Product Review – Stingray Sgs – 2800kv Stun Gun
Looking for a strong and effective self-defense product? WebStar Productions, DBA Stun Gun Supply is now offering the Stingray SGS-2800KV mini stun gun to the general public. This non-lethal crime deterrent carries a 2,800,000 volt rating, the highest power rating in the industry thus far. Like all products of this type, the amperage is very low so it leaves no lasting effect on the individual. It gives the user enough time to get away, and that is what they are designed to do.
Mini, micro and compact stun guns are the hot trend in personal defense products. They are easy to stow and their mini size allows covert operation. The black Stingray 2800KV unit measures only 4 1/4 inches high, 2 inches wide, and a depth of just under 2 inches. So the device can easily fit in a handbag, glove compartment, shirt, or pants pocket. It comes with a black nylon holster with an attached belt loop.
The unit contains a nickel-cadmium rechargeable power supply so no batteries are needed. The fold-down plugs are integrated into the unit so there is no separate charging cord to possibly lose. A bi-monthly 5-hour charge ensures a full charge when needed.
The Stingray features a large and bright built-in LED that is situated between the electrodes. You operate the flashlight by sliding the on-off switch to the first “on” position. To operate the stun effect, you slide the switch to the next position and then press the button directly above the switch. Careful! If you are not used to high-powered stun guns, you will be surprised by the loud crackle and strong spark emitted from this unit. We also advise not looking directly into the bright spark.
A problem that exists with these small units is the smooth shiny plastic finish. They are sometimes difficult to hold on to, especially in a stressful hand-sweating situation. The Stingray SGS-2800KV solves this problem by using a proprietary rubberized coating that provides a non-slip surface.
Stun guns work by disrupting the normal nerve impulses to the muscles. When activated and applied directly to a person’s skin or clothing, the muscles work rapidly but inefficiently. This rapid work cycle depletes blood sugar by converting it to lactic acid all in the space of a few seconds. This energy loss makes it difficult to move or function. Second, the disrupted nerve impulses cause loss of balance, confusion, and disorientation. The low amperage of stun guns ensures that the effect is short-lived with no injuries.
We’re favorably impressed with the mini Stingray 2,800,000 volt stun gun. It’s easy to operate and the somewhat weighty feel leaves a favorable impression. When we test-fired the unit in the air, we were surprised at the very strong crackling spark. We could even feel a bit of the vibration in the hand. To us, it makes no sense to under-arm yourself with a low-powered device. You don’t know the size and strength of a would-be attacker so it’s better to have enough power to quickly deter the advances. We can’t see power ratings going much further with present technology so the model SGS-2800KV model will not become out-of-date anytime soon.
Stun guns are permitted for citizen use in most states. As of this writing, they may not be shipped to HI, MA, MI, NJ, NY, RI, CT, WI, or IL. Also prohibited are Annapolis MD, Baltimore, MD, Washington DC, and Philadelphia.
