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"COBRA" is a SELF DEFENSE SPRAY (Aerosol), containing extracts ("O.C") from RED Chili Pepper.
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| 2) What is O.C (Oleoresin Capsaicin)? |
"O.C" is the extract from the Chili, O.C is what is responsible for making chilies HOT.
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| 3) How effective is "COBRA"/ what are the effects? |
When sprayed with COBRA, the immediate effect is of severe burning sensation in the eyes (thus shutting them), apart from this the liquid also penetrates the skin pores & creates a burning sensation from within, also the spray causes very heavy irritation in the MUCUS membrane inside the nasal cavity, the over all effect of these factors renders the person completely helpless & in very high degree of pain & burning.
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| 4) How long does it take to effect the inflicted person? |
The effect is immediate & on contact. ( tear gas takes 10 - 12 seconds )
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| 5) How long do the effects last? |
For the complete effects to wear off takes up to 2- 3 hrs, however the maximum effect is for 45 - 60 mnts when the person is completely helpless & in a very high degree of pain & discomfort.
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| 6) Does it have any permanent effects? |
"COBRA" has no known permanent effects, the initial 2- 3 hrs of high discomfort & pain is the only effect.
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| 7) Is this an "ARM"? |
Yes, "COBRA" is an "ARM". ----Under the "ARMS" act, anything made or designed for the specific purpose of Defense or Offence & machinery used to manufacture the same fall under the category of "ARMS", by this definition even a wooden pole made for the reason of attacking or defending is an "ARM", however if the same is used for agriculture purpose it is not labeled as an "ARM".
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| 8) Is a license required to carry this on person? |
Under the 'ARMS" act, license is required only for "Fire Arms"(containing gun powder & explosive ingredients), hence no license is required for "COBRA" |
| 9) Is it difficult to operate? |
"COBRA" has been specifically designed keeping in mind that this is going to be used when the person is under attack & probably one of the hands is already busy in warding off the attacker, hence COBRA - MAGNUM has been designed for simple & single hand "draw & fire" action
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| 10) Does one need to target practice to use this effectively? |
All a person needs to do is, aim in the general direction of the face of the attacker & press down the nozzle/ pull the trigger. This is as easy to use as a "CAN" of room freshener or perfume spray
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| 11) Is usage of this product permissible under the law? |
Under the law SELF-DEFENSE is permitted.
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| 12) In case of accidental contact/ discharge, what is the remedy? |
In case of accidental contact or discharge, do not rub the area of contact. As this will only aggravate the situation, the only remedy for this is to flush with running water, effects wear off after some time.
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| 13) In a nutshell, how strong is "COBRA"? |
In a nutshell, "COBRA" is at least 20 times stronger/ hotter than the chili powder used in our kitchen everyday
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| 14) What is the range of "COBRA" spray? |
"COBRA” has been designed to emit / discharge a "cloud pattern” spray effective up to 8 ft ,for Magnum & Magnum Pro Models, Standard model has an effective spray of 6 ft
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| 15) How much should one spray on an individual? |
Usually a half second burst is enough, however if the suspect is under the influence of DRUGS or ALCOHOL (which increase the resistance to pain) keep the nozzle pressed down, till the desired effect is achieved.
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| 16) How long does "COBRA" last, when fired continuously? |
"COBRA" Magnum / Magnum Pro have a high emission rate, the container empties in 9 seconds when fired continuously (usually a half second burst is enough to put down an individual), COBRA Standard has a slightly lower rate of discharge and the unit will empty our in approximate 20 seconds
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