Gun Lock
Patent Number: US 11512915 Grant Date: 2022-11-29 Filing Date: 2021-07-02
Overview
Filed on July 2, 2021 and granted on November 29, 2022, this patent protects a mechanically robust gun-lock system designed to improve firearm safety and theft deterrence. Inventors based in Plainview, TX conceived a modular assembly that combines a protective lock shell, a tongue and buckle receiver, and an internally actuated release assembly. The lock shell isolates the buckle receiver and tongue inside a guarded cavity, preventing conventional access to the release button. Authorized unlocking is achieved by a lock‑controlled button‑pressing extension inside the cavity—implemented as rotating, sliding (drawer), keyed, or combination mechanisms—so the system resists tampering while allowing straightforward authorized release. Multiple attachment embodiments show technical depth: buttstock anchors, bolt‑on pivots, wrap and drill brackets, ratcheting straps, and vehicle receiver integration enable retrofit to firearms and car-seat or extra‑receiver installations. The specification captures dimensional relations (slot and tongue clearances), internal actuation mechanics, and tamper‑resistant details such as slot guards and tamper‑proof bolts, reflecting careful claim drafting to cover practical use cases and aftermarket installations.
Key Features
- Lock shell with guarded tongue slot and internal cavity that blocks unauthorized access
- Lock‑controlled button‑pressing extension (rotational or sliding) with keyed or combination options
- Multiple firearm attachment options: buttstock anchor, wrap, ratcheting strap, bolt‑on, and wrap-and-drill bracket
- Designed for retrofit to OEM or extra vehicle receivers; includes tamper‑proof fastening
This patent exemplifies focused mechanical drafting that balances manufacturability and claim breadth. The invention strengthens firearm safety protocols and offers a versatile platform for anti‑theft integrations across personal and vehicle applications.
Invention Details
Abstract: A gun lock system for securing a portion of a firearm for safety and theft-deterence. wherein: the gun lock system comprises a tongue, a lock shell, and a release assembly. The lock shell comprises a width, a height, a depth, a front side, a back side, a top side, a first side, a second side and a bottom end. The lock shell further comprises a tongue slot configured to selectively receive a portion of the tongue. The tongue comprises a tongue width and a tongue depth. The tongue slot comprises a slot width and a slot depth. The tongue comprises a first end and a second end.
Summary of the Invention: A gun lock system for securing a portion of a firearm for safety and theft-deterence. wherein: said gun lock system comprises a tongue, a lock shell, and a release assembly. Said lock shell comprises a width, a height, a depth, a front side, a back side, a top side, a first side, a second side and a bottom end. Said lock shell further comprises a tongue slot configured to selectively receive a portion of said tongue. Said tongue comprises a tongue width and a tongue depth. Said tongue slot comprises a slot width and a slot depth. Said tongue comprises a first end and a second end. Said first end of said tongue is configured to selectively mate with a buckle receiver. Said bottom end of said lock shell comprises a bottom opening exposing a cavity within said lock shell. Said buckle receiver comprises a tongue receiver slot, a release button and a head portion. Said lock shell is configured to receive a portion of said head portion of said buckle receiver. with a portion of said head portion inside of said lock shell, said tongue slot of said lock shell is aligned with a portion of said tongue receiver slot of said buckle receiver. Said slot width and said slot depth are larger than said tongue width and said tongue depth to allow a portion of said first end to pass into a portion of said lock shell. Said release assembly is configured to selectively release said tongue from said buckle receiver within said lock shell. Said lock shell is configured to prevent release of said tongue from said buckle receiver without use of said release assembly. Said second end of said tongue is configured to attach to said firearm. Said lock shell 100 comprises a top surface comprising said tongue slot. Said tongue slot comprises a slot guard which comprises a raised portion of said top surface having said slot width, said slot depth, and a slot height. Said second end of said tongue is attached to said firearm with a buttstock anchor.
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