Vista Outdoor. has been granted a patent for a handgun holster featuring a unique lever mechanism with a thumb button for engagement and disengagement. The design includes a lockout element to prevent unintended movement, enhancing security and usability for firearm storage. GlobalData’s report on Vista Outdoor gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Handgun holster with locking lever mechanism
The patent US12044503B2 describes a holster designed for handguns, featuring a unique structure that enhances both security and usability. The holster comprises a body with opposing sidewalls, a front wall, and a rear wall, which together define a cavity for receiving the handgun. This cavity includes specific sections for the frame/slide and the trigger guard. A pivotal lever, equipped with a thumb button and a handgun engagement portion, allows users to switch between engaged and disengaged positions. The lever's design includes a locking projection that secures the handgun in place, while an arcuate spring mechanism, positioned below the trigger guard, provides additional retention force when compressed.
Further details of the holster's design include the use of a retention screw to secure the spring mechanism, ensuring stability and reliability. The lever is biased towards the engaged position, enhancing the holster's security. Additionally, the locking projection features a ramp surface that facilitates the insertion of the handgun, allowing the lever to automatically pivot to the engaged position once the handgun is fully inserted. The holster also incorporates a lockout element that can be rotated into a locked position, preventing accidental disengagement of the lever. Overall, this innovative design aims to improve the safety and accessibility of handgun storage.
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