Cane Adapter for Firearm with Integral Holster

Abstract

The disclosed device is a barrel and chamber blocking shaft or rod that acts as an extension of a pistol. The extension provides the additional function of forming a cane, the pistol becoming the handle of the cane, which the user can use as a walking aid. When used in accordance with design claimed herein, the cane allows for ease of use in that no hip holster is required and the rod or shaft can be removed with the use of only one hand.

Claims

1. A device to render a firearm safe, while allowing the firearm to serve as a handle for a walking cane for a user, the firearm including a barrel, a muzzle, and a chamber, the firearm having a length, the device comprising: a slideably removeable insertion section; the slidably removeable insertion section adapted to slide within the barrel and the chamber of the firearm; the slidably removeable insertion section sized to block both the barrel and the chamber of the firearm; a supporting section; the supporting section adapted to extend beyond the firearm by a supporting length equal to or greater than the length of the firearm; the slidably removeable insertion section and the supporting section joined at a load-bearing face; the load-bearing face adapted to rest against the muzzle of the firearm; a holster portion, the holster portion having an opening and a tip; the tip connected to the load-bearing face and the opening extending toward the slidably removable insertion section; the holster portion adapted to partially surround the firearm, thereby stabilizing the firearm; a cane tip; the cane tip affixed to the supporting section opposite the load-bearing face; a groove placed along the slidably removeable insertion section; and an o-ring within the groove; whereby friction of the o-ring against the barrel prevents the device from sliding out of the firearm during use; and wherein the slidably removable insertion section is entirely removable through the muzzle.

2. The device of claim 1, wherein the cane tip further comprises a stepping surface; the stepping surface being a substantially flat surface adapted to allow the user to place a foot on the stepping surface to hold the device in place while the firearm is removed.

3. The device of claim 1, further comprising: a groove placed along the slidably removeable insertion section; and an o-ring within the groove; whereby friction of the o-ring against the barrel prevents the device from sliding out of the firearm during use.

4. The device of claim 1, wherein the slidably removable insertion section and the supporting section are joined at a threaded connection, allowing the slidably removeably insertion section and the supporting section to be detached from each other.

5. A device to allow a user to use a firearm as a handle for a cane, the device comprising: a support body that removably affixes to the firearm by sliding through a muzzle into a firearm barrel; the support body extending a length of the firearm, thereby creating the cane; the support body including a support section and an insertion section; an integral holster, the integral holster extending outward from the support section, partially surrounding the insertion section; the insertion section of the support body blocking at least a portion of a chamber of the firearm, thereby preventing the firearm from being discharged; wherein the insertion section is removed only and fully through the muzzle.

6. The device of claim 5, further comprising: a groove placed around the insertion section; and an o-ring within the groove; whereby friction created by the o-ring against the firearm barrel prevents the device from inadvertently sliding out of the firearm during use.

7. The device of claim 5, further comprising: a cane tip; the cane tip at a lower end of the support body; the cane tip of a material softer than a material of the support body.

8. The device of claim 7, wherein the cane tip further comprises a stepping surface; the stepping surface being a substantially flat surface adapted to allow the user to place a foot on the stepping surface to hold the device in place while the firearm is removed.

9. The device of claim 5, wherein the insertion section and the support body are joined at a threaded connection, allowing the insertion section and support body to be detached from each other.

10. A device to adapt a firearm for use as a walking cane, the device comprising: an elongate body, the elongate body including a support section, an insertion section, the support section being larger in diameter than the insertion section creating a load-bearing face on the support section adjacent to the insertion section, and whereby the insertion section is slidably removably inserted into a barrel of the firearm; and an integral holster, the integral holster affixed to the load-bearing face and encompassing the insertion section so that when the elongate body is joined to the firearm, the barrel of the firearm rests within the integral holster.

11. The device of claim 10, further comprising: a groove located on the insertion section; and an o-ring within the groove; whereby friction between the o-ring and the barrel prevents the device from sliding out during use.

12. The device of claim 10, further comprising: a cane tip; the cane tip located on an opposite end of the elongate body from the insertion section; the cane tip of a semi-flexible material.

13. The device of claim 12, wherein the cane tip further comprises: a lip, the lip adapted to allow a user to step on and secure the elongate body while the firearm is separated from the insertion section.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] The invention can be best understood by those having ordinary skill in the art by reference to the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:

[0023] FIG. 1 illustrates a view of a first embodiment with the device installed.

[0024] FIG. 2 illustrates a view of a second embodiment with the device installed.

[0025] FIG. 3 illustrates a view of a second embodiment with the device installed on the firearm with the holster portion dashed out.

[0026] FIG. 4 illustrates a view of the first embodiment with the device removed from the firearm.

[0027] FIG. 5 illustrates a view of the second embodiment of the device removed from the firearm.

[0028] FIG. 6 illustrates a close-up view of the upper section of the first embodiment.

[0029] FIG. 7 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a firearm.

[0030] FIG. 8 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a firearm with the device installed.

[0031] FIG. 9 illustrates a view of a cane tip with optional stepping surface.

[0032] FIG. 10 illustrates a view of the first embodiment of the device in use.

[0033] FIG. 11 illustrates a view of a second embodiment of the device in use.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] Reference will now be made in detail to the presently preferred embodiments of the invention, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Throughout the following detailed description, the same reference numerals refer to the same elements in all figures.

[0035] Referring to FIG. 1, a view of a first embodiment with the device installed in the firearm is shown.

[0036] The cane adapter for firearm 1 is shown inserted into a firearm 30. The supporting section 16 is shown with cane tip 18. The upper end of supporting section 16 connects to the insertion section 12 (inside the barrel) and the insertion section 12 has a smaller diameter, thus forming the load-bearing face 14 (not shown) that rests against the muzzle 34 of the barrel 32.

[0037] The grip 38 of the firearm 30 is where the user applies a load.

[0038] As shown in FIG. 1, the length of the supporting section 16 is multiple times the length of the firearm 30. For example, in FIG. 1 the supporting section 16 is approximately 150% of the length of the firearm 30, or 1.5 times its length.

[0039] The preferred length of the supporting section 16 will depend on the height of the user and the length of the firearm 30. Taller users, and shorter firearms 30, will require longer supporting sections. As with a traditional cane, the length must be accustomed to the height of the user for proper fit.

[0040] Referring to FIG. 2, a view of a second embodiment with the device installed in the firearm is shown.

[0041] The second embodiment of the device includes a holster portion 11. The holster portion 11 extends outward from the supporting section 16 toward the grip 38 of the firearm 30. The holster portion 11 increases the stability to the firearm 30 with respect to the insertion portion 12.

[0042] Optionally, the holster portion 11 may extend past a trigger 31 of a firearm 30 to protect a user from accidentally squeezing the trigger 31.

[0043] Referring to FIG. 3, a view of the second embodiment of the device is shown with the holster portion dashed out.

[0044] The firearm 30 is shown fully engaged with the insertion portion 12. With the muzzle 34 against the load-bearing face 14, the barrel 32 is secured within an internal cavity 13 of the holster portion 11.

[0045] Referring to FIG. 4, a view of the first embodiment with the device removed from the firearm is shown. The insertion section 12 is shown separated from the supporting section 16 by a load-bearing face 14.

[0046] Within the insertion section 12 is the optional groove 20 and o-ring 22.

[0047] Firearm 30 is also shown, with barrel 32, muzzle 34, cylinder 40, and grip 38.

[0048] Referring to FIG. 5, a view of the second embodiment removed from the firearm is shown. The holster portion 11 is shown connected to the support section 16 at the load-bearing face 14. And the insertion section 12 extends outward from the load-bearing face 14 through an internal cavity 13 of the holster portion 11.

[0049] Referring to FIG. 6, a close-up view of the upper section of the first embodiment is shown. The load-bearing face 14 is more easily seen in this figure. As discussed above, the load-bearing face 14 need not be formed by an increase in diameter, but in alternative embodiments is a ring or ledge against which the muzzle may rest.

[0050] The cane adapter for firearm 1 is shown with a circular cross-section. But other cross-sections are equally useful, such as square, rectangular, triangular, hexagonal, and so forth. Moreover, the cross section may be ornamented according to the personal taste of the user.

[0051] The cross-section may be solid or hollow.

[0052] Groove 20 with inserted o-ring 22 is also shown.

[0053] Referring to FIG. 7, a cross-sectional view of a firearm is shown. The barrel 32 and chamber 36 are shown, which the cane adapter for firearm 1 will fill when inserted into the firearm 30.

[0054] Referring to FIG. 8, a cross-sectional view of a firearm with the device installed is shown. The insertion section 12 fills the barrel 32, and substantially fills the chamber 36. As a result of the insertion section 12 the firearm 30 is safe, with no round loaded into the chamber 36, and the user unable to load a round until the cane adapter for firearm 1 is removed.

[0055] Note that the insertion section 12 does not rest against the rear wall of the chamber 36. The rear wall of the chamber, and the associated firing mechanism, are not intended to be weight bearing.

[0056] Rather, a gap 37 is maintained beyond the end of the insertion section 12.

[0057] The cylinder 40 cannot rotate a new round into place with the cane adapter for firearm 1 blocking rotating.

[0058] Referring to FIG. 9, a view of a cane tip with optional stepping surface is shown.

[0059] The end of supporting section 16 is terminated using a cane tip 18 that contacts the ground during use. The cane tip 18 optionally includes a stepping surface 26. The stepping surface 26 provides a stable location for a user to place his foot, holding down the cane adapter for firearm 1, allowing the firearm 30 to be pulled up and away from the device.

[0060] Referring to FIG. 10, a view of the first embodiment of the device in use is shown.

[0061] The user's hand is wrapped around the grip 38 of the firearm, applying a load to stabilize the user and aid in walking.

[0062] Referring to FIG. 11, a view of the second embodiment of the device in use is shown.

[0063] The user's hand is wrapped around the grip 38 of the firearm, applying a load to stabilize the user and aid in walking. The holster portion 11 extends outward from the load-bearing face 14 toward the user's hand. Optionally, the holster portion 11 may be long enough to block the user's hand from contacting the trigger 31.

[0064] Equivalent elements can be substituted for the ones set forth above such that they perform in substantially the same manner in substantially the same way for achieving substantially the same result.

[0065] It is believed that the system and method as described and many of its attendant advantages will be understood by the foregoing description. It is also believed that it will be apparent that various changes may be made in the form, construction and arrangement of the components thereof without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention or without sacrificing all of its material advantages. The form herein before described being merely exemplary and explanatory embodiment thereof. It is the intention of the following claims to encompass and include such changes.