Abstract: A convertible shoulderarm case which allows a hunter to carry his gun and all other necessary equipment either over his shoulder using a sling, or in a suitcase-like manner using a handle. When the gun is removed, the gun case can be folded to convert to a waist pack, allowing the hunter to keep all of his equipment readily accessible.

Abstract: A holster supports a shotgun in an opened condition at a shooter's side. A pair of rods extend between front and rear walls. The rear wall has a tongue for mounting the holster proximate the shooter's waist. The walls are spaced to receive the pivotally connected barrel and stock portions of the shotgun therebetween so as to prevent the shotgun from sliding off the rods. The rods are spaced by a distance less than the distance between the breach sides of the forearm and the trigger guard of the shotgun in the closed condition and greater than the combined heights of the forearm and the trigger guard so that, when the barrel and stock portions are at rest on the rods, the weight of the barrel portion causes the breach side of the trigger guard to engage against the rod on which the stock portion rests so as to prevent forward rotation of the shotgun off the rods while the weight of the barrel portion prevents rearward rotation of the shogun off the rods.

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 sling adapted for connection to a weapon having a muzzle end and a stock at the opposite end from the muzzle end and formed from a single elongated web folded upon itself and including a first terminal end to be connected at or adjacent the weapon muzzle end; a first guide arrangement to be connected to or adjacent the stock of the weapon, and a first loop formed in the web around the first guide arrangement at the opposite end of the sling from the first terminal end and defining therebetween a connecting inner leg; a second guide arrangement, and a second loop formed in the web around the second guide arrangement and spaced from the first terminal end and defining a middle leg and an outer leg of equal lengths in the web; a second terminal end located intermediate the length of the sling and a connecting arrangement to which the second terminal end is attached, the outer leg extending between and connecting the second loop to the second terminal end; and a third guide arrangement, and a third loop formed

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 carrying case assembly for carrying a shotgun is provided. The shotgun is disassemblable into a barrel subassembly and a stock-receiver subassembly. The case assembly comprises an outer case member having a first case member portion and a second case member portion hingedly connected to the first case member portion with the first and second case member portions being closable together defining a compartment. An insert member is mounted within the compartment and substantially extending from the first case member portion to the second case member portion, the insert member separating and supporting the barrel subassembly and the stock-receiver subassembly.

Abstract: A firearm support includes an elongated tubular member. A receptacle attachable to a user worn belt supports a first end of the tubular member. An attachment member on a second end of the tubular member movably attaches the tubular member to a firearm. The attachment member allows pivotal movement of the firearm to form a first substantially vertical storage position in the receptacle to a substantially horizontal firing position. The receptacle enables universal movement of the tubular member relative to the receptacle. The tubular member may be formed of two telescopingly extendible members lockable in a selected extended position.

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 backpack has a pair of vertical posts, a base connected to the posts, and an extension that is slidable within the base. Various accessories such as tree claws and clamps for holding guns and bows are attachable to the base and extension. By sliding the extension within the base, the distance between the tree claws or clamps can be adjusted. A seat having a concave undersurface is pivotally connected to the post. When in a folded mode, the seat nests between the posts, and the seat undersurface bears against the back of the person to thereby make the backpack comfortable to carry.

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 harness for use by a hunter in retaining a weapon. The harness includes a belt positionable about a waist of the hunter and a shoulder strap including first and second rings for placement above a shoulder and extending on either side of a torso of the hunter. A pouch is connected between the belt and shoulder strap, the pouch includes a base and a skirt extending therefrom to form a weapon receiving pocket. An auxiliary strap including first and second releasable clips is connected to the shoulder strap.

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 frame system that converts to a four-leg support base for use with backpacks. The base eliminates the need to carry a tripod or monopod. Two threaded bosses are use to accommodate attachments such as a shooting rest or to accommodate surveillance or test equipment. The main part of the frame replaces the top hoop found on many external frame backpacks. The frame has two angled members that accept a pair of legs. These legs are made of several parts to permit many configurations. The frame can be removed from the backpack as well. This makes a free standing base that can be used in seated or prone positions; it also leaves the pack portion free to be used separately. Nylon sides or hoods can be attached to make the pack assembly act as a blind or a windbreak. Also, an aluminum table can be attached to the frame for cooking, etc., as desired.

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: A rifle sling includes a longitudinally-extending strap which is joined together to form a loop. This loop is attached to a rifle at two spaced-apart points which divide the loop into two relatively equal portions. These portions are constructed and arranged for passing over the shoulders of an individual to carry the rifle in a backpack position, with the rifle in a generally vertical position when the individual is upright. A rapid-release buckle is disposed in one portion to facilitate the rapid removal of the rifle from the backpack position to a firing position. The sling is also constructed and arranged to simultaneously shorten the two generally-equal portions, so that the sling may be used as a support during aiming or firing of the rifle. A fastener is also provided for maintaining the sling in its firing position. In addition, a rear strap mount for the sling is also disclosed.

Abstract: A rifle pack with shoulder straps including an elongated housing having a front face and a rear face integrally coupled to define an interior space with a top opening. The front face and rear face both taper inwardly from a top extent to a bottom extent thereof. A closure flap is included for selectively covering the top opening of the housing. Further provided are two thin rectangular shoulder straps coupled to the rear face of the housing. Finally, a utility pouch is included with a plurality of bellows coupled between side edges of a front face and rear face thereof. A flap is coupled to a top edge of the pouch for allowing selective access within the pouch.

Abstract: A vehicle gun rack includes a base assembly mounted on the vehicle floor and having a plurality of compartments. An arm assembly includes an arm mounted on the base and a crossbar mounted on the arm. A pair of guns or other objects can be mounted on the rack with lower ends thereof received in compartments in the base and with upper ends thereof secured to the crossbar on each side of the arm assembly. The base compartments are adapted for holding various objects, such as beverage containers.

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: An improved, modular firearm support for retaining firearms in close association to a vehicle ceiling. The support includes a formed metal bracket having orthogonal top and back mounting plates and a pair of padded cradles which are fitted to opposite sides of firearm lock and trigger shroud assemblies. An adjustable lock plate offsets the lock from the back plate to fully seat the firearm at the cradles and trigger shroud. Multiple draw clamps are fitted to the back plate to retain the support to a vehicle support, for example, a roll bar, divider panel or a telescoping support, which spans the vehicle. A slide bracket is also provided at the telescoping vehicle support to vary the mounting location of the firearm support. Alternative shrouds are also disclosed to protect either the trigger or other critical firearm parts.

Abstract: A holster supports a shotgun at the side of a shooter above the ground in an opened condition. A seat supports the shotgun and spaced side walls extend upwardly to receive the pivotally connected barrel and stock portions of the shotgun therebetween so as to prevent the shotgun from sliding laterally off the seat. A mounting device is provided on one of the side walls for mounting the holster proximate the waist of the shooter. The seat has a front section for supporting the barrel portion of the shotgun and a rear section for supporting the stock portion of the shotgun. The front and rear sections lie in intersecting planes which extend downwardly at an obtuse angle from their line of intersection to support the barrel and stock portions of the shotgun at approximately the obtuse angle defined by the planes. A pad preferably of leather protects the surface of the shotgun from being scratched or marred by the holster.

Abstract: This article is a rest for the butt stock of a rifle or shot gun. It mounts to the belt from a loop at one end of the article. The article supports a weapon in a substantially upright non-firing position. When hunting a person can easily hold the weapon with one hand in near aiming position. It is very flexible, lightweight, and compact for easy storage in small places.

Abstract: An adaptable aiming support device includes a waist belt for securing the device to a person's waist. A rigid base plate is affixed to the waist belt and includes a bracket mounted thereon. An extendible and retractable support rod is mounted to and pivotable upon a pivot pin disposed within the bracket. The support rod extends from the bracket and includes a primary tube and a secondary tube in adjustable telescoping engagement with the primary tube. The distal end of the support rod is adapted to receive one of a set of interchangeable endpieces for supporting a device to be aimed (e.g., a gun, a camera, a binocular). A quick release pin mechanism is provided at the distal end to attach/remove a given endpiece (of the set of interchangeable endpieces) thereto/therefrom quickly and easily.

Abstract: A holster worn by a shooter for supporting a broken barrel shotgun. The holster is preferably constructed from a first and a second piece of leather. The second piece of leather has a lobe and a cut-out portion so that when the two pieces of leather have been molded, an opening is defined at the lobe. The two pieces of leather also form a belt loop within the holster so that it can be worn by a shooter. The trigger guard of the shotgun is inserted into the opening with the barrel extending toward the ground approximately parallel to the shooter's leg. The trigger guard rests against the second piece of leather with the stock extending over the cut-out portion, so that the lobe will prevent the shotgun from falling away from the shooter. Therefore, in this position the shotgun is supported in a safe and secure manner without the shooter having to manually support the gun.

Abstract: A firearm carrier for safely transporting firearms. The carrier transversely secures the firearm to a user's body while preventing accidental discharges of the firearm. The firearm carrier is particularly well suited for use on an ATV. The firearm carrier safely, temporarily attaches the firearm to the user's waist in a safe, stable transport configuration. The firearm carrier may also be used as a temporary shoulder sling. The firearm carrier comprises an elongated, adjustable belt that fits around the waist of the user. A quick release buckle system facilitates belt removal. A pair of spaced apart straps project downwardly from the belt. Preferably, the straps project downwardly along the front of the user's legs. Each strap extends to a terminal end. An intermediary leg projects from each strap. Preferably, the straps are appropriately covered by a hook and pile fasteners. The straps encircle the gun during deployment, forming a pair of retention loops that secure the gun to the user's waist.

Abstract: Prior art slings used to support rifles during aiming and firing respond to the blood pressure pulse in the shooter's upper am resulting in rhythmic stress in the straps which extend to connect with the rifle. This is caused by the position and singular nature of the prior an attachment between that portion of the sling surrounding the shooter's upper arm and that portion of the sling which extends to the rifle. This interaction between the prior an slings and the shooter's pulse results in movement of the rifle and a reduction in practical accuracy. Slings of the present invention incorporate two attachments to that portion of the sling system which surrounds the shooter's arm and two non parallel straps extending to the rifle. By virtue of the location of these two attachments, the shooter's pulse can no longer create rhythmic stress in the straps extending to the rifle. Motion of the rifle during aiming and firing is reduced and practical accuracy is increased.

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

Abstract: A gun 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 "backpack"-style carrier for transporting sporting equipment such as a rifle, a shotgun, an archery bow, or a fishing rod. The butt end of the rifle stock, the pulley end of a compound bow, or the handle grip of a fishing rod is disposed in the device's lower "pocket". The barrel, the upper bow limb, or the upper fishing rod portion is held in place by an upper strap which closes with a hook and loop fastening system. Shoulder straps attached to the device allow the sporting equipment to be carried "backpack"-style, in a vertical position. An optional waist belt provides additional stability.

Abstract: Hoist-line for lifting rifles and shot guns to elevated positions has a snap hook for attachment to a rifle trigger guard and a fixed barrel engagement loop, each permanently attached to an elongated hoist line near its bottom end. The trigger guard snap hook and barrel engagement loop are advantageously sized and spaced apart to maintain an attached rifle in a vertical orientation when the device is hoisted from above, and accommodate rifles of varying barrel length and bore. Modification of the hoist-line has a bow engaging strap and string engaging strap for temporary attachment of an archery bow adjacent to an attached firearm.

Abstract: An elongated recreational device holder for holding a fishing rod, shotgun or other elongated device and its associated accessories is disclosed. The holder consists of a carrier having a number of storage compartments and attachment rings. The carrier is padded and water-resistant to protect a fishing rod, shotgun and other devices and accessories placed therein. The carrier is length adjustable to snugly carry any elongated device of any length. Once the elongated device is removed form the carrier, the carrier wraps around the waist of the user such that the user is free to move about, while at the same time having all desired accessories readily at hand.

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 butt stock sling attaching device is disclosed for securing a sling to a shotgun, rifle or the like. The attaching device includes a primary loop having a stock toe engaging bight and opposite thereto carrying a "D"-shaped ring to which a sling is attached. A pair of secondary loop portions are attached at one end to side portions of the primary loop and are brought into overlying relationship to a stock comb with hook and loop fastenings maintaining the secondary loop in secure, though removable, fastening relationship to each other. Preferably, the primary loop includes a half-twist for achieving proper orientation of the "D"-shaped ring relative to an associated sling.

Abstract: A rifle sling support apparatus including an elongated belt securement strap having a base end, a tip end, and a securement mechanism affixed to the ends for securing the strap in a closed loop configuration about a belt fastened about a user's waist; a hook having an upper end, a lower end, a bend therebetween, and a pair of opposed cutouts formed on the bend and with each cutout sized for receiving a pistol grip or a stock of a rifle; and a hook angle adjustment mechanism secured between the belt securement strap and hook for adjusting the angular position of the hook with respect to the belt securement strap.

Abstract: An apparatus for allowing a user to hold a device, such as a gun, steady while pointing that device at a target. The apparatus includes a base; attachment structure for attaching the base firmly against a portion of the user's body; and a rod attached to the base for being held by the user against or relative to the device.

Abstract: Each of a set of locking gun rack assemblies includes an elongated vertical frame member having a pair of firearm support cradles extending therefrom in vertically spaced relation. A fixed mounting bracket is formed at a lower end of the frame member; however, an upper end of the frame member has a mounting bracket pivotally connected thereto to facilitate connection of the rack assemblies to the rear wall of a pickup truck cab in which the rear wall curves forwardly into the roof structure of the cab immediately above a rear window of the cab. An upper cradle of one assembly of the set and a lower cradle of the other assembly are provided with a pivotally connected firearm keeper which engages the outer end of the associated cradle and is secured in place by a padlock.

Abstract: A gun rack engages the rear of the back seat of a sports vehicle and enables weapons to be carried in a manner tilting toward the front of the vehicle. The rack has no middle struts which would interfere with the scope of rifle and thus allows the rifle to be carried scope down, a much more stable configuration. The rack of the present invention is completely foldable from and to a storage position, and contains specialized structures to enable tie down. Tie-downs are made with respect to eyelets which exist in the rear of sports vehicles, and tie down is effected through the use of quick release straps. Tie down is achieved both at the upper and lower end of the rack of the present invention. Self tying is achieved through a wrap-around strap, or through a decorative over cover. The decorative over cover helps to disguise the presence of the weaponry and thus to reduce the incidence of theft.

Abstract: Disclosed is a new portable vehicle-mounted gun rack, for use in vehicles having a floor with at least one generally horizontal planar portion situated generally in front of a bench seat having an upwardly projecting backrest, for supporting a plurality of long-barreled firearms for safe transport whereby the firearms are readily accessible and no modification is required to the vehicle. The portable vehicle-mounted gun rack comprises a lower floor engagable support structure for receiving a plurality of guns by the muzzle. The lower support structure comprises an elongated block having a plurality of spaced apart upwardly opening gun muzzle sockets formed therein whereby the plurality of guns may be partially supported by their downwardly angled muzzles. An upper seat backrest engagable support structure for receiving the plurality of guns by the butt is also included.

Abstract: The gun storage and rapid removal mount of this invention is for securely retaining a shotgun or the like against unauthorized removal with the mount providing for rapid removal by authorized persons. It comprises a trigger guard cup and a forward lock clamp. The lock clamp engages the barrel and a magazine tube just forward of the shotgun receiver to prevent forward motion of the shotgun in the mount. The trigger guard cup prevents rearward motion. The lock clamp is both lock- and spring-retained. When its lock is released, the gun can be rotated out of the clamp against spring force. The spring also permits reinsertion of the shotgun into position against the spring force.

Abstract: A weapon sling having a weapon release run and a weapon carrying run has a fastener with an L-shaped pivoting lever mounted near the stock end of weapon release ran. A rectangular lock ring is attached to the stock end of the weapon carrying run. The lock ring is engageable over the L-shaped lever, which can pivot over the ring to deposit the ring against an inclined surface of the fastener that retains the ring against accidental loss under tension applied to the sling.

Abstract: A rifle sling for steadying the left arm of the shooter, comprises a length of band or strap material (1) which has an upper arm loop (8) at one end and a hand loop (6) at the other end, said loops being inter-connected by a middle portion. The upper arm loop (8) has a double portion extending between a tightening buckle (2) and an adjustment buckle (3). By using these buckles to adjust the length of the double portion, both the upper arm loop (8) and the middle portion of the sling can be adjusted to fit the shooter. The sling may be worn in a non-operable condition with the upper arm loop (8) tightened around the upper arm of the user and with the hand loop (6) tucked in under the upper arm loop. When assuming a shooting position, the user loosens the hand loop (6) and puts his four fingers through the loop, thus tensioning the middle portion of the sling and steadying his arm while the fore-end of the gun rests in his palm.

Abstract: The specification describes a modular gun-rack comprising a stock securing unit 1 and a barrel support unit 26. The stock securing unit comprises one or more modular units 2 and the barrel support unit 26 comprises one or more tubular elements 27. Each modular unit comprises a frame having two vertically oriented tubes 5 and 8 and a cross-bar 11. The frame of the upper most modular unit 4 is completed by a cross member 16. The top of each tube defines a sleeve that is capable of receiving a spigot 14, 15 at the bottom of each tube. The lowermost inner tube 5 is secured to a wall by means of a screw. Access to the screw-hole and head of the screw can be gained through hole 34 in the outer face of tube 5 prior to insertion of cross-bar 11 into hole 34. In use tube 5 is secured to a wall by means of a screw, access to which is gained through hole 34. Cross-bar 11 is inserted through the trigger guard of a gun and inserted into hole 34.

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 use tailored mountings. A clamp plate assembly and mating extension arms permit a vertical divide mount of the rack.

Abstract: A safety device for a rifle, or other elongate firearm, includes a first part for removably attaching the stock to the chest of a user and a cord for supporting the butt portion below the user's chest. The firearm can, thus, be supported in a safe, substantially vertical orientation to allow the user's hands to be free. The stock portion is easily released to allow the rifle to be operated with the cord remaining attached and providing additional safety.

Abstract: A fall-away gun sling attachment for a butt of a gun stock includes a hanger for connecting to a flexible sling and a connector attachable to a bottom of the gun stock butt for rotatably mounting the hanger to the bottom of the gun stock butt. The hanger includes a pair of laterally spaced elongated side members having upper and lower ends and an upper cross member extending between and rigidly interconnecting the upper ends of the side members. The connector defines a predetermined axis and is connected between the lower ends of the side members of the hanger so as to mount the hanger for rotational movement between an upper position in which the side members of the hanger extend along opposite sides of the gun stock butt and the upper cross member engages an upper rear end of the gun stock butt and a lower position in which the hanger and side members thereof are pivotally displaced below the gun stock butt.

Abstract: The attachment device for rifle slings comprises two eye parts (2) arranged on the stock or barrel (1) of the rifle, each with a transverse hole (3), through which a retaining pin (8) can be stuck. At each end of the rifle sling (4) there is provided a sling sleeve (5). In the middle of each sling sleeve (5) there is provided a recess (7) extending in the longitudinal direction of the sling and into which can the eye part (2) can be inserted. Each retaining pin (8) can be stuck directly through the sling sleeve (5) and has a transverse opening (9) in the vicinity of each of its two ends, through can be pulled a retaining thong (10) attached to the rifle sling (4).

Abstract: A first support ring is arranged for positioning about a forward threaded portion of a magazine tube to complementarily engage a bottom surface of the associated gun barrel, wherein a second ring is arranged for locked engagement with the first ring upon directing the associated magazine tube cap into abutting relationship with locking spheres mounted in a projecting relationship relative to the forward walls of the second support ring. A mounting plate is oriented between the butt stock and the butt pad of the associated shotgun, wherein a flexible sling member is arranged for securement between the second support ring having a mounting lug and the mounting plate having a mounting plate mounting lug extending beyond the respective second support ring and the mounting plate.

Abstract: This invention is a portable shooting table adapted to be transported as a backpack during a hunt and assembled n the field. It is comprised of an adjustable length frame with a backpack attached. Adjustable legs carried in the backpack are screwably attached to the frame. When it is being used as a shooting table, an adjustable gun rest attached to the frame supports a rifle. The frame has rigid transverse members to support the arms and firearm of the shooter while the firearm is being aimed. Shoulder straps attached to the frame enable the shooter to shoulder carry the shooting table in the manner of a knapsack.

Abstract: The sling for a rifle or shotgun, which allows the firearm to be retained suspended from the shoulder without sliding off while the associated arm and hand are otherwise engaged. An auxiliary strap assembly may be secured to form a stabilizing, neck-encircling loop, and stored out of the way flatly against the main sling when not in use.