High Voltage Stun Gun

The stun gun works by producing an electric shock that temporarily disrupts the normal functioning of the nervous system. When a shock is administered to the body, the recipient may feel a loss of muscle control and short-lived disorientation. Because the normal communication between the brain and muscles is disrupted, it's common to feel confused, pain, and irregular muscle contractions after the electric shock. While the effects are non-lethal and short-lived in healthy individuals, those with pre-existing health conditions may require extra care.

It's super important to familiarize yourself with the device before ever needing to use it. First, check the batteries to make sure they are at full charge. The batteries are located inside the panel on the back of the device. Next, practice your grip. Find a comfortable position where your thumb is able to reach the power switch. Switch the device on and off, test-firing the activation button. Do not touch the electrodes! Because stun guns require physical contact with the subject, it's recommended to practice the sequence of movements needed to execute in advance.

Although often used interchangeably, a stun gun and a TASER™ are two very different self-defense tools. While both use electric shock to temporarily incapacitate, a stun gun is a general term for category of devices, while TASER™ is a brand name and a specific product.

Stun guns use fixed electrodes to pass an energy current to the subject, and require the user make physical contact with the subject. Stun guns are generally small and compact. TASERs™ however, are often shaped like handguns. When activated, probes that emit electrical current are propelled out of the device, intending to pierce the skin and muscle of the subject (like in the movie The Hangover!)

A stun gun does not have to touch skin in order to be effective, although its effectiveness does decrease with additional layers of clothing. The best transfer of energy is through the skin.