Patent Publication Number: US-11022400-B2

Title: Ambidextrous survival self-defense tool

Description:
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
     This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/782,443 filed on Dec. 20, 2018. The above identified patent application is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety to provide continuity of disclosure. 
    
    
     BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
     The present invention relates to an ambidextrous survival self-defense tool. More particularly, the present invention provides an ambidextrous survival self-defense tool to be used when acting in self-defense that is easy to use. 
     Many people are unfortunately placed in a situation today where they need to defend themselves against attackers. When in these situations a person may wish to have something to defend themselves with. In this situation there are many different options however, each of these options may present complications. For example, using a gun or a knife could result in legal trouble for the individual that felt the need to defend themselves. Many states do not allow various forms of protection because they are deemed dangerous and can cause severe injury. 
     Consequently, there is a need in for an improvement in the art of self-defense devices. The present invention substantially diverges in design elements from the known art while at the same time solves a problem many people face in protecting themselves. In this regard the present invention substantially fulfills these needs. 
     SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
     The present invention provides an ambidextrous survival self-defense tool wherein the same can be utilized for providing convenience for the user when acting in self-defense. The ambidextrous survival self-defense tool comprises a first bar and a second bar. The first bar has a plurality of ribs. A second end of the first bar comes to a blunt point that is narrower than the rest of the bar, the point may be rounded. The second bar is perpendicularly attached to the first bar. A striker ball is attached to the first bar on the end opposite the blunt point. A second striker ball is attached to the second bar on the end opposite the connection to the first bar. Another object of the invention Other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. 
     Another aspect of the survival self-defense tool is a very powerful versatile and efficient tool allowing by is weight and versatility the defender to use it even with any basic online training. As far as is perfect ergonomic fit, it will not fall from open hands up in self-defense position. Also, it is very hard to take the ambidextrous self-defense too from one&#39;s hands if you squire it hard. A very important aspect of the survival self-defense tool is, it is a non-intimidating tool, and there is no need for a concealed carry permit. It is important that the ambidextrous self-defense tool is a non—lethal device. This ensures that the tool is not classified as a weapon. 
     Another object of the present invention is an ambidextrous survival self-defense tool, comprising, a first bar and a second bar, wherein the first bar is ribbed. The first bar has a first and a second end. The second end of the first bar defines a point, wherein the point has a glass breaker located thereon. The second bar having a first end and a second end. The second bar is perpendicularly attached to the first bar at the first end of the second bar between the first end and second end of the first bar. 
     Other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       Although the characteristic features of this invention will be particularly pointed out in the claims, the invention itself and manner in which it may be made and used may be better understood after a review of the following description, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings wherein like numeral annotations are provided throughout. 
         FIG. 1  shows a top down view of an embodiment of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool. 
         FIG. 2  shows an in-use view of an embodiment of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool with the second bar disposed between an index and middle finger. 
         FIG. 3  shows an in-use view of an embodiment of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool with the second bar disposed between a middle finger and a ring finger. 
         FIG. 4  shows an in-use view of an embodiment of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool with the second striker held by the user. 
         FIG. 5  shows a perspective view of an embodiment of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool with a belt cutter and a glass breaker. 
     
    
    
     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 ambidextrous survival self-defense tool. For the purposes of presenting a brief and clear description of the present invention, a preferred embodiment will be discussed as used for the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool. The figures are intended for representative purposes only and should not be considered to be limiting in any respect. 
     Referring now to  FIG. 1 , there is shown a top down view of an embodiment of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool. The ambidextrous survival self-defense tool is made up of a first bar  101  and a second bar  102 . The first bar  101  has a length greater than that of the second bar  102 . The first bar  101  has a plurality of ribs  106  covering at least part of the length of the bar. The ribs  106  are configured to make the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool easier to grip. In this manner, the ribs  106  may allow a user to have a better grasp of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool, which can prevent the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool from slipping during use. 
     The second end of the first bar  101  narrows toward the end. This narrowing can happen gradually over a length  105  of the bar. The narrowing forms a blunt pointed tip  108 . This blunt tip may be rounded to ensure it will not puncture skin. On a first end of the first bar  101  there may be a striker  103 . The striker  103  may have a width that is greater than that of the first bar  101 . The striker  103  may be a rounded ball that attached to the first end of the first bar  101 . 
     The second bar  102  may be perpendicularly attached to the first bar  101  between the first and second ends of the first bar  101  at an attachment point  107 . The second bar  102  may have a width that will allow it to be placed between fingers. On a second end of the second bar  102  there may be a striker  104 . The striker  104  may have a width that is greater than that of the second bar  102 . The striker  104  may be a rounded ball that attached to the end of the second bar  102 . 
     The device may be made up of various materials. In one embodiment he device is made of wood. In another embodiment the device may be made of a heavy plastic. In third embodiment the device can be metal. In one embodiment the ambidextrous self-defense tool is made from 140 grams of a high-grade metal. The device may have a protective coating placed thereon. The coating may be a rubber covering. In second embodiment the coating can be a paint mixture. 
     Referring to  FIGS. 2-4  there is shown various in use images of an embodiment of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool. The unit may be proportioned to fit in a user&#39;s hand. In one embodiment the device may be held such that the second bar  102  is placed between a user&#39;s index finger and middle finger. In this embodiment the second striker  104  will protrude above the fingers. In another embodiment the device may be used by placing the second bar  102  between a user&#39;s middle finger and ring finger. Similarly, in this embodiment the second striker  104  will protrude above the fingers. In yet another embodiment a user may grasp the second striker  104  and the second bar  102 . In this embodiment the second striker  104  will be covered by the hand and the first bar  101  will run along the user&#39;s wrist. 
     Referring now to  FIG. 5 , there is shown a perspective view of an embodiment of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool with a belt cutter and a glass breaker. The blunt tip of the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool may have a glass breaker  501  attached. The glass breaker  501  is a pointed tip made from a sufficiently hard material that will allow safety glass to be broken on contact. The glass breaker  501  should be relatively short such that it will not puncture skin. 
     In this embodiment there is also a belt cutter  502 . The belt cutter  502  is configured to be placed along the device. The belt cutter  502  is sharp enough to cut through a seat belt of a motor vehicle. This will allow the ambidextrous survival self-defense tool to also function as an emergency tool. 
     It is therefore submitted that the instant invention has been shown and described in what is considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments. It is recognized, however, that departures may be made within the scope of the invention and that obvious modifications will occur to a person skilled in the art. With respect to the above description then, it is to be realized that the optimum dimensional relationships for the parts of the invention, to include variations in size, materials, shape, form, function and manner of operation, assembly and use, are deemed readily apparent and obvious to one skilled in the art, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be encompassed by the present invention. 
     Therefore, the foregoing is considered as illustrative only of the principles of the invention. Further, since numerous modifications and changes will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described, and accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents may be resorted to, falling within the scope of the invention.