Protective gun cover

Abstract

A light-weight, durable, soft shell firearm case made from flexible Neoprene can be snugly fitted to a gun like a glove, and once removed, rolled into a compact configuration for convenient carrying. The frameless, reversible cover comprises a pair of flexible sides, one with a flap with a Velcro strip, and the other with a mating strip. The case snugly fits around the firearm, preventing contact with mud, snow, dust, debris and moisture. The tight fit allows the hunter to transport the gun as if no case were in use. Clearance regions allow the user to transport a firearm with its own strap without placing weight in the region between the clearance regions. Quick-acting Velcro straps are used to hold the flap. If the device becomes dirty or muddy, it can easily be hand washed. The flexible, pliant design allows for it to be “rolled-up” for easy storage.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is based upon, and claims the priority filing date, of a previously-filed, and copending U. S. Provisional patent application entitled “Protective Gun Cover,” that was filed Jun. 14, 2006, Ser. No. 60 / 804,723.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]I. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates generally to protective coverings for firearms. More particularly, the present invention relates to a flexible and durable enclosure that is tightly fitted to a firearm when in use, and that can be folded to a reduced volume configuration for ease of transportation and storage. Pertinent prior art references known in the art are classified in United States Patent Class 42, Subclass 96, and in Class 206, Subclass 317.[0004]II. Description of the Prior Art[0005]It has long been recognized by those familiar with firearms that a protective cover or case is ideal for safe transport and storage. It is important to keep dirt and dus...

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Benefits of technology

[0013]This invention provides a light-weight, durable, element-resistant cover that fits in a snug fashion around the weapon to protect against scratches, or from mud, snow, dust and moisture. Preferably the flexible case is made of Neoprene, which offers durability and flexibility ideal for the hunter. The fact that the neoprene material is “stretchy” allows one to easily stretch the device over the weapon like a glove.

[0014]While it protects the weapon, it allows the hunter to transport the gun as if no bulky case were in use. Its fast-action design allows one to remove the cover that is preferably held in place by hook and loop Velcro-brand straps and quickly deploy the weapon. Moreover, mud, debris or moisture are prevented from marring or contacting the gun during transport.

Problems solved by technology

Known gun cases completely cover the weapon and its carrying strap, and they can be cumbersome to carry and difficult to get into.

This fact can make it impossible to access the weapon quickly in the event of a sudden and / or unexpected opportunity during a trip to or from the hunt.

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