Shooting rests for supporting firearms
US9151561B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 3, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 3, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF41A23/16
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
One aspect of the invention is directed to shooting rests for supporting a firearm having a first portion and a second portion rearward of the first portion. In one embodiment, a shooting rest includes a frame, a front support for supporting the first portion of the firearm, a support member for carrying one or more weights, and a stop for inhibiting rearward movement of the firearm relative to the shooting rest. The front support is coupled to the frame, and the support member is positioned at least proximate to the frame. The stop includes a flexible portion and is also coupled to the frame.
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