Holding Article In Concealment (e.g., Money Belt Worn Under Clothing Or Having Hidden Pocket, Etc.) Patents (Class 224/587)
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Patent number: 12228368Abstract: A band holster for quick draw include a band body, a handgun pouch connected to the band body for holding a handgun, and a clasp means which is capable of being operated between a closed state for retaining the handgun at the handgun pouch and an open state for allowing the handgun to be retrieved from the handgun pouch by a single drawing operation of a single hand.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2024Date of Patent: February 18, 2025Assignee: SHENZHEN EGOTOP TECHNOLOGY CO., LTDInventor: Ou Liu
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Patent number: 11460269Abstract: Handgun holster devices are provided that allow a user to securely, comfortably and safely carry a handgun on their person. The holster may be integral with a support band configured to be worn on a body part of a user. The holster and support band may each be made from one or more flexible materials such that the device is lightweight, unobtrusive and comfortable to carry in a concealed manner. The holster includes a trigger guard that is sized, shaped and positioned to substantially cover the trigger of a holstered handgun, thereby preventing a user from inadvertently discharging the weapon.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2020Date of Patent: October 4, 2022Assignee: Apricot Ideas, Inc.Inventor: Joseph Cochran
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Patent number: 11353286Abstract: A holster attachment comprising a deformable member configured to be attached adjacent to the trigger guard of an inside-the-waistband holster for the purpose of positioning a handgun grip towards a user's body.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2020Date of Patent: June 7, 2022Assignee: SHTF GEAR LLCInventors: Clay Thomas Moultrie, Sean Sullivan, Jason Eck
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Patent number: 11224280Abstract: A tactical strap includes an elongated body, a plurality of tabs, and a pouch. The elongated body has a first end, an opposing second end, a front surface, and a rear surface. The plurality of tabs are spaced along at least a portion of the front surface of the elongated body. The pouch is attached to the front surface of the elongated body proximate the first end. The pouch defines a cavity that is selectively accessible.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2018Date of Patent: January 18, 2022Assignee: H6 Tactical, Inc.Inventor: Sean C Duncan
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Patent number: 10627190Abstract: A holster to selectively vary accommodation of different guns, different holster wearing conditions, and different holster mountings is shown and described The holster includes a sheath for receiving a gun, the sheath including a retentive surface covering at least part of the sheath At least one detachable functional enhancement module is manually attachable to and removable from the sheath Modules may influence sheath configuration, gun position when inserted, gun withdrawal from the sheath, and mounting possibilities relative to environmental objects The sheath may comprise a flexible neoprene fabric coated with polyparaphenylene terephthalamide, with a hook and loop covering Modules may have corresponding hook and loop patches.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2019Date of Patent: April 21, 2020Inventor: Ryan S. Ryckman
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Patent number: 9364063Abstract: An electronically secured money belt has a pouch attached to an elongated waist band and an electronic control circuit. The elongated waist band includes a wire mesh circuit electrically coupled to the electronic control circuit whereby damaging one or more wire elements of the wire mesh circuit causes the electronic control circuit to activate an audible alarm. In some embodiments, pouch includes a closure, such as a snap, button, or zipper that doubles as an electronic switch electrically coupled to the electronic control circuit. The closure closes the electronic control circuit to activate the security system. A master switch is located on the waistband and is electrically coupled to the electronic control circuit. The master switch is operable to activate or deactivate said electronic control circuit and therefore the security system. A magnet-attachable accessory engages a magnet on the belt to provide an auxiliary means to activate the security system.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 2015Date of Patent: June 14, 2016Inventor: Ghulam Mohammad Dandia
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Patent number: 9144292Abstract: The present invention is a holster clip that allows conversion of most generic holsters into a concealable holster which allows a wearer to tuck a shirt or jacket within the waistband of the wearer's pants. The holster clip is fashioned in an “M” shape, with longer inner walls forming a deep passage to allow space for the shirt or jacket and a structure to form a pant clip between a first outer wall and a first inner wall. An alternate embodiment forms the clip from two pivoting or non-pivoting halves to allow for canting and color coordination for further camouflage of the holster.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2014Date of Patent: September 29, 2015Inventor: Matthew C. Prestwich
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Patent number: 9136896Abstract: A back cover structure disposed on the back of the portable electronic device includes a cover body, a plurality of replaceable adornments and a switching structure. The cover body has an outer surface, an inner surface opposite to the outer surface and facing the portable electronic device, and a through hole passing through the cover body and connected between the outer surface and the inner surface. The replaceable adornments are applied to the cover body, and any one of the replaceable adornments is adapted to and detachably disposed in the through hole of the cover body according to different requirements. The switching structure is disposed on the inner surface of the cover body to secure the replaceable adornment on the cover body or release the replaceable adornment from the cover body.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2013Date of Patent: September 15, 2015Assignee: TAER INNOVATION CO., LTD.Inventors: Chih-Sheng Wang, Yu-Chun Lu
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Patent number: 9113685Abstract: A shoulder strap slippage prevention device not only wearable with simple actions, but alleviating an uncomfortable feeling of having one's body pressed; and a shoulder bag using it. The device includes a band-shaped prevention device body; a strap attachment part allowing one end of the device body to be attached to a shoulder strap of a shoulder bag; and a balance weight provided on the other end thereof. The strap attachment part is attached to the shoulder strap hung on a user's shoulder, and the device body is then placed around his/her neck such that the balance weight can hang off his/her other shoulder, causing a tensile force to be applied to the device body in a range from one shoulder to the other. The device can be worn with simple actions, preventing the shoulder strap from slipping off while alleviating an uncomfortable feeling of having the user's body pressed.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2012Date of Patent: August 25, 2015Inventor: Kazuo Iwai
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Publication number: 20150144673Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to garments with at least one pocket for containing and allowing efficient retrieval of a concealed item, such as a handgun or other weapon. In some embodiments, the garments are upper body garments, such as a shirt, jacket, or vest, with at least one pocket for containing and allowing efficient retrieval of a concealed item.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2014Publication date: May 28, 2015Inventors: Jason Dahl, Lacey Dahl
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Patent number: 9027806Abstract: A beverage and pill carrier device attaches to a garment for hands free carrying of a beverage and discretely held medications. The device includes a container for holding a bottle. A hook is coupled to and extends from the container. The hook is attachable to a loop of a garment. A support wall is coupled to a perimeter wall of the container and extends through an interior space of the container. The support wall supports the bottle in spaced relationship to a base wall of the container. A pocket wall has a peripheral edge coupled to a perimeter edge of the base wall such that the pocket wall forms a pocket with the base wall. An opening extends into the pocket for insertion of pills into the pocket.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2013Date of Patent: May 12, 2015Inventor: Donald J. Gioggia
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Patent number: 9027811Abstract: A holster for securing a handgun to a wearer's body by way of a belt. The holster includes a body member having a central body portion which has an endless elastic loop member extending therearound. The body member has a first belt opening at one side of the central body portion and a second belt opening at the other side of the central body portion.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2013Date of Patent: May 12, 2015Inventor: Martin A. Cannon
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Publication number: 20150122861Abstract: A compression concealment compartment for concealing an article between a portion of a garment and a body of a wearer includes a concealment panel having a peripheral edge. The concealment panel has at least two layers and includes an outer panel constructed of a first material having at least one of a weight and a drape configured to reduce a silhouette of an article and having a peripheral edge. An inner panel is constructed of a second material and is joined to the outer panel along a portion of the peripheral edge, wherein together they define the peripheral edge of the concealment panel. A liner has an outer surface in opposed relationship with the inner surface of the inner panel, and an inner surface for facing the body of the wearer. The liner is joined to the concealment panel along a portion of the peripheral edge to define the compartment having an interior space for containing the article.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2014Publication date: May 7, 2015Inventors: Carol D. Adams, Anna A. Henry
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Patent number: 8991668Abstract: A holster or firearm anchor-designed to house a weapon or firearm, preferably a handgun. In particular, the holster is adapted to be worn by a user in a concealed fashion under various outer garments, the holster comprising components that are capable of conforming to various body contours and additionally being able to substantially control the vertical and horizontal motion of the firearm.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2011Date of Patent: March 31, 2015Inventor: Andrew P. Pylypiak
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Patent number: 8985421Abstract: A holder for a feminine hygiene article is secured on the user's body and retains an unused personal item in an inconspicuous position under the user's outer clothing. The holder is formed as a pouch, or pocket having a front panel and a back panel attached to the front panel. A belt formed from two accordion-style folded non-resilient portions is detachably secured to the holder body and to the user's waist, hips or thigh. One of the belt portions has an adhesive tab that is securable to a free end of the second portion, while an unwanted length of the first portion is detached along tear-off perforation lines. An adhesive strip near the open upper end secures the holder body to the user's body or undergarments.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2012Date of Patent: March 24, 2015Inventor: Judy Barbier
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Patent number: 8973799Abstract: A hanger bracket is attached to any existing gun holster with the existing holster belt clip removed from the holster and attached to a top of the bracket. The bottom of the bracket is attached to the holster at the previous attachment location of the belt clip to the holster. The belt clip is attached over the outside of a belt of a user and the bracket, holster and gun are inserted down inside the pants of the user for complete concealment. The shape, spacing, orientation, and number of holster attachment openings through the bracket make it adaptable to a variety of holsters and adjustable to various vertical heights of the holster attachment to the bracket.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2013Date of Patent: March 10, 2015Inventors: Leopoldo Ruiz, III, Jose M Herrera, Jr.
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Patent number: 8939334Abstract: The present invention is a holster clip that allows conversion of most generic holsters into a concealable holster which allows a wearer to tuck a shirt or jacket within the waistband of the wearer's pants. The holster clip is fashioned in an “M” shape, with longer inner walls forming a deep passage to allow space for the shirt or jacket and a structure to form a pant clip between a first outer wall and a first inner wall. An alternate embodiment forms the clip from two pivoting or non-pivoting halves to allow for canting and color coordination for further camouflage of the holster.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2013Date of Patent: January 27, 2015Inventor: Matthew C. Prestwich
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Publication number: 20140326773Abstract: The Table Tucker carries an item of a square or rectangular shape in a holder which attaches to the back of your pants or skirt waistband and rests against your back. It allows the item such as a clipboard, spiral bound notebook, computer tablet or a laptop to be carried with you, hands free for instant accessibility.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2013Publication date: November 6, 2014Inventors: Alan Barnes, Joy Schreiber
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Publication number: 20140326772Abstract: An apparatus is presented that is worn on the wrist or forearm that holds an elastic hair band out of sight. The apparatus is either a permanent loop-shape with affixed ends, a u-shape, or a u-shape with a fastening structure. The apparatus holds an elastic hair band internally with a tensioning structure that either slightly extends from the internal wall of the apparatus or is recessed into the internal wall, holding an elastic hair band against the apparatus body when the band is stretched around the structure in slight tension. Alternatively, the apparatus may hold the elastic hair band on one end of a u-shaped apparatus where it serves as a removable fastening mechanism of the two ends, but is not necessary to keep the apparatus on the wrist.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2013Publication date: November 6, 2014Inventor: Amanda Pyper
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Publication number: 20140312089Abstract: A holster purse system that secures and conceals a weapon in a holster compartment within a side pocket of the purse. The holster compartment contains an extender tab at the opening of the purse holster to create a larger opening to the holster compartment that accommodates larger weapons and prevents weapons from becoming stuck at the holster compartment opening. The holster compartment allows easy insertion of the weapon while also securing the weapon. The holster compartment contains is shaped to accommodate the contours of the weapon. Once the weapon has been inserted in the compartment, the extender automatically reverts to a closed position such that the opening of the compartment decreases in size, preventing the unintentional release of the weapon. The present invention provides greater accessibility to the weapon in the holster compartment while also decreasing the visibility of the weapon since the holster compartment is not visible to passersby.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2013Publication date: October 23, 2014Inventor: Jian Liu
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Publication number: 20140305983Abstract: A hanger bracket is attached to any existing gun holster with the existing holster belt clip removed from the holster and attached to a top of the bracket. The bottom of the bracket is attached to the holster at the previous attachment location of the belt clip to the holster. The belt clip is attached over the outside of a belt of a user and the bracket, holster and gun are inserted down inside the pants of the user for complete concealment. The shape, spacing, orientation, and number of holster attachment openings through the bracket make it adaptable to a variety of holsters and adjustable to various vertical heights of the holster attachment to the bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2013Publication date: October 16, 2014Inventors: Leopoldo Ruiz, III, Jose M. Herrera, JR.
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Publication number: 20140183239Abstract: A number of apparatus, devices, and methods for securing and concealing handguns, handgun accessories and other accessories are disclosed. The devices can include one or more sticky surfaces for securing the handguns and accessories with garments or other devices. The devices can include containers or container portions for receiving a handgun or accessories and attachment portions for attaching the container or container portions to a garment, device, or object.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2013Publication date: July 3, 2014Inventor: Michael Christoff
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Publication number: 20140158734Abstract: An apparatus for selectively securing a weapon about the torso of a human comprises a base layer comprising a band of elastic configured to be disposed about the torso, a closure mechanism configured to retain the base layer about the torso and couple the first end to the second end, and a pocket comprising a padding layer coupled to the base layer on three sides. The base layer comprises a first end and a second end, and the base layer has a substantially uniform width about the torso when the closure mechanism couples the first end to the second end. The pocket has a width that is less than or equal to the width of the base layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2014Publication date: June 12, 2014Applicant: Femme Fatale Holsters, LLCInventors: Jon Bickert, Donna Bickert
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Publication number: 20140158733Abstract: The present disclosure provides a concealed-carry firearm holster for wearing under the clothes of a user between the user's waist and a waistband of the user's pants. The holster generally includes a backing panel and a firearm receptacle connected to the backing panel and structured and operable to removably retain a firearm. The holster additionally includes pair of belt clips removably connected, via removable fasteners, to the backing panel and structured and operable to removably secure the holster to at least one of the waistband and belt threaded through belt loops of the user's pants to retain the holster in position under the user's clothes. Furthermore, the holster includes a pair of belt clip covers disposable over the belt clips, wherein the clip covers are structured and operable to resemble the belt loops of the user's pants.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2012Publication date: June 12, 2014Inventor: James McDonnell
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Publication number: 20140131410Abstract: The present invention is a molded weapon holster device for concealing a weapon beneath the clothing of a user. The molded holster is designed to attach to the user's undergarments, such as a brassiere, with a clip and a strap with closing mechanism. The holster and the barrel portion of the weapon are positioned between the user's chest and the undergarment. The holster device is additionally secured by the clip attached to the top of the undergarment and the strap around the side of the undergarment. The holster device secures the weapon underneath the clothing such that it is invisible outside the clothing yet readily accessible when needed. The user can remove the weapon by reaching inside the neck of the shirt and quickly pulling the weapon from the holster. The user also has the option to discharge the weapon through the clothing in emergency situations.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2012Publication date: May 15, 2014Inventors: Lisa Looper, Bart Looper
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Publication number: 20140117064Abstract: Disclosed is a specialized holster design and system. The holster disclosed herein is intended to be used by an individual to carry a handgun on his or her person in such a way that the weapon may be partially or completely out of view, securely in place yet immediately available to be drawn from the holster when needed. The holster is variable in ways that also allow the user to make adjustments for comfort and tactical preferences. Once the weapon is drawn the holster remains open allowing one handed re-holstering. Among other attributes, four key features enable in part its broad ranges of functions. These four are the unique outer coating, the retention qualities, fold out attachment tab, and the particularly angled clip. The design enables a novel lightweight holster form fitted to the weapon and maintained securely in place firmly against the user's body in a concealed manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2013Publication date: May 1, 2014Inventor: Scott Evans
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Publication number: 20140075650Abstract: A tactical gun belt system comprises an inner belt, outer belt, and one or more belt units. The inner belt comprises hook-and-loop fasteners on an inner surface and an outer surface. The outer belt comprises a removable belt buckle and positions the one or more belt units about the waist of a user. The outer belt further comprises hook-and-loop fasteners on an inner surface and detachably affixes to the inner belt. The one or more belt units may attach to one another, may position guns, ammunition magazines, utilities, or pouches, and may comprise a quick-release harness for MOLLE-compatible accessories.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2012Publication date: March 20, 2014Inventors: Adam Garrison, James Overton
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Patent number: 8672201Abstract: A concealable handgun holster is disclosed with a handgun encasement supported within clothing of a wearer by one or more attachment clips, the attachment clips being hidden “in plain sight” by decorative features that deceive an observer into thinking the clips are decorations rather than part of a holster. In preferred embodiments, the holster is a hybrid holster with a handgun encasement formed by a leather sheet attached to a rigid plastic cover, preferably made of Kydex®. The clips can be plastic or metal, preferably steel, and can be attached to the encasement by rivets, screws, or any other suitable fastening means known in the art. Decoration of the attachment clips can be by shaping of the clips, perforation of the clips with decorative shapes, engraving on the clips, printing on the clips, and/or attachment of decorative items to the clips.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2009Date of Patent: March 18, 2014Inventor: Mark Craighead
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Publication number: 20140054347Abstract: A storage garment capable of carrying items in a discreet manner. The storage garment includes and inner tubular layer and an outer tubular layer disposed about the inner tubular layer. The layers are circumferentially attached to each other on one of their respective ends. The inner tubular layer and the outer tubular layer form a pocket having an opening at an end opposing the circumferential attachment. The storage garment can be worn on a body part by inserting the body part through a lumen defined by the inner tubular layer, and items can be stored in the pocket.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2012Publication date: February 27, 2014Inventor: Dontia Warren
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Publication number: 20140027486Abstract: A concealment holster that is designed to be concealed under a jacket or shirt, or even under the waistband of a pair of trousers includes two clips that support it on the wearer's belt. A foam and mesh backing provides comfort to the wearer.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2013Publication date: January 30, 2014Applicant: Safariland, LLCInventors: Bobby McGee, Anthony Lefeber
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Publication number: 20140027479Abstract: A holster for concealed handgun carry that relies on the façade for concealment, such as a cell phone, cell phone case or toolbox. The facade is a pivotal shroud with an aperture to open enclosure that is pivotally attached to a holster pocket, and relies on an actuated hinges for securing the shroud in a closed position for concealment and an open position for access to a handgun. Spring loaded hinges may be used for providing opening of the hinged panels of the holster, providing access by the wearer to the handgun contained within the holster. Latching of a closed configuration may be accomplished by a snap, hook and loop fasteners and magnetic fasteners. Access to a handgun contained within the holster may be accomplished with minimal movement of an arm, hand or finger.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 25, 2012Publication date: January 30, 2014Inventor: Mark HOGUE
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Publication number: 20140027485Abstract: A holster to support a handgun in a concealed position inside a wearer's trousers includes a holster body with side walls defining an opening to receive the handgun. Interior surfaces of the side walls have yieldable means thereon to engage and yieldably retain a portion of the handgun, when positioned within the holster body, against withdrawal forces below a predetermined magnitude. A tab arrangement includes a downward tab joined to the outer wall by a bight portion to suspend the holster from the trouser waistband. A wing member extends rearward of the holster body and cooperates with the exterior surface of the inner side wall to conform to the rear region of the hip of the wearer. Shaped portions of the holster body maintain a spaced relationship between the interior surface and contact-sensitive regions of a handgun such as a magazine release button, a sight, and so forth.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 25, 2012Publication date: January 30, 2014Inventor: Joshua Van Heusen
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Publication number: 20140021235Abstract: Concealed carry pistol holster system for clothing, purses, automobiles and bags is disclosed. This holster design holds the firearm in a secure, accessible position while providing enough structure to prevent the firearm “profile” from being evident. The streamlined design also allows the system to be easily installed and removed to and from a wide variety of platforms, including clothing, purses, attaches, and motor vehicles. One size holster can also accommodate multiple models of firearms including both semi-automatics and revolvers. The outer pouch of the system allows it to either blend into, or contrast as a fashion accessory with purses, clothing, auto interiors, etc. This system also allows for ease of transfer among platforms without exposing the firearm, and ease of adjustment to the system to accommodate the needs of multiple users.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2013Publication date: January 23, 2014Inventor: Michele Cecile Hunter
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Publication number: 20140014699Abstract: A gun holster for holding a pistol inside a person's pants having Velcro fastening means located diagonally across the bottom rear side of a bendable panel and a strip of Velcro material attached to the fastening means. A keeper means having an upward extending clip is adapted to engage the fastening means. A pouch is formed for receiving a pistol by bending the panel along a line located above the fastening means. The position of the keeper means on the fastening means can be varied to adjust both the height that the pistol holder is carried inside the person's pants and the canter or pitch of the pistol holster's position.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2012Publication date: January 16, 2014Inventor: Beaudine Larko
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Patent number: 8622269Abstract: A holster for concealed handgun carry that relies on the façade of a cell phone or cell phone case, and which relies on actuated hinges for securing moveable panels. Spring loaded hinges may be used for providing opening of the hinged panels of the holster, providing access by the wearer to the handgun contained within the holster. Latching of a closed configuration may be accomplished by a snap, hook and loop fasteners and magnetic fasteners. Access to a handgun contained within the holster may be accomplished with minimal movement of an arm, hand or finger.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2011Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Inventor: Mark W Hogue
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Publication number: 20130175309Abstract: Improved holster apparatuses are disclosed. In one embodiment, a holster apparatus includes a body defining a cavity for receiving an object and a rigid material releasably attached to the body via a locking system and further attached to a flexible material such as a pocket, a purse, a handbag, or a saddlebag. In another embodiment, a holster apparatus comprises a body defining a cavity for receiving an object and one or more structures disposed on an exterior surface of the body for moving moisture away from a user of the apparatus. Each of the structures comprises a moisture wicking material at least partially surrounding a moisture resistant material. The moisture wicking material is capable of moving moisture from a first plane between the user and the moisture resistant material to a second plane between the moisture resistant material and the body of the apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2012Publication date: July 11, 2013Inventor: Thomas Chang King
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Publication number: 20130075437Abstract: A security bracelet includes a body for encircling an appendage and a compartment. The compartment is hidden from view within the body. Alternatively, a security bracelet may include a body with an upper surface and arcuate arms. The upper surface and the arms define a cavity for receiving an appendage. The arms define an expansion joint therebetween, whereby when the joint expanses, dimensions of the cavity increase. The body includes a compartment. In an open position, the compartment receives materials. In a closed position, the compartment secures materials. Also, a security bracelet includes a plurality of panels. Each panel is joined to the next panel with a hinge. A pocket is disposed on an interior surface of the panel. A fastening mechanism joins together the free ends of the panels. In a closed position, the panels encircle an appendage.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 11, 2012Publication date: March 28, 2013Inventor: Vincent T. Zinnerman
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Patent number: 8371487Abstract: A handgun holster comprising a holster assembly and a strap assembly. The holster assembly consists of a U-shaped exterior wall with top, bottom, and lateral edges. Extending from the top edge is a bend that defines a tension arm. Positioned within the exterior wall are bushings. The belt strap assembly has exterior and interior faces, third and fourth ends, and at least one hole. The belt strap assembly has female and male snaps adjacent to the ends. The male snap mounts onto a selected hole of the interior face by a screw that trespasses the first bushing and screws into a bolt. A second screw trespasses the second bushing and screws into a second bolt. The holster assembly is worn in between a waistband of an article of clothing and a belt. The tension arm is fitted over the waistband and the belt strap assembly wraps around the belt.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2009Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignee: Rhino Holsters Inc.Inventor: William Joseph Plappert
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Publication number: 20130032622Abstract: This application claims benefit of priority to Provisional Application #61517601 dated Apr. 22, 2011. Designed for a physically challenged person to carry concealed different sizes of licensed handguns comfortably, totally independent of other articles of clothing, with ease of accessibility and a nonrestrictive range of motion. The revolutionary horizontal holster belt renders a “weightless” effect when a weapon is positioned correctly in either of the two receptacles on the holster belt, snugged to the body of the wearer and then closed to complete the circle. Thus the name, The Ghost. Using the properties of physics, The Ghost distributes evenly the weight of the contents instead of only in one vertical place. Positioned on the body in this circumstance allows wearer to effectively conceal the contents of said receptacles.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2012Publication date: February 7, 2013Inventors: Denise Brown-Richardson, Isaac Buddy Richardson
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Publication number: 20130015225Abstract: A holster for concealed handgun carry that relies on the façade of a cell phone or cell phone case, and which relies on actuated hinges for securing moveable panels. Spring loaded hinges may be used for providing opening of the hinged panels of the holster, providing access by the wearer to the handgun contained within the holster. Latching of a closed configuration may be accomplished by a snap, hook and loop fasteners and magnetic fasteners. Access to a handgun contained within the holster may be accomplished with minimal movement of an arm, hand or finger.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2011Publication date: January 17, 2013Inventor: Mark W. HOGUE
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Publication number: 20120305615Abstract: A concealable handgun holster for use with a body armor vest or other similar equipment is disclosed. The holster comprises a base for removably attaching the holster to the body armor vest, and a holster encasement for securing the handgun in the holster.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2012Publication date: December 6, 2012Inventor: Mark T. Craighead
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Patent number: 8302827Abstract: A holster apparatus includes a taller outside and a shorter inside panel joined together to form a shallow bottom pocket. The holster apparatus is generally open to the inside. The outside of the holster apparatus substantially completely covers the handgun so that the holster apparatus and handgun may be carried in a user's pocket and give the general appearance of a wallet carried within the pocket. The handgun is not discernible to a viewer when the handgun and holster are carried in the user's pocket.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2009Date of Patent: November 6, 2012Inventor: Tod L. Cole
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Publication number: 20120234886Abstract: A holder for a feminine hygiene article is secured on the user's body and retains an unused personal item in an inconspicuous position under the user's outer clothing. The holder is formed as a pouch, or pocket having a front panel and a back panel attached to the front panel. A belt formed from two accordion-style folded non-resilient portions is detachably secured to the holder body and to the user's waist, hips or thigh. One of the belt portions has an adhesive tab that is securable to a free end of the second portion, while an unwanted length of the first portion is detached along tear-off perforation lines. An adhesive strip near the open upper end secures the holder body to the user's body or undergarments.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2012Publication date: September 20, 2012Inventor: Judy Barbier
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Publication number: 20120152995Abstract: A universal type shoulder holster caddy, designed specifically to conceal hand guns of various sizes. This invention is unique in that it provides multiple transport options in a single handgun concealment device. It provides for complete concealment of a gun holster and handgun within an enclosed Concealment compartment. It provides multiple transport methods through its' zipper and snaps detachability feature and a series of loops and a band loop for attaching to a user's belt.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 4, 2012Publication date: June 21, 2012Inventor: Victor Allen Wilson
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Publication number: 20120117713Abstract: Pants (10) are provided with one or more exterior pockets (14, 16, 20) for access to one or more interior pockets for receiving a concealed item. One or more of the exterior pockets includes an opening for passing the user's hand inward. A sleeve-shaped member (44, 50) inside the pants is provided for fitting circumferentially about the leg of the user, and includes a front planar layer and a rear planar layer. A supporting strap (48, 52) is provided for fitting circumferentially about the waist or the leg of the user, and a suspension strap (52, 56) interconnects the supporting strap to the sleeve-shaped member.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2010Publication date: May 17, 2012Inventor: Brian D. Hoffner
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Publication number: 20120085802Abstract: An over the shoulder support system for concealed carry is disclosed. The system allows comfortable and discreet concealed carry of holstered weapons and associated materials, distributing load across one or both shoulders while allowing the entire system and supported weapon to remain concealed beneath clothing. The system can attach to a belt with j-hooks, and can attach directly to a wearer's clothing and/or to a holster.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 6, 2011Publication date: April 12, 2012Inventor: Tony John Ferrante
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Publication number: 20110220698Abstract: Cushioned and conforming body bands, belts, and holsters are provided herein. Some embodiments may include conforming bands that are adapted to surround at least a portion of an individual. The conforming bands may include body portions having an outer surface and an inner surface, the body portion including an integrally formed pouch, the pouch including at least two sidewalls that are spaced apart from one another and joined together along a common bottom edge to define a cavity for receiving a firearm.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2011Publication date: September 15, 2011Inventor: Richard Tuggle
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Publication number: 20110192876Abstract: A universal type shoulder holster caddy, designed specifically to conceal hand guns of various sizes. This invention is unique in that it completely conceals the hand gun and gun holster within a zipper closed compartment. This invention is also unique in that it is designed to be secured to the wearer's body by a loop attached to the inside panel or by a strap attached around the wearers' belt. The highly flexible and durable material used in construction of the caddy and holster provides a snug fit, concealing handguns of various sizes.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 5, 2010Publication date: August 11, 2011Inventor: Victor Allen Wilson
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Publication number: 20110114681Abstract: The Apron Gun Holster, is for use by either right- or left-handed wearers. It is comprised of an inside panel that has two hidden pockets for one or two pistols and a front panel that provides concealment, useful for gun magazines, bullets, and/or items such as a cell phone, pens, or whatever the need may be. This invention will be especially beneficial for those running convenience stores which are often targeted for crime and for women in business settings wishing a comfortable gun holster. In accordance with the above objectives the gun(s) sits in left or right pockets inwardly from a panel generally conforming to the curve of the body at the thigh, providing comfort over a prolonged period of time, concealment and accessibility to facilitate quick-draw. The Apron Gun Holster can be made economically utilizing a variety of fabrics, plastics and a variety of alternative materials (leather etc.).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2009Publication date: May 19, 2011Inventor: Eliane Cora Niemann
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Publication number: 20110093996Abstract: A concealable shoulder-supported harness system for a belt fastened around the torso of a wearer, includes a support portion adapted for operative engagement with the upper torso of the wearer above the belt, wherein the support portion is further adapted for concealment within an outer garment having a portion of the garment extending substantially through the interior side of the belt, and a fastening portion extending from a lower end of the support portion through an aperture in the outer garment located proximate to the belt, wherein the fastening portion further includes an attachment mechanism for securing attachment to the belt. The present invention is further directed to a clothing attire utilizing the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2007Publication date: April 28, 2011Inventor: Erik Henriquez