TRIGGER ALIGNMENT ASSISTANCE DEVICE(S)

Abstract

Trigger alignment assistance device(s) that assists with consistent alignment of finger positioning, preferably both vertical and horizontal, when using a firearm or other trigger activated device.

Description

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BACKGROUND

The present disclosure generally relates to trigger alignment assistance device(s) that are intended to help with consistent finger positioning, preferably both vertical and horizontal, when using a firearm.

SUMMARY

Aspects of the subject technology include vertical and/or horizontal alignment assistant features to help people more accurately shoot when using a firearm such as a handgun of rifle and/or any other trigger actuated device such as a crossbow.

This summary has been provided so the nature of the subject technology may be understood quickly. Additional elements and/or different elements than those set forth in this summary may be used. A more complete understanding of the subject technology may be obtained by reference to the following description in connection with the attached drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIGS. 1, 2, and 3 illustrate aspects of trigger alignment assistance devices in the form of thimble-like structures according to some aspects of the subject technology.

FIG. 4 illustrates aspects of a trigger alignment assistance device in the form of a glove with features according to some aspects of the subject technology.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

One problem with using firearms even in practice is that small misalignments of finger position can radically impact accuracy. Professional shooters such as military snipers can usually compensate for this problem, but even some of them do not always do so especially if they have practiced recently. After all, muscle memory degrades without practice.

Aspects of the subject technology include a trigger alignment assistance device in the form of a “trigger thimble” and/or a glove with one or more features that may help people with proper alignment of their finger on a trigger. The features may include at least a guide such as a ridge that fits on the side of a trigger opposite a hand holding a firearm. For example, if a person holds a firearm with his or her right hand, the guide will fit on the left side of the trigger. Thus, a person's finger is likely to be aligned properly and consistently in terms of horizontal position.

In other aspects, the device may include a bump that assists with vertical alignment. The device may also include a stiffening element or portion for placement on a trigger. These features (i.e., ridge, bump, and stiffening element or portions) may be used alone or in combination.

Further aspects of some embodiments of the subject technology include a shooting glove incorporating one or more such features.

The subject technology may be applicable to any trigger activated device. Examples include but are not limited to firearms, grenade launchers, crossbows, spear guns, tasers, spear guns, and other lethal and non-lethal devices. The description in this document is generally in the context of firearms for the sake of brevity. However, such is not intended to limit the scope of the invention to firearms.

As shown in FIG. 1, aspects of one embodiment of a trigger alignment assistance device 100 includes fitting 101 for a trigger finger. Extension 102 may be provided to assist with and/or reduce finger and/or knuckle movement. The curved lines indicate element 102 is optional.

Item 103 represents a trigger. The trigger may be for any trigger activated device.

Ridge 104 is shown as a way to control finger movement when placed on a side of trigger 103. Preferably, ridge 104 may be disposed to be on an outside of the trigger when in use. Hence, ridge 104 may help with proper alignment and/or positioning when pulling the trigger. This feature is intended to control at least horizontal movement of a trigger finger.

Bump 105 (not to scale) is intended to help with vertical alignment. Many firearms have various curvatures and/or angles for the trigger. Bump 105 is intended to compensate for those curvatures and/or angles and make more consistent shooting possible.

Cone or extrusion 106 may be provided to assist with placing a finger past a trigger guard or the like.

Fitting 101 preferably also includes at least one stiffening element and/or portion that pushes on a trigger when the trigger is pulled. In FIG. 1, this stiffening element and/or portion is represented by area 107 near ridge 104.

Aspects of another embodiment of a trigger alignment assistance device for a trigger finger are shown in FIG. 2. Trigger alignment assistance device 200 includes fitting 201 for a trigger finger. The fitting as shown includes generally cylindrical part 202 and generally conical part 203 connected at seam 204. One shape, any number of shapes, other shapes, and/or additional shapes may be used for part(s) of the fitting.

Both parts 202 and 203 preferably include flat areas 205 and 206. These parts and areas are intended to align with the shape of a person's trigger finger, thereby providing a stable fit.

Ridge 207 may be provided to control finger movement when placed on a trigger. Hence, ridge 207 may help with proper positioning when pulling the trigger. This feature is intended to control at least horizontal movement of a trigger finger.

Fitting 201 preferably also includes at least one stiffening element and/or portion that pushes on a trigger when the trigger is pulled. In FIG. 2, this stiffening element or portion is represented by area 208 near ridge 207.

Aspects of yet another embodiment of a trigger alignment assistance device for a trigger finger are shown in FIG. 3. Trigger alignment assistance device 300 includes fitting 301 for a trigger finger. The fitting as shown includes generally cylindrical part 302 and generally angled part 303 connected at seam 304. One shape, any number of shapes, other shapes, and/or additional shapes may be used for part(s) of the fitting.

Both parts 302 and 303 preferably include flat areas 305 and 306. These parts and areas are intended to align with the shape of a person's trigger finger, thereby providing a stable fit. Ridge 307 may be provided to control finger movement when placed on a trigger. Hence, ridge 307 may help with proper positioning when pulling the trigger. This feature is intended to control at least horizontal movement of a trigger finger.

Fitting 301 preferably also includes at least one stiffening element or portion that pushes on a trigger when the trigger is pulled. In FIG. 3, this stiffening element or portion is represented by area 308 near ridge 307.

Device 300 is shown including perforations 309. The perforations are intended to allow breathability and/or openings for stitching or other attachment to another item such as a glove for example via thread.

Aspects of a further embodiment of a trigger alignment assistance device for a trigger finger are shown in FIG. 4. Trigger alignment assistance device 400 includes glove 401. While a full glove is shown, a partial glove may be used. Examples of a partial glove may include part 402 for a trigger finger by itself and/or in conjunction with one or more of part 403 for a palm and/or part 404 for a thumb. Other designs of full and/or partial gloves may be used. For the sake of brevity and clarity, the term “glove” is used below for both a full glove and a partial glove.

Trigger aligning element 405 is shown incorporated into or attached to a part of the glove, namely a trigger finger part. FIG. 4 shows use of a portion of trigger aligning device 301 shown in FIG. 3 as element 405. Elements for trigger aligning devices shown in FIG. 2 or 3 as well as other elements may be used. Trigger aligning element 405 and/or other trigger aligning elements may be incorporated into and/or attached to a part of the glove. Examples of manners for incorporation and/attachment(s) include but are not limited to using perforations 309, thread, glue, and/or adhesive, positioning between layers of glove 401, and/or any other suitable manner.

While element 405 is shown on an outside of glove 401, element 405 and/or other elements may be incorporated within material for the glove, inside the glove, and/or in some other manner. In addition, some people use different fingers for pulling a trigger. Aspects of the invention include such arrangements. Plural trigger aligning elements may also be used.

The trigger alignment assistance device(s) and/or element(s) according to the subject technology may be made of any suitable material including but not limited to plastic, ABS, metal, leather, any other suitably durable material, and/or some combination thereof.

The invention is in no way limited to the specifics of any particular aspects (e.g., embodiments, elements, and/or examples) of the subject technology disclosed herein. For example, the terms “aspect,” “some embodiments,” “example,” “preferably,” “possible,” “should,” “can,” “may,” “intended,” “as shown,” and the like denote features that may be preferable but not essential to include in some embodiments of the invention. Details illustrated or disclosed with respect to any one aspect and/or embodiment of the invention may be used with other aspects and/or embodiments of the invention. Additional elements may be added to various aspects of the invention and/or some disclosed elements may be subtracted from various aspects of the invention without departing from the scope of the invention. Singular elements imply plural elements and vice versa. The term “and/or” indicates one, some, or all of the relevant aspects and/or elements may be included. Many other variations are possible which remain within the content, scope, and spirit of the invention, and these variations would become clear to those skilled in the art after perusal of this application.

Claims

1. A trigger alignment assistance device comprising elements that assist with proper alignment regarding vertical, horizontal, or both with respect to pulling the trigger of a firearm or other trigger activated device.

2. The device as in claim 1, wherein the firearm or other trigger activated device includes a trigger guard, and the device includes at least one element that assists with placing a finger past the trigger guard.

3. The device as in claim 2, wherein the at least one element that assists with placing the finger past the trigger guard comprises a cone.

4. The device as in claim 1, wherein the device further comprises at least one stiffening element or portion that pushes on the trigger when the trigger is pulled.

5. The device as in claim 1, wherein the device is in a form similar to a thimble.

6. The device as in claim 5, wherein the device further comprises a glove, and the thimble is incorporated into or attached to a part of the glove.

7. The device as in claim 5, wherein the device further comprises a partial glove, and the thimble is incorporated into a part of the partial glove.

8. The device as in claim 1, wherein the device is in a form similar to a partial thimble.

9. The device as in claim 8, wherein the device further comprises a glove, and the partial thimble is incorporated into or attached to a part of the glove.

10. The device as in claim 8, wherein the device further comprises a partial glove, and the thimble is incorporated into a part of the partial glove.

11. The device as in claim 1, wherein the device is made of plastic, ABS, metal, leather, or any other suitably durable material.