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Quick release connector for firearm cleaning kit and method for using the same

US8448370B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 1, 2010
Grant dateMay 28, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 21, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF41A29/02
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of the application can include a cleaning kit for a firearm and methods for using the same. Embodiments of a cleaning kit can include an elongated (e.g., flexible) shaft and different cleaning tips releasably attachable to and detachable from the shaft. First and second universal couplings can be respectively attached to ends of the shaft and cleaning tips to releasably attach the cleaning tips to the shaft. An adapter can have the first or second universal coupling on a first end and a retrofit coupler (e.g., internal or external threaded bore) on the second opposite end.

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