US12578168 - Locking adjustment assembly and method for an optical aiming device

The patent describes a locking adjustment assembly for optical aiming devices that allows for easy resetting to a zero position and can automatically lock in that position. It features a turret assembly with a cap assembly and a locking lever that can be engaged or disengaged via a push button, ensuring secure adjustments across various optical platforms.

Claim 1

1 . A turret assembly for an optical aiming device including: an adjustable assembly including a cap assembly, the cap assembly having a radially disposed slot defined by opposing sidewalls; and a locking lever assembly including a pivotal locking lever operationally configured to engage the opposing sidewalls providing a locked position of the turret assembly; wherein the cap assembly includes a push button operationally configured to direct the pivotal locking lever to a disengaged position providing an unlocked position of the turret assembly. an adjustable assembly including a cap assembly, the cap assembly having a radially disposed slot defined by opposing sidewalls; and a locking lever assembly including a pivotal locking lever operationally configured to engage the opposing sidewalls providing a locked position of the turret assembly; wherein the cap assembly includes a push button operationally configured to direct the pivotal locking lever to a disengaged position providing an unlocked position of the turret assembly.

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