Patent Application
20200221855
The present invention relates to a wand holster. Magic wands, or similar items, are an essential item for many people who actively participate in role-playing games or similar activities. Such activities are enjoyed by people of all ages to stay active, meet new people or to simply have fun. Magic wands serve numerous functions during these activities. For example, a magic wand may serve as a functional prop for a character or may serve a decorative purpose. Regardless, the individual in possession of the wand would undoubtedly wish to keep the wand safe. Some wands can be expensive, not only in a financial sense but also in a sentimental sense. In role-playing games, or similar activities, wands form a part of the identity of the carrier.
Most wands come with a sort of protective package when they are purchased, such as a common cardboard box filled with padding material. This type of packaging, however, is unhelpful when participating in a role-playing game because it, at best, is ineffective and inconvenient, and at worst breaks the immersion of not only the wielder, but every other participant. Failure to properly secure a wand in such settings can cause the wand to become lost or broken. Some wands can even be expensive enough that failure to properly secure them can lead to them being stolen.
Therefore, there is a defined need amongst the known arts for a holster that will allow an individually to safely and effectively store a wand on his or her person, while allowing for them to have ample movement and flexibility.
In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known types of wand carriers and holders now present in the prior art, the present invention provides a wand holster wherein the same can be utilized for providing convenience for the user when safely and securely storing a magic wand.
The present system comprises an elongated strap. The elongated strap defines a top end. The top end of the elongated strap is oriented opposite of a bottom end of the elongated strap. The bottom end of the elongated strap includes a retaining pouch. The retaining pouch defines an upper opening and a lower opening. As such, a distal end of a wand can be placed therein. A channel is formed between, and is accessible by, the upper opening and the lower opening.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a retaining latch on the top end of the elongated strap, such that a base end of a wand can be secured therein.
It is a further object of the present invention to provide a protrusion defined by the retaining latch, such that the base end of the wand can be more effectively secured therein.
It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a retaining latch that is made of a fixed rubber material, such that the retaining latch can be moved and positioned by the user with relative ease.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a loop defined at the top end of the elongated strap on a side opposite the retaining pouch, such that the wand holster can be secured to an object, such as a belt.
It is a further object of the present invention to provide a wand holster that is made of a durable material, such as leather, such as to provide enhanced durability and lifespan to the wand holster.
It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a retaining pouch with an upper opening that is of a greater diameter than the lower opening, such that the wand can pass through the upper opening while not fully passing through the lower opening.
It is yet a further object of the present invention to provide an elongated member that defines a taper from a middle section inward towards either the top end or the bottom end of the elongated member, such as to provide a contour of the wand.
Although the characteristic features of this invention will be particularly pointed out in the claims, the invention itself and manner in which it may be made and used may be better understood after a review of the following description, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings wherein like numeral annotations are provided throughout.
Reference is made herein to the attached drawings. Like reference numerals are used throughout the drawings to depict like or similar elements of the wand holster. The figures are intended for representative purposes only and should not be considered to be limiting in any respect.
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The bottom end 13 defines a retaining pouch 14. The retaining pouch 14 defines an upper opening 15 disposed oppositely a lower opening 16. A channel extends between the upper opening 15 and the lower opening 16. In the illustrated embodiment, the upper opening 15 is of a greater diameter than the lower opening 16. As such, a distal end of a wand can pass through the upper opening 15 while not fully passing through the lower opening 16, such that the wand can be held in a stable position therein.
In some embodiments, the wand holster further comprises a retaining latch 17 disposed on the top end 12 of the elongated strap 11. The retaining latch 17 is configured to secure an upper portion of a wand to the elongated strap 11. In the illustrated embodiment, the retaining latch 17 comprises a protrusion 18. The protrusion 18 is centrally defined on the retaining latch 17 and extends outward from the retaining latch 17 in a direction opposite the elongated strap 11. The protrusion 18 is of a shape suitable for securing a wand therein, such as a semicircular shape. Furthermore, the protrusion 18 is dimensioned to receive a wand therein. The retaining latch 17 may be made of any suitably flexible and stable material. For example, the retaining latch 17 may be made of a fixed rubber material or a rubber-coated malleable metal material, such that the user can manipulate the shape of the retaining latch 17 as needed to properly and securely hold the wand.
In the illustrated embodiment, a loop 19 is defined at the top end 12 of the elongated strap 11. In the specific embodiment, the loop 19 is formed as an extension of the elongated strap 11 that extends upward, curves outwardly in a direction opposite the retaining pouch 14. The loop 19 is dimensioned to receive a belt or strap therethrough. As such, the loop 19 can be utilized to attach the wand holster to a desired location, such as the waist of the individual wearing the wand holster. In the illustrated embodiment, the loop 19 extends downward from the top end 12 of the elongated strap 11 before terminating at a position above the upper opening 15 of the retaining pouch 14.
In the shown embodiment, the elongated strap 11 defines a taper from a middle section 20 of the elongated strap 11 inwardly towards the bottom end 13 of the elongated strap 11. As such, the elongated strap 11 will narrow as a wand would narrow that is stored in the wand holster. Furthermore, in the shown embodiment, the elongated strap 11 defines a second taper extending from the middle section 20 of the elongated strap 11 inwardly towards the top end 12 of the elongated strap 11. Additionally, in the shown embodiment, the corners defined by the wand holster are rounded, such that the wand holster will not poke, prod, or otherwise uncomfortably contact the individual wearing the wand holster.
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Once the distal end of the wand 21 is inserted into the retaining pouch 14, the user may secure the handle end of the wand 21 using the retaining latch 17. As shown, the retaining latch 17 includes a protrusion 18 that is dimensioned to hold the wand 21. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle of the wand 21 rests on the retaining latch 17, providing additional security to the wand 21.
Additionally, in the illustrated embodiment, the loop 19 of the elongated strap 11 is secured to a belt 22 that is wrapped around the waist of a user. By securing the loop 19 to the belt 22, the wand holster is securely attached to the user, allowing them to move actively and dynamically without risking the wand 21 or the wand holster from falling off of his or her body.
It is therefore submitted that the instant invention has been shown and described in various embodiments. It is recognized, however, that departures may be made within the scope of the invention and that obvious modifications will occur to a person skilled in the art. With respect to the above description then it is to be realized that the optimum dimensional relationships for the parts of the invention, to include variations in size, materials, shape, form, function and manner of operation, assembly and use, are deemed readily apparent and obvious to one skilled in the art, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be encompassed by the present invention.
Therefore, the foregoing is considered as illustrative only of the principles of the invention. Further, since numerous modifications and changes will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described, and accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents may be resorted to, falling within the scope of the invention.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/792,665 filed on Jan. 15, 2019. The above identified patent application is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety to provide continuity of disclosure.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62792665 | Jan 2019 | US |
