There aren't too many people who don't know the name 'taser'
. From YouTube videos to the famous 'don't tase me bro' clip seen time and time again on the evening news hardly a day goes by without hearing the word taser.
It is one of a group of self defense products that have grown in popularity mostly due to their outstanding record of success with law enforcement agencies around the world. Currently tasers are used by over 11,000 such agencies in the United States and in six foreign countries. How's that for an endorsement?
Tasers are is a hand-held device that shoots out two electrified darts. The darts are attached to wires that are electrified with 50,000 volts. What makes tasers 100 percent effective though is the wattage. Stun guns are in the 12 to 14 watt range while tasers are in the 18 watt range.
Before you buy a taser are there some things you should know.
1. They are illegal in some states so check with your local law enforcement before you consider buying one.
2. They have more stopping power than a 9 mm handgun.
3. Taser cartridges are replaceable.
4. Taser cartridges have a unique serial number that is displayed in confetti like tags that are dispersed on deployment. Police can later retrieve those tags to identify the user.
5. If the device is used in a self defense situation and a cartridges deployed Taser Int'l will replace the cartridge.
6. If you happen to miss with one cartridge reloading only take seconds. If you don't have that time you can use the device as a powerful stun gun.
7. Prices range from $300.00 up to $1,000.00. Discounts are sometimes available.
8. You must pass a background investigation before you can use the taser gun.
So before you buy a taser study this list. It will make a believer out of you. When are you getting one?
If you think crime can only happen to the other guy you are wrong. The "other guy" is thinking the same thing and to him you are that "other guy". There is a reason why they call it self defense. You have to protect yourself, your family, your home and business!!
Chances are if you are reading this that crime has touched your life in some way or you consider yourself at risk. Take the next step and do something to protect yourself! Your life and safety is worth far more than the cost of one of these.