Oct 14, 2025

US12442618 - Universal rifle carrier attachment

An apparatus for carrying a rifle is disclosed. In one embodiment, such an apparatus includes a coupling mechanism to connect to a rifle. In certain embodiments, the coupling mechanism comprises a hook for engaging a loop, wherein one of the hook and the loop is connected to a rifle. An attachment mechanism, such as a clip or strap, is coupled to the coupling mechanism and configured to attach the coupling mechanism to a backpack or other shoulder harness. In certain embodiments, a retention mechanism may be provided to keep the rifle retained within the coupling mechanism. Similarly, a release mechanism may be provided to release the rifle from the retention mechanism. The release mechanism may engage/disengage the retention mechanism using a cable, or in other embodiments using wired or wireless communication. A corresponding method is also disclosed herein.

Assignee: HUKR LLC
Inventors: Michael Swensen
Filing date: 2022-03-02

The patent describes a universal rifle carrier attachment that includes a coupling mechanism with adjustable height slots for securing a rifle to a backpack or harness. It features a cinching mechanism for height adjustment, a retention mechanism to hold the rifle in place, and a release mechanism for easy detachment.

Claim 1

An apparatus for carrying a hunting device, the apparatus comprising: a plate comprising a plurality of slots positioned at different heights on the plate, wherein the plate is configured to rest against a surface of a backpack; an attachment mechanism to connect the plate to the backpack; a cinching mechanism configured to adjust a height of the plate and associated slots relative to the backpack; and a key, for attachment to a hunting device, configured to engage one of the slots at one of several different heights relative to the plate and thereby enable the hunting device to be secured to the plate at a desired height relative thereto. a plate comprising a plurality of slots positioned at different heights on the plate, wherein the plate is configured to rest against a surface of a backpack; an attachment mechanism to connect the plate to the backpack; a cinching mechanism configured to adjust a height of the plate and associated slots relative to the backpack; and a key, for attachment to a hunting device, configured to engage one of the slots at one of several different heights relative to the plate and thereby enable the hunting device to be secured to the plate at a desired height relative thereto.

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