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Anoka, MN, United States of America

Vista Outdoor Operations LLC


USPTO Granted Patents = 220

% Expired Patents = 10.9



Trademarks = 238

Forward Citations = 1,453

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109 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Paul N Smith (50 out of 57 patents)

silverMedal Bryan P Peterson (43 out of 63 patents)

bronzeMedal Christopher J Michael (39 out of 48 patents)

4.  Troy E Lance (35 out of 38 patents)

5.  Daniel D Sereday (34 out of 44 patents)

6.  Robert J Meinert (27 out of 30 patents)

7.  Robert A Kincaid (26 out of 66 patents)

8.  Erik K Carlson (24 out of 33 patents)

9.  Brandon Thomas Hefer (24 out of 31 patents)

10.  Brandon Karl Trostrud (24 out of 26 patents)

11.  Lawrence Peter Head (17 out of 32 patents)

12.  Eric M Yeates (16 out of 95 patents)

13.  Drew Lee Goodlin (16 out of 25 patents)

14.  Oscar C Woods (15 out of 17 patents)

15.  Adam J Moser (13 out of 21 patents)


Core Competencies:
Holster
Magazine Loader
Locking System
MOLLE Adapter
Belt Loop
Sling Systems
Cartridge
Projectiles
Rifle
Thumb-actuated
Biodegradable
Wearable Pouch

220 patents:

1. D1141424 - HOLSTER COMPONENT (2026-08-18),
2. D1052886 - Holster (2024-12-03),
3. 12130115 - MOLLE adapter (2024-10-29),
4. 12044503 - Holster having a removable lockout element (2024-07-23),
5. 11998107 - Quick detach belt loop (2024-06-04),
6. 11994362 - Locking holster system (2024-05-28),
7. D1023829 - Strap adapter (2024-04-23),
8. D1023559 - Holster (2024-04-23),
9. D1022789 - Belt loop (2024-04-16),
10. 11927767 - Pattern configurable reticle (2024-03-12),
11. D1010309 - Holster (2024-01-09),
12. D1010052 - Firearm sling (2024-01-02),
13. D1002186 - Surface ornamentation for a holster system (2023-10-24),
14. 11788809 - Kinetic magazine loader (2023-10-17),
15. 11781831 - Thumb-actuated locking holster system (2023-10-10),
Company Overview
Vista Outdoor Operations LLC, based in Anoka, Minnesota, specializes in the development and manufacturing of firearm accessories. The company focuses on innovative solutions such as holsters, magazine loaders, and locking systems, catering to the needs of firearm enthusiasts and professionals. Their expertise extends to various core technology topics, including MOLLE adapters, belt loops, sling systems, cartridges, and projectiles, positioning them as a key player in the outdoor and shooting sports industry.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

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220 Patents

#1 in Anoka, MN

#50 in Minnesota

#1,906 in US

#3,889 in the World

Anoka, MN (US)
Anoka, MN, United States of America

Vista Outdoor Operations LLC

Forward Citations = 1,453

109 inventors:

goldMedal Paul N Smith (50 out of 57 patents)

silverMedal Bryan P Peterson (43 out of 63 patents)

bronzeMedal Christopher J Michael (39 out of 48 patents)

4.  Troy E Lance (35 out of 38 patents)

5.  Daniel D Sereday (34 out of 44 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Vista Outdoor Operations LLC. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/vista-outdoor-operations

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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