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.

Abstract: A transport bracket assembly for weaponry including a first bracket affixed to, for example, a vertical panel adjacent the bed of a conventional pickup truck, and a swinging bracket connected to the fixed bracket in swinging gate fashion by a pair of pintles. The swinging bracket has two pairs of distinct holders for receiving a firearm, e.g., a rifle, or a bow. The holders may be adjusted along the second bracket to different positions. A clip assembly above and attached to the swinging bracket engages the stabilizer of a conventional bow. An interengaging, cooperating latch and guide assembly includes a spring loaded lockbolt on the fixed bracket inserted into a latch element lock bore on the swinging bracket for retaining the swinging bracket in a closed position against the fixed bracket. A guide on the fixed bracket assures proper alignment of the lock bore with the lockbolt.

Abstract: A carrying device for archery bow and other equipment. The device includes an adjustable shoulder strap and an attached shock cord large enough to diagonally encircle the user's body. A padded shoulder protector and pull tab-manufacturer's label are affixed to the strap. An attachment-release assembly including a block and an attachment cord is suspended from the shock cord.

Abstract: The harness comprises a carrying strap and a gripper. The carrying strap is formed from a soft material. Another strap formed from a stronger, less resilient fabric is attached to the soft strap at uniformly spaced intervals and in such a way that the second strap forms loops at its points of attachment to the soft strap. With the arrangement, the soft strap can only stretch until the loops become taut. Thereafter, the stronger second strap carries the load and this prevents the soft strap from tearing when heavy loads are carried. The gripper is formed from a resilient material and comprises a first plate and a second plate which are connected together by an arcuate web. One of the plates of the gripper has a flat body contacting surface and a loop is positioned in the arcuate web between the first and second plates for connection to a device to be carried. A plurality of pins are formed on at least one plate of the gripper.

Abstract: An apparatus that safely locks a shotgun within the forward passenger compartment of a vehicle. A gun carrier receives the receiver part of the shotgun and includes an opening that receives the trigger group of the weapon so that when the trigger group is positioned in the opening, the shotgun is properly positioned in the apparatus. The apparatus includes a base member immovably mounted to a passenger seat, and an elongate pivot arm is hingedly secured to the base member. The gun carrier is secured to the distal free end of the pivot arm. Thus, a police office may adjust his or her driver's seat rearwardly or forwardly and the pivot arm follows such movement and does not restrict such movement. The gun carrier may be opened by activating a solenoid through a switch on the dashboard of the vehicle, or, in the alternative, by using a key. Thus, if the solenoid fails for any reason, the officer can still open the gun carrier with the key.

Abstract: A rifle sling includes an elongated central body portion having a pair of opposed protrusions defining therebetween a recess for receiving the rifle barrel. Ends of the rifle sling are connected to the rifle for carrying the rifle about the shoulder of a user. The body portion of the rifle sling provides a cushion as well as an aid in aiming the rifle, when rested on a support surface.

Abstract: An apparatus is set forth for permitting ease of transport of a shotgun by an individual to include an elongate central strap, with a rear pocket and a forward sleeve for mounting of the shotgun. A medial strap is provided mounted pivotally to the central strap for permitting rapid and convenient adjustment and securement of the associated firearm.

Abstract: A sling for a shoulder fired weapon is described having semi-permanent pre-adjustments to quickly accommodate both carrying and shooting modes. The sling includes: (i) a forward section attached to a forward swivel or ring of the weapon, (ii) a rear section nearest to the butt of the weapon and (iii) an anchor attached about a part of the user's body, usually his arm. The forward section is attached to the forward swivel using a hook-and-pile fastener wherein the length of the forward section is rapidly adjustable, and also includes either a male or a female quick coupler attached at a second end. The rear section is attached to the rear swivel of the weapon via a conventional buckle fastener that provides adjustments in the length of the rear section, and also includes a complementary female or male quick coupler having a recess mated to disconnectably connect to the male or female quick coupler of the forward section.

Abstract: A mounting rack for rifles which is substantially rectangular and is mounted across the vehicle, which is adjustable in length as well as height to fit substantially any vehicle. The two upright sides of the rectangle, slide on the two long cross members for further adjustment and the gun cradles have multiple positions. The invention further discloses a dog guard which may be affixed to the back of the gun rack.

Abstract: An improved carrier strap assembly for carrying a plurality of fishing rods and reels includes a first elongate strap or spine member having opposed adjustable size loops at each end thereof. A second strap means is mounted perpendicularly to said first strap means and slidably therealong the one of the opposed end loops. A third strap means is mounted slidably along the first strap means between the two end loops. Both the second and third strap means are fitted with hook and loop fasteners provided for selectably releasable engagement of one side of the strap means to the other side thereof. In the operation, the bottom loop on the first strap is enlarged until it fits around the fishing rod handles under the reels and then is cinched up until snug. At the opposite end of the first strap, the top loop on the first strap is adjusted in size until the second strap is positioned to extend around the upper end of the fishing poles under the first full eyelet on the rod.

Abstract: A firearm holder of improved efficiency and design. The apparatus includes first and second movable gun support members. Each gun support member includes a lower end and an upper end. The upper ends of both members are spaced from each other to define a gun receiving zone therebetween. Positioned within the gun receiving zone and suspended between the first and second support members is a medial support member. Also included in an adjusting strap made of non-abrasive material designed to vary the distance between the first and second support members. In a preferred embodiment, the strap has a length sufficient to completely cover the first, second, and medial support members. In addition, the strap includes a free end which is slidably adjustable.

Abstract: A rifle sling includes an elongated central body portion having a pair of opposed protrusions defining therebetween a recess for receiving the rifle barrel. Ends of the rifle sling are connected to the rifle for carrying the rifle about the shoulder of a user. The body portion of the rifle sling provides a cushion as well as an aid in aiming the rifle, when rested on a support surface.

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

Abstract: A universal long gun support and holster system. This system contains (1) a waist belt, (2) a lateral gun support containing a forestock channel and a ductile anchor plate, (3) means for removably attaching the lateral gun support to the waist belt, (4) a shoulder strap, (5) means for removably attaching the shoulder strap to the waist belt and the lateral gun support, (6) means for forming a forestock web from a portion of the shoulder strap, (7) a butt support, (8) means for removably attaching the butt support web to the waist belt, the lateral gun support, and the shoulder strap, and (9) means for maintaining the forestock channel and the butt support web in a fixed spatial relationship.

Abstract: A multi-functional mounting unit for a police car that removeably bolts to the floor in a front passenger section to rigidly hold a long barreled gun, communication equipment, flashlight, and miscellaneous articles; holding all without structural modification to the car.

Abstract: A guitar or like instrument harness that supports the weight of an instrument evenly about the shoulders and back of the wearer, while stabilizing the instrument in any position desired by the wearer. The harness utilizes a single strap segment, with structures for attachment to anchor points on the instrument. The strap passes over both shoulders, crossing in the back. The instrument is supported from the loops on either side of the wearer, which are created by the generally "figure 8" type pattern of the strap. One attachment structure is free to slide along the strap, allowing it to maintain a balanced position as the strap shifts to maintain weight distribution along its length.

Abstract: The harness comprises a carrying strap and a connector. The connector is formed from a resilient material and comprises a strap like member having a rectangular portion, a truncated triangular portion and a narrow strap portion. A distal end of the narrow strap portion has a round opening communicating with a rectangular slot which receive a domed nipple and stem formed on the triangular portion such that the narrow strap portion can be folded over itself with the nipple and stem forced into the opening and slot thus forming a loop for attachment to an article to be carried. A plurality of walls are formed on the triangular portion to maintain the distal end of the narrow strap portion locked in the looped position. The rectangular portion is formed with a strap receiving slot to connect with the carrying strap.

Abstract: A pair of brackets which can be attached to the handle bars of the ATV or a motorcycle and which will hold a bow or a rifle or shotgun. The brackets include spring-biased U-shaped clamps which can be positioned on a mounting bar, the bar being secured to the handle bars of the ATV or motorcycle or depending on the construction of the rear portion of the ATV or the motorcycle's rear framework thereof, the U-shaped clamps being positioned on the bar in an adjustable manner to accommodate the length of the bow and/or of the weapon to be employed.

Abstract: A gun caddy comprising a belt and a pocket depending from the belt to receive the butt of a rifle or shotgun.

Abstract: A gun vest including a pocket assembly which receives the butt end of a gun stock to partially support the gun while it is being carried and fired. The gun vest includes a torso portion, a shoulder portion, a leg portion and the pocket assembly. The torso portion is designed to be worn about the midsection of the person. The shoulder portion extends upward from the torso portion and is designed to be worn about one shoulder of the person. The leg portion extends downward from the torso portion and is designed to be worn about one leg of the person. The torso portion includes waist straps and the shoulde portion includes shoulder straps for releasably fastening the gun vest about the person The pocket assembly includes a flexible extension member and a pocket which receives the gun butt. The extension member has a first end which is attached to the torso portion of the gun vest. The pocket member is attached to the second end.

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

Abstract: A portable gun rack for use in vehicles having front bucket seats has an elongated rectangular barrel support block perpendicularly attached at a top end of an elongated strut. The block has a plurality of U-shaped notches for the reception of gun barrels. A back side wall of the block has a VELCRO fastener for cooperation with a VELCRO fastener provided on the dashboard of the vehicle. A gun butt support box is perpendicularly attached at the lower end of the strut and is dimensioned to be received between the bucket seats and rest on the vehicle floor. A triangular rubber block may be provided on a bottom surface of the box. Gun barrels are retained in the U-shaped notches by a VELCRO fastened strap. The strut may be telescopically adjusted in length to adapt for use in different vehicles and with various different guns.

Abstract: A sling assembly for use in carrying shoulder weapons, such as hunting rifles, in a horizontal ready position. A sling strap is connected to sling swivels mounted on the weapon in the conventional positions at the bottom of the butt stock and forestock, by loops which encircle the butt stock and the front portion of the weapon. The rear part of the sling strap is fixed to the rear loop, which is long enough to surround the butt stock and to slip rearwardly off the butt stock as the weapon is raised to the shooter's shoulder. The front end of the strap is free to hang down beside the front portion of the weapon with only the front loop around the top of the weapon, where it does not interfere with use of the sights. Various ways are disclosed to attach the loops to sling swivels or to a handguard on the front portion of the weapon. In one embodiment a slide fastener holds the sling strap at a desired length but is adjustable using only one hand.

Abstract: A carrying strap for a weapon, attached to the weapon in such manner that it forms a loop intended to be kept across one shoulder and the back, whereby the weapon can be held in front of the person supported by the carrying strap, ready to fire. A drawback of all carrying straps is that the weapon is hanging upside down when in the ready-to-fire position. The carrying strap of the invention has, at least at one attachment point, a laterally stiff strap section so that the center of gravity of the weapon, in correct ready-to-fire position, lies below the line defined by the stiffener and the other attachment point.

Abstract: A versatile gun sling is disclosed which allows a gun to be carried either over a person's shoulder or across their back. The gun sling is made of a long strap slit longitudinally. The strap is broader on the end which connects to a gun's buttstock, allowing optimum weight distribution across the bearer's back. The gun sling's length is adjusted by folding the strap so the opposite end of the strap may be connected to the strap, forming a loop in the strap. The gun sling is attached to a gun by two swivel rings held in loops in the strap on each strap end. One swivel ring resides in the loop formed in the strap by folding the strap to adjust the length; the second loop is formed by folding the buttstock end region of the strap onto itself and fastening it in place.

Abstract: A sporting apparatus support device for the handicapped having a front support plate and a back support plate which are adjustably attached to each other with belts so as to securely sandwich the wearer is disclosed. An across-the-shoulder strap extending from the front support plate to the back support plate is also provided and an outwardly and upwardly extending bar from the front support plate is provided for attaching a fishing rod holder, a gun rest, or a camera support. A pivotal bar rod lock and a line and hook vise is also disclosed.

Abstract: A cartridge holder is described for mounting on either a pistol, rifle or shotgun. The cartridge holder is comprised of an elastic member which is sewn in such a manner so as to create a first loop portion which may be slipped over the forearm of a weapon to maintain the member on the weapon. A pair of spaced-apart smaller loops are also formed in the member adapted to receive a cartridge therein.

Abstract: A multi-purpose sling includes an elongated flexible strap with a hook attached to one end, with the other end of the strap attached to the middle bar of a slide buckle threaded on the strap, thereby forming an adjustable loop. A second hook is attached to a ring which is threaded onto the strap in the adjustable loop. Each hook is J-shaped and large enough to freely hold the string of a compound bow.In a second embodiment, a hook is attached to one end of a flexible strap and the strap is then looped through a large ring. The strap is then threaded through a ring attached to the strap near the first hook, and then through a second ring which is loose on the strap. The other end of the strap is then fastened to the large ring to form a double loop arrangement. A second hook is connected to the loose ring. In this embodiment, the hooks are generally U-shaped with a narrow throat portion which will snap onto a ring or similar member on the item to be carried.

Abstract: A sling assembly for a bow or the like includes a pair of mounting members adapted to be wrapped around the bow and a sling which is removably attached to the mounting members. Each of the mounting members comprises a sheet of fabric and Velcro fasteners on the fabric for securing the fabric after it is wrapped around the bow. A buckle on the fabric is attachable to a buckle on the sling. A sling assembly for a rifle includes one of the bow mounting members and a strap having a buckle on one end and a loop on the other end. The strap can be wrapped around the barrel of a gun, and the buckle is inserted through the loop to form a noose which can be tightened around the barrel.

Abstract: A gun case for protecting a rifle from the elements while being carried in the field. In the preferred embodiment a pair of elastomeric grommet assemblies fit over the stud posts of conventional sling swivel assemblies so as to permit the rifle to be carried by the sling in a conventional manner while being fully enclosed by the gun case. The grommet assemblies form a substantially watertight seal with conventional swivel assembly stud posts. Although the rifle is at all times fully enclosed by the case, the case may at any time be quickly and easily opened to permit the rifle to be aimed and fired, all without having to detach the case from the rifle.

Abstract: A carrier assembly for transporting a compound bow with or without an associated side mounted arrow quiver, firearm, or the like. The carrier assembly includes a generally rigid, elongated base member having spaced, outwardly extending support structures. Elastic straps securely fasten the bow or firearm to the carrier assembly and provision is made for a quick connect/disconnect assembly. A pair of adjustable shoulder straps are disposed on the base member for receipt over a user's shoulders. Another elastic strap selectively secures the carrier assembly to a conventional, portable tree stand.

Abstract: A sling adapter is provided for use in combination with a flexible sling to carry a firearm having a stock, the sling adapter comprising an elongated, generally planar member having first and second ends and being commensurate in length with the longitudinal dimension of the butt end of the stock of the firearm; means at the first end of the elongated member for rotatably attaching the first end of the member to a flexible sling; means at the second end of the elongated member for releasably and rotatably attaching the second end of the member to the underside of the fixed stock; wherein the sling adapter is so constructed and arranged with respect to the butt end of the stock that the firearm can be carried in a substantially horizontal stable position while suspended from the shoulder of the bearer of the firearm in a position for firing.

Abstract: A protective covering device for rifles includes an integral fiber cloth sheet elastic nature shaped to fit the wooden portion of a rifle; each opposite longitudinal edge of the fiber sheet being applied with adhesive agent and sewn together to constitute a covering body with a single waterproof seam formed thereat; a fastening device longitudinally provided in an opening located in the middle of one side of the covering body; and a butt piece of soft material closely connected with the lower end of the covering body, so that the structure of the protective covering device provides effective protection for the wooden portions of a rifle.

Abstract: A gun sling in the nature of an elongated, flexible strap, worn over one shoulder of the user, has a front end portion which depends from the shoulder and is provided with a buttonhole for coupling with a stud mounted on the gun. A rear end portion of the strap extends downwardly at an angle from the shoulder along the back of the torso to a waistbelt worn by the user. A ring connected to the rear portion receives an S-clip which hooks over the waistbelt. Consequently, the shotgun in the carrying position is supported substantially by the strap yet may be easily and rapidly shifted to a firing position wherein the strap hangs in loose, non-binding relationship to the gun without detachment therefrom.

Abstract: A locking gun rack for vehicle mounting includes a slidable member for holding a latch member in locking position and a bolt lock for holding the slidable member in locked position and also includes slots for receiving the square shank of a carriage bolt which is threaded into a stationary member. The slot prevents rotation of the carriage bolt in the rack locked position and permits rotation of the carriage bolt in the rack unlocked condition. The latch member has a tongue extending through a slot in the slidable member and a lug engageable behind the slot in the locked condition.

Abstract: A gun rack adapted to be mounted in a vehicle having a rear seat, a floor, and spaced apart front seats, the gun rack being adapted to hold a weapon having a barrel and a stock, the gun rack comprising a base portion adapted to have the weapon fixedly secured thereto, the base portion being mounted on the floor of the vehicle such that, when the weapon is secured to the base portion, the weapon is held in a generally horizontal position along the floor of the vehicle between the front seats with the stock extending rearwardly of the front seats and with the barrel extending forwardly of the front seats.

Abstract: An assembly for fastening a sling to the front portion of a military rifle or other shoulder weapon in an orientation facilitating carrying such a weapon at the carrier's side in an upright orientation, with the longitudinal axis of the weapon generally horizontal. A main body includes a forked end which fits on a bayonet lug and a bored opposite end which can be attached in a sling swivel mounting position on the weapon. A rotatable pedestal holds a sling swivel on one side of the weapon, where it is rotatable and pivotable about different axes. A second sling swivel can also be installed to one form of the assembly in the conventional military orientation. The construction of the assembly can be integrated into the structure of a front sight assembly.

Abstract: A sling for guns which can also be used on other articles, the sling having a strap portion fastenable on both ends to the gun or article, with each end of the strap being doubled back and secured by a sliding type fastener. When used on a firearm the sling can be adjusted quickly for carrying the firearm in various positions and for steadying the firearm for accurate aiming. The adjustable features of the sling make it easily usable for different purposes, and many adjustments can be made without removing the strap from the article being carried.

Abstract: A gun rack is disclosed particularly adapted for mounting a shotgun within the passenger compartment of an automobile, positioned muzzle down alongside the driver's seat.The gun rack includes an elongated frame member supported at its rear by a pair of support legs, which are independently adjustable in length and angle, and each fastened to the floor in a lowered position to establish the muzzle down position of the mounted shotgun. Rotatably adjustable hinges at the ends of either leg and the forward end of the frame, together with the adjustability of the legs, enable mounting to the widely varying transmission tunnels and floor contours of different automotive models.The barrel of the shotgun is received in an element carried by the rack in a position above the forward end of the frame, which position is adjustable lengthwise to accommodate different shotgun barrel lengths.

Abstract: A sling assembly for carrying shoulder-fired weapons, particularly military rifles, in an upright horizontal ready position. A strap portion of the sling assembly extends rearwardly from a sling swivel on the bottom of the butt stock and then extends upwardly along the butt plate on the rear side of the butt stock, where it is retained detachably by a sleeve slidably disposed on the strap. The sleeve includes a portion of a detachable connector to hold the sleeve and strap against the butt plate, the other mating portion of the fastener being located on the butt end of the stock. The sleeve extends high enough relative to the butt stock so that raising the rifle to the user's shoulder separates the parts of the detachable connector, allowing the sleeve and strap portions of the sling assembly to fall clear of the butt end of the stock while the sling remains connected to the weapon by the sling swivel.

Abstract: A sling hook adapted for attachment to a long gun, such as a rifle, having a forend and a sling attached to the forend. The sling hook is adapted for attachment of the sling hook to the sling, such as a buckle and a hook portion connected to the buckle and adapted for formation of a sling loop around a forend arm of a shooter. The loop is formed by capture of the sling with the hook between the forend arm and the attachment position of the sling to the forend.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to a sling for a rifle, shotgun or the like which is formed of a web of material folded upon itself to define first, second and third web portions with the second web portion being sandwiched between the first and third web portions, the sling being so folded as to have first and second overfolded opposite ends each carrying a connector for connecting the sling to a rifle, shotgun or the like, the first web portion passing through a loop, a third overfolded end portion entraining the loop at a point between the first and second overfolded end portions, and the loop being connected to one end of the web whereby the first web portion can be drawn selectively in opposite directions through the loop to increase or decrease the overall length of the sling and after any such adjustment, the first web portion is frictionally gripped in the loop area by the frictional engagement between the first web end and the third overfolded end portion.

Abstract: An adapter for use with law enforcement motorcycles, conformed to be received between the saddlebag cage and the frame thereof, said adapter including a lock assembly sized to engage the lateral surfaces of a firearm to oppose any chambering movement therein. The adapter is generally shaped as a convolved sheet metal plate having at the rear end thereof a support for the handle portion of the firearm and at the forward end a mount for supporting the barrel. The alignment of the rear and forward mounts and the central lock assembly align the barrel of the firearm adjacently below the seat of the motorcycle. Thus the firearm is shielded from debris and damage by the seat and by virtue of the mounting thereof is secured against inadvertent chambering of a round in case of an accident.

Abstract: A sling swivel for removably attaching a sling of flat webbing or other strap material to a rifle or other firearm includes a loop member for receiving the webbing. The loop has a neck extending away from one side. A pivotable shaft carrying a movable link member extends through the neck and is spring-biased to urge the movable link toward the neck. A mounting pin is mounted on one end of the movable link member and is slidably receivable in a hole associated with the neck or a fixed link member. Moving the movable link from its normal position allows the mounting pin to be placed through an eye on a rifle, to attach the swivel to the rifle. The spring-biased pivotable shaft mounting pin is received within the hole. A stop extending from the neck, alongside the movable link, protects the movable link against being pushed away from the neck by an eye of a rifle on which the swivel may be mounted.

Abstract: A carrier strap for carrying a pair of skis of the type having toe bindings and heel bindings is disclosed comprising an endless loop member of flexible foldable material having a forward portion, a middle portion, and a rearward portion, a fastener at the forward portion to detachably fasten together the endless loop into a smaller loop to encircle the pair of skis in engagement with the forward end of the bindings, a fastener at the rearward portion to detachably fasten together the loop member to form a smaller loop encircling the rearward portion of the skis in engagement with the heel bindings, a plurality of strap segments secured to the loop member to detachably hold a pair of ski poles to the loop member and a handle grip formed by the middle portion of the loop member.

Abstract: A rust-preventive firearm receptacle comprising a water-vapor-impervious material cover defining a cavity, a vapor-phase anti-rust inhibitor insert with active vapor-phase anti-rust inhibitor, a soft interior, including a pocket attached to the interior for replaceably receiving the insert, and a tape device mounted about the perimeter of the receptacle to seal the interior cavity thereof from outside air. The invention is generally used by placing a chemical carrier insert into the cavity pocket such that when the firearm is carried within the sealed cavity of the receptacle, it is surrounded by the vapor-phase inhibitor emanating out of the insert. When inactive, the insert can be replaced.

Abstract: A protective covering device for .[.rifles.]. .Iadd.long barreled firearms .Iaddend.includes an integral fiber cloth sheet elastic nature shaped to fit the wooden portion of a rifle; each opposite longitudinal edge of the fiber sheet being applied with adhesive agent and sewn together to constitute a covering body with a single waterproof seam formed thereat; a fastening device longitudinally provided in an opening located in the middle of one side of the covering body; and a butt piece of soft material closely connected with the lower end of the covering body, so that the structure of the protective covering device provides effective protection for the wooden portions of .[.a rifle.]. .Iadd.said firearm.Iaddend..