US12292256 - Adjustable firearm balance weight system

The patent describes an adjustable balance weight system for firearms that allows the weight to be secured in multiple positions without the need for tools. It features a lock system that can be operated by hand, enabling easy adjustment of the weight’s position within an internal chamber of the firearm.

Claim 1

1. An adjustable firearm balance weight system comprising: a balance weight configured to be secured within a part of a firearm in at least two alternative positions relative to the part of the firearm; and a lock system configured to engage the balance weight in each of the at least two alternative positions relative to the part of the firearm, wherein the lock system is configured to allow the balance weight to move between the at least two alternative positions; wherein the lock system is configured to be operated by hand and without tools; and wherein the part of the firearm comprises an internal chamber configured to receive the balance weight to move relative to the part of the firearm along a sliding direction. a balance weight configured to be secured within a part of a firearm in at least two alternative positions relative to the part of the firearm; and a lock system configured to engage the balance weight in each of the at least two alternative positions relative to the part of the firearm, wherein the lock system is configured to allow the balance weight to move between the at least two alternative positions; wherein the lock system is configured to be operated by hand and without tools; and wherein the part of the firearm comprises an internal chamber configured to receive the balance weight to move relative to the part of the firearm along a sliding direction.

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