Firearms Facts Episode 16: Flare Guns For Defense Part 2

Published on February 8, 2013
Duration: 7:26

This video explores the defensive potential of the Geco 26.5mm flare gun when combined with Kennesaw Cannon Company adapters. Testing with .410 buckshot and .45 Colt demonstrates effectiveness at close range, while #4 birdshot provides a deterrent effect. A standard Orion flare gun proved less capable. The legal implications of combining adapters with the flare gun to create a Title 1 firearm are stressed.

Quick Summary

The Geco 26.5mm flare gun, when fitted with Kennesaw Cannon Company adapters, can fire ammunition like .410 shells and .45 Colt, making it a potential last-resort defense weapon. However, this combination creates a Title 1 firearm subject to all gun laws.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Geco Flare Gun & Adapters
  2. 00:40Legal Warning: Title 1 Firearm Status
  3. 01:11Testing .410 Buckshot & .45 Colt
  4. 02:39Testing #4 Birdshot for Defense
  5. 04:13Orion Plastic Flare Gun vs Geco
  6. 05:04Damage Review & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a flare gun be used for self-defense?

Yes, with the use of caliber adapters like those from Kennesaw Cannon Company, a Geco flare gun can fire ammunition such as .410 shells and .45 Colt rounds, making it a potential last-resort defense weapon.

What are the legal considerations for using a flare gun with adapters for defense?

When a flare gun is combined with caliber adapters, it becomes a Title 1 firearm. This means it is subject to all standard gun laws, including background checks and potential carry permit requirements if used for defense.

How effective is birdshot from a flare gun for defense?

Testing showed that #4 birdshot fired from a Geco flare gun using point-shooting can create an effective 'peppering' pattern at close range, serving as a significant deterrent even if not immediately lethal.

What is the difference between a Geco flare gun and a marine flare gun for defense?

The Geco, being a metal flare gun with adapters, can fire firearm ammunition and is more robust. A standard Orion plastic marine flare gun, while a fire hazard, lacks the power to penetrate targets effectively and is primarily for signaling.

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