US Patent 9107498 Weapon support assembly

A weapon support assembly holds a weapon such as a rifle, shotgun or bow in a temporary hunting structure while not actively hunting. The assembly includes a shaft having a first end and a second end. Legs are coupled to and extend from the shaft to support the shaft in an upright position on a supporting surface. Each of the legs is positioned proximate the first end of the shaft. A foot plate is coupled to and extends from the shaft. A weapon support is coupled to and extends from the shaft proximate the second end of the shaft. A handle is coupled to and extends from the shaft proximate the second end of the shaft. A holding member is also coupled to the shaft for holding an item such as a beverage container.