Adjustable arrow insert assembly and method of use
US8480520B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 11, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49948
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An insert assembly for an arrow that includes a sleeve and a nut which can selectively secure an arrowhead in a desired rotational position on an arrowshaft wherein the arrowhead has a threaded stem that is fixed relative to the arrowhead. The sleeve is secured at the fore end of the arrowshaft and the nut is positioned at the aft end of the sleeve. The threaded stem is inserted through the sleeve and secured to the nut. In one embodiment, the nut is engaged with a tool inserted through the aft end of the arrowshaft to secure the nut with the arrowhead. In another embodiment, the sleeve includes axially extending crimp arms extending rearwardly from the sleeve to axially capture the nut.
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