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Patent application title:

Bullet Casing Pouch

Publication number:

US20260177334A1

Publication date:

2026-06-25

Application number:

19/431,761

Filed date:

2025-12-23

Smart Summary: A pouch attaches to a weapon to catch spent bullet casings as they are fired. It is mainly designed for shotguns that eject shells from the back but can work with other similar weapons too. The pouch can be easily removed when it's time to empty the collected casings. It is made from materials that can handle the heat from the hot casings without causing any harm. This helps keep the area clean and safe for the user. 🚀 TL;DR

Abstract:

A pouch which attaches to a weapon which collects discharged casings as the weapon operates. Though intended for shotgun models which expel shells from a retral port upon firing, the pouch may be constructed to account for a variety of weapon models which have similar action for removing spent ammo casings. The pouch is detachable to allow for removal of the spent casings. Additionally, the pouch will generally be constructed from materials which can withstand the immediate heat profile of spent casings, allowing it to dissipate without harming the operator.

Inventors:

Scott Harap 1 🇺🇸 Bushnell, FL, United States

Applicant:

Scott Harap 🇺🇸 Bushnell, FL, United States

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Classification:

F41A9/60 » CPC main

Feeding or loading of ammunition ; Magazines; Guiding means for the extracting of cartridges Empty-cartridge-case or belt-link collectors or catchers

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to the field of firearms accessories. Specifically, the present invention is a firearm attachment designed to catch ejected ammo casings.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The firing action for certain weapons mechanically expels a spent casing. This action propels the casing away from the weapon. This means that it is more likely to be a contributor of clutter or hazard in an area and become lost or forgotten if not retrieved shortly after being ejected. Further, the spent casing is often heated significantly during the firing action. This can result in collateral damage in vulnerable environments, delay in retrieval of the ejected casings, or injury to an operator when coming into contact with a heated casing.

The present invention addresses these concerns directly for certain forms of firearms. The invention is a pouch which serves to catch and secure the expelled materiel upon ejection from the weapon. The pouch attaches to the weapon near the ejection port for the spent casings and arrests it from dispersing further into the area. The pouch allows the casing to cool and removes the necessity of locating casings along the ground after operating the firearm. Further, the portion of the invention extending around the upper portion of the weapon may serve as a chin rest with some isolation from the material of the weapon, which may also be warmer or colder than desired. The invention is intended for use with certain models of shotgun which utilize a ventral casing ejection port upon firing, though a person of ordinary skill in the art would readily understand that adapting the invention to other similar weapons is within the scope of the invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a front side upper off-set view for an embodiment of the present invention, where the invention is attached to an example weapon.

FIG. 2 is a rear side upper off-set view for an embodiment of the present invention, where the invention is attached to an example weapon.

FIG. 3 is a front side lower off-set view for an embodiment of the present invention, where the invention is attached to an example weapon.

FIG. 4 is a rear side lower off-set view for an embodiment of the present invention, where the invention is attached to an example weapon.

FIG. 5 is a front side view for an embodiment of the present invention in a closed configuration.

FIG. 6 is a frontal off-set view for an embodiment of the present invention in a closed configuration.

FIG. 7 is a rear off-set view for an embodiment of the present invention in a closed configuration.

FIG. 8 is a front side view for an embodiment of the present invention in an open configuration.

FIG. 9 is a frontal off-set view for an embodiment of the present invention in an open configuration.

FIG. 10 is a rear off-set view for an embodiment of the present invention in an open configuration.

DETAIL DESCRIPTIONS OF THE INVENTION

All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

The present invention is a pouch 1 comprising a container section 2, an upper flap section 3, and a lower flap section 4. The container section 2 comprises one or more materials formed around a cavity sufficiently sized to contain a plurality of ammo casings. The typical embodiment will construct this section with a flame-retardant material, such a vinyl treated for flame retardance, to prevent conflagration of the invention from the heat buildup off of spent casings. Alternate embodiments may comprise rigid or semi-rigid materials to aid in maintaining a desired structure.

The upper flap section 3 comprises additional material which is attached to one side of the container section 2 while the lower flap section 4 likewise comprises additional material which is attached to the opposite side of the container section 2. The flap sections (3, 4) may be comprised of the same material as the container section 2. Each flap section (3, 4) extends upward from the container section where the upper flap section 3 is relatively longer and will rest above the lower flap section 4 when each is folded over towards the other. The flap sections (3, 4) extend sufficiently so that the upper flap 3 will reach over the shoulder stock of a weapon 20 on which the invention is intended to be installed. Embodiments may also allow for the lower flap 4 to extend over the shoulder of the weapon 20.

The typical embodiment will use a singular, contiguous piece of material cut from a pattern or stencil to comprise both the container section 2 and paired flap sections (3, 4). The structure is then formed by folding the material into the requisite shapes. The shape is maintained by binding the edges of the material using stitching or adhesives. The preferred embodiment bonds the seems of the pouch using a vinyl adhesive for a flame-retardant vinyl material.

The flap sections (3, 4) further comprise one or more complementary attachment means 5 to secure the invention in place. Typical embodiments comprise a pair rivet snap structures 5, with the receiving points 6 being on one flap and the inserting points 7 being on the other flap, where those rivet snaps are positioned to allow the flaps (3, 4) to be snapped together when the invention is in use. When folded over and secured, the flaps serve to hold the pouch 1 around the upper portion of the weapon's shoulder stock 20 while the container section 2 is suspended below it. Alternate embodiments may allow for an adjustable attachment mechanism, so that multiple sizes of weapon stocks 20 may be accommodated or the pouch 1 may be attached in a loose fashion.

When attaching the invention 1 to a weapon 20, the weapon 20 is typically placed on its side. Then the pouch 1 is slid into position, such that it will be directly below the ejection chamber of the weapon 20, allowing the spent ammo casings to fall within the container section 2 on expulsion. The extended flaps (3, 4) are then fastened to one another around the stock of the weapon 20. Likewise, removal of the pouch 1 is best undertaken while the weapon 20 is securely positioned on its side.

Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

Claims

1. A detachable pouch device for spent ammo casings, the pouch comprising:

a container section;

an upper flap section comprising one or more upper attachment points;

a lower flap section comprising one or more lower attachment points;

wherein

the container section forms a cavity;

the upper flap section extends upward from one side of the container section;

the lower flap section extends upward from one side of the container section, opposite the side of the upper flap section;

the one or more lower attachment points correspond to the one or more upper attachment points;

the upper flap section is pulled overlapping the lower flap section, forming a loop and aligning each flap section's corresponding attachment points; and

the corresponding upper and lower attachment points are removably attached, securing the upper flap to the lower flap.

2. The device of claim 1, wherein the cavity formed by the container section is positioned underneath an ejection chamber of a firearm and the upper flap section is pulled over the shoulder stock of the firearm when overlapping the lower flap section.

3. The device of claim 1, wherein the container, upper, and lower flap sections comprise a flame-retardant material.

4. The device of claim 3, wherein the flame-retardant material comprises of vinyl.

5. The device of claim 1, wherein the upper and lower attachment points comprise rivet snap structures further wherein the one or more upper attachment points comprise insertion snap structures and the one or more lower attachment points comprise receiving snap structures.

6. The device of claim 1, wherein the lower flap section further comprises one or more groups of alternate lower attachment points corresponding to the number of upper attachment points and wherein the upper attachment points may instead be aligned with and removably attached to one of the groups of alternate lower attachment points.

7. A detachable pouch device for spent ammo casings, the pouch comprising:

a container section;

an upper flap section comprising one or more upper attachment points;

a lower flap section comprising one or more lower attachment points;

wherein

the container section forms a cavity;

the upper flap section extends upward from one side of the container section;

the lower flap section extends upward from one side of the container section, opposite the side of the upper flap section;

the one or more lower attachment points correspond to the one or more upper attachment points;

the cavity formed by container section is positioned underneath an ejection chamber of a firearm;

the upper flap section is pulled over the shoulder stock area of the firearm, continuing to overlap the lower flap section, forming a loop and aligning each flap section's corresponding attachment points; and

the corresponding upper and lower attachment points are removably attached, securing the pouch to the firearm with the container section suspended underneath the firearm.

8. The device of claim 7, wherein the container, upper, and lower flap sections comprise a flame-retardant material.

9. The device of claim 8, wherein the flame-retardant material comprises of vinyl.

10. The device of claim 7, wherein the upper and lower attachment points comprise rivet snap structures further wherein the one or more upper attachment points comprise insertion snap structures and the one or more lower attachment points comprise receiving snap structures.

11. The device of claim 7, wherein the lower flap section further comprises one or more groups of alternate lower attachment points corresponding to the number of upper attachment points and wherein the upper attachment points may instead be aligned with and removably attached to one of the groups of alternate lower attachment points.

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