Ruger Law Enforcement: Company's Non-Lethal Force Options

Gun manufacturers realize that, while law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day, not every situation they encounter requires the use of a lethal weapon. In light of that, some manufacturers, like Sturm, Ruger & Co., offer non-lethal alternatives that officers can use in less-threatening situations.

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Following are some of the items offered by Ruger:

Ruger Lockdown Pistol Grip
This pepper spray device is designed for crowd control. After removing a metal safety pin, officers can spray and release the grip to release short, cone-shaped bursts of pepper spray.

Ruger Lockdown Firemaster
The Lockdown Firemaster is another pepper spray device offered by Ruger. It’s designed with a compact spray nozzle to make for easier storage. Like the Pistol Grip, it’s equipped with a safety pin that must be removed before use. When fired, the spray disperses in a cone-shaped fog pattern. http://www.gettornado.com/lawEnforcement.html

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Ruger Lockdown
The Ruger Lockdown is a lower-cost alternative that fires in a stream pattern rather than a cone-shaped fog.

Ruger Restraint
The Ruger Restraint is a second low-cost alternative to the Pistol Grip and Firemaster versions. When fired, it disperses as a fog.

Ruger 800V Stun Gun
While not marketed specifically to law enforcement officers, the Ruger 800V Stun Gun is an additional non-lethal alternative to firearms. Delivering 800,000 volts of stun capacity, it comes with two batteries, a strap, and a carrying case.

Ruger 650V Stun Gun
Offered at a slightly lower price than the 800V, the Ruger 650V Stun Gun delivers 650,000 volts of stun power. In addition to a safety switch, it comes with batteries and a carrying case. http://www.lapolicegear.com/ruger-rsg650-stungun.html

Ruger IMV Stun Gun with Flashlight
This is the premium version of Ruger stun guns. It includes an LED flashlight with a wall charger and a rechargeable battery. When it comes to firepower, it delivers a whopping one million volts via six spike electrodes capable of penetrating clothing. http://www.gettornado.com/ruger1M-SG.html

These non-lethal alternatives give law enforcement officers a way of defusing situations in which using their weapons may not be necessary. They can also be excellent self-defense products for civilians. However, some state laws prohibit the possession of pepper spray and stun guns, so investigate the laws in your community before purchasing them.

This article does not constitute legal advice. Check the current gun laws before purchasing or traveling with a firearm.

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