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Free floating handguard anchoring system

US12135186B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 11, 2023
Grant dateNov 5, 2024
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Expiry dateJul 11, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF41G11/003
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Handguard anchoring systems suitable for attaching a handguard to a firearm are disclosed, including systems having a fastener that extends into a barrel nut and compresses at least a portion of the handguard between the fastener and the barrel nut. Many embodiments include openings in the handguard and/or a plate that are oversized for the fastener such that the handguard may be rotated relative to the barrel nut when a portion of the fastener is positioned within the opening.

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