Which handcuffs should I get?

[mcknis]

After looking at the different handcuff sites on here I am still not finding an answer. I have seen the different option and am in limbo as where to go. Is chained or hinged better (depends on the situation, right)? Which brand is better (S&W, Peerless, ASP, Hiatt, etc.)?

I need as much feedback as possible before buying a pair. Thanks

[darrell]

I only carry Peerless Hinged. I also have 1 ****ty pair of Hiatts Hinged that I am goign to dump on someone. Also I have a pair of S&W chains.

Peerless Rock.

[DWCO322]

First of all, if your LE I suggest buying 2 pairs. I personally reccomend Smith & Wesson model 1 cuffs. They fit anyone from skinny wrists to fat wrists and anywhere in between. Hinged or chained is a matter of personal preference. Hinged can be more difficult to get on somebody with thick wrists.
If you are not a LEO or Security Gaurd I suggest getting your equipment here.
http://www.policecatalog.com/product.html?t_q=71362

[michiganstud]

Depends on what you want to spend and how much you value your life.

If you want a cuff to malfunction or worse break because you purchased a 12 dollar cheapie then ok.

Buy Hiatts or Smith & Wesson. Definately go 2 pair, usually officers use one hinged and one chained.

[Piggy]

I prefer Hyatts because of the reset function (can't remember what you call it now). I don't know if the other companies have it or not. My set is all black Hyatt hingecuffs. I love em.

Michiganstud is almost correct. You should have one hinge, one chain but I would also suggest the heart shaped style for off duty.

[scootsmo]

Another thing you have to look at is which one does your department allow? We are not allowed to carry hinged cuffs. If you aren't a cop yet I would wait and see before I spend any money on it. If you are already then forget everything I have just said.

[sbrad]

I also have 1 ****ty pair of Hiatts Hinged that I am goign to dump on someone.

I'll take 'em. I love Hiatts.

[Piggy]

Another thing you have to look at is which one does your department allow? We are not allowed to carry hinged cuffs. If you aren't a cop yet I would wait and see before I spend any money on it. If you are already then forget everything I have just said.

Out of curiosity, what is the reason why your dept won't let you carry hinged?

[corporal716]

What ever kind you go with hinged or not, the only brands I would use are Smith & Weson or peerless. They are the top of the line and the industry standard.

[tpd_six]

My vote's for the Smith & Wesson. I carry two pairs, one hinged and one chained. I have had the chained pair for ten years and they just keep getting smoother. I use the hinged if someone's being uncooperative, I feel it gives me better control after I get one cuff on, doesn't let them squirm around quite as much either.

[JD45]

I'll stick with my Peerless chained. I have some S&W chained, but they're very stiff. Personally I don't like the hinged because they eliminate some arrest techniques that I use at times.

[doomtsu]

Anybody use the new ASP cuffs yet? I like the idea of having the keyhole on both sides. Plus the stylish two tone color will go with anything your perp is wearing!

[fatboyjim154]

I'm issued & use Hiatts rigidcuffs and 2010's. If you can't get/or don't want to use hiatts but want to try rigidcuffs RRB rapid cuffs They is made in the USA from S&W cuffs.

[doomtsu]

Also quick question......while i was searching for a set of backup cuffs, i came across "Thumb Cuffs".....Is there anyone on this board that has actually used them? Pretty funny looking i must say!

[JD45]

Anybody use the new ASP cuffs yet? I like the idea of having the keyhole on both sides. Plus the stylish two tone color will go with anything your perp is wearing!

I was actually thinking of buying a pair of those, just for that nice little feature. They would be a backup pair though..