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Is it Illegal to Own a Handcuff Key?
Is it Illegal to Own a Handcuff Key?
In the business of urban survival gear, we frequently receive the comment that handcuff keys are, or should be, illegal for the average citizen to own. There is a lot... Read more...
What Kinds of Handcuff Keys Are There?
What Kinds of Handcuff Keys Are There?
Standard Universal Handcuff Key     The most common type of handcuff key found on the market is the standard universal handcuff key that will accompany the purchase of a pair... Read more...
What Types of Handcuffs Are There?
What Types of Handcuffs Are There?
The modern standard of handcuffs is the design popularized by Peerless in the early 1900’s, with few alterations since then. Most handcuff brands now bear a similar design, with only... Read more...
Are All Handcuff Keys Universal?
Are All Handcuff Keys Universal?
The purposeful design of the universal handcuff key means that most handcuffs can be opened with the same basic universal key shape. This is intentional; it allows for easy transport... Read more...
How Do Handcuff Keys Work?
How Do Handcuff Keys Work?
Basic Escape & Evasion Methods A pair of swing cuffs can easily be placed with one hand with a little practice, but handcuffs still need to be placed properly to... Read more...
What is a Handcuff Key?
What is a Handcuff Key?
Most models of today’s standard-issue handcuffs can be opened with a universal handcuff key, even across different brands. A universal handcuff key, while a little counter-intuitive at first thought, is... Read more...
You Should be Carrying a Handcuff Key: 7 Reasons Why
You Should be Carrying a Handcuff Key: 7 Reasons Why
A handcuff key seems like an unconventional thing to carry with you every day unless you are paranoid, or maybe a criminal. Some may even argue that the only people... Read more...
Prepare Dad for Anything With These 5 Survival Tools
Prepare Dad for Anything With These 5 Survival Tools
This Father’s Day, give dad the gift of preparedness with one (or all!) of these slick survival tools. 1. Universal Handcuff Key Whether he’s in law enforcement, the military, or... Read more...
What is a Bona Fide Locksmith?
What is a Bona Fide Locksmith?
If you are interested in lockpicking, you may from time to time see the disclaimer on a website that certain lock picking items will only be sold to “bona fide”... Read more...
Choosing the Best EDC For You
Choosing the Best EDC For You
Questions to Consider As You Build the Perfect Everyday Carry The items you choose to carry on your person every day are an extension of your identity and can reveal... Read more...
Lock Pick Legality
For lock picking enthusiasts and survivalists alike, the legality of lock picks is a tricky subject. The good news is that in most of the United States and many countries around the world, the sale, transfer, and possession of lock picking tools is not illegal. The Language of Legality The language we use to discuss the legality of lock picking can be a breeding ground for misunderstanding, so let’s take a moment to clarify what we mean by some of the phrases we use. Not illegal: There are no specific... Read more...
How to Cut Through (Just About) Anything
How to Cut Through (Just About) Anything
If you're a professional who travels abroad often or otherwise find yourself in dicey situations, you need a rod saw. What other device allows you to cut through almost any... Read more...