CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES

Abstract

 CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES which, applied next to the expulsion opening (3), is a magnetic device with, at least. one collection magnet (10) to which the totally or partially metallic cartridges (4) adhere, comprising an attachment support (11) which is fixed to the firearm (2), with a ferromagnetic surface (12) on which the magnet (10) will magnetically adhere. The support (11) is a piece of aluminium and the ferromagnetic surface is a ferromagnetic bar (12) incorporated onto its visible side and fixed using screws (5). The attachment support (11) is also fixed to the weapon using screws (5').

Description

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The invention, as defined under the present description, refers to a cartridge collection device for semi-automatic rifles which provides new advantages and characteristics for the purpose for which it is designed, which will be described in detail below, and which represents an alternative improvement on the current state of the art.

[0002] The object of the present invention relates specifically to a device applicable for incorporation into certain weapons, specifically weapons such a semi-automatic rifles, and in particular those of the Benelli or Franchi Fast Pro brands, or others which may present a similar configuration, and the purpose of which is to provide a practical method of collecting the spent ammunition cartridges which are ejected after each shot, with the object of complying with new regulations which require their collection without the need to need to search for them or pick them up after each shot, as they automatically adhere to the device which acts by magnetism.

FIELD OF APPLICATION OF THE INVENTION

[0003] The field of application of the present invention falls within the sector of the industry devoted to the manufacturer of apparatus, devices and accessories for firearms, focused particularly on the area of cartridge collection systems.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0004] Currently, the new arms regulations, at least in Spain, require hunters to collect the spent ammunition cartridges of their firearms, the plastic cartridges with a metal base; these being very harmful to the environment due to their plastic component, which generally takes years to decompose.

[0005] To facilitate this task, and avoid the need to search for the cartridges after shooting, this device is of great advantage given that the latter may otherwise be ejected several metres from the point where the shot was made and, if the area is overgrown, this may become an arduous process, resulting in lost time. At least one cartridge collection system is known on the market, based on a nylon fabric bag which is attached next to the expulsion point opening of the rifle.

[0006] However, this system has several disadvantages, the most obvious being that when hunting in overgrown areas, it is easy for the bag to catch on a bush, given that it sticks out, and it may also be easily pulled off, as it is simply attached by strips of Velcro, with the frequent result that the hunter is unaware of the loss until the next time they shoot, meaning that, in addition to the possible cartridges they may have lost together with the bag, they will also need to collect those from each shot until they can replace the bag.

[0007] The object of the present invention, therefore, is to develop an alternative system for collecting the cartridges when they are ejected after firing which will avoid the inconveniences described and ensure greater efficiency and comfort of use.
In addition, and in reference to the current state of the art, it should be indicated that, although, as stated, other methods are known, at least by the applicant, no other cartridge collection device for semi-automatic rifles is known to exist which include the same, or similar, technical, structural and constituent characteristics as that hereby represented.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The cartridge collection device for semi-automatic rifles which the invention proposes represents a notable innovation within its field of application, given that based on its implementation it specifically satisfies the aforementioned objectives, with the detailed characteristics which distinguish it appropriately listed in the claims which accompany and follow the present description.

[0009] More specifically, that which the invention proposes, as indicated above, is a device applicable for incorporation into a firearm such as a semi-automatic rifle, and in particular a semi-automatic rifle of the Benelli or Franchi Fast Pro brands, without ruling out the possibility of its use with other brands with a similar configuration. Its point of attachment is next to the expulsion opening of the weapon, which has the purpose of collecting the empty cartridge, with its plastic body and metal base, which is magnetically attracted by the magnet when ejected after each shot. It is distinguished by consisting of a magnetic device which comprises, at least, one collection magnet to which the said cartridges adhere via their metallic part. This device includes an aluminium support which is solidly fixed to the weapon, preferably screwed on, although other attachment methods are not ruled out such as double sided tape which is recommended for testing it before employing other mechanical methods. The aforementioned aluminium support is equipped with a metal bar to which the cartridge collection magnet is magnetically attached.

[0010] In this way, when the weapon is not in use, the magnet may be easily extracted, and may be positioned or removed as often as required, an important consideration when the hunting day is completed or when storing the rifle after the hunting season.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, this attachment support will be aluminium, with which, once the magnet is mounted, the magnetization of the rifle bolt will be avoided.

[0012] In turn, the said collection magnet, has a rectangular prismatic configuration, it such a way that it offers, at least, three sides of considerable width which provide space for the cartridges to adhere after each shot, at least three or four, with the fourth side of the said prismatic piece of the magnet that which fixes it to the attachment support.

[0013] In addition, also in a preferred embodiment, the magnet will be of neodymium or ferrite, although neodymium is preferable given that it is more powerful.

[0014] The described cartridge collection device for semi-automatic rifles therefore consists of an innovative structure with characteristics previously unknown for the purpose for which it is designed, and which are the reasons which, together with its practical use, provide it with a fundamental character worthy of obtaining the privilege of exclusivity which is the subject of this application.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] To complement the description being made and with the purpose of helping with a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, a set of plans are included within this descriptive document, as an integral part of the same, which are designed for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be definitive and represent the following:

Figure 1.- Shows a lateral perspective view of an embodiment of the cartridge collection device for semi-automatic rifles the object of the invention, unattached to the weapon but with all its parts mounted, showing its general configuration and the principal parts it comprises.

Figure 2.- Shows a perspective view of the support element included within the device, according to the invention, representing the front side, to which the cartridge collection magnet is attached.

Figure 3.- Shows a perspective section view of the invention, displaying the separate parts and elements which it comprises, as well as the configuration of the same.

Figure 4.- Shows a perspective view of the support included in the invention device, in this case shown attached to the weapon expulsion opening, displaying the position of the same.

[0016] And figure 5.- again shows a perspective view of the weapon shown in the previous image, with the complete device incorporated into it, displaying the way in which the cartridges, after firing, adhere to the collection magnet.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0017] On the basis of the aforementioned images, and in accordance with the attached numbers, it is possible to observe a non-definitive preferred embodiment of the cartridge collection device for semi-automatic rifles, which comprises the parts and elements listed and described in detail below.

[0018] In this way, as can be appreciated from the said images, the device (1) in question, applicable for incorporation into a firearm (2) such as a semi-automatic rifle, specifically next to the expulsion opening (3) of the same to collect the cartridges (4) which are totally metallic and are ejected after each shot, consists of a magnetic device which comprises, at least one collection magnet (10) to which the said cartridges (4) adhere.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment, the device comprises an attachment support (11) which is solidly fixed to the firearm (2), in which it planned to include at least one metal bar (12) on which the cartridge (4) collection magnet (10) is magnetically attached..

[0020] In a preferred embodiment, the attachment support (11) is a piece of aluminium and the metallic surface of the same on which the magnet (10) is magnetically attached is a ferromagnetic bar (12) incorporated onto the visible side of the support (11).

[0021] In a preferred embodiment, the ferromagnetic bar (12) is incorporated onto the piece of aluminium which constitutes the support (11) housed in a box (11a) designed for the purpose and fixed by some first screws (5), preferably two conical head screws (5) inserted into countersunk holes (6) provided in both the bar (12) as well as the aluminium piece which constitutes the support (11).

[0022] And, also in a preferred embodiment, the attachment support (11), regardless of whether or not it is an aluminium piece, will also be fixed to the weapon via some second screws (5'), in this case housed in corresponding perforated holes (7) for the purpose in the support (11) in such a way that neither these or, as applicable, those which attach the bar (12), present any type of protrusion which might impede the correct magnetic adherence of the magnet. (10).

[0023] In addition, in a preferred embodiment, the said collection magnet (10) is a piece which has a prismatic rectangular configuration, in such a way that, at least three of its longest sides provide corresponding flat surfaces of considerable width in order that the cartridges (4) easily remain attached to the same by magnetic attraction following each shot, with the fourth lateral face being the surface which serves for the said magnet (10) to be magnetically joined to the support (11), and without ruling out that two of the short sides or bases of the aforementioned prism, which also provide flat surfaces, although of smaller dimensions, may also serve for the adhesion of cartridges (4).

[0024] Finally, the magnet (10), in a preferred embodiment, is of neodymium, without ruling out it being made of ferrite.

[0025] Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the manner for putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to further extend the explanation in order that an expert in the field should understand its scope and the advantages which derive from it, and it shall be formally clarified that, within its essential nature, it may be put into practice in other embodiments which may differ in detail from the example provided, but which will be eligible for the same applicable protection, always provided its fundamental principle is not altered, changed or modified.

Claims

1. CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES which, applicable for incorporation into a firearm (2) such as a semi-automatic rifle, specifically next to the expulsion opening (3) of the same to collect the totally or partially metallic cartridges which are ejected after each shot, is characterized by consisting of a magnetic device which comprises, at least, one collection magnet (10) to which the said cartridges (4) will automatically adhere.

2. CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES, as recited in claim 1, characterized by comprising an attachment support (11) which is solidly fixed to the firearm (2), and which is designed to include, at least one ferromagnetic surface (12) to which the cartridge (4) collection magnet adheres.

3. CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES, as recited in claim 2, wherein the attachment support (11) is a piece of aluminium and the ferromagnetic surface of the same on which the magnet (10) is magnetically attached is a ferromagnetic bar (12) incorporated onto the visible side of the support (11).

4. CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES as recited in claim 3, wherein the ferromagnetic bar (12) is incorporated onto the piece of aluminium which constitutes the support (11) fixed using screws (5).

5. CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES as recited in any of the claims 2 to 4, wherein the attachment support (11) is fixed to the firearm using screws (5').

6. CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES, as recited in any of the claims 1 to 5 wherein the collection magnet (10) is a piece with a prismatic rectangular configuration, in such a way that, at least, three of its longest sides provide corresponding flat surfaces of considerable width in order that the cartridges (4) easily adhere to the same by magnetic attraction after each shot.

7. CARTRIDGE COLLECTION DEVICE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES, as recited in any of the claims 1 to 6, wherein the magnet (10) is made of neodymium.

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