Sub 20 Joules at 30, 20, 10, 2 feet - it matters!

You need to know that distance matters a lot when using a weak launcher like the Byrna SD, PepperBall Lifelite, or any other of the sub 20 Joule launchers on the market. You need to consider what I'm showing you in this video. With a more powerful launcher 30+ Joules this really doesn't matter much and surely is not an issue this close with a firearm. But a weak launcher at 30 feet is really a long distance shot by CO2-powered pistol standards. Here I do some demos and discuss. Come along and let's explore the topic.
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[@Outrider74]

I like the concept of the flashlight launcher, but you’re right: the trigger needs to be better suited for one finger.

[@ScaredyCatTactical]

Me too. It's hidden in plain sight. But requiring two hands to support it and fire isn't the best. Maybe at night behind the glare of the flashlight it might still be ok. It has the same Joules as a Byrna SD.

[@Joreel]

A lighter trigger would be nice, but because of how it pierces the CO2, it's a hard trigger. They do make a smaller version so maybe that would be easier to use one handed.

[@ScaredyCatTactical]

@@Joreel My goal here was more of a demo of what 10-15 Joules looks like at different distances. There isn't much drop off of these light projectiles at these distances. Probably could hit pepper balls all around a target at 50 feet but definitely wouldn't be able to land body shots.

[@airgunsanonymouslesslethal1904]

@@Joreel the smaller one has an even harder trigger and other issues.

[@dynamo4826]

It's such a nice option despite the hard trigger. Would I rather a pistol-shaped device? Yes, but variety is the spice of life-saving self defense.

[@ScaredyCatTactical]

Ha ha, yes it's definitely a unique sub-20J launcher. It is useful for demos like this and it's a very practical device for night time walks.

[@jerome7261]

This concept is good : a flashlight combined with laser aiming launcher, *but* , it would be great if it is powerful flashlight (>1000 lumens, >75000 candelas for ex) *and* a decent power (16 to 20 joules), so it could blind and shoot. The trigger must be improved. Seem to be adapted to distances up to 15 feet.

[@ScaredyCatTactical]

I like the trigger press-to-pierce mechanism, very much like a Byrna SD. Same power as the SD also. But my dream non-pistol shaped launcher would have some improvements like you mentioned.

[@Joreel]

It's designed for distances under 15 feet as most engagements are under 10 feet. It's a great launcher for keeping stray animals away from you or your pets.

[@ScaredyCatTactical]

@@Joreel Yes and the laser is dead-on within 15 feet. I'm sure some of my spread is coming from the hard trigger press and some movement which might be less with a more intuitive pistol-shaped launcher.

[@ThomasJay723]

Bro congrats on 2k it’s about to happen :) !!!!

[@ScaredyCatTactical]

Thanks. I'm really grateful to see the real organic growth of this channel over time. I'm still trying to find the sweet spot that is inclusive of both firearm and airgun users which typically has been an either/or when it comes to KZbin.

[@ThomasJay723]

@@ScaredyCatTactical it’s going well bro 🔥 you got this man 👏 and yes grass roots organic baby

[@airgunsanonymouslesslethal1904]

I think close distance defense is an ok reason to carry a week one but I'd rather 24 or more. And I'd rather a good pepper spray than a Byrna sd any day.

[@ScaredyCatTactical]

Like you pocket pepper spray every day hasn't changed for me. I did some measurements of the Byrna SD and although they call it a "compact" launcher, it's taller and wider than the Glock 17 gen 5 .43 cal which is a replica of a full-size firearm. It's that kind of disparity in size that frustrates me because I want a real compact to sub-compact less lethal option. Big and bulky + lots of hype = consumers that aren't satisfied.

[@brr8888]

Cute toy lol

[@ScaredyCatTactical]

You definitely need to see next week’s video. It must have been divinely inspired for you.