Patent Description:
The firearm according to the invention can preferably be a pistol, but it can also be a rifle, carbine, submachine gun, shotgun, etc. Firearms are guns that can be carried and used by one person.

The lighting assembly may comprise one or more light sources and emit, for example, light and/or LASER light in the visible and/or non-visible range (for example infrared).

Firearm users vary in physique. In particular, the hands of the firearm users are of different sizes. There has long been a need to be able to adapt a firearm to different users. Particularly when a firearm is equipped with add-on parts, such as a lighting assembly, there should be flexible adaptability to the user and the lighting assembly should be easy to operate.

<CIT> discloses a lighting assembly for a firearm. The lighting assembly is longitudinally slidably received on a firearm frame assembly. The position of the lighting assembly relative to the frame assembly is adjustable.

Although <CIT> features adaptability of the lighting assembly to the user, it is only insufficient.

Another lighting assembly is known from <CIT>. This, too, has only insufficient adaptability to the user.

The object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art and to provide an improved lighting assembly for a firearm, and a firearm equipped with the lighting assembly, and an actuating element for the lighting assembly.

This object is achieved by a lighting assembly and a firearm according to the claims.

According to the invention, a lighting assembly is designed for a firearm. The lighting assembly comprises:.

wherein the first actuating element receptacle is arranged at a first position of the housing.

The first actuating element receptacle is designed in such a way that the first actuating element in the form of a first pressing actuator can be received in the first actuating element receptacle, wherein the first pressing actuator can be slid along a linear direction, in particular along the longitudinal direction, relative to the housing, and wherein the first switch can be actuated by the sliding in the linear direction of the first pressing actuator relative to the housing
and that the first actuating element in the form of a first rocking actuator can be received in the first actuating element receptacle, wherein the first rocking actuator can be pivoted about a first pivot axis, in particular about a first vertical axis, relative to the housing, and wherein the first switch can be actuated by the pivoting of the first rocking actuator relative to the housing.

The lighting assembly according to the invention has the advantage that the actual functionality of the first actuating element can be freely configured due to the fact that both a pressing actuator and a rocking actuator can be received in the first actuating receptacle. Thus, depending on the requirement, for example a pressing actuator or a rocking actuator may be inserted into the first actuating receptacle. Thus, for example, a pressing actuator or a rocking actuator may be used in the first actuating receptacle. If different actuators are made available to the user, he can configure a pressing actuation or a rocking actuation according to his wishes. The free choice of different actuators allows the adaptability of the firearm to be improved.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the following components are formed:.

In addition, the second actuating element receptacle may be designed in such a way that the second actuating element in the form of a second pressing actuator can be received in the second actuating element receptacle, wherein the second pressing actuator can be slid along a linear direction, in particular along the longitudinal direction, relative to the housing, and wherein the second switch can be actuated by the sliding in the linear direction of the second pressing actuator relative to the housing, and that the second actuating element in the form of a rocking actuator can be received in the second actuating element receptacle, wherein the rocking actuator can be pivoted about a vertical axis relative to the housing, and wherein the second switch can be actuated by the pivoting of the rocking actuator relative to the housing.

These features have the advantage that the actual functionality of the first actuating element and the second actuating element can be freely configured due to the fact that both a pressing actuator and a rocking actuator can be received in the first actuating receptacle and also in the second actuating receptacle. Thus, depending on the requirement, for example a pressing actuator or a rocking actuator may be inserted into the first actuating receptacle or into the second actuating receptacle. Thus, for example, a pressing actuator may be used in the first actuating receptacle and a rocking actuator may be used in the second actuating receptacle. If different actuators are made available to the user, he can configure a pressing actuation or a rocking actuation according to his wishes. The free choice of different actuators allows the adaptability of the firearm to be improved.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the first actuating element receptacle is arranged on a left side of the housing with respect to the longitudinal direction and the second actuating element receptacle is arranged on a right side of the housing with respect to the longitudinal direction. This measure allows the lighting assembly to be adapted to both left-handed and right-handed users.

In an alternative embodiment variant it may also be provided that the first actuating receptacle is only arranged on the left side of the housing and no actuating receptacle is formed on the right side of the housing.

In an alternative embodiment variant it may also be provided that the first actuating receptacle is only arranged on the right side of the housing and no actuating receptacle is formed on the left side of the housing.

In a further alternative embodiment variant it may also be provided that the actuating receptacle is arranged on an upper side or on an underside of the housing.

In yet another embodiment variant it may also be provided that the first actuating receptacle and the second actuating receptacle are arranged next to one another or one above the other on the housing.

An actuating element which is used for actuating the switch by being slid in the longitudinal direction relative to the housing is referred to as a pressing actuator. In particular, the pressing actuator can be pressed forward in the longitudinal direction by means of a finger of the user.

An actuating element which is received in the actuating element receptacle such that it can pivot about a pivot axis, so that the switch can be switched by lateral pressure on the rocking actuator, is referred to as a rocking actuator.

Furthermore, it may be expedient if the first actuating element is designed in the form of a first combination actuator with pressing functionality and rocking functionality. This has the advantage that, with only one configuration of an actuator, it can be actuated both by axial sliding and by rocking. The total number of different components can thus be reduced and thus the complexity of storage can be reduced.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the second actuating element is designed in the form of a second combination actuator with pressing functionality and rocking functionality. This has the advantage that, with only one configuration of an actuator, it can be actuated both by axial sliding and by rocking. The total number of different components can thus be reduced and thus the complexity of storage can be reduced.

Furthermore, it is also conceivable that when using a combination actuator, the sliding function or the rocking function is blocked by means of a blocking element, such as a pin. If the pin is inserted in the front area, it can be used to block the sliding function. If the pin is inserted in the rear area, it can be used to block the rocking function. This allows the sliding-rocking combination to be optionally converted into just a sliding function or just a rocking function.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a transverse return spring is formed, wherein the transverse return spring is received in a return spring channel in such a way as to be guided transversely in the housing and acts on the first actuating element. Furthermore, it may be provided that the transverse return spring acts on the first actuating element and the second actuating element at the same time. This has the advantage that the first actuating element and the second actuating element can be held in their rest position by the transverse return spring.

In addition, it may be provided that an unlocking clearance, which opens into the return spring channel, is formed in the housing, wherein the transverse return spring located in the return spring channel is accessible through the unlocking clearance and, by using a tool, can be disengaged from the first actuating element and/or the second actuating element. This has the advantage that it is possible to reach into the return spring channel through the unlocking clearance in order to disengage it from the first actuating element or the second actuating element. This measure allows the first actuating element or the second actuating element to be removed from the actuating element receptacle.

Also advantageous is an embodiment according to which it may be provided that a protective cover, which closes the unlocking clearance, is formed. This has the advantage that this measure can prevent dirt from penetrating into the return spring channel. In particular, it may be provided that the protective cover is formed from a flexible material, in particular from a rubber-like material. The protective cover may have a protective cover pin which is designed to be pressed into the unlocking clearance or into another clearance arranged in the housing, such as a bore for receiving a screw. In this case, the protective cover pin can be made slightly larger than the unlocking clearance or the other clearance, so that the protective cover is held in the unlocking clearance or in the other clearance.

According to a development, it is possible that the transverse return spring acts at the same time as a anti loss protection device for when the first actuating element is received in the first actuating element receptacle
and/or
that the transverse return spring acts at the same time as a anti loss protection device for when the second actuating element is received in the second actuating element receptacle. This has the advantage that the number of components can be kept low.

Furthermore, it may be expedient if, in the case of the first actuating element if it is designed in the form of the first pressing actuator, a first clearance is formed, which has a longitudinal extent in the longitudinal direction, wherein the longitudinal extent of the first clearance in the longitudinal direction is greater than a longitudinal extent of the transverse return spring in the longitudinal direction, wherein the first clearance together with the transverse return spring are used as an axial stop for limiting the axial sliding of the first pressing actuator along the longitudinal direction relative to the housing. This has the advantage that the transverse return spring acts as a anti loss protection device for the actuating element and at the same time limits the path of the actuating element.

In addition, it may be provided that, in the case of the first actuating element if it is designed in the form of the first pressing actuator, a depression with a depression ramp is formed, wherein the depression ramp is formed at a ramp angle to the longitudinal direction. This has the advantage that the depression or the depression ramp allows sliding of the actuating element in the longitudinal direction to be converted into a pressing movement for actuating the switch. The depression ramp can act here as a transmission.

Furthermore, it may be provided that, in the case of the first actuating element if it is designed in the form of the first pressing actuator, a first longitudinal return spring is formed. This measure makes it possible for the actuating element to be able to be returned to its starting position again after it has been pressed and thus after it has been slid in the longitudinal direction. In particular, it may be provided here that the first longitudinal return spring acts in the longitudinal direction or is formed in the longitudinal direction.

According to one particular embodiment, it is possible that the first actuating element receptacle and the second actuating element receptacle are formed symmetrically with respect to a central housing plane and that the first actuating element is formed symmetrically, at least in some sections, about a horizontal central plane, so that the first actuating element can be optionally used in the first actuating element receptacle or in the second actuating element receptacle. This has the advantage that the first actuating element may be used in the second actuating element receptacle and the second actuating element may be used in the first actuating element receptacle. Thus, one of the two actuating elements may be designed as a pressing actuator and the second of the two actuating elements may be designed as a rocking actuator, with the user being free to choose which of the actuating elements is inserted into the first actuating element receptacle and which of the actuating elements is inserted into the second actuating element receptacle. Thus, only two different types of actuating elements need to be supplied in order to achieve free configurability by the user. In addition, this measure allows the lighting assembly to be easily converted by the user from left-handed use to right-handed use without the need for additional components.

According to an advantageous development, it may be provided that different first actuating elements, which have a different overall length, are formed. This has the advantage that the different actuating elements allow the lighting assembly to be able to be easily adapted to the different physical requirements of different users. For example, an actuating element with a greater overall length can be used for users with shorter fingers, so that these users can easily reach or actuate the actuating element.

Furthermore, it is also conceivable that different first actuating elements are formed, which have other different properties, such as for instance different haptic characteristics of the user interface, a different material, a different colour, or some other individualization.

In particular, it may be advantageous if a front guiding clearance is formed in the first actuating element receptacle, wherein the front guiding clearance extends in the longitudinal direction, wherein the front guiding clearance has at its front end a guiding clearance base with a rounding, wherein the first actuating element has a pivot bearing section which corresponds to the rounding of the front guiding clearance, wherein the pivot bearing section forms with the guiding clearance base a pivot axis about the vertical axis. This has the advantage that an articulated reception of the actuating element in the actuating element receptacle can be achieved by this measure, so that a pressing movement in the transverse direction on the actuating element can be converted into a switching movement of the switch.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a lower guiding clearance is formed in the first actuating element receptacle, wherein the first actuating element has a lower guiding lug, which corresponds to the lower guiding clearance. This has the advantage that the lower guiding clearance allows longitudinal guidance of the actuating element to be achieved. In particular, it may be provided that the lower guiding lug is received in the lower guiding clearance in such a way that it can be slid in the longitudinal direction.

In addition, it may be provided that the lower guiding clearance has an outer guiding surface facing a central housing plane, wherein the outer guiding surface is at a varying distance from the central housing plane when viewed in the longitudinal direction. Such a measure makes it possible for a longitudinal sliding of the actuating element to be able to be converted into a pressing movement of the actuating element, as a result of which an actuating element with a combined rocking function and pressing function can be achieved.

Furthermore, a firearm can be designed. The firearm comprises:.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a mounting rail, preferably a mounting rail of a frame, is formed, wherein the lighting assembly is removably received on the mounting rail.

At this point, reference is also made to <CIT> from the same applicant, which describes such a connection of a firearm to an accessory such as a lighting assembly.

However, the lighting assembly or its housing may also be connected to the firearm in a different way, for example a clamped connection by means of clamping jaws or direct attachment by means of a screw connection or bolts is conceivable. An integral design of the housing or a housing part with the firearm is also conceivable. The way in which the lighting assembly is connected to the firearm is not essential to the present invention, but is only described for the sake of completeness.

The mounting rail may be formed, for example, on the frame of a pistol below the barrel. However, the mounting rail may also be formed on the top, side or bottom of the receiver or handguard of a rifle. The mounting rail may be designed for example as a dovetail rail. One type of dovetail rail may be for example a Picatinny or Weaver rail. However, other designs, for example a T-slot, are also possible.

The firearm has the advantage that the actual functionality of the first actuating element and the second actuating element can be freely configured due to the fact that both a pressing actuator and a rocking actuator can be received in the first actuating receptacle and also in the second actuating receptacle. Thus, depending on the requirement, for example a pressing actuator or a rocking actuator may be inserted into the first actuating receptacle or into the second actuating receptacle. Thus, for example, a pressing actuator may be used in the first actuating receptacle and a rocking actuator may be used in the second actuating receptacle. If different actuators are made available to the user, he can configure a pressing actuation or a rocking actuation according to his wishes. The free choice of different actuators allows the adaptability of the lighting assembly to be improved.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the housing is of a multi-part design, wherein the housing has a main housing part and a housing cover, wherein the first actuating receptacle and the second actuating receptacle are arranged in the housing cover.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a first guiding groove and a second guiding groove are formed directly in a main housing part of a housing of the lighting assembly, wherein a first guiding lug corresponding to the first guiding groove and a second guiding lug corresponding to the second guiding groove are formed on the frame, wherein the lighting assembly can be pushed axially onto the guiding lugs of the frame, wherein a securing element, which may for example be designed as a securing pin or a securing shaft, is arranged in the housing and extends from the side of the first guiding groove to the side of the second guiding groove and below the first guiding groove and the second guiding groove is arranged in the main housing part, wherein the securing element has a securing lug, wherein the securing lug can optionally be brought into securing engagement with the frame by rotating the securing element about its axis of rotation.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the first switch and the second switch are each in the form of a microswitch.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the lighting assembly comprises the following components:.

wherein a force transmission element is formed, wherein the force transmission element is embedded in the sealing element, wherein the force transmission element is designed for force transmission from the actuating element to the switch.

The measures have the advantage that the force transmission element, which is embedded in the sealing element, allows an improved transmission of force between the actuating element and the switch to be achieved. As a result, the response of the switch when the actuating element is actuated can be improved. This simplifies the handling of a firearm equipped with the lighting assembly. The improved response of the switch can be achieved in that the overlapping of the sealing element with the force transmission element can be kept as small as possible, as a result of which the flexibility of the sealing element exerts the least possible disruptive influence on the force transmission. In addition, the lighting assembly can be flexibly equipped with a rocking actuator or a pressing actuator.

In particular, it may be provided that the force transmission element is embedded in a force transmission element receptacle. In particular, it may be provided that the force transmission element is received in a form-fitting manner in the force transmission element receptacle.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the force transmission element receptacle is designed in the form of a spherical cap and is open to the outer side.

In particular, it may be provided that an opening on the outer side has a smaller cross section than the cavity behind it for receiving the force transmission element.

Furthermore, it may be expedient if the sealing element is formed from a first material and that the force transmission element is formed from a second material, wherein the second material has a higher modulus of elasticity than the first material. This measure makes it possible for the sealing element to have sufficient flexibility to be deformed for force transmission and the force transmission element to have sufficient rigidity to be able to be used for force transmission.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the sealing element is formed from a rubber-elastic material and that the force transmission element is formed from a metallic material. Good force transmission properties can be achieved particularly with such a combination of materials.

In addition, it may be provided that the force transmission element is designed in the form of a sphere. A force transmission element in the form of a sphere has the advantage that efficient force transmission can be achieved for actuating elements of different designs.

Also advantageous is an embodiment according to which it may be provided that the spherical shape of the force transmission element is embedded by more than <NUM>% in the sealing element. This has the advantage that the force transmission element can be captively retained when it is received in the sealing element. In particular, it may be provided that the flexibility of the sealing element allows the force transmission element to be slidable relative to the housing.

According to a development, it is possible that the force transmission element is not surrounded by the sealing element on the outer side and is designed for direct contact with the actuating element. This has the advantage that the direct contact of the force transmission element with the actuating element allows an improved and direct response to be achieved.

Furthermore, it may be expedient if the force transmission element is covered on the inner side by the sealing element, so that the force transmission element is designed for indirect contact with the switch, with the sealing element interposed. This has the advantage that improved sealing off of the interior can be achieved by this measure. The electrical components received in the interior are thus better protected.

In addition, it may be provided that the housing is of a multi-part design, wherein the housing has a main housing part and a housing cover, wherein an actuating element receptacle for receiving the actuating element is formed in the housing cover. This has the advantage that, by this measure, the electrical components received in the housing can be easily inserted into it.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the sealing element is formed as a separate component which is received in the housing, in particular in the housing cover. This has the advantage that the sealing element can be easily replaced.

According to a particular embodiment, it is possible that the sealing element is injection-moulded in a clearance of the housing cover, so that the sealing element is inseparably coupled to the housing cover. This has the advantage that this measure makes it easy to manufacture the lighting assembly and, moreover, it can have a robust structure.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the sealing element is arranged in the form of a shell on the inner side of the housing cover or is adapted to it.

In addition, it may be provided that the sealing element rests circumferentially on the main housing part in order to achieve a seal between the interior of the housing and the environment.

In addition, it may be provided that the sealing element has a flange which is clamped between the housing cover and the main housing part in order to achieve a seal between the interior of the housing and the environment.

A firearm frame assembly may also be provided. The frame assembly comprises:.

In particular, it may be advantageous if a first guiding groove and a second guiding groove are formed directly in a main housing part of a housing of the lighting assembly, wherein a first guiding lug corresponding to the first guiding groove and a second guiding lug corresponding to the second guiding groove are formed on the frame, wherein the lighting assembly can be pushed in the longitudinal direction onto the guiding lugs of the frame, wherein a securing element, which extends from the side of the first guiding groove to the side of the second guiding groove and below the first guiding groove and the second guiding groove is arranged in the main housing part, is arranged in the housing, wherein the securing element has a securing lug, wherein the securing lug can optionally be brought into securing engagement with the frame by rotating the securing element about its axis of rotation. This has the advantage that the lighting assembly can be easily received on the frame.

In particular, it may be provided that the light source is not received directly in the interior of the housing, but is received in the front housing cover and together with it is partially pushed into the interior of the housing.

The area that is located within the outer housing shell can be referred to as the interior of the housing.

Within the meaning of this document, switching the light source can be understood as switching on, switching off, switching between different brightness levels, switching between different lighting modes, switching between different colours, wavelengths (for example visible, infrared) and frequency ranges (for example laser) and the like.

For a better understanding of the invention, it is explained in more detail with reference to the following figures.

They respectively show in a greatly simplified, schematic representation:.

As an introduction, it should be noted that in the differently described embodiments the same parts are provided with the same reference numerals or the same component designations, it being possible for the disclosures contained throughout the description to be applied analogously to the same parts with the same reference numerals or the same component designations. The positional indications chosen in the description, such as top, bottom, left, right, side, etc., refer to the state of use of the firearm.

<FIG> shows an exploded representation of a first exemplary embodiment of a firearm <NUM> in the example of a pistol in a perspective view.

As can be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that the firearm <NUM> comprises a slide assembly <NUM>. Furthermore, it may be provided that the firearm <NUM> comprises a frame assembly <NUM>. The slide assembly <NUM> and the frame assembly <NUM> are shown spaced apart from each other in the representation of <FIG>.

In particular, it may be provided that, in the state of use of the firearm <NUM>, the slide assembly <NUM> is coupled to the frame assembly <NUM>.

The slide assembly <NUM> may comprise a barrel <NUM>. The frame assembly <NUM> may comprise a frame <NUM>.

A magazine receiving space <NUM>, which is used for receiving a magazine <NUM> pushed into it, may be formed in the frame <NUM>. The magazine <NUM> can be inserted in the frame <NUM> in a magazine insertion direction <NUM>.

As can also be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that a slide rail <NUM> for receiving the slide assembly <NUM> is formed on the frame <NUM>.

In particular, it may be provided that the frame <NUM> is formed as an injection-moulded part of plastic.

As can also be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that a mounting rail is formed on the frame <NUM> below the barrel <NUM> and a lighting assembly <NUM> is received on the mounting rail.

A special alignment of the linear direction, specifically in the longitudinal direction <NUM> of the lighting assembly <NUM>, extends parallel or at least approximately parallel to the barrel <NUM> when the lighting assembly <NUM> is in the installed state. In other embodiments, however, the linear direction can also assume a different position, for example vertical to the barrel or obliquely along an outer surface of the housing <NUM> of the lighting assembly <NUM>. The muzzle of the barrel <NUM> is in the front. The slide assembly <NUM> is located on top of the frame assembly <NUM>. The positional indications left and right relate to a position as shown in <FIG>. Here, the left side faces the viewer and the right side faces away from the viewer. In the exemplary embodiment represented, the first position is referred to as the left side. The second position is referred to as the right side. Accordingly, the first components may be located on the left side of the lighting assembly <NUM> and the second components may be located on the right side of the lighting assembly <NUM>.

The firearm <NUM>, in particular the slide assembly <NUM> and the frame assembly <NUM>, may of course comprise other common components known to a person skilled in the art, such as for instance a trigger, etc., reference being made here to general specialist knowledge and these components therefore not described separately for the sake of clarity.

<FIG> shows the firearm <NUM> in a further perspective view, with the same reference numerals or component designations as in the preceding <FIG> being used again for the same parts. In order to avoid unnecessary repetitions, reference is made to the detailed description in the preceding <FIG>.

As can be seen by looking at <FIG> and <FIG> together, it may be provided that the lighting assembly <NUM> has a housing <NUM>. The housing <NUM> may comprise a main housing part <NUM>. Furthermore, it may be provided that the housing <NUM> comprises a housing cover <NUM>. The housing cover <NUM> may be arranged on a rear side of the main housing part <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the housing cover is coupled to the main housing part <NUM> by means of fastening means, in particular by means of screws.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the housing <NUM> comprises a front housing cover <NUM>. The front housing cover <NUM> may be arranged on a front side of the main housing part <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the front housing cover <NUM> is coupled to the main housing part <NUM> by means of a form-fitting connection, in particular by means of a bayonet connection.

In particular, it may be provided that the main housing part <NUM> is formed in one piece. The main housing part <NUM> may be formed here for example as a die-cast part of aluminium. Furthermore, it is also conceivable that the main housing part <NUM> is formed as an injection-moulded part of a plastic. In addition, it is also conceivable that the main housing part <NUM> is milled from a block of solid material or a semi-finished product or is manufactured additively.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a first guiding groove <NUM> and a second guiding groove <NUM> are formed in the main housing part <NUM>. A first guiding lug <NUM> corresponding to the first guiding groove <NUM> and a second guiding lug <NUM> corresponding to the second guiding groove <NUM>, which may be formed in particular in the form of a mounting rail, may be formed on the firearm <NUM>, in particular on the frame <NUM>. As a result, the lighting assembly <NUM> can be pushed onto the guiding lugs <NUM>, <NUM> axially or in the longitudinal direction <NUM>.

In an alternative embodiment variant that is not shown, it may also be provided that the lighting assembly <NUM> is designed at least partially as an integral part of the firearm <NUM>.

In yet another embodiment variant, it may also be provided that the lighting assembly <NUM> is coupled to the firearm <NUM> by means of a screw connection.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a securing element <NUM>, for example a securing pin or a securing shaft, is arranged in the housing <NUM> and extends from the side of the first guiding groove <NUM> to the side of the second guiding groove <NUM> and below the first guiding groove <NUM> and the second guiding groove <NUM> is arranged in the main housing part <NUM>. The securing element <NUM> may have a securing lug <NUM>, wherein the securing lug <NUM> can optionally be brought into securing engagement with the frame <NUM> by rotating the securing element <NUM> about its axis of rotation <NUM>.

<FIG> shows a further embodiment of the lighting assembly <NUM>, which may be independent in itself, with the same reference numerals or component designations as in the preceding <FIG> and <FIG> being used again for the same parts. In order to avoid unnecessary repetitions, reference is made to the detailed description in the preceding <FIG> and <FIG>.

In <FIG>, the individual components of the lighting assembly <NUM> are shown in an exploded representation. As shown in <FIG>, an interior <NUM> of the housing <NUM> may be formed within the main housing part <NUM>, the housing cover <NUM> and the front housing cover <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the interior <NUM> is mainly formed in the main housing part <NUM>, wherein the main housing part <NUM> is closed by the housing cover <NUM> and the front housing cover <NUM>. Parts of the housing cover <NUM> and the front housing cover <NUM> which protrude into the main housing part <NUM> can thus be arranged in the interior <NUM> of the housing <NUM>. However, components are also considered to be arranged in the interior <NUM> of the housing <NUM> if they are located exclusively in the housing cover <NUM> or in the front housing cover <NUM>.

It may also be provided that a light source <NUM> is arranged in the interior <NUM>. The light source <NUM> may for example be formed as an LED and emit light and/or LASER light in the visible and/or non-visible range (for example infrared). In particular, it may be provided here that the light source <NUM> is integrated directly in the front housing cover <NUM>. The interior <NUM> may also be used for receiving a battery or for receiving a rechargeable battery. Furthermore, it may be provided that a contact <NUM>, which can be used for contacting the battery or the rechargeable battery, is formed in the front housing cover <NUM>. Furthermore, it may be provided that one or more sealing rings <NUM>, which act between the front housing cover <NUM> and the main housing part <NUM>, are arranged on the front housing cover <NUM>. The sealing rings <NUM> can be used for sealing off the interior <NUM>.

As can also be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that a securing element receptacle <NUM> is formed in the main housing part <NUM>. The securing element receptacle <NUM> may be formed as a bore which extends in a transverse direction <NUM> in the main housing part <NUM>. The securing element receptacle <NUM> may also have shaped clearances, which are used for receiving the securing lug <NUM> of the securing element <NUM>.

As can also be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that a switching mechanism for switching the light source <NUM> on and off is formed in the housing <NUM>, in particular in the housing cover <NUM>. The switching mechanism may be coupled to switching electronics. The switching electronics can be programmed differently according to different requirements.

In <FIG>, the lighting assembly <NUM> of the exemplary embodiment from <FIG> is shown in the assembled state in a sectional representation according to the section line IV - IV from <FIG>, with the same reference numerals or component designations as in the preceding <FIG> being used again for the same parts. In order to avoid unnecessary repetitions, reference is made to the detailed description in the preceding <FIG>.

The further description of the structure of the lighting assembly <NUM> takes place in a synopsis of <FIG> and <FIG>. As can be seen particularly well from <FIG>, it may be provided that a first switch <NUM> and a second switch <NUM>, which are used for switching the light source <NUM>, are formed. In particular, it may be provided that the switches <NUM>, <NUM> are used for switching the light source <NUM> by means of the switching electronics.

Furthermore, a first actuating element <NUM> may be provided. The first actuating element <NUM> may be used for actuating the first switch <NUM>. In particular, the first actuating element <NUM> may be used for actuation by a user. The first actuating element <NUM> can be received in a first actuating element receptacle <NUM>. The first actuating element receptacle <NUM> may be formed here in the housing cover <NUM>.

Furthermore, a second actuating element <NUM>, which can be received in a second actuating element receptacle <NUM>, may be formed. The second actuating element <NUM> may be used for actuating the second switch <NUM>. The second actuating element receptacle <NUM> may be formed here in the housing cover <NUM>.

In particular, it may be provided that the housing cover <NUM> is formed symmetrically about a central housing plane <NUM>. The first actuating element receptacle <NUM> and the second actuating element receptacle <NUM> can thus be designed symmetrically to one another, at least in their basic features or in their main shape.

Functional details of the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> and the first actuating element <NUM> are described below. Due to the symmetry of the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> and the second actuating element receptacle <NUM>, it is clear to a person skilled in the art or it is within the ability of a person skilled in the art to also provide the functional details described for the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> in the second actuating element receptacle <NUM> or the second actuating element <NUM>.

The first actuating element <NUM> and the second actuating element <NUM> may each be formed in different types of actuating elements. These different types of actuating elements are described and shown in <FIG>. The different types of actuating elements can each be received interchangeably in the respective actuating element receptacle <NUM>, <NUM>.

For example, it is conceivable that the first actuating element <NUM> is designed in the form of a first rocking actuator <NUM>. It is also conceivable that the first actuating element <NUM> is designed in the form of a first pressing actuator <NUM>. Furthermore, it is conceivable that the first actuating element <NUM> is designed in the form of a first combination actuator <NUM>. Analogously, it is conceivable that the second actuating element <NUM> is designed in the form of a second pressing actuator <NUM>, or that the second actuating element <NUM> is designed in the form of a second rocking actuator <NUM>. Or that the second actuating element <NUM> is designed in the form of a second combination actuator <NUM>.

The first rocking actuator <NUM> and the second rocking actuator <NUM> may be designed mirror-symmetrically with respect to the central housing plane <NUM>. The first pressing actuator <NUM> and the second pressing actuator <NUM> may also be designed mirror-symmetrically with respect to the central housing plane <NUM>. The first combination actuator <NUM> and the second combination actuator <NUM> may also be designed mirror-symmetrically with respect to the central housing plane <NUM>.

For the sake of simplicity, the rocking actuator <NUM>, <NUM> type, the pressing actuator <NUM>, <NUM> type or the combination actuator <NUM>, <NUM> type are described in general below, it being within the ability of a person skilled in the art or clear to a person skilled in the art that, in accordance with the mirror symmetry, the respective structural configurations can each be provided for the first actuating element <NUM> and for the second actuating element <NUM>.

In a configuration such as that shown in <FIG> and <FIG>, the lighting assembly <NUM> is equipped with a first rocking actuator <NUM> in the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> and is equipped with a second pressing actuator <NUM> in the second actuating element receptacle <NUM>. Such a configuration may be chosen for example for right-handed users. In particular, it may be provided here that the second pressing actuator <NUM> is pushed forward in the longitudinal direction <NUM> with the user's right index finger, as a result of which the second pressing actuator <NUM> is slid relative to the housing cover <NUM>, whereby a second force transmission element <NUM> can be pressed in the transverse direction <NUM> to the second switch <NUM> and thus the light source <NUM> can be activated by means of the second switch <NUM>.

In the configuration shown, the first actuating element <NUM> is designed as a first rocking actuator <NUM>, wherein, by pressing the first rocking actuator <NUM> while applying force in the transverse direction <NUM>, the first rocking actuator <NUM> can be pivoted about a first vertical axis <NUM>, whereby a first force transmission element <NUM> can be pressed in the transverse direction <NUM> against the first switch <NUM> and thus the first switch <NUM> can be actuated and thus the light source <NUM> can be activated.

In a further configuration, it is also conceivable that the first actuating element <NUM> is designed as a first pressing actuator <NUM> and that the second actuating element <NUM> is designed as a second rocking actuator <NUM>. Such a configuration may be used in particular for left-handed users. In particular, it may be provided here that the first pressing actuator <NUM> is pushed forward in the longitudinal direction <NUM> with the user's left index finger, as a result of which the first pressing actuator <NUM> is slid relative to the housing cover <NUM>, as a result of which a first force transmission element <NUM> can be pressed in the transverse direction <NUM> to the first switch <NUM> and thus the light source <NUM> can be activated by means of the first switch <NUM>. In this further configuration, the second actuating element <NUM> may be designed as a second rocking actuator <NUM>, wherein, by pressing the second rocking actuator <NUM> while applying force in the transverse direction <NUM>, the second rocking actuator <NUM> can be pivoted about a second vertical axis <NUM>, whereby a second force transmission element <NUM> can be pressed in the transverse direction <NUM> against the second switch <NUM> and thus the second switch <NUM> can be actuated and thus the light source <NUM> can be activated.

Due to the interchangeability of the first actuating element <NUM> and the second actuating element <NUM>, the lighting assembly <NUM> can be easily adapted to the user in order to be able to be operated by him as easily as possible.

As can also be seen from <FIG> and <FIG>, it may be provided that a return spring channel <NUM> is formed in the housing cover <NUM> and can extend through the housing cover <NUM> in the transverse direction <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the return spring channel <NUM> extends from the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> to the second actuating element receptacle <NUM>. A transverse return spring <NUM>, which may be in engagement with the first actuating element <NUM> and with the second actuating element <NUM>, may be received in the return spring channel <NUM>. The transverse return spring <NUM> may have a meandering structure.

The return spring channel <NUM> may have a return spring channel width <NUM> and a return spring channel height <NUM>. The return spring channel width <NUM> and the return spring channel height <NUM> are preferably chosen such that the transverse return spring <NUM> is received in the return spring channel <NUM> in such a way that it can be slid in the transverse direction <NUM> while at the same time minimizing the amount of play of the transverse return spring <NUM>. In other words, the dimensioning of the return spring channel <NUM> can be adapted to the dimensioning of the transverse return spring <NUM>.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a first unlocking clearance <NUM> opens into the return spring channel <NUM> in such a way that the transverse return spring <NUM> can be slid by means of a tool from the outside through the first unlocking clearance <NUM> in the transverse direction <NUM> in order to optionally be able to disengage it from the first actuating element <NUM> or the second actuating element <NUM>. As a result, the actuating elements <NUM> can be changed.

In an exemplary embodiment that is not shown, such an unlocking clearance <NUM> may be arranged centrally in the housing cover <NUM>.

In a further exemplary embodiment, as shown in <FIG> or <FIG>, it may be provided that along with the first unlocking clearance <NUM> a second unlocking clearance <NUM> is provided, which is arranged at a distance from the first unlocking clearance <NUM> in the transverse direction <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the first unlocking clearance <NUM> and the second unlocking clearance <NUM> are formed or arranged symmetrically with respect to the central housing plane <NUM>.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a protective cover <NUM> is formed, which is used for closing the unlocking clearance <NUM>, <NUM> in order to prevent dirt from penetrating into the return spring channel <NUM>. Furthermore, it may also be provided that, when the firearm <NUM> and the lighting assembly <NUM> are in the assembled state, the protective cover <NUM> rests against a component of the firearm <NUM>, in particular a trigger guard, and has a damping effect.

The function or the structure of a pressing actuator <NUM>, <NUM> is described with reference to the second pressing actuator <NUM> shown in <FIG> and <FIG>.

As can be seen particularly well from <FIG>, it may be provided that the second pressing actuator <NUM> has a first clearance <NUM> on its side facing the housing cover <NUM>. The first clearance <NUM> may have a longitudinal extent <NUM>. The transverse return spring <NUM> may have a longitudinal extent <NUM>. The longitudinal extent <NUM> of the first clearance <NUM> is preferably chosen to be so large or so much larger than a longitudinal extent <NUM> of the transverse return spring <NUM> that the second pressing actuator <NUM> can be slid in the longitudinal direction <NUM> relative to the housing cover <NUM>. Here, the first clearance <NUM> can be slid in the longitudinal direction <NUM> relative to the transverse return spring <NUM>. A front wall <NUM> of the first clearance <NUM> can be used here as a stop, which corresponds to the transverse return spring <NUM> and is used as a anti loss protection device for the second pressing actuator <NUM>.

Furthermore, it may be provided that a depression <NUM> is formed in the second pressing actuator <NUM> on the side facing the housing cover <NUM>. The depression <NUM> may have a depression ramp <NUM>, wherein the depression ramp <NUM> can be arranged at a ramp angle <NUM> to the longitudinal direction <NUM>. By providing the depression ramp <NUM> at the ramp angle <NUM>, the sliding of the second pressing actuator <NUM> in the longitudinal direction <NUM> can be converted into a sliding of the second force transmission element <NUM> in the transverse direction <NUM>. In this case, the second force transmission element <NUM> can lie against the depression ramp <NUM> and can be correspondingly moved by the depression ramp <NUM> when it is slid.

In particular, it may be provided that the second pressing actuator <NUM> is slidable in the longitudinal direction <NUM> between a front position <NUM> and a rear position <NUM>. In the rear position <NUM> of the second pressing actuator <NUM>, the second switch <NUM> may be unactuated. In this case, the front wall <NUM> of the first clearance <NUM> can lie against the transverse return spring <NUM> and thus limit the movement of the second pressing actuator <NUM>.

In particular, it may be provided that a first longitudinal return spring <NUM> is provided, by means of which the second pressing actuator <NUM> is urged into its rear position <NUM> or is pretensioned in this position. The first longitudinal return spring <NUM> may be designed in the form of a compression spring, wherein the first longitudinal return spring <NUM> is further compressed when the second pressing actuator <NUM> is slid from the rear position <NUM> in the direction of the front position <NUM>. Of course, further longitudinal return springs may also be provided in order to achieve an even distribution of force or to influence the course of force over the path.

For the slidable guidance of the second pressing actuator <NUM> it may be provided that a front guiding clearance <NUM> is formed in the actuating element receptacle <NUM>, <NUM>. The front guiding clearance <NUM> can have a guiding clearance base <NUM>. The guiding clearance base <NUM> may delimit the guiding clearance <NUM> on a front side. In particular, it may be provided that the front guiding clearance <NUM> extends in the longitudinal direction <NUM>. The front guiding clearance <NUM> may be designed in the form of a groove-shaped depression.

It may also be provided that the second pressing actuator <NUM> has a front guiding lug <NUM>, which protrudes into the front guiding clearance <NUM> or is slidably received in it in order to guide the second pressing actuator <NUM> in a slidable manner in the longitudinal direction <NUM>.

It may also be provided that a lower guiding clearance <NUM> is formed in the actuating element receptacle <NUM>, <NUM>. Furthermore, it may be provided that a lower guiding lug <NUM> is formed on the second pressing actuator <NUM> and engages in the lower guiding clearance <NUM>.

The front guiding lug <NUM> and the lower guiding lug <NUM> may be arranged at a distance from one another in the longitudinal direction <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the depression <NUM> is arranged in the longitudinal direction <NUM> between the front guiding lug <NUM> and the lower guiding lug <NUM>.

The first clearance <NUM> may also be arranged between the front guiding lug <NUM> and the lower guiding lug <NUM>. The second pressing actuator <NUM> may be slidable in the longitudinal direction <NUM> and guided in the transverse direction <NUM> by means of the front guiding lug <NUM> and the lower guiding lug <NUM>.

A function of the rocking actuator <NUM>, <NUM> is described with reference to the first rocking actuator <NUM> shown in <FIG> and <FIG>.

As can be seen from <FIG> and <FIG>, it may be provided that the first rocking actuator <NUM> has a pivot bearing section <NUM>, which can be received in the front guiding clearance <NUM>. The pivot bearing section <NUM> may have a rounding here which corresponds to a rounding of the guiding clearance base <NUM>, so that a plain bearing can be formed by the pivot bearing section <NUM> and the guiding clearance base <NUM>. In particular, it can be achieved by means of the pivot bearing section <NUM> that the first rocking actuator <NUM> is received in the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> such that it can be pivoted about the vertical axis <NUM>. The vertical axis <NUM> or the pivot axis of the first rocking actuator <NUM> may be concentric here with the rounding of the pivot bearing section <NUM>.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the front guiding clearance <NUM> has an inner guiding clearance wall <NUM> and an outer guiding clearance wall <NUM>. The outer guiding clearance wall <NUM> or the pivot bearing section <NUM> may be designed in such a way that, when the first rocking actuator <NUM> is in an open position, the pivot bearing section <NUM> lies against the outer guiding clearance <NUM> at a contact point <NUM>. The contact point <NUM> may be arranged here at a distance from the vertical axis <NUM> in the longitudinal direction <NUM>, so that the pivoting position of the first rocking actuator <NUM> is limited by the contact point <NUM>. In addition, the pivoting position of the first rocking actuator <NUM> may be limited by a lower guiding lug <NUM>, which may be arranged on the first rocking actuator <NUM> and can engage in the lower guiding clearance <NUM>.

The first rocking actuator <NUM> can thus be received in the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> such that it can be pivoted about the vertical axis <NUM> between an outer position <NUM> and an inner position <NUM>.

As can also be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that a second clearance <NUM>, which faces the housing cover <NUM>, is formed in the first rocking actuator <NUM>. The second clearance <NUM> is used for receiving an end section of the transverse return spring <NUM>. The first rocking actuator <NUM> can be secured against sliding out of the front guiding clearance <NUM> in the longitudinal direction <NUM> by the transverse return spring <NUM> protruding into the second clearance <NUM>.

As can be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that a depression <NUM>, which can interact with the first force transmission element <NUM>, is formed in the first rocking actuator <NUM>.

In a position as shown in <FIG>, the first rocking actuator <NUM> is in its outer position <NUM>. If the first rocking actuator <NUM> is then pressed with the user's left thumb in the transverse direction <NUM> in the direction of its inner position <NUM>, the first rocking actuator <NUM> executes a pivoting movement about the vertical axis <NUM> and thereby acts on the first force transmission element <NUM>, causing it to be slid in the transverse direction <NUM> to the first switch <NUM> and thus to actuate it. The transverse return spring <NUM> is thereby compressed. If the first rocking actuator <NUM> is then released again, it returns to its outer position <NUM> by the spring force of the transverse return spring <NUM> and is held there.

As can also be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that the housing cover <NUM> has a first clearance <NUM> in the area of the first force transmission element <NUM> and has a second clearance <NUM> in the area of the second force transmission element <NUM>. The clearances <NUM>, <NUM> in the housing cover <NUM> may each be closed by means of an independent sealing element <NUM> or by means of a common sealing element <NUM>.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the force transmission element <NUM>, <NUM> is designed in the form of a sphere, which is received in the sealing element <NUM>. The provision of the sealing element <NUM> allows an inner side <NUM> of the sealing element <NUM> or of the housing <NUM> to be sealed off from an outer side <NUM> of the sealing element <NUM> or of the housing <NUM>. In particular, electronic components that are arranged within the inner side <NUM> of the sealing element <NUM> can be shielded from environmental influences.

In a first exemplary embodiment, as can be seen in <FIG>, it may be provided that the sealing element <NUM> is injection-moulded directly in the housing cover <NUM>. In an alternative embodiment variant it may be provided that the sealing element <NUM> is designed as a structurally independent component which is inserted in the housing cover <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the sealing element <NUM> is formed from a silicone material. The sealing element may be designed in the form of a shell and lie circumferentially against the main housing part <NUM>.

As is clearly evident from <FIG>, it may be provided that the force transmission element <NUM>, <NUM> is embedded in the sealing element <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the sealing element <NUM> encloses the force transmission element <NUM>, <NUM> to such an extent that the force transmission element <NUM>, <NUM> cannot fall out of the sealing element <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the force transmission element <NUM>, <NUM> lies directly against the actuating element <NUM>, <NUM>.

Furthermore, it may be provided that the sealing element <NUM> is arranged in a coverage area <NUM> between the force transmission element <NUM>, <NUM> and the switch <NUM>, <NUM>.

As can also be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that a horizontal guiding lug <NUM> is formed in the actuating element receptacle <NUM>, <NUM>. The horizontal guiding lug <NUM> may correspond to a horizontal guiding clearance <NUM> in the actuating element <NUM>, <NUM> and thus form a further linear guide, in particular a horizontal guide for the actuating element <NUM>, <NUM>.

<FIG> shows a further embodiment of the lighting assembly <NUM>, which may be independent in itself, with the same reference numerals or component designations as in the preceding <FIG> being used again for the same parts. In order to avoid unnecessary repetitions, reference is made to the detailed description in the preceding <FIG>.

As indicated in <FIG>, it may be provided that an overall length <NUM> of the actuating element <NUM>, <NUM> can be configured in different sizes or that different actuating elements <NUM>, <NUM> with different overall lengths <NUM> can be made available. Thus, by changing the actuating element <NUM>, <NUM> or by inserting the desired actuating element <NUM>, <NUM>, the lighting assembly <NUM> can be adapted to different users.

<FIG> shows a further embodiment of the first actuating element <NUM>, which may be independent in itself, with the same reference numerals or component designations as in the preceding <FIG> being used again for the same parts. In order to avoid unnecessary repetitions, reference is made to the detailed description in the preceding <FIG>.

In <FIG>, the first actuating element <NUM> is shown in a side view.

As can be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that the first actuating element <NUM> is formed symmetrically about a horizontal central plane <NUM> and can therefore be used both on the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> and on the second actuating element receptacle <NUM>. Such a symmetrical design is shown in <FIG> by way of example with reference to the first rocking actuator <NUM>. All other types of actuating elements <NUM>, <NUM> can also have such a symmetrical shape in order to be able to be used both on the first actuating element receptacle <NUM> and on the second actuating element receptacle <NUM>.

In <FIG>, the lighting assembly <NUM> is shown in a sectional representation according to the section line VII-VII from <FIG>, it being expressly pointed out at this stage that the section line in <FIG> serves only for the purpose of indicating the position of the section, but different exemplary embodiments are shown in <FIG> and <FIG>.

As can be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that an outer guiding surface <NUM> of the lower guiding clearance <NUM> is designed in such a way that it is at a varying distance <NUM> from the central housing plane <NUM> over the longitudinal direction <NUM>. This measure makes it possible that, when the actuating element <NUM>, <NUM> is slid in the longitudinal direction <NUM>, the actuating element <NUM>, <NUM> is simultaneously slid in the transverse direction <NUM>. This measure makes it possible to obtain a combination actuator <NUM>, <NUM>, which can act both as a pressing actuator and as a rocking actuator.

<FIG> shows a further embodiment of the housing cover <NUM>, which may be independent in itself, with the same reference numerals or component designations as in the preceding <FIG> being used again for the same parts. In order to avoid unnecessary repetitions, reference is made to the detailed description in the preceding <FIG>.

It can be seen particularly well in <FIG> that the sealing element <NUM> can be designed in the shape of a shell. In particular, the sealing element <NUM> may be formed on the inside of the housing cover <NUM>. This can be achieved for example due to the fact that the elastic material of the sealing element <NUM> can have been injection-moulded directly into the comparatively stable material of the housing cover <NUM>. Of course, the sealing element <NUM> may also have been produced in a separate production step and have a shape that is adapted to the housing cover <NUM>.

The second clearance <NUM> in the housing cover <NUM> is also clearly visible in <FIG>. In addition, in <FIG> the force transmission elements <NUM>, <NUM> are shown removed from a force transmission element receptacle <NUM> in the exploded representation. In particular, a receiving space of the second force transmission element receptacle <NUM> is thus visible.

As can also be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that the sealing element <NUM> has a sealing flange <NUM>. The sealing flange <NUM> may be used to lie against the main housing part <NUM>. In particular, it may be provided that the sealing flange <NUM> is clamped between the housing cover <NUM> and the main housing part <NUM>.

In particular, it may be provided that a sealing flange receptacle <NUM>, which is used at least for partially receiving the sealing flange <NUM>, is formed in the housing cover <NUM>.

As can be seen from <FIG>, it may be provided that fastening means <NUM>, which are used for connecting the housing cover <NUM> to the main housing part <NUM>, are formed. In particular, the fastening means <NUM> may be designed in the form of fastening screws.

The exemplary embodiments are shown with reference to a pistol; the lighting assembly according to the invention may of course also be connected to another type of firearm, in particular a rifle, carbine, submachine gun, shotgun, etc..

The exemplary embodiments show possible embodiment variants, it being noted at this stage that the invention is not restricted to the embodiment variants thereof specifically represented, but rather that various combinations of the individual embodiment variants with one another are also possible and, on the basis of the teaching for technical action provided by the present invention, this possibility of variation is within the ability of a person skilled in the art working in this technical field.

The scope of protection is determined by the claims. However, the description and the drawings should be used to interpret the claims. Individual features or combinations of features from the different exemplary embodiments shown and described can represent independent inventive solutions per se. The object on which the independent inventive solutions are based can be found in the description.

All of the indications of ranges of values in the present description should be understood as meaning that they include any and all subranges thereof; for example, the indication <NUM> to <NUM> should be understood as meaning that all of the subranges on the basis of the lower limit <NUM> and the upper limit <NUM> are included, i.e. all of the subranges begin with a lower limit of <NUM> or greater and end with an upper limit of <NUM> or less, for example <NUM> to <NUM>, or <NUM> to <NUM>, or <NUM> to <NUM>.

For the sake of good order, it should finally be pointed out that, for better understanding of the construction, elements have sometimes been represented not to scale and/or enlarged and/or reduced in size.

Claim 1:
Lighting assembly (<NUM>) for a firearm (<NUM>), the lighting assembly (<NUM>) comprising:
- a housing (<NUM>) with an interior (<NUM>) for receiving electronic components, wherein the housing (<NUM>) extends in a longitudinal direction (<NUM>);
- a light source (<NUM>), wherein the light source (<NUM>) is received in the interior (<NUM>) of the housing (<NUM>);
- a first switch (<NUM>), which is used for switching the light source (<NUM>), wherein the first switch (<NUM>) is received in the interior (<NUM>) of the housing (<NUM>);
- a first actuating element receptacle (<NUM>) for receiving a first actuating element (<NUM>), which is used for actuating the first switch (<NUM>),
wherein the first actuating element receptacle (<NUM>) is arranged at a first position of the housing (<NUM>),
whereby the first actuating element receptacle (<NUM>) is designed in such a way that the first actuating element (<NUM>) in the form of a first pressing actuator (<NUM>) can be received in the first actuating element receptacle (<NUM>), wherein the first pressing actuator (<NUM>) can be slid along a linear direction, in particular along the longitudinal direction (<NUM>), relative to the housing (<NUM>), and wherein the first switch (<NUM>) can be actuated by the sliding in the linear direction of the first pressing actuator (<NUM>) relative to the housing (<NUM>)
and in that the first actuating element (<NUM>) in the form of a first rocking actuator (<NUM>) can be received in the first actuating element receptacle (<NUM>), wherein the first rocking actuator (<NUM>) can be pivoted about a first pivot axis, in particular about a first vertical axis (<NUM>), relative to the housing (<NUM>), and wherein the first switch (<NUM>) can be actuated by the pivoting of the first rocking actuator (<NUM>) relative to the housing (<NUM>).