Wand Holster

A wand holster. The wand holster includes an elongated strap. The elongated strap defines a top end. The top end of the elongated strap is oriented opposite of a bottom end of the elongated strap. The bottom end of the elongated strap includes a retaining pouch. The retaining pouch defines an upper opening and a lower opening. A channel is formed between, and is accessible by, the upper opening and the lower opening.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a wand holster. Magic wands, or similar items, are an essential item for many people who actively participate in role-playing games or similar activities. Such activities are enjoyed by people of all ages to stay active, meet new people or to simply have fun. Magic wands serve numerous functions during these activities. For example, a magic wand may serve as a functional prop for a character or may serve a decorative purpose. Regardless, the individual in possession of the wand would undoubtedly wish to keep the wand safe. Some wands can be expensive, not only in a financial sense but also in a sentimental sense. In role-playing games, or similar activities, wands form a part of the identity of the carrier.

Most wands come with a sort of protective package when they are purchased, such as a common cardboard box filled with padding material. This type of packaging, however, is unhelpful when participating in a role-playing game because it, at best, is ineffective and inconvenient, and at worst breaks the immersion of not only the wielder, but every other participant. Failure to properly secure a wand in such settings can cause the wand to become lost or broken. Some wands can even be expensive enough that failure to properly secure them can lead to them being stolen.

Therefore, there is a defined need amongst the known arts for a holster that will allow an individually to safely and effectively store a wand on his or her person, while allowing for them to have ample movement and flexibility.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known types of wand carriers and holders now present in the prior art, the present invention provides a wand holster wherein the same can be utilized for providing convenience for the user when safely and securely storing a magic wand.

The present system comprises an elongated strap. The elongated strap defines a top end. The top end of the elongated strap is oriented opposite of a bottom end of the elongated strap. The bottom end of the elongated strap includes a retaining pouch. The retaining pouch defines an upper opening and a lower opening. As such, a distal end of a wand can be placed therein. A channel is formed between, and is accessible by, the upper opening and the lower opening.

It is another object of the present invention to provide a retaining latch on the top end of the elongated strap, such that a base end of a wand can be secured therein.

It is a further object of the present invention to provide a protrusion defined by the retaining latch, such that the base end of the wand can be more effectively secured therein.

It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a retaining latch that is made of a fixed rubber material, such that the retaining latch can be moved and positioned by the user with relative ease.

It is another object of the present invention to provide a loop defined at the top end of the elongated strap on a side opposite the retaining pouch, such that the wand holster can be secured to an object, such as a belt.

It is a further object of the present invention to provide a wand holster that is made of a durable material, such as leather, such as to provide enhanced durability and lifespan to the wand holster.

It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a retaining pouch with an upper opening that is of a greater diameter than the lower opening, such that the wand can pass through the upper opening while not fully passing through the lower opening.

It is yet a further object of the present invention to provide an elongated member that defines a taper from a middle section inward towards either the top end or the bottom end of the elongated member, such as to provide a contour of the wand.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Reference is made herein to the attached drawings. Like reference numerals are used throughout the drawings to depict like or similar elements of the wand holster. The figures are intended for representative purposes only and should not be considered to be limiting in any respect.

Referring now toFIG. 1, there is shown a perspective view of an embodiment of the wand holster. The wand holster comprises an elongated strap11. The elongated strap11defines a top end12. The top end12is defined on the elongated strap11opposite a bottom end13. The wand holster is, ideally, made from a durable material. As such, the usable life of the wand holster may be prolonged. For example, the wand holster may be made of leather, with the further structural features being sewn thereupon.

The bottom end13defines a retaining pouch14. The retaining pouch14defines an upper opening15disposed oppositely a lower opening16. A channel extends between the upper opening15and the lower opening16. In the illustrated embodiment, the upper opening15is of a greater diameter than the lower opening16. As such, a distal end of a wand can pass through the upper opening15while not fully passing through the lower opening16, such that the wand can be held in a stable position therein.

In some embodiments, the wand holster further comprises a retaining latch17disposed on the top end12of the elongated strap11. The retaining latch17is configured to secure an upper portion of a wand to the elongated strap11. In the illustrated embodiment, the retaining latch17comprises a protrusion18. The protrusion18is centrally defined on the retaining latch17and extends outward from the retaining latch17in a direction opposite the elongated strap11. The protrusion18is of a shape suitable for securing a wand therein, such as a semicircular shape. Furthermore, the protrusion18is dimensioned to receive a wand therein. The retaining latch17may be made of any suitably flexible and stable material. For example, the retaining latch17may be made of a fixed rubber material or a rubber-coated malleable metal material, such that the user can manipulate the shape of the retaining latch17as needed to properly and securely hold the wand.

In the illustrated embodiment, a loop19is defined at the top end12of the elongated strap11. In the specific embodiment, the loop19is formed as an extension of the elongated strap11that extends upward, curves outwardly in a direction opposite the retaining pouch14. The loop19is dimensioned to receive a belt or strap therethrough. As such, the loop19can be utilized to attach the wand holster to a desired location, such as the waist of the individual wearing the wand holster. In the illustrated embodiment, the loop19extends downward from the top end12of the elongated strap11before terminating at a position above the upper opening15of the retaining pouch14.

In the shown embodiment, the elongated strap11defines a taper from a middle section20of the elongated strap11inwardly towards the bottom end13of the elongated strap11. As such, the elongated strap11will narrow as a wand would narrow that is stored in the wand holster. Furthermore, in the shown embodiment, the elongated strap11defines a second taper extending from the middle section20of the elongated strap11inwardly towards the top end12of the elongated strap11. Additionally, in the shown embodiment, the corners defined by the wand holster are rounded, such that the wand holster will not poke, prod, or otherwise uncomfortably contact the individual wearing the wand holster.

Referring now toFIG. 2, there is shown a side view of an embodiment of the wand holster in use. In use, a wand21can be inserted into the wand holster and can be securely stored therein. The wand21, traditionally having a handle end and a distal end, is shown stored in the wand holster, wherein the wand21is in parallel alignment with the elongated strap11. The distal end of the wand21extends through the retaining pouch14. As shown, the tip of the wand21extends outwardly from the bottom end13of the elongated strap11. In the demonstrated embodiment, a portion of the elongated strap11extends beyond the retaining pouch14such that it acts as a backing for the tip of the wand21.

Once the distal end of the wand21is inserted into the retaining pouch14, the user may secure the handle end of the wand21using the retaining latch17. As shown, the retaining latch17includes a protrusion18that is dimensioned to hold the wand21. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle of the wand21rests on the retaining latch17, providing additional security to the wand21.

Additionally, in the illustrated embodiment, the loop19of the elongated strap11is secured to a belt22that is wrapped around the waist of a user. By securing the loop19to the belt22, the wand holster is securely attached to the user, allowing them to move actively and dynamically without risking the wand21or the wand holster from falling off of his or her body.