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Understand before you depend on it

Product Information

Clear information about defensive and emergency products, their intended use, and their limitations.

01

Firearms Training

Instruction and responsible-selection education only. CDS does not currently sell firearms.

02

Firearm Accessories

Holsters, secure storage, maintenance, range, and supporting equipment.

03

Less-Lethal Products

Pepper products, launchers, electronic devices, and product-specific training.

04

Medical Equipment

First aid, bleeding-control, CPR/AED, and emergency-care equipment.

05

EDC Sling Bag

The CDS everyday-carry system, color options, individual components, and related training.

Less-lethal product information

SABRE Defensive Options

These products are shown for education and comparison. The buttons below go directly to SABRE’s official product pages. CDS does not currently process these purchases through this website. Any future CDS sale or compensated affiliate relationship will be identified beside the applicable product.

SABRE 0.68 Caliber Home Defense Pepper Projectile Launcher kit with launcher, magazine, projectiles, CO2 cartridges, carry case, target, and Allen wrench

Home-defense pepper projectile launcher

0.68 Caliber Home Defense Pepper Projectile Launcher

A CO2-powered, seven-projectile launcher intended to create distance during a home-defense emergency. SABRE reports direct-impact use up to 60 feet. Projectiles may also break against a hard surface and disperse an irritating pepper cloud.

Manufacturer price
$199.99 $179.99
Kit includes
Launcher, magazine, 7 pepper projectiles, 7 inert practice projectiles, target, 2 CO2 cartridges, case, and Allen wrench
Important limitation
Less-lethal does not mean harmless. Safe storage, product-specific practice, judgment, and a complete emergency plan remain necessary.
View Product at SABRE
SABRE Crossfire Pepper Gel canister with belt clip and flip-top safety

Personal-defense pepper gel

Crossfire Pepper Gel with Belt Clip

A 1.5-ounce pepper-gel canister with a belt clip and flip-top safety. SABRE reports a maximum reach of 20 feet, best accuracy up to 15 feet, and deployment from different angles, including upside down. The gel stream is designed to reduce wind blowback compared with an atomized spray.

Manufacturer price
$17.99
Operating details
Approximately 6 seconds total spray time, powerful gel stream, belt clip, and UV marking dye
Important limitation
Accessibility must be balanced with protection against accidental discharge. Carry, storage, replacement dates, contamination, and post-use actions require planning and training.
View Product at SABRE
SABRE inert water practice spray canister with twist-lock safety

Inert training product

Practice Spray Canister with Twist Lock

An inert, water-based training canister designed to simulate the handling and deployment of a live twist-lock pepper spray. It allows students to practice grip, safety operation, presentation, aim, distance, movement, and verbal commands without exposing training partners to pepper irritant.

Manufacturer price
$4.99
Operating details
Approximately 10 seconds total spray time, 12–14-foot stream, 0.54-ounce inert formula
Training value
Useful for repetition and correcting technique before carrying a live product. It does not reproduce every environmental or physiological effect of an actual defensive deployment.
View Product at SABRE
SABRE compact pepper spray canister with attachment clip and twist-lock safety

Compact personal-defense spray

Pepper Spray with Attachment Clip

A compact 0.75-ounce canister with a non-removable clip for belt, pocket, or bag attachment. SABRE lists a powerful stream, best accuracy up to 12 feet, maximum range up to 16 feet, and a twist-lock safety intended to help prevent accidental discharge.

Manufacturer price
$9.99
Operating details
Approximately 13 seconds total spray time; pepper spray, CS tear gas, and UV marking dye
Important limitation
A clip does not guarantee usable access under stress. Carry position, orientation, retention, safety operation, replacement date, and practice should be evaluated together.
View Product at SABRE
SABRE Aim and Fire Pepper Gel trigger-and-grip deployment system

Trigger-operated pepper gel

Aim and Fire Pepper Gel

Recall notice: SABRE states that certain units with a 9/2027 expiration date are subject to a voluntary recall because a missing red nozzle may prevent deployment. Owners should check the official product page before relying on the device.

A reloadable, pistol-style pepper-gel system with a grip safety, replaceable gel canister, practice canister, and target. SABRE reports a 15-foot range and more than 10 seconds of total spray time.

Manufacturer price
$49.99
Kit includes
Aim and Fire device, live pepper-gel canister, inert practice canister, and practice target
Important limitation
The firearm-like form may be mistaken for a firearm. Identification, carry method, storage, access, legal restrictions, and safe handling require careful consideration.
Check Product & Recall at SABRE
SABRE Home Defense Pepper Gel canister with pistol grip and wall-mount bracket

High-capacity home-defense gel

Home Defense Pepper Gel with Wall Mount

A 13-ounce pepper-gel canister with a pistol-style grip, thumb trigger, and wall-mount bracket. SABRE reports a 25-foot range and as many as 32 bursts. The wall mount supports a planned location, but the product must still be secured against unauthorized or child access.

Manufacturer price
$49.99
Operating details
25-foot gel stream, up to 32 bursts, 13-ounce canister, and wall-mount bracket
Important limitation
A fixed location can improve access for an authorized adult while creating risks if it is visible, predictable, or reachable by children, visitors, or an intruder.
View Product at SABRE

Official SABRE Short Videos

Product use and practice

These manufacturer videos are each under six minutes. They provide useful product orientation but do not replace hands-on instruction, inert practice, legal education, or scenario-based decision training.

Home Defense Pepper Projectile Launcher 1:53

Flip-Top Safety Explained 0:33

Practice Spray Training 1:47

Aim and Fire Pepper Gel 1:08

Home Defense Pepper Gel 0:49

Manufacturer prices were checked September 18, 2026 and may change without notice. Confirm price, availability, shipping eligibility, and current product specifications on the manufacturer’s website before purchase.

Electronic less-lethal products

TASER Self-Defense

StrikeLight 2 and Bolt 2 serve different purposes. StrikeLight 2 is a close-contact stun device combined with a flashlight. Bolt 2 can deploy probes from a distance and may also provide contact-stun capability after its cartridge has been deployed or when no cartridge is installed. Neither device guarantees that a threat will stop.

Close-contact stun flashlight

TASER StrikeLight 2

A rechargeable close-contact stun device built into a three-mode LED flashlight. TASER lists high, low, and red-light modes, an audible warning arc, USB-C charging, and output up to 20 kV and 10 microcoulombs. It is not a probe-firing, stand-off device.

Manufacturer price
$169.99 in black or white
Dimensions
7.4 × 1.85 × 1.85 inches; approximately 10.6 ounces
Important limitation
Effective use requires close physical contact. Carry, retention, charging, access, contact duration, escape, and post-incident actions require training and judgment.
View StrikeLight 2 at TASER
White TASER Bolt 2 less-lethal self-defense device with yellow accents

Probe-deploying energy weapon

TASER Bolt 2

A compact, single-shot TASER device with a 15-foot probe-deployment range, laser-assisted aiming, and a manufacturer-described cycle of up to 30 seconds when both probes connect and maintain the electrical circuit. It also supports contact stun after the cartridge is deployed or when no cartridge is installed.

Manufacturer price
$449.99
Package includes
Bolt 2, wrist strap, 2 self-defense cartridges, 2 installed CR123 batteries, and a practice paper target
Important limitation
Probe spread, clothing, missed probes, incomplete circuits, battery condition, distance, and movement can affect performance. A safe-escape plan and trained follow-up actions remain essential.
View Bolt 2 at TASER

TASER manufacturer prices were checked September 18, 2026 and may change without notice. Product information is educational and does not constitute legal advice or a guarantee of effectiveness.

Projectile launcher platforms

BYRNA Less-Lethal Pistols

Compare BYRNA pistol platforms, their CO2 systems, and manufacturer-listed starting prices. Choose compatible projectiles and training for the specific model.

BYRNA SD launcher manufacturer product image

CO2-powered less-lethal launcher

BYRNA SD

Full-size self-defense platform.

Manufacturer price
From $399.99 USD
Platform details
.68 caliber · 8-gram CO2 · manufacturer-rated 280 fps
Package
Byrna SD Launcher - Universal Kit. Check the selected configuration for exact magazines, CO2, projectiles, and accessories.
View SD at BYRNA
BYRNA LE launcher manufacturer product image

CO2-powered less-lethal launcher

BYRNA LE

Full-size platform with a 12-gram CO2 system.

Manufacturer price
From $499.99 USD
Platform details
.68 caliber · 12-gram CO2 · manufacturer-rated 330 fps
Package
Byrna LE Launcher - Universal Kit. Check the selected configuration for exact magazines, CO2, projectiles, and accessories.
View LE at BYRNA
BYRNA CL launcher manufacturer product image

CO2-powered less-lethal launcher

BYRNA CL

Compact platform using dedicated .61-caliber projectiles.

Manufacturer price
From $549.99 USD
Platform details
.61 caliber · 8-gram CO2 · manufacturer-rated 400 fps
Package
Byrna CL Launcher - Universal Kit. Check the selected configuration for exact magazines, CO2, projectiles, and accessories.
View CL at BYRNA
BYRNA CL-XL launcher manufacturer product image

CO2-powered less-lethal launcher

BYRNA CL-XL

Extended compact platform with a 12-gram CO2 system and optic-cut top cover.

Manufacturer price
From $579.99 USD
Platform details
.61 caliber · 12-gram CO2 · manufacturer-rated 410 fps
Package
Byrna CL-XL Launcher - Universal Kit. Check the selected configuration for exact magazines, CO2, projectiles, and accessories.
View CL-XL at BYRNA
BYRNA Short Barrel LE launcher manufacturer product image

CO2-powered less-lethal launcher

BYRNA Short Barrel LE

Short-barrel LE option sold as a Basic Launcher package.

Manufacturer price
From $424.99 USD
Platform details
Review this model’s current specifications and package contents at BYRNA.
Package
Byrna Short Barrel LE Basic Launcher. Check the selected configuration for exact magazines, CO2, projectiles, and accessories.
View Short Barrel LE at BYRNA

BYRNA video collection

Product orientation

BYRNA product orientation, customer stories, and training partnerships selected for this collection. Follow the current manual for your model and complete hands-on training.

More videos from Byrna

Emergency medical equipment

LifeVac Choking Rescue Device

A manually operated suction device for complete airway obstruction after an unsuccessful choking-response protocol. Equipment selection belongs within a practiced emergency-response plan.

LifeVac Home Kit

Second-line choking rescue equipment

LifeVac Home Kit

Includes a separate practice mask for familiarization before an emergency.

Manufacturer price
$69.99 USD
Kit includes
One device, one adult mask, one pediatric mask, one practice mask, and instructions.
Availability checked October 2, 2026
Manufacturer lists this item as sold out. Check current availability and pricing before ordering.
View Home Kit at LifeVac
LifeVac Travel Kit

Second-line choking rescue equipment

LifeVac Travel Kit

Portable kit for planned access during travel. Inspect masks regularly and follow manufacturer storage guidance.

Manufacturer price
$69.99 USD
Kit includes
One device, one adult mask, one pediatric mask, and yellow zip-up carrying bag.
Availability checked October 2, 2026
Manufacturer lists this item as sold out. Check current availability and pricing before ordering.
View Travel Kit at LifeVac
LifeVac Home & Travel Kit Bundle

Second-line choking rescue equipment

LifeVac Home & Travel Kit Bundle

One Home Kit and one Travel Kit for two planned equipment locations. Manufacturer regular price: $139.98.

Manufacturer price
$134.98 USD
Kit includes
Two devices, two adult masks, two pediatric masks, one practice mask, and one yellow zip-up bag.
Availability checked October 2, 2026
Manufacturer lists this item as sold out. Check current availability and pricing before ordering.
View Home & Travel Kit Bundle at LifeVac

LifeVac video collection

Product orientation

The three videos selected by CDS, collected in one place. Follow current manufacturer instructions and choking-response training.

CDS everyday-carry system

EDC Sling Bag

A compact, organized system for carrying ordinary emergency and personal-safety tools. The bag is shown in purple and black. Final packages may be adjusted to the user’s needs, lawful options, abilities, and training rather than sold as a universal equipment list.

Purple CDS EDC sling bag with its shoulder strap displayed across the top, alongside a notebook, tactical pen, pepper spray, pink emergency utility cutter, and flashlight
Purple Sling Bag
Black CDS EDC sling bag with its shoulder strap displayed across the top, alongside a notebook, tactical pen, pepper spray, black emergency utility cutter, and flashlight
Black Sling Bag

Organized everyday preparedness

CDS EDC Sling Bag System

The proposed system keeps a notepad, tactical pen with glass-breaking capability, multi-mode flashlight, emergency utility cutter, and pepper spray together in one compact crossbody bag, with room for a telephone and wallet. The purpose is organized access and responsible preparedness—not carrying the greatest possible number of tools.

Color options
Purple and black sling bags
Proposed components
Notepad, tactical pen, flashlight, emergency utility cutter, pepper spray, and personal-item storage
CDS price
$135.00
Important limitation
Every component requires lawful possession, safe storage, inspection, realistic access, and product-specific instruction. Contents may need to change for the individual, location, or activity.
Explore EDC Sling Bag Training

Evaluate before relying on equipment

Product Readiness Check

This private check examines selection, lawful possession, authorized users, training, storage, maintenance, limitations, and backup planning. Answers remain on your device and should not include storage locations, access methods, serial numbers, security-system details, or other sensitive information.

Private self-assessmentDefensive & Emergency Equipment ReadinessOpen check

A product is useful only when it fits the need and the user understands its operation, limits, storage, and responsibilities.

Answers stay on this device

Can you clearly explain the need the product is intended to address?

Answer question 1

Have you considered the laws and policies that may apply to its possession or use?

Answer question 2

Have authorized users received appropriate instruction before depending on it?

Answer question 3

Is the product accessible to authorized users while secured from unauthorized access?

Answer question 4

Is it inspected, maintained, and replaced according to appropriate guidance?

Answer question 5

Do users understand its limitations and possible failure conditions?

Answer question 6

Have safe storage, transport, and carry requirements been considered?

Answer question 7

Do family members or employees understand who may and may not handle the equipment?

Answer question 8

Can authorized users operate it safely under controlled practice conditions?

Answer question 9

Would professional guidance help determine whether the product fits your actual needs?

Answer question 10

Does the selection account for the authorized user’s physical ability, mobility, environment, clothing, and realistic access needs?

Answer question 11

Is there a practical backup plan if the product is unavailable, inaccessible, prohibited, depleted, damaged, or fails?

Answer question 12

This reflection is not a professional security assessment and does not guarantee safety. It is designed to identify topics worth discussing with a qualified instructor.