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Firearm locking system and firearm locking kit containing components of systemRelated Patent Categories: Firearms, Safety Mechanism, Firearm LockFirearm locking system and firearm locking kit containing components of system description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060288625, Firearm locking system and firearm locking kit containing components of system. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates to firearm locking systems, and, in particular, to a firearm locking system for reliably and securely locking a wide variety of firearms and their components whereby they can be viewed, handled and moved while in their locked condition, and, further, to a kit for containing equipment used in accordance with the firearm locking system. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Most firearm owners are familiar with the numerous benefits of locking their firearms when not in use. Unfortunately, currently available locking options generally achieve safety at the expense of aesthetics and/or freedom of movement--that is, to safely lock firearms one must place them in a condition wherein the ability to move, handle and/or view the firearms are significantly restricted. This is undesirable under many circumstances, but is especially problematic in a retail store or tradeshow environment, where it is often necessary to maintain firearms in a locked condition, yet also imperative that people be able to appreciate the locked firearms. [0003] Current firearm locking options also suffer from various other related drawbacks. Most notably, known firearm locking devices generally are not adapted to effectively lock different firearms having varying sizes, shapes, actions and/or calibers, let alone to do so without severely compromising the ability to view, handle and move the firearms. Moreover, such devices often do not allow one to see through the sights of a locked firearm, thus inhibiting a potential buyer or firearm enthusiast from assessing the firearm. Also, many currently available locking options cannot effectively lock both a firearm and its detachable components. This is a particular problem because such components (e.g., sniper rifle optics) can be targets for theft while firearms are on display. [0004] Therefore, a need exists for a firearm locking system that can reliably secure a wide range of firearms in a condition whereby the firearms, and, if desired, their components, are locked so as to prevent firing and theft of the firearms and/or their components, yet also such that the firearms and components can be viewed, handled and moved. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0005] The present invention meets these and other needs by providing a firearm locking system in which firearms and/or their components are locked through use of one or more cable segments and endpieces. Each cable segment has a leading end, a trailing end and a cable body therebetween. The length of the cable body will determine the distance the firearms and components can be moved while in their locked condition. [0006] A locking endpiece is attached to the leading end of the cable segment and a plugging endpiece is attached to the trailing end of the cable segment. Either or both of the locking endpiece and the plugging endpiece can be pre-attached to the cable segments, or, alternatively, they can be attached during the locking process. For example, the locking endpiece can be attached to the leading end of the cable segment prior to being introduced into the firearm or after the leading end has emerged from the firing end of the firearm. The plugging endpiece is attached to the trailing end of the cable segment at any time prior to the trailing end first entering the firearm. [0007] To lock a firearm, the leading end of the cable segment--with or without the locking endpiece attached thereto--is inserted into the chamber of a firearm and advanced through the firearm in a breech-to-muzzle direction until the leading end emerges from the firing end of the firearm. If not already attached, the locking endpiece is then secured to the leading end of the cable segment and subsequently locked within or to a locking device. To lock the plugging endpiece, the cable segment is further advanced through the firearm in a breech-to-muzzle direction until the trailing end of the cable segment--with attached plugging endpiece--enters the firearm chamber and becomes lodged within (i.e., plugs) firearm barrel or chamber. Because both endpieces are effectively locked, so too is the firearm. [0008] One or more plugging assistance devices can be utilized in accordance with the plugging endpiece. For example, a spacer can be placed into communication with the plugging endpiece to enable an otherwise undersized plugging endpiece to plug the barrel or chamber of a firearm. Alternatively, a protective assistance device can be placed into communication with the plugging device in order to prevent a properly sized plugging endpiece from damaging the barrel or chamber as the cable segment is being pulled through the firearm barrel. [0009] The locking system of the present invention also can be utilized to lock one or more non-detachable or, as is currently preferred, detachable firearm components through use of at least one cable segment and at least one locking sleeve. The cable segment is fed through a first a first eyelet of the locking sleeve, then into and around the component, and then through a second eyelet of the locking sleeve. Steps are then taken to cause the cable segment to be prevented from being further advanced through the locking sleeve eyelets (e.g., by crimping or otherwise compressing the locking sleeve), thus effectively creating a lock. [0010] Some or all of the equipment that is utilized in connection with the locking system of the present invention can be stored, packaged and/or offered for sale as a kit. The kit is generally contained within a portable yet sturdy container, e.g., a carrying case. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0011] For a fuller understanding of the nature and desired objects of the present invention, reference is made to the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying figures, wherein like reference characters denote corresponding parts throughout the views, and in which: [0012] FIG. 1 is a plan view of a pistol and a rifle locked in a displayed, movable condition through use of the firearm locking system of the present invention; [0013] FIG. 1A is an enlarged side view of a portion of the rifle of FIG. 1 with a cutaway showing the plugging endpiece plugged within the chamber of the rifle and with the trigger guard of the rifle in a locked condition; [0014] FIG. 2 is a plan view of a cable segment for use in connection with a firearm display locking system of the present invention; [0015] FIG. 3 is a plan view of the cable segment of FIG. 2 with a locking endpiece and a plugging endpiece attached thereto for use in connection with a firearm locking system of the present invention; [0016] FIG. 4 is a plan view of the cable segment of FIG. 2 with only a locking endpiece attached thereto for use in connection with a firearm locking system of the present invention; [0017] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the plugging endpiece of FIG. 3; [0018] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional, front view of the plugging endpiece of FIG. 5 taken along line 6-6; [0019] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the locking endpiece of FIG. 3. 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