Follower and methods for weapons magazine
US9429378B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 19, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23P15/22
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A follower for a firearm magazine is provided. In some embodiments, the follower has: a platform shaped to interface with a firearm cartridge; a first side face extending longitudinally from the platform and having a first end opposing the platform; and a second side face extending longitudinally from the platform and having a second end opposing the platform. The first side face and the second side face may define a receiving space for receiving at least a portion of a magazine spring. At least one of the first end and the second end may have a nonlinear profile shaped to translate a lateral spring force into a longitudinal spring force.
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