Abstract:
An apparatus includes a first gunsight and a second gunsight, where both the first and the second sights are configured to be positioned on a forward portion of a barrel of a firearm. According to an embodiment, a third gunsight may be configured to be positioned on the forward portion of the barrel. The gunsight may be interchangeable with different gunsights.

Description:
CLAIM OF PRIORITY 
       [0001]    This application a continuation patent application of and claims prior from, U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/069,267, filed on Oct. 27, 2014, which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety for all purposes. 
     
    
     FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE 
       [0002]    The disclosure relates to firearms, and more particularly, to gunsights as may be present on pistols, rifles, toy guns, shotguns, and other real and mock firearms. 
       BACKGROUND 
       [0003]    When discharging a firearm, a shooter initially focuses the single post on the forward (e.g., far/front) portion of the barrel. The shooter then focuses on the rear (e.g., near/back/handle-side) gunsight, and then focuses on the target. This aiming process can cost a shooter crucial moments of delay while competing, defending, or hunting. 
       SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE 
       [0004]    According to an embodiment, an apparatus includes a first gunsight and a second gunsight, where both the first and the second sights are configured to be positioned on a forward portion of a barrel of a firearm. According to an embodiment, a third gunsight may be configured to be positioned on the forward portion of the barrel. 
         [0005]    The first gunsight may include an elongated along an axis parallel to a length of the barrel. The first gunsight may include a post. The first gunsight may include a translucent, or a semi-opaque material. The translucent material may include a fiber optic material or a tritium material. The translucent material may be tinted. 
         [0006]    An axis of the first gunsight may be aligned in a parallel orientation relative to an axis of the second gunsight. According to another embodiment, an axis of the first gunsight may be angled relative to an axis of the second gunsight. A length of the first gunsight may be staggered with respect to a length of the second gunsight. According to another embodiment, a length of the first gunsight is aligned with respect to a length of the second gunsight. A length of the first gunsight may extend substantially along a length of the barrel. 
         [0007]    A width of the first gunsight may be wider than a width of the second gunsight. A height of the first gunsight may be the same as a height of the second gunsight. A height of the first gunsight may be higher than a height of the second gunsight. 
         [0008]    The apparatus may include a base onto which at least one of the first and second gunsights are mounted, where the base is attachable to the barrel. At least one of the first gunsight and a base section attached to the first gunsight slides into a groove proximate barrel. The apparatus may further include a cover portion that attaches to the barrel and to at least one of the first gunsight and a base section attached to the first gunsight. The first gunsight may be positioned on a different side of the barrel than a rear sight, 
         [0009]    According to another embodiment, an apparatus includes a first gunsight that may be replaced with another interchangeable gunsight. The apparatus may thither include an attachment mechanism configured to secure the interchangeable gunsight to a firearm, wherein the interchangeable gunsight is one of a plurality of interchangeable gunsights configured to be attached to the firearm using the attachment mechanism or a second attachment mechanism. 
         [0010]    Advantages and features that characterize embodiments are set forth in the claims annexed hereto and forming a further part hereof. However, for a better understanding of the invention, and of the advantages and objectives attained through its use, reference should be made to the Drawings and to the accompanying descriptive matter in which there are described exemplary embodiments. 
     
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
       [0011]    An embodiment of a gunsight system may make it easier to focus on targets downrange using both eyes. Conventional sights cause shooters to often shoot with one eye closed. The gunsight system of an embodiment may allow a shooter to see the target while maintaining situational awareness and depth perception. A user may draw their weapon and acquire their target faster. 
         [0012]    The sighting system may maintain greater accuracy. When aiming down the sight, for instance, at 20 ft, accuracy may stay within a 4.5 inch spread no matter which framing post is used. The sights may be lightweight and machined from polymer or steel or plastic or wood or metal, or porcelain or virtually any material. The gunsights may include two channels separated by three fiver or tritium sigh pieces. By machining a rail system compatible with popular gun companies, designs may be used on handguns, shotguns, or rifles, among other firearms. 
         [0013]    Portions of the gunsights may be connected to one another. In this sense, it sight of an embodiment may include a structure extending perpendicular to a surface of a barrel. 
         [0014]    Sights may be positioned at any orientation (i.e., 360 degrees) around the barrel. Such an orientation may be advantageous when a shooter turns a rifle or other firearm sideways. Certain embodiments may include multiple sets of framing sights around a barrel of a gun to allow a shooter to selectively use them. For example, a first framing sight set (comprising multiple gunsights) may be oriented on an opposite side of a barrel relative to a second framing sight. 
         [0015]      FIG. 1  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  100  a includes forward gunsights  102 .  FIG. 2  is a side view of a firearm sighting system  200  that includes forward gunsights similar or identical to gunsights  102  of  FIG. 1 . 
         [0016]      FIG. 3  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  300  that includes forward gunsights  302 .  FIG. 4  is a side view of a firearm sighting system  400  that includes forward gunsights similar or identical to gunsights  302  of  FIG. 3 . 
         [0017]      FIG. 5  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  500  that includes forward gunsights  502 .  FIG. 6  is a side view of a firearm sighting system  600  that includes forward gunsights similar or identical to gunsights  502  of  FIG. 5 . 
         [0018]      FIG. 7  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  700  that includes forward gunsights  702 .  FIG. 8  is a front view of a firearm sighting system  800  that includes forward gunsights similar or identical to gunsights  702  of  FIG. 7 . 
         [0019]      FIG. 9  shows a perspective view of gunsight  900  that include a sight  902  with a hollow portion into which a translucent portion  904  is positioned to catch light. 
         [0020]      FIG. 10  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  1000  that includes forward gunsights  1002 .  FIG. 11  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  1100  that includes forward gunsights  1102 .  FIG. 12  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  1200  that includes forward gunsights  1202 .  FIG. 13  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  1300  that includes forward gunsights  1302 .  FIG 14  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  1400  that includes forward gunsights  1402 .  FIG. 15  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  1500  that includes forward gunsights  1502 .  FIG. 16  is a top view of a firearm sighting system  1600  that includes forward gunsights  1602 . 
         [0021]      FIG. 17  is a to view of a firearm sighting system  1700  that includes forward gunsights  1702 . The sights  1702  may be mounted on a platform or base  1704  that is attached to the firearm, For instance, a sleeve or adhesive or mechanical fastener may attach the sights  1702  such that they may be interchangeably exchanged far another set of sights.  FIG. 18  is a front view of a firearm sighting system  1800  that includes forward gunsights similar or identical to gunsights  1702  of  FIG. 17 . 
         [0022]      FIG. 19  shows different embodiments of gunsights  1902 ,  1904 ,  1906 ,  1908 ,  1910  that may be interchangeably or permanently mounted onto a forward portion of a firearm. The gunsights  1902   1904 ,  1906 ,  1908 ,  1910  may include translucent portions.  FIGS. 20 and 21  show embodiments of gunsights  2002 ,  2004 ,  2006 ,  2008 ,  2010 ,  2012 ,  2102 ,  2104 ,  2106 ,  2108  that may be interchangeably or permanently mounted onto a forward Portion of a firearm. The gunsights may include translucent and/or hollow/see-through portions. 
         [0023]    Those skilled in the art may make numerous uses and modifications of and departures from the specific apparatus and techniques disclosed herein without departing from the inventive concepts. Consequently, the disclosed embodiments should be construed as embracing each and every novel feature and novel combination of features present in or possessed by the apparatus and techniques disclosed herein and limited only by the scope of the appended claims, and equivalents thereof.