Three Types of Handcuffs that Cops around the World Use

Handcuffs are mostly used for detaining a person, but the amount of restraint they exercise is down to their type.

Handcuffs are essential tools for law keeping officers around the world. They vary in terms of material, purpose and price which makes the application of each uniquely different. While handcuffs have also come to be used for recreational purposes, only law keeping officers are permitted to otherwise use it for law enforcement needs.

It is therefore important to understand the types of handcuffs out there and their applications. Three types of handcuffs that are available in the market are:

Chain handcuffs–In chained handcuffs, the cuffs are connected by a short chain. While the chain gives the handcuffs a touch of solidarity they also provide the much needed room for twisting and turning your handcuffs. The range of motion thus provided, accounts for the comfort while putting these cuffs on an individual.

Hinged handcuffs – Hinged handcuffs as the name suggests are built around a central hinge. While the presence of the hinge makes it difficult or nearly impossible for the cuffed person to manoeuvre, the relatively low space for movement makes them difficult to handle. The handcuffs can move in two directions only, but are significantly stronger than chained handcuffs.            

Rigid Solid bar handcuffs – Rigid solid bar handcuffs provide the greatest stability and solidarity in the range of handcuffs. However, the solidarity comes at the expense of being unable to move. The cuffs remained locked in a sturdy position and therefore the inflexibility is both the good and bad.

Apart from choosing the right handcuffs, you also need a suitable carrier for them. Something like the 911 Gear double handcuff case with key holder, is essential for any law keeping officer.

 

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911Gear.Ca Now Offers 3rd Generation Universal Phone and Camera Holder

Guard your camera or smartphone with universal cell phone and camera holder now with a M.O.L.L.E Version, available only at 911Gear.ca.

No better way to safeguard your camera and smartphones other than third generation universal holder. In addition to the great features of first and second generation, the third generation universal phone and camera holder from 911Gear.ca comes with more stretch for extra benefit. 

Let’s take a look at major developments between first to third generation holders:

      First Generation

The first generation smartphone holder at 911Gear.ca comprises of a Velcro strap closure along with a ribbon release. It was designed to be held on the belt in a vertical position through a sewn loop.

Second Generation

Specifically designed to secure your phone during longer working hours, the second generation smartphone holder had many unique changes.  First change was in the Velcro strap. This strap was replaced with a plastic buckle to help you keep your phone in place and on your belt.  The second change was made at how the phone holder attached to your belt. Until now, your phone was only attached vertically to your belt. But, the second generation phone holder gives you the freedom to carry the holder in a vertical or horizontal position.

Third Generation

In addition to the first and second generation features, the third generation universal camera and smartphone holder comes with added stretch in the bottom and sides. This provides sufficient space to the bigger phones and cameras to comfortably glide into the pouch without any stress. This holder is now:

• Expandable to 6.29” tall
• Expandable to .787” thick
• Expandable to 3.34” wide

Canada’s leading supplier of tactical gear, 911Gear.ca also provides tactical flashlight Canada, Boston leather products andAker Leather A-TAC Nylon products.

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