Patent ID: 7339456
Filing Date: 2008-03-04
Classification: F41A

Abstract:
1. A pistol having a locking mechanism configured to lock a trigger mechanism of the pistol if an attempt is made by an unauthorized person to fire the pistol, the locking mechanism comprising: an identification unit configured to detect an identification signal inputted into the identification unit; a control unit connected to the identification unit, the control unit configured to compare the signal inputted into the identification unit with a stored identification code; an actuator device including a geared motor connected to the control unit and connected by a threaded spindle and nut connection with a mechanical locking element which is movable between a locked position and an unlocked position, wherein in the locked position the locking element locks a trigger tongue of the pistol; a battery for supplying electrical power to the locking mechanism; and a plurality of display elements configured to display an operating status of the locking mechanism.