Jul 21, 2026

US12687362 - Multidirectional trigger mechanism

A trigger mechanism that, in various examples, may be configured to pivot or rotate in multiple directions, enabling actuation along multiple axes or planes of motion consistent with natural finger movement. For instance, a trigger may be supported or otherwise connected to a host device—such as a firearm, tool, or other manually actuated mechanism—in a manner that permits movement in multiple directions or rotation about multiple axes, allowing the trigger pull to follow the natural motion path of a user's finger. In some examples, the trigger mechanism may actuate when the trigger reaches one or more defined actuation points or when a threshold level of force is applied—regardless of the trigger's motion path. In this way, the trigger mechanisms of the present disclosure may accommodate the unique trigger pull motions of different users, regardless of hand position, technique, or training level.

Assignee: Eighty-O-Eight Products, LLC
Inventors: Randy Tyler Watts
Filing date: 2025-06-25

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The patent describes a multidirectional trigger mechanism for firearms that allows for non-linear movement, enabling the trigger to pivot or rotate in multiple directions to accommodate natural finger motion. This design includes a compound pivot joint with two horizontal pivot axes, facilitating a more ergonomic and adaptable trigger pull for users with varying hand positions and techniques.

Claim 1

1 . A trigger mechanism for a firearm, the trigger mechanism comprising: a trigger body; and a joint connected to the trigger body, the joint configured to permit non-linear movement of the trigger body with respect to an axis that is substantially horizontal and perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the firearm, wherein the joint is a compound pivot joint comprising two substantially horizontal pivot axes arranged in separate planes, the pivot axes enabling sequential or compound rotation of the trigger body within a bounded range of motion. a trigger body; and a joint connected to the trigger body, the joint configured to permit non-linear movement of the trigger body with respect to an axis that is substantially horizontal and perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the firearm, wherein the joint is a compound pivot joint comprising two substantially horizontal pivot axes arranged in separate planes, the pivot axes enabling sequential or compound rotation of the trigger body within a bounded range of motion.

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