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Old June 18th, 2009, 11:36 PM   #11
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X-26 Taser, or nothing. Keep in mind these are NOT maintenance-free. To keep the capacitor working, the cartridge must be removed, and the unit tested for one second on a regular basis.

Training is also essential. A Taser is more difficult than a handgun to use, and there is only ONE shot with the darts. If one or both darts miss, it depends upon contact to work.

Lastly, arming someone with a Taser, if they will not carry a gun, is futile. Arming someone with a mere stun gun is a gross disservice, as it might give someone courage to go where angels fear to tread, with tragic consequences. Once upon a time, stun guns had a deterrent effect. They don't scare anybody, anymore.
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