housing may be selectable at various locations along an arc from the pivot. A clamp bracket attaches the pivot body to a duty belt. A lockable strap fits over a magazine carried downwardly to secure it in a stored position.

Abstract: A hunter's case adapted for holding and enclosing a roll of hunter's marking tape provides plural side panels, a top panel including a hinge enabled for moving the top panel between a closed case position and an open case position; and a bottom panel. A latch is adapted for securing the top panel in the closed case position. One of the side panels has a tape cutter for cutting and end of the marking tape to a selected length, a tape slot for receiving the end of the marking tape, and a tape retainer flap for securing the end of the tape. The case may also provide a shoulder strap, cartridge belt and pockets for hunter's supplies.

Abstract: A firearm accessory holder which facilitates the secure carry and rapid deployment of a loaded full-moon clip when being worn on the waist belt. The carrier mounts to the wearer's waist belt by means of a belt loop. It secures the loaded full-moon clip by means of a wearer adjustable central compression expansion shaft in combination with a snap secured leather flap cover.

Abstract: A spare magazine carrier for carrying at least one ammunition magazine on a user's person. The spare magazine carrier has a carrier frame for seating and supporting at least one ammunition magazine, and a downwardly retractable flap for covering and retaining the seated ammunition magazine. The flap has an elastic member connecting a lower flap end with an upper flap end. The lower flap end is secured to a lower portion of the carrier frame, and the upper flap end is detachably securable to a top end of the carrier frame by resiliently extending over and around an upper exposed portion of the seated ammunition magazine in a preferably inverted U-shaped configuration. When the upper flap end is released, the elastic member causes the upper flap end to retract down and away from the opening, and thereby allow unobstructed access to the ammunition magazine.

Abstract: A magazine pouch has a backing plate with an upper portion and a lower portion. The upper portion has a channel oriented longitudinally along said backing plate. A retainer is slidingly disposed in the channel and fixable in several preselected positions. The lower portion has a magazine box in which a magazine may be disposed. The magazine box includes a front wall and an opening facing the channel. The front wall includes a tab adjacent the opening. The tab is resilient, and, in the manner of a spring, keeps a magazine secured under the retainer, yet enables the magazine to be quickly removed from the pouch.

Abstract: A firearm retaining apparatus operable to be carried on a user's belt member and positioned at a forward mid portion of the firearm user and having means thereon for retaining and supporting portions of a hunting rifle in vertical or horizontal positions. The firearm retaining apparatus includes 1) a main firearm retainer member of a U-shape and rigid construction; 2) a retainer and flap cover assembly of a flexible construction wrapped vertically about the main firearm retainer member; and 3) a front pocket and cartridge retainer assembly operable to be interconnected to itself and extended horizontally about the main firearm retainer member. The retainer and flap cover assembly is operable to be extended and covered about an outer surface of the main firearm retainer member and providing a rest for the hunting rifle thereon.

Abstract: A system for enabling one-handed loading of an ammunition magazine into an automatic pistol includes a flat support having a stop member at one end and a cover positioned over a portion of the support for attaching the support to a user's belt. A spring-loaded hinge biased toward an open position is connected to the support adjacent to the stop member for limiting movement of the hinge. A magazine holder is removably connected to the hinge for removably receiving and holding an ammunition magazine for an automatic pistol. A cover strap is attached to the cover for facilitating convenient carrying of the ammunition magazine when the cover strap is fastened in place. Release of the cover strap causes movement of the hinge by the spring to position the magazine in a position for facilitating one-handed loading of the magazine into an automatic pistol by the user. The magazine holder can be connected to the hinge for facilitating use by a right-handed or left-handed user.

Abstract: An augmented service pistol weapons system and ammunition has an extended barrel and an adapter sleeve and mount which supports the barrel and partially surrounds a forward end of the service pistol. Two hinged flaps have inward extending clamps which engage an inside of the front of a trigger guard on the pistol. A turn-to-release locking pin holds the two flaps together as the flaps are closed on the trigger guard. An arm rest extends laterally rearwardly along sides of the pistol and terminates in a curved rearward extension to support the augmented service pistol on an arm of the user. A fifty round magazine replaces the standard pistol handle magazine. Scopes and aiming devices are mounted above the extended barrel. A foregrip is removable and positionable at opposite lateral sides of the extended barrel and below the barrel. A variable power function assembly surrounds the barrel and allows selected release of gas to slow projectiles. A shredding device near the muzzle shreds bands on the projectile.

Abstract: A cartridge packing is provided for an automatic or semiautomatic firearm. The cartridge packing includes an operational loader having a magazine filled with cartridges. The operational loader and cartridges are enclosed in a protection piece for protection against shocks and pollution. The protection piece includes a rigid cap and a tearable bag.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying a self-protection chemical dispenser, functioning also as a key holder, which provides quick and convenient access to the dispenser nozzle while also protecting the nozzle from inadvertent activation. A protective arcuate portion or flap of the holder carries a rigid wire or semi-rigid strip of material which guards the nozzle while the device is in one's pocket or purse, or in case the device is accidentally dropped.

Abstract: Disclosed is a combination flexible cheek piece, stock cover, ammunition holder and pouch for long guns such as rifles and shotguns. The combination is designed to be held about the stock of a long gun by adjustable straps which hold the device securely on the stock of the gun. One face presents a cheek piece for the shooter. The opposite face presents a series of cartridge loops as well as pouch for holding small items. In one embodiment, a second pouch is secured to the top of the device to elevate the cheek piece, particularly for use with rifles carrying a telescopic sight. Hook and pile type fasteners are used for effective adjustable fit.

Abstract: A magazine apparatus for support about an individual's torso is provided to include an upper collar and lower collar in a spaced parallel relationship mounting a row of magazine tubes in a parallel relationship relative to one another orthogonally aligned relative to the upper and lower collars. The magazine tube is defined at an arcuate intersection of an upper and lower leg of each magazine tube, with the magazine tube including a transparent cap mounted to an upper end of each tube and a removable door plate formed with a spring hinged, or alternatively a slide plate permitting presentation of a paint ball member to be directed through each magazine tube.

Abstract: A holster for a magazine of an automatic pistol, the magazine being slid into a carrier box that slides longitudinally in the elongated rectangular pouch with a flexible flap cover having a snap fastener to attach the cover to the pouch; the carrier being biased by a coil spring urging the carrier upward to expose the magazine which is contacted by the cover to prevent the magazine from removal until it is handled by the wearer.

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.

Abstract: The present invention provides an ammunition clip holder or clip wrap which is carried by a flexible panel or sheet-like body. The body can be formed into a sleeve and this sleeve can be wrapped around and removably secured to the stock of a firearm, such as a rifle. The body thus forms the base of a clip holder which is substantially stationary on the stock. The clip wrap or holder has at least a pair of pocket units with front openings at the front ends thereof to receive and hold ammunition clips. Straps are provided to removably close the front openings of the pocket units to retain the clips therein until the clips are to be pulled out of the pocket units and used in the firearm. The body of the clip wrap can be of any suitable heavy duty material, such as flexible nylon material. Moreover, Velcro strips can be used to hold the body of the clip wrap in a sleeve-like configuration on the stock of a firearm. Thus, the sleeve will be retained on the stock.

Abstract: A wrist holster including a wristband, a transversely extending pouch for accommodating a canister for a protective gas, a foldback closure for the pouch secured by a pressure sensitive fastener, an extended strap at one end of the wristband, a buckle carried by the end of the wristband opposite the extended strap, and a pressure sensitive fastener for securing the extended strap to the outer surface of the band when the extended strap has been inserted through the buckle and folded back against the band.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cartridge holder comprising a base including provision for attaching the holder to a stock of a firearm. The base includes at least one aperture for accommodating a cartridge, and includes a metal structure facilitating easy removal of the cartridge from the aperture, the cartridge having a shell portion and a head portion. A cover is associated with the base for covering at least a portion of the shell portion, and is moveable to permit selective removal of the cartridge.

Abstract: A shotgun shell holder and dispenser mounted on a hunting vest has a plurality of upright loops for accommodating shotgun shells in end-to-end relation. A dispenser comprises a tube is located in the bottom of each loop. Flexible retaining structure on the bottom of each tube releasably holds the shells in the tubes and loops. A releasable fastener secures each tube to the structure forming the loops so that the tubes can be removed and replaced with tubes to accommodate different caliber cartridges and gauged shells.

Abstract: A shotgun shell case including a box-like receptacle having a horizontal bottom wall, vertical side walls and a plurality of individual cylindrical shell receiving pockets depending from the bottom wall which have shelf engaging projections for holding shells inserted therein firmly in place. The case further includes a hinged cover and means to attach the case to the belt of a user.

Abstract: A waist mountable cartridge holder assembly comprising a cartridge case having integrally formed base, foldable hinge and cover portions. A cartridge holder track support member is provided on the base portion so as to snap clampably supportably engage a plurality of individual cartridges in transversely oriented spaced-apart longitudinally aligned fixed positions above the base portion so as to enable finger access between the base and the individual cartridges so as to facilitate direct unloading of individual cartridges therefrom. The case cover portion is selectively foldable onto the base portion so as to cover the cartridge holder track support member and cartridges supported thereon. A snap tab lock is provided to extend from the base portion to lockably engage the cover portion in its closed position.

Abstract: A cartridge dispenser having structure for securing two columns of cartridges within a housing so that they do not jostle about when the dispenser is used and including structure for guiding the cartridges to the cartridge dispenser opening in a manner which avoids jamming.

Abstract: A dispensing container for dispensing articles one at a time. The dispensing container includes a hollow body for storing articles. A delivery throat forming a continuous depending extension of the body has a cross section proximate the cross section of the articles disposed in the hollow body to serially align the articles passing therethrough from the hollow body. The throat is formed with an upturned end defining a lower trap portion adjacent the end which permits only one article at a time to be moved to the end of the throat. An outlet aperture is formed at the end of the throat. A closure member is mounted at the end of the throat for movement between a first position closing the outlet aperture and a second position opening the outlet aperture.

Abstract: A container for securing carrying therein a plurality of substantially cylindrical objects includes a housing having cooperating base and cover portions. A first hinge connects the base and cover, the housing being openable and closable by pivotal movement of the portions about the first hinge. A first object support member is connected by a second hinge to the interior of the base portion, and a second object support member is connected by a third hinge to the interior of the cover portion, both second and third hinges being substantially parallel to the first hinge. The first and second support members are further connected together along a portion of the each of the members, and object securing means is carried on at least one of the support members for removably securing a plurality of objects along the member.

Abstract: A cartridge magazine hanger adapted for quick removal of a magazine therefrom using only one hand. The magazine is supported by engagement of at least one of its feed lips with a support on the hanger. The hanger can be attached to the clothing or equipment of the user or it can be mounted on a firearm, a vehicle, a boat, an aircraft, or a stationary structure. The hanger is also capable of serving as a cover to protect the feed mouth of the magazine against entry of extraneous matter, or against damage.

Abstract: A holster for a cartridge reloader for a revolver which includes a molded leather body having a front, back, top, bottom, two sides, and a flap extending downwardly from the top and overlapping the front and attachable thereto by a snap fastener. The holster also has an interior cavity adapted to fit closely around the reloader when positioned with the bases of the cartridge cases adjacent the top and the bullets adjacent the bottom, and the sides of the holster being open sufficiently to permit a belt to be threaded therethrough with the belt extending between opposed pairs of bullets and the forward portion of the reloader resting on the belt.

Abstract: A dispenser for shotgun shells includes an upper supply housing (16) and a lower ejecting housing (41) arranged transverse to the supply housing and, when mounted on a belt, located directly opposite the hand of the user. An ejecting member (61) is moved through the ejecting housing by the depression of a forwardly projecting actuator (71) advantageously located directly opposite the heel portion at the rear of the palm of the hand of the user. Shells (14) are dispensed one at a time through a release opening (49) in the bottom upon each depression of the actuator, and springs (73) in the ejecting housing automatically return the ejecting member after each dispensing operation to load another shell for dispensing. The housings (16, 41) are made as a one-piece body and a waterproof lid (71) closes the shell fill opening in the supply housing to prevent the shells from becoming wet.

Abstract: A pouch for fire-arms and ammunition comprises water impervious laminated plastic material formed into a sealed chamber. The sealed chamber has a tag welded thereto and there are lines of weakness formed alongside the tag. Thus when the tag is subject to a sharp pull, the material of the pouch tears leaving an open rectangular slot through which the contents of the chamber can be removed. The upper portion of the pouch is reinforced internally and is provided with finger openings to facilitate carrying of the pouch.

Abstract: Belt mountable cartridge pouch for fast convenient release of cartridges, wherein cartridge pockets are formed by merely placing slots in the original pouch blank, and folding the blank along the longitudinal axis of said slot to form and mold the pockets.