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BWillis57 · July 6th, 2009, 06:25 PM

I am a certified TASER instructor, as well as a certified permit to carry instructor in Minnesota. In my opinion, the TASER C2, requires fine muscle movements to deploy. for that reason, I would not recommend it for a defensive tool. Instead, If you are set on getting a TASER, I would recommend the X26C, for civilians.

No it is not the same as ones used by Law Enforcement Officers, but that is because the objective is different. Law Enforcement Officers must maintain control of the suspect, cuff them, and get them into a vehicle for transport to jail.

Citizen TASERs are designed to be left at the scene, and will continuously fire for 30 seconds, allowing you the opportunity to escape. TASER even replaces your unit for free when you use it defensively and provide them with a police report.

Another advantage to the TASER is that it doesn't have the lifelong consequences that a firearms has. It can be used when a firearm is not a viable solution, and if used accidentally, or negligently, it will not kill.

The disadvantage to a TASER is that it is a piece of Technology, and it can, and will be visited our friend Mr. Murphy. The TASER has a maximum range for civilians of 15 feet, (Though most all defensive uses of firearms are between 4-7 feet, so this shouldn't be an issue).

I believe that a TASER requires training and practice, just like a firearm. I think that a minimum of 10 cartridges should be shot a year to stay proficient with it. More is better. I've personally had TASER's fail 2/6 times I've deployed it. One of these was due to a miss with one prong, and the other was a poorly maintained unit that was issued to me. You do only get one shot before having to reload, but you do still have a powerful pain compliance tool because it will function like a regular stun gun.

Also, FWIW, unlike the movies, a stun gun won't cause someone to pass out for hours at a time.

A TASER is not, and should never be considered to be, a replacement for a defensive firearm. The TASER is an excellent tool, but in a deadly force situation, it is not a substitute for a firearm.

Lastly, I'm fairly new here, I've been lurking for a while, and this is my second post. I've been on other forums that beat up on police officers, and trash talk everyone who disagrees with them. I have found this forum to be a pleasant change.

July 6th, 2009, 06:25 PM	#28
BWillis57 New Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 10	I am a certified TASER instructor, as well as a certified permit to carry instructor in Minnesota. In my opinion, the TASER C2, requires fine muscle movements to deploy. for that reason, I would not recommend it for a defensive tool. Instead, If you are set on getting a TASER, I would recommend the X26C, for civilians. No it is not the same as ones used by Law Enforcement Officers, but that is because the objective is different. Law Enforcement Officers must maintain control of the suspect, cuff them, and get them into a vehicle for transport to jail. Citizen TASERs are designed to be left at the scene, and will continuously fire for 30 seconds, allowing you the opportunity to escape. TASER even replaces your unit for free when you use it defensively and provide them with a police report. Another advantage to the TASER is that it doesn't have the lifelong consequences that a firearms has. It can be used when a firearm is not a viable solution, and if used accidentally, or negligently, it will not kill. The disadvantage to a TASER is that it is a piece of Technology, and it can, and will be visited our friend Mr. Murphy. The TASER has a maximum range for civilians of 15 feet, (Though most all defensive uses of firearms are between 4-7 feet, so this shouldn't be an issue). I believe that a TASER requires training and practice, just like a firearm. I think that a minimum of 10 cartridges should be shot a year to stay proficient with it. More is better. I've personally had TASER's fail 2/6 times I've deployed it. One of these was due to a miss with one prong, and the other was a poorly maintained unit that was issued to me. You do only get one shot before having to reload, but you do still have a powerful pain compliance tool because it will function like a regular stun gun. Also, FWIW, unlike the movies, a stun gun won't cause someone to pass out for hours at a time. A TASER is not, and should never be considered to be, a replacement for a defensive firearm. The TASER is an excellent tool, but in a deadly force situation, it is not a substitute for a firearm. Lastly, I'm fairly new here, I've been lurking for a while, and this is my second post. I've been on other forums that beat up on police officers, and trash talk everyone who disagrees with them. I have found this forum to be a pleasant change.