PRIMER HOLDER DEVICE AND ASSEMBLY

Abstract

A scope assembly. There is: a firearm scope including a scope neck; a scope wrap, disposed along the scope neck and removably coupled to the scope neck; a first coupling strap, coupled to the scope wrap, and removably coupled to the scope neck; and a plurality of pockets shaped and sized to hold primers, disposed along the scope wrap and coupled to the scope wrap.

Claims

1 A scope assembly, comprising: a. a firearm scope, including a scope neck; b. a scope wrap, disposed along the scope neck and removably coupled to the scope neck; c. a first coupling strap, coupled to the scope wrap, and removably coupled to the scope neck; and d. a plurality of pockets shaped and sized to hold primers, disposed along the scope wrap and coupled to the scope wrap.

2. The scope assembly of claim 1, wherein the first coupling strap is disposed near a first end of the scope wrap.

3. The scope assembly of claim 2, further comprising a second coupling strap, disposed near a second end of the scope wrap opposite the first coupling strap and spaced from the first coupling strap by the pockets, coupled to the scope wrap, and removably coupled to the scope neck.

4. The scope assembly of claim 3, wherein the coupling, straps are zip ties.

5. The scope assembly of claim 4, wherein the pockets are cups, and wherein the cups are coupled to the scope wrap and extend outwardly therefrom orthogonal to a length of the scope neck.

6. The scope assembly of claim 5, wherein the primer pockets include ovoid, non-circular, openings.

7. The scope assembly of claim 6, wherein the primer pockets are in a single array with spacing between the pockets; and wherein the wrap further comprises a first ridged lip disposed at the first end and exterior to the first coupling strap, and a second ridged lip disposed at the second end and exterior to the second coupling strap.

8. The scope assembly of claim 7, wherein the wrap and the pockets are a single molded piece.

9. A primer holder kit, consisting of: a. a scope wrap; b. one or more coupling straps, removably coupleable to the scope wrap; and c. an array of primer pockets, disposed along the scope wrap and coupled to the scope wrap.

10. The primer holder kit of claim 9, wherein the primer pockets are disposed in a single array along the scope wrap.

11. The primer holder kit of claim 10, wherein the coupling straps are zip ties.

12. The primer holder kit of claim 11, further comprising a primer, wherein primer is disposed within one of the primer pockets.

13. The primer holder kit of claim 12 wherein the primer pockets are cups, and wherein the cups are coupled to the scope wrap and emend outwardly therefrom orthogonal to a length of the scope neck.

14. The primer holder kit of claim 13, wherein the primer pockets include oblong openings.

15. The primer bolder kit of claim 14, wherein the wrap includes a first ridge disposed at the first end and a second ridge disposed at the second end; and wherein the pockets are a single array with pocket spacing disposed between the pockets.

16. The primer holder kit of claim 15, wherein the wrap and the pockets are a single body of material.

17. A primer holder device for a scope neck of a firearm comprising: a. a scope wrap, disposed along the scope neck and removably coupled to the scope neck; b. a first coupling strap, disposed near a first end of the scope wrap, coupled to the scope wrap, and removably coupleable to a scope neck; c. a second coupling strap, disposed near a second end of the scope wrap opposite the first coupling strap, coupled to the scope wrap, and removably coupleable to a scope neck; and d. a plurality of primer pockets, disposed along the scope wrap and coupled to the scope wrap.

18. The primer holder device of claim 17, wherein the first and second coupling straps are zip ties.

19. The primer holder device of claim 17, wherein the first and second coupling straps include hook and loop for coupling the scope wrap about a scope neck.

20. The primer bolder device of claim 17, wherein the scope wrap and the primer pockets are comprised of a single continuous piece.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] In order for the advantages of the invention to be readily understood, a more particular description of the invention briefly described above will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments that are illustrated in the appended drawing(s). It is noted that the drawings of the invention are not to scale. The drawings are mere schematics representations, not intended to portray specific parameters of the invention. Understanding that these drawing(s) depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are not, therefore, to be considered to be limiting its scope, the invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail through the use of the accompanying, drawing(s), in which:

[0027] FIG. 1 is a side elevational view of a firearm having a scope assembly with a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention;

[0028] FIG. 2 is a partial side elevational view of a firearm having a scope assembly with a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention;

[0029] FIG. 3 is a partial rear perspective view of a scope assembly with a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention;

[0030] FIG. 4 is a partial side devotional view of a scope assembly with a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention;

[0031] FIG. 5 is a partial top plan view of a scope assembly having a primer holder device showing a scope wrap, according to one embodiment of the invention;

[0032] FIG. 6 is a tear perspective view of a primer holder kit showing a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention;

[0033] FIG. 7 is a side cross-sectional view of a scope wrap in a flat/pre-installation mode showing primer pockets, according to one embodiment of the invention;

[0034] FIG. 8 is an exploded rear perspective view of a primer holder kit showing a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0035] For the purposes of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the exemplary embodiments illustrated in the drawing(s), and specific language will be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is thereby intended. Any alterations and further modifications of the inventive features illustrated herein, and any additional applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated herein, which would occur to one skilled in the relevant art and having possession of this disclosure, are to be considered within the scope of the invention.

[0036] Reference throughout this specification to an “embodiment,” an “example” or similar language means that a particular feature, structure, characteristic, or combinations thereof described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Thus, appearances of the phrases an “embodiment,” an “example,” and similar language throughout this specification may, but do not necessarily, all refer to the same embodiment, to different embodiments, or to one or more of the figures. Additionally, reference to the wording “embodiment,” “example” or the like, for two or more features, elements, etc. does not mean that the features are necessarily related, dissimilar, the same, etc.

[0037] Each statement of an embodiment, or example, is to be considered independent of any other statement of an embodiment despite any use of similar or identical language characterizing each embodiment. Therefore, where one embodiment is identified as “another embodiment,” the identified embodiment is independent of any other embodiments characterized by the language “another embodiment.” The features, functions, and the like described herein are considered to be able to be combined in whole or in part one with another as the claims and/or art may direct, either directly or indirectly, implicitly or explicitly.

[0038] As used herein, “comprising” “containing,” “is,” “are,” “characterized by,” and grammatical equivalents thereof are inclusive or open-ended terms that do not exclude additional unrecited elements or method steps. “Comprising” is to be interpreted as including the more restrictive terms “consisting of” and “consisting essentially of.”

[0039] FIG. 1 is a side elevational view of a firearm having a scope assembly with a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention. There is shown a firearm scope 100 coupled to a firearm 101. The firearm scope 100 includes a scope neck 102. A scope wrap 104 is removably coupled to, and disposed along, the scope neck 102.

[0040] The illustrated firearm 101 may be a muzzleloader or any firearm such that a projectile and usually a propellant charge is loaded from the muzzle of the gun. The firearm 101 may be any muzzle-loaded small arm or artillery piece that has a rifled barrel rather than a smooth bore, The firearm 101 may be an in-line muzzle-loading rifle.

[0041] As shown, the firearm scope 100 is coupled to the firearm 101. Scopes 100 are often coupled to firearms 101 to provide an optical sighting device. Scopes 100 enable one to place a more precise shot on a target by aligning and magnifying the target.

[0042] The illustrated scope wrap 104 is coupled about the scope neck 102. The scope wrap 104 couples a plurality of primers about the scope 100 and allows for easy storage and retrieval of primers at a location that is conveniently very close to the point of use. The scope wrap 104 may be a strip (e.g. silicone, fabric, metal) with coupling structures (e.g. snaps, buttons, clips, hook-and-loop patches, contact adhesive patches, ties, clasps, hooks) that allow one to wrap the scope wrap 104 about the scope neck 102 thereby placing primers in a conveniently close location. The scope wrap 104 may be formed as a clip that clips onto the scope neck 102.

[0043] In operation of one embodiment of the invention, a scope is coupled to a firearm. A scope wrap is coupled to a scope neck of a scope. A propellant charge, or primer, is stored within the scope wrap. The primer is removed from the scope wrap for use with firing the firearm. Advantageously, the scope wrap provides easy primer access very near the point of use, thereby reducing hand movements required to retrieve a primer and utilize that same primer while operating the firearm.

[0044] FIG. 2 is a partial side elevational view of a firearm having a scope assembly with a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention. There is shown a firearm 101. A firearm scope 100 is coupled to the firearm 101. The firearm scope 100 has a scope neck 102. A scope wrap 104 is disposed around the scope neck 102. The scope wrap 104 is removably coupled to the scope neck 102.

[0045] As shown, the firearm scope 100 includes a scope wrap 104 removably coupled to a scope neck 102 of the firearm scope 100. The scope wrap 104 is removably coupled to the scope neck 102 so that it may be added to, or removed from the scope 100. The scope wrap 104 may be removably coupled to the scope neck 102 through a variety of coupling mechanisms, such as, but not limited to: ties, straps, magnets, hook and loop, adhesives, snaps and so on.

[0046] The illustrated scope wrap 104 wraps around the scope neck 102. The wrap 104 covers a portion of the scope neck 102, such as a wrapper or wrapping. The wrap 104 may be comprised of a flexible material that stretches around the scope neck 102. Alternatively, the wrap 104 may be comprised of a rigid material and molded to form to the scope neck 102. Accordingly, the scope wrap 104 may be comprised of a variety of materials such as, but not limited to: plastic, rubber, metal, and various textiles.

[0047] FIG. 3 is a partial rear perspective view of a scope assembly with a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention. There is shown a firearm scope 100. The firearm scope 100 includes a scope neck 102. A scope wrap 104 is disposed along the scope neck 102 and removably coupled to the scope neck 102. A first coupling strap 106 is coupled to the scope wrap 104, and removably coupled to the scope neck 102. A plurality of pockets 10$ are disposed along the scope wrap 104, and are coupled to the scope wrap 104. In addition, the first coupling strap 106 is disposed near a first end 110 of the scope wrap 104. A second coupling strap 112 is disposed near a second end 114 of the scope wrap 104, opposite the first coupling strap 106. Like the first coupling strap 106, the second coupling strap 112 is coupled to the scope wrap 104 and removably coupled to the scope neck 102. The second coupling strap 112 is spaced from the first coupling strap 106 by the pockets 108. The pockets 108 include openings 116.

[0048] The illustrated scope wrap 104 is coupled to the scope neck 102 of the firearm scope 100. The scope wrap 104 may be coupled to any portion of a firearm for providing primers to the firearm. The scope wrap 104 wraps around a portion of the scope neck 102. The scope wrap 104 may be a flexible material that bends around the scope neck 102, or the scope wrap 104 may be a rigid material that is constructed with a curvature formed to the scope neck 102. The scope wrap 104 is coupled to the scope neck 102 by a first coupling strap 106 and a second coupling strap 112.

[0049] As shown, the first coupling strap 106 is disposed near a first end of the scope wrap 104, and the second coupling strap 112 is disposed near a second end 114 of the scope wrap 104 opposite the first coupling strap 106. The coupling straps, 106 and 112, respectively, are shown disposed longitudinally along the scope wrap 104. In addition, the coupling straps 106 and 112 wrap around the scope neck 102. The coupling straps 106 and 112 serve to removably couple the scope wrap 104 to the scope neck 102. Accordingly, the scope wrap 104 may be removed from the scope neck 102 by removing the coupling straps 106 and 112 from the scope neck 102. The coupling straps 106 and 112 may be removed from the scope neck 102 by unfastening them from the scope neck 102. For instance, the coupling straps 106 and 112 may be removed from the scope neck by pulling, twisting, cutting, and so on.

[0050] The illustrated coupling strap 106, as well as coupling strap 112, may couple to itself and thereby wrap about the scope neck 102 and also to detach therefrom. The illustrated coupling straps 106 and 112 are zip ties. However, other and/or additional coupling devices for the straps 106 and 112 may be used, such as but not limited to hook-and-hook patches, contact adhesive patches, clips, snaps, hooks, buttons, ties, and the like and combinations thereof. The coupling straps 106 and 112 may be belts.

[0051] The illustrated plurality of pockets 108 couples a plurality of primers about the scope neck 102 and allows for easy storage and retrieval of primers at a location that is conveniently very close to the point of use. As shown, four pockets 108 are disposed along the scope wrap 104, However, any number of pockets 108 may be disposed along the scope wrap 104, such as one, two, or five, for example.

[0052] The illustrated pockets 108 are shaped and sized to hold primers such as, but not limited to 209 or 209a primers. For instance, in one non-limiting embodiment, the pockets 108 may be cups that are coupled to the scope wrap 104 and extend outwardly therefrom orthogonal to a length of the scope neck 102. In another non-limiting embodiment, the pockets 108 may be ovoid, non-circular openings 116. In a further non-limiting embodiment, the scope wrap 104 and the pockets 108 may be a single body of material.

[0053] In operation of one embodiment of the invention, primer is placed in the pockets of the scope wrap. The scope wrap is wrapped around the scope neck of the firearm scope and secured to the scope neck with coupling straps. Primer is removed from the pockets for use with firing the firearm.

[0054] FIG. 4 is a partial side elevational view of a scope assembly with a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention. There is shown a firearm scope 100 with a scope neck 102. A scope wrap 104 is disposed about the scope neck 102. The scope wrap 104 is removably coupled to the scope neck 102 by a first coupling strap 106 and a second coupling strap 112. The first coupling strap 106 is disposed near a first end 110 of the scope wrap 104, and the second coupling strap 112 is disposed near a second end 114 of the scope wrap 104 opposite the first end 110. Also illustrated, the first end 110 includes a first ridged lip 200, and the second end 114 includes a second ridged lip 202. A plurality of pockets 108 are disposed between the coupling straps 106 and 112, respectively. The plurality of pockets 108 include openings 116.

[0055] As shown, the first ridged lip 200 is disposed at the first end 110 and exterior to the first coupling strap 106, and the second ridged lip 202 is disposed at the second end 114 and exterior to the second coupling strap 112. Accordingly, the first and second ridged lips, 200 and 202, respectively, form a ridge to hold the first and second coupling straps, 106 and 112, respectively, in place. The ridged lips 200 and 202 may be any elevation, protrusion, texturing, etc. that enable the scope wrap 104 to grip and/or hold the coupling straps 106 and 112, and prevent them from sliding off of the first and second ends, 110 and 114, respectively.

[0056] FIG. 5 is a partial top plan view of a scope assembly having a primer holder device showing a scope wrap, according to one embodiment of the invention. There is shown a firearm scope 100 with a scope neck 102. A scope wrap 104 is disposed about the scope neck 102. The scope wrap 104 is removably coupled to the scope neck 102 by a first coupling strap 106 and a second coupling strap 112. The first coupling strap 106 is disposed near a first end 110 of the scope wrap 104, and the second coupling strap 112 is disposed near a second end 114 of the scope wrap 104, opposite the first end 110. Additionally, the first end 110 includes a first ridged lip 200, and the second end 114 includes a second ridged lip 202. A plurality of pockets 108 are disposed between the coupling straps 106 and 112, respectively. The plurality of pockets 108 include openings 116.

[0057] The illustrated the plurality of pockets 108 includes openings 116. The openings 116 are sized and shaped to store primer. The openings 116 may be round or non-circular. The openings 116 may store primer by tension/friction-fit. In another non-limiting embodiment, the openings 116 may store primer by magnetization via a small magnetic body disposed in an interior of the pocket and/or adjacent thereto.

[0058] FIG. 6 is a rear perspective view of a primer holder kit showing a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention. There is shown a scope wrap 104 that is of a flexible material (e.g. silicone, rubber, plastic) so that it may be wrapped about a scope barrel. Alternatively, the scope wrap 104 may be attached directly to the firearm. The illustrated wrap is a single formed piece shaped as illustrated which may be produced via injection molding and/or other molding techniques. Accordingly, as the wrap is bent, folded, wrapped, etc. the parts thereof elastically deform to the desired configuration, generally into an arc mating with an exterior of a scope barrel. Accordingly, the wrap may be coupled about scope barrels of varying sizes/shapes without requiring multiple product SKUs tri match up with varying firearm accessories. The illustrated scope wrap also includes a plurality of pockets 108 with openings 116. The scope wrap 104 also includes a first end 110 disposed opposite a second end 114. A first ridged lip 200 is disposed along the first end 110, and a second ridged lip 202 is disposed along the second end 114. The kit also includes a first coupling strap 106 for removably coupling near the first end 110 and first ridged lip 200, and a second coupling strap 112 for removably coupled near the second end 114 and second ridged lip 202. In addition, primer 400 may be disposed through the openings 116 and stored within the plurality of pockets 108.

[0059] As shown, the plurality of pockets 108 are disposed in an array. The plurality of pockets 108 are disposed in a single line. However, the pockets 108 may have any orientation along the scope wrap 104. For instance, the pockets 108 may be disposed in a circle, a grid, or an arc. In one non-limiting embodiment, the pockets 108 may include oblong openings 116.

[0060] The plurality pockets 108 allow for storage of primer 400 within the pockets 108. Accordingly, primer 400 may be removably and/or slidably coupled to the pockets 108. The primer 400 may be coupled to the pockets through a variety of mechanisms such as, but not limited to: tension/friction-fit, snap-fit, adhesives, magnets, and tongue and groove.

[0061] The primer 400 may be any chemical and/or device responsible for initiating the propellant combustion that will push projectiles out of the firearm barrel. The primer 400 may be such as a 209 muzzleloader primer. For example, in a non-limiting embodiment, the primer 400 may be a Federal #209 Muzzleloader Primer, by Federal Premium Ammunition, of 900 Bob Ehlen Dr., Anoka, Minn. 55303.

[0062] FIG. 7 is a side cross-sectional view of a scope wrap in a flat/pre-installation mode showing primer pockets, according to one embodiment of the invention. There is shown a scope wrap 104. A first coupling strap 106 is removably coupled to the scope wrap 104. The scope wrap 104 includes a plurality of pockets 108 disposed along the scope wrap 104. Primer 400 is disposed within the plurality of pockets 108. Accordingly, upon installation, the scope wrap 104 may be coupled to a scope. Alternatively, the scope wrap 104 may be coupled directly to a firearm, such as a firearm barrel.

[0063] The illustrated scope wrap 104 includes a coupling strap 106. In one non-limiting embodiment, the coupling strap 106 may be a zip tie. The coupling strap 106 may couple the scope wrap 104 to a scope through a variety of coupling mechanisms such as, but not limited to: snaps, hook and loop, ties, and adhesives. The coupling strap 106 may have any size and/or shape for coupling the scope wrap to a scope.

[0064] As shown, the pockets 108 are cups that couple to the scope wrap 104 and extend outwardly therefrom. The pockets 108 may be cup-shaped so that they are concave and/or form a basin for supporting and/or securing primer. In one non-limiting embodiment, the wrap 104 and the pockets 108 may be a single molded piece.

[0065] FIG. 8 is an exploded rear perspective view of a primer holder kit showing a primer holder device, according to one embodiment of the invention. There is shown a scope wrap 104. The scope wrap 104 incudes a plurality of pockets 108 with openings 116. Primer 400 may be disposed in the openings 116. The scope wrap 104 also includes a first end 110. A first coupling strap 106 may be disposed near the first end 110 of the scope wrap 104.

[0066] As shown, the scope wrap 104 includes a coupling strap 106. In one non-limiting embodiment, the coupling strap 106 may be hook and loop. The illustrated scope wrap 104 includes a single coupling strap 106. The scope wrap 104 may include any number of coupling straps 106 such as, but not limited to: one, two, three, four, and five. The coupling straps 106 may be used to couple the scope wrap 104 to a scope, or other component of a firearm, such as the stock, barrel, etc.

[0067] It is understood that the above-described embodiments are only illustrative of the application of the principles of the present invention. The present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. The described embodiment is to be considered in all respects only as illustrative and not restrictive. The scope of the invention is, therefore, indicated by the appended claims rather than by the foregoing description. All changes which come within the meaning and range of equivalency of the claims are to be embraced within their scope.

[0068] For example, although the figures illustrate pockets in an array, it is understood that the pockets may have any placement or orientation on the scope wrap. Additionally, although the figures illustrate cup-shaped pockets, it is envisioned that the pockets may have any size and/or shape for carrying, supporting and/or securing primer to the scope wrap. For instance, in one non-limiting embodiment, the pockets may be sewn into the scope wrap.

[0069] It is also envisioned that the coupling straps may have any orientation for securing the scope wrap. For example, a single coupling strap may be disposed down a middle of the scope wrap. Likewise, the coupling straps may couple to an end of the scope wrap and extend outwardly therefrom. Moreover, the coupling straps may be disposed longitudinally, and/or transversely, to a horizontal axis of the scope wrap.

[0070] It is expected that there could be numerous variations of the design of this invention. An example is that the scope wrap may have any size and/or shape such as, but not limited to: rectangular, square or circular. Similarly, the scope wrap may have any number of pockets such as, but not limited to: one, two, four and six. Additionally, the scope wrap may be sized and/or shaped to couple to the scope or any other part or piece of a firearm, such as a barrel.

[0071] Finally, it is envisioned that the components of the device may be constructed of a variety of materials such as, but not limited to: plastic, rubber, polymers, metal and textiles.

[0072] Thus, while the present invention has been fully described above with particularity and detail in connection with what is presently deemed to be the most practical and preferred embodiment of the invention, it will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that numerous modifications, including, but not limited to, variations in size, materials, shape, form, function and manner of operation, assembly and use may be made, without departing from the principles and concepts of the invention as set forth in the claims. Further, it is contemplated that an embodiment may be limited to consist of or to consist essentially of one or more of the features, functions, structures, methods described herein.