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This SHOT Show 2026 exhibitor profile from Prepared 2 Protect highlights their less-lethal personal defense solutions. Breanna Garvey, Channel and Brand Manager, details the Secure 68P pepper ball launcher with its innovative CO2 activation and integrated tool, and previews the Defensor full-auto less-lethal rifle. The brand focuses on individuals uncomfortable with traditional firearms.

This analysis of a Whole Foods altercation emphasizes de-escalation and the importance of a proactive self-defense mindset. Instructor John Correia highlights that adults should use words to solve problems and advises individuals to be 'unoffendable.' The video also touches on bystander safety, the utility of less-lethal options like OC spray for simple assaults, and the benefits of martial arts training for street encounters.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a critical incident where Phoenix PD responded to a hatchet-wielding suspect at an IHOP. The analysis highlights the effectiveness of a private citizen's armed presence in de-escalating the initial threat, the deployment of less-lethal options by officers, and the eventual use of lethal force when the suspect closed to within 12 feet. Expert commentary emphasizes the importance of understanding distance perception with bodycams and the tactical considerations of less-lethal tool effectiveness.

This guide details the operation of the Byrna non-lethal self-defense system, covering its features, projectile types, and basic firing procedure. The Byrna SD Pepper Kit, retailing around $399, offers a non-lethal alternative for personal protection, capable of firing various projectiles including pepper and CS gas rounds. Testing indicates reliable accuracy at close range and significant impact from kinetic rounds, with chemical agents providing immediate incapacitation effects.

This video, a re-upload due to YouTube flagging, introduces the Byrna SD, a less-lethal pistol. The creator emphasizes its suitability for the "capable citizen" and differentiates it from paintball guns. The video touches on self-defense scenarios, particularly in the context of civil unrest and unexpected situations, positioning Byrna products as a tool for escalation of force. It highlights the Byrna SD's features and aims to provide an informative review for viewers interested in less-lethal alternatives for personal safety. The creator also promotes their Patreon, Amazon shop, and website for more content and gear.

This video announces a new partnership between Byrna and the USCCA (U.S. Concealed Carry Association) to expand access to less-lethal self-defense solutions. The collaboration aims to provide Americans with responsible alternatives to firearms for personal protection, particularly in situations where firearms may not be an option or preferred. The video highlights the USCCA's role in providing education, training, and self-defense liability insurance to responsible Americans.

This video tests how many cast iron skillets are needed to stop various bullets, from .22 LR to 500 S&W Magnum. Most common handgun rounds like 9mm and .45 ACP are stopped by two skillets. Rifle rounds like 5.56mm and 7.62x39mm also require two to three skillets, while the powerful 500 S&W Magnum penetrates three and is stopped by the fourth. The .22 LR failed to penetrate even the first skillet.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of a .50 BMG rifle, specifically the Serbu BFG-50A, against a section of railroad track. Various .50 caliber rounds, including Raufoss Mk 211 API and silver tip API, were fired. While the rifle and ammunition demonstrated the ability to penetrate even the thickest parts of the rail (over 1.5 inches), bullet deflection and shifting upon impact with the dense steel were observed.

This video demonstrates launching an M67 fragmentation grenade using an X Products Can Cannon towards a distant frozen lake. The Can Cannon, firing .223 blanks, successfully propels the grenade, which detonates upon impact, creating a visible hole in the ice. The experiment highlights the launcher's capability for extreme projectile delivery in challenging outdoor conditions.

This video tests the destructive power of a .50 caliber spotter round against 1.25-inch thick bulletproof glass, comparing it to a standard FMJ round. The spotter round, designed to spark and flash, created a larger crater and more surface damage than the FMJ round, demonstrating its specialized impact characteristics. The Serbu BFG-50A rifle was used for both tests.