Violent criminals often do not want to come quietly. Even apparently compliant suspects can simply be waiting for a moment to strike. Handcuffs and other restraint systems limit a prisoner's movement, greatly reducing the chance of escape and enhancing both the officer's and the public's security. Our collection of high-security restraints features designs from some of the world's most trusted law enforcement equipment manufacturers, including ASP, Hiatt, Peerless and Smith & Wesson.
Handcuffs remain the first choice of restraint equipment for law enforcement officers. Chain cuffs are easier to apply to a non-compliant suspect during a struggle, and are also sometimes equipped with extended chains to accommodate larger wearers. Hinged handcuffs restrict movement more completely once applied, making it easier to ensure suspect compliance, and can also often be folded up for more compact storage while rigid cuffs provide the least mobility. This section also includes compact flex cuffs, ideal for multiple carry in crowd control situations and other environments in which large numbers of arrests are likely. Leg irons and waist restraint systems provide prisoners with limited mobility, making them an essential piece of equipment for corrections personnel and other officers involved in prisoner transport. The section also includes all-important handcuff keys, designed to allow officers to lock and unlock restrains rapidly, as well as more specialized restraint equipment such as spit hoods and EDP bags.
Modern restraints are designed to keep even the most determined and experienced criminals from escaping. They typically feature secure double-locking systems that prevent the cuffs from tightening further once applied, and are equipped with mechanisms built to defeat picking attempts as well as brute force. They are also built for rapid application, with smooth closing actions and often carrying pre-loadable mechanisms for more rapid closure.
