When choosing an electroshock device, it is important to rely on several key criteria: the device must be manufactured in Russia, have a valid certificate of conformity and be accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. The buyer always wants to choose the most powerful, loudest and most effective shocker, so you need to consider only the stungun models belonging to the first efficiency class.

Class 1 stungun: how to choose the best self-defense weapon, real effectiveness, and how to distinguish a real taser from a Chinese fake

Class 1 stunguns (with the designation K.111 for contact stun guns and KD.111 for remote-contact, shooting stun guns) is the most effective type of civilian electroshock self-defense weapons approved for sale under current legislation. We are not talking about a marketing name that can be applied to any device at will, but about the technical classification of the device according to GOST R 50940-96, which indicates the electrical parameters, safety of use and compliance with established standards. For the buyer, this has several important points: the device has been certified, it has a legal status and can be used as a self-defense weapon in compliance with the requirements of the law.

Class 1 stunguns is the best choice by those who do not want to purchase a useless accessory. In a situation of a real attack, the most important thing is the power and reliability of the self-defense weapon. If we divide the market of electroshock self-defense equipment into two main groups, we can single out certified stunguns/tasers and Chinese pseudo-stunguns.

Chinese pseudo-stunguns look attractive at first glance: they are cheap, while promising a power of 1-10 million volts, they are small and often have additional features like a flashlight. However, the legal and practical problem is that they do not legally belong to the self-defense weapons category, they are sold without certification, and they do not confirm the specified characteristics and the promised power. The claimed millions of volts exist only on the packaging. In a real situation, such devices do not provide the necessary effect for self-defense and barely reach the 5th, the lowest taser class, according to the official classification. They use the weakest batteries, and they can run out or fail after several pushes of the button. Such a stungun creates a false sense of security and will not help against an aggressive opponent. Self–defense is one of those circumstances where technology can not fail, because a person counts on it at the most critical moment.

Certification, registry of serial numbers of weapons and manufacturer's guarantees distinguishes a legitimate self-defense weapon from a questionable product.

Which taser should I buy?

Stungun AVATAR is a modern Class 1 electroshock device for contact and remote use designed for individual protection. This is a compact taser for citizens who need a reliable non-lethal weapon. You don`t need a license to buy it, only a passport. The device is lightweight and comfortable to carry every day, which is especially important for everyday use.

To employees of security organizations, as well as ordinary citizens interested in multifunctional smart weapons, we recommend stungun ZEUS DK.111. This is a powerful electroshock baton designed to operate in difficult conditions and effectively control the aggressor. ZEUS has a flashlight, a laser designator, a Picatinny rail, an identification system, anti-grip electrodes and other elements that give its owner a significant advantage over the opponent.

ZEUS is suitable for those who consciously choose the most serious means of self-defense within the permitted parameters. It is often preferable to smaller models for a country house, work on transport, and for equipping security personnel.

If you want to buy a stun gun for self-defense, it is recommended to contact the manufacturer directly or to trusted gun stores. When buying an stungun online, you should choose online stores that buy directly with the manufacturer, and pay attention to the labeling and country of origin of the device, in order not to buy a Chinese fake. Real electroshock self-defense weapons are not sold on marketplaces.

We recommend choosing a certified Class 1 stungun, such as AVATAR compact stun gun and ZEUS stun baton. A high-quality device will last for many years and will not let you down in a dangerous situation.