Handcuffs

Handcuffs: An indispensable tool for security and control

Handcuffs are an essential tool for the police, security services and the military. Their function of restraining people and limiting freedom of movement is indispensable in many situations.

Buy different types of handcuffs at ASMC

ASMC offers you a wide range of handcuffs for different areas of use. Here you’ll find everything from police and security handcuffs to plush handcuffs and restraints. All products are of high quality and tailored to the needs of professional use. The choice of the right handcuffs depends on various factors, such as the area of application and your specific requirements.

Police handcuffs for professional use

Police handcuffs are designed for professional use. They must be robust, reliable and easy to operate. They need to be applied quickly in order to maintain control in critical situations. At the same time, it is important that you can lock the handcuffs securely without injuring the person.

Maximum safety with security handcuffs

In the security sector, the requirements for handcuffs are particularly high. The KH Security Handschelle Rigid Double Lock is an outstanding example of handcuffs specially developed for this sector. They are ideal for carrying out arrests and transfers and are preferred by the police, correctional services, customs or private security services. The rigid locking mechanism severely restricts the freedom of movement of the restrained person, and the double-lock mechanism further increases safety. These handcuffs offer an optimal combination of robustness, reliability and security.

Handcuffs as a cost-efficient solution

Restraints offer a practical and cost-effective solution for temporarily securing individuals. They are particularly useful in situations where a rapid response is required or a large number of people need to be restrained. Restraints are lightweight, space-saving and extremely reliable.

Using them should be practiced: putting handcuffs on correctly

Handcuffs or restraints are used to restrict a person’s range of movement. They are usually used to secure the hands together behind the back or in front of the stomach. To do this, the handcuffs are placed around the wrists and locked. You can only open them with a security key. This should be kept in a safe place, as handcuffs are made of very hard material and cannot be opened easily by other means.

When am I allowed to put a person in handcuffs?

There must be compelling reasons to put a person in handcuffs. As a rule, the person is dangerous or there is a risk of escape. Nevertheless, human dignity must be preserved. This means that you should injure the person as little as possible when applying the handcuffs and that the key must be kept safe so that the “restraint device” can be removed again at any time when it is no longer needed.

Expert tip: Cable ties (zip ties) as an alternative to handcuffs

Special operations units now also frequently use cable ties, as they can be carried in larger quantities and stowed in duty clothing more easily than handcuffs. Since they also provide a “rock-solid” hold, they are well suited as a substitute. But ASMC also offers models of cable ties specifically tailored to this field of use, which, for example, have an additional connecting piece in the middle.

Questions: Handcuffs

How do I care for handcuffs?

For handcuffs, so-called “bluing” is recommended, which essentially means oiling. There is special oil that you can also use to treat handcuffs.

Is it legal to wear handcuffs in public?

Yes.

How can I open handcuffs without the matching key?

In theory this shouldn’t be all that easy, but it is quite possible with handcuffs available for private use. What you need: a hairpin or paper clip. According to some instructions you can find online, an important prerequisite is that the shackle can swing all the way through when there is no wrist in the way. With some cuffs you can then simply push aside the spring from the inside – the one responsible for locking – and thus release the shackle without a key.