I am pleased to introduce the latest invention from my brother and I, which we are referring to as the “firearm control device.” In this embodiment, this patent pending invention greatly improves weapon manipulation on the AR-15 family of rifles, especially with regards to clearing malfunctions in a rapid, fluid and tactically sound manner. Below is a prototype demonstration video of my brother putting the invention through it’s paces.
Direct link to demonstration video
In this embodiment, when used to aid in malfunction clearance, the primary advantage this invention provides is the ability for the weapon operator to release the magazine and also lock the bolt to the rear, solely by depressing the magazine release and pulling the charging handle. This is useful for clearing a difficult malfunction where remedial action is necessary, such as a double feed where you would need to lock the bolt back and strip the magazine.
Being able to release the magazine and lock the bolt back with a single button (the magazine release) is considerably faster and easier to do. This saves potentially critical time, and simplifies the procedure overall. Without this invention, the weapon operator must change how he is holding the weapon and press the bolt catch and magazine release separately.
In this embodiment, the bolt catch is only activated when the magazine release is fully depressed and the bolt held to the rear. As a result, the bolt will not be locked back without direct input from the operator, avoiding accidental locking of the bolt. This embodiment of the invention does not release the bolt catch, thus avoiding accidental release of the bolt. Further, cycling the action with the charging handle does not release the magazine or lock the bolt back unless you press/hold the magazine release.
It is important to keep in mind that, with this device installed, nothing prevents the operator of the weapon from manipulating it with the traditional manual of arms. The bolt catch can still be activated by depressing it’s lower surface as it is currently employed. This invention adds an additional option for the operator of the firearm, but does not remove any of the controls currently on the weapon.
There are additional functions which this invention can perform, but malfunction clearance is probably its most important improvement to weapon manipulation. In this embodiment, the design is also very elegant, adding no additional parts to the weapon.
We’re approaching the completion of the prototype phase and are gearing up for low rate production in a few weeks. Questions, comments and constructive criticism are welcome.
Wayland.
[b]Update:
My apologies for failing in my duties to keep M4C up to speed… We’ve been a little busy. 
Concerning the “Firearm Control Device”…parts are machined and awaiting finishing… Lord willing we will have these out shortly.
When finished, the parts will be shipped out to the T&E volunteers ASAP for feedback.
Below is a photo of an in-the-white production prototype made for my brothers personal testing. The production units will have cleaner welds, and will be in matte black or beadblasted.[/b]
Feedback is always welcome.
