WOT is back in business? - FRT Injunction Vacated

Published on February 1, 2022
Duration: 8:59

This video discusses the legal battles surrounding Rare Breed Triggers and Wide Open Triggers concerning forced reset triggers (FRTs). It details the patent dispute, ATF involvement, and the vacating of a preliminary injunction against Wide Open Triggers due to documentation issues. The content highlights the complexities of firearms patent law and regulatory actions.

Quick Summary

The preliminary injunction against Wide Open Triggers, which halted their sales of forced reset triggers, has been vacated due to the plaintiffs' failure to provide timely and complete documentation. This legal development suggests Wide Open Triggers may be able to resume business, pending further court proceedings.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: FRT Lawsuit Update
  2. 00:14ATF Involvement and Patent Origins
  3. 01:00Rare Breed Triggers and Patent Rights
  4. 02:08Public Release of FRTs
  5. 02:27ATF Cease and Desist to Rare Breed
  6. 03:05Rare Breed Stops Selling to Big Daddy Unlimited
  7. 03:46Lawsuit Against Big Daddy Unlimited and WOT
  8. 03:51Preliminary Injunction Against Wide Open Triggers
  9. 04:32Judge's Reasoning for Injunction
  10. 04:38Dispute Over Exclusive Rights
  11. 05:34Documentation Issues
  12. 06:13Preliminary Injunction Vacated
  13. 06:22Wide Open Triggers May Reopen
  14. 06:30ATF Debacle and Raids
  15. 07:17ATF Letter Targeting Distributors
  16. 07:55Current Status: No Raids Reported
  17. 08:16Outlook for Wide Open Triggers
  18. 08:31Viewer Opinions and Document Showcase

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was the preliminary injunction against Wide Open Triggers vacated?

The preliminary injunction against Wide Open Triggers was vacated primarily due to issues with the timeliness and completeness of documentation submitted by the plaintiffs in the patent infringement lawsuit. This failure to provide necessary supporting documents on time led the judge to lift the injunction.

What is the core legal dispute involving Rare Breed Triggers and forced reset triggers?

The central issue is Rare Breed Triggers' claim to exclusive rights for selling forced reset triggers, based on a patent originally designed by 'Graves' and licensed through Wolf Tactical. Other companies producing similar triggers have led to patent infringement lawsuits and regulatory scrutiny.

Has the ATF raided Rare Breed Triggers or Wide Open Triggers?

According to the video's information at the time of recording, neither Rare Breed Triggers nor Wide Open Triggers had been raided by the ATF. While there were reports of ATF directives targeting distributors, direct raids on these specific companies were not confirmed.

What is a Forced Reset Trigger (FRT)?

A Forced Reset Trigger (FRT) is a firearm trigger mechanism designed to reset the trigger sear as the bolt carrier group moves forward. This design allows for a significantly faster rate of fire compared to standard triggers, making it a subject of legal and regulatory interest.

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