History of creation
Since 2016, Tula has been producing an original means of civil self-defense - the Pioneer aerosol pistol. The weapon, developed as an alternative to pepper spray, is effective in defense against both intruders and aggressive animals, allowing you to neutralize the aggressor in a couple of seconds.
has long earned a reputation as a good manufacturer of effective self-defense products. But the gas pistol is a unique development. It is multifunctional, productive, and yet completely easy to use. In 2022, the Pioneer underwent modernization - it acquired a laser pointer (LCC).
Since 2022, the manufacturer does not work directly with individuals. But you can order products from the seller, who acts as a direct representative. His official website is pioner-official.ru. The seller provides favorable purchase conditions and a 2-year warranty.
Description of injury
“Pioneer” is a self-defense device with an impact trigger and self-cocking. The body is made of durable plastic, and the trigger is made of metal. The compact size makes the pistol convenient for use by both men and women. The thickness of the “Pioneer” is only 2.2 cm, which allows you to carry it with you unnoticed.
The unique design of the pistol lies in the presence of 2 vertically positioned barrels and an additional clip hidden in the recess of the handle. This ensures continued self-defense after the main clip is used up.
The shot is fired by pressing the trigger and the trigger located under the barrel. There is no safety lock, therefore, to eliminate the possibility of an accidental shot, the trigger moves tightly, and the trigger is closed with a protective guard. The trigger mechanism is reliable, the probability of misfires is low.
To make self-defense effective, the developers made the Pioneer as similar as possible to a real traumatic pistol.
“Pioneer” really looks brutal, and is even equipped with a front sight. This may seem strange: a pepper gun is not a weapon that needs a scope. But if you consider that the shot range reaches almost 5 m, the front sight no longer seems like an unnecessary element of equipment.
Aerosol pistol Pioneer
The “Pioneer” aerosol device is particularly reliable and efficient, and was developed taking into account the experience of operating other self-defense means from the famous Tula one. Thanks to its light weight and compactness, the Pioneer aerosol pistol is equally convenient for carrying and using by men and women, and is capable of instantly stopping an attacker with a “shot” from a distance of up to 5 meters. The most important advantage of an aerosol weapon for self-defense, made in the form of a small pistol, is its high shooting accuracy and the absence of legal problems if it has to be used in an emergency. To purchase and carry a Pioneer pistol, you do not need to obtain any permits. The effect of the irritating contents of the small-sized BAM can is temporary and is not capable of causing irreparable harm to the health of the aggressor.
Design Features:
● Lightweight but durable plastic case, inside of which there is a metal impact-type trigger.
● Easily removable two-shot magazine for BAMs of size 18x51 mm.
● Easy to use and instant preparation for shooting due to the absence of a safety lock.
● Convenient safe descent.
● Quick reloading with a spare magazine stored in the handle.
● The presence of an aiming bar and front sight, high shooting accuracy.
● Technical compatibility with signal threaded cartridges “Thunder” and “Hunter Signal”, possibility of use as a sports starting pistol.
● Overall dimensions (LxWxH): 135x23x133 mm
● Weight 157 g.
● 12 month warranty.
Advantages of purchasing aerosol guns in our online store
Due to many years of cooperation with manufacturers of self-defense equipment, our company is able to offer you the Pioneer aerosol pistol and other similar products at the lowest, competitive market price.
Store consultants will help you choose spare BAMs and tell you in detail about the main points of using the Pioneer aerosol device in emergency cases. We guarantee fast delivery of ordered weapons for self-defense to any location in Russia. It is a product that does not require permission to purchase and wear, which is confirmed by a certificate of conformity. Weapons for self-defense must comply with Federal Law No. 150 of December 13, 1996 and GOST R 507451-95.
Technical characteristics of "Pioneer"
The main advantage of the Pioneer is that it is a multifunctional pistol, allowing the use of cartridges for various purposes without changing the design of the device.
The Pioneer aerosol pistol belongs to the category of lightweight pocket self-defense products. The cartridges are inserted using the barrel clip method. To load the weapon, you just need to connect the clip to the barrel. A click will indicate that these elements are fixed and the pistol is ready to fire.
The top cartridge is activated first, then the bottom one. To reload a weapon, you need to remove the clip. If self-defense time is running out, you can shorten the reload time by simply inserting a loaded one from the handle instead of the used clip.
Let's look at the technical characteristics of the Pioneer pistol.
| Parameter | Meaning |
| length | 13.5 cm |
| height | 13.2 cm |
| width | 2.2 cm |
| weight | 157 g |
| number of cartridges that can be held | 4 (2 in the main clip, 2 in the additional one) |
| types of cartridges | BAM OS 18×51 mm; BAM 13×50 mm; noise cartridge "Thunder", light cartridge "Hunter's Signal" |
| effective shot distance | up to 4 m |
| maximum shot distance | up to 5 m |
| trigger pull force | 50 N |
| compressibility of the emitted jet | 250 mm |
Do I need permission?
You do not need a license to buy and carry a gas pistol. Any adult citizen who suspects that he or she may be in danger can possess a pistol. The gas used in the pistol has a slight negative effect on the body: it only irritates and burns the mucous membranes of the nasopharynx, as a result of which the attacking subject loses interest in the victim.
The only condition for purchasing a pistol is that you must be of legal age. The seller will certainly ask about this item. Therefore, if the buyer looks young, he will have to show his passport. Or send a scanned copy of the passport page where your age is indicated, if the weapon was ordered from an online store.
Packaging and equipment
The Pioneer pistol is sold packaged. All items included in the kit are neatly packaged in an orange cardboard box with a gun pictured on it.
Opening the box you can see:
- pistol in plastic wrap;
- two clips;
- adapters for chambers - 4 pieces;
- accompanying documentation - passport, instructions for use.
Despite the fact that the Pioneer is an unlicensed weapon, you need to carry documents for it with you.
Conclusion
Drawing a conclusion, we can understand that each of the models is good for its own purposes. AU Pioneer is convenient for concealed carry. It can shoot not only gas, but also light and noise cartridges, which makes it possible to use it to attract attention or for entertainment.
The Premier-4 is best worn in a holster; it is suitable for motorists and security company employees. The large size makes it uncomfortable for everyday wear. The advantages in the form of a large affected area and strong concentration of irritant speak in its favor.
Despite all the differences, the devices effectively perform their functions and neutralize aggressive attackers without causing them serious damage. They can be used in tight spaces, in rain and wind. The choice depends on personal preference.
Ammunition
The great advantage of the Pioneer is its variety of ammunition. Ammo used:
- pepper;
- light and noise;
- pepper-coloring;
- even confetti for the celebration.
The cartridges are activated mechanically by means of a striker.
The gas can be sprayed indoors without fear, since its jet is directed. But even outdoors in windy weather, the gas reaches its target. The effectiveness of the gas jet is not affected by rain or smoke.
The main advantage of a pistol over a gas cartridge is that the concentration of the active substance in it is higher.
Pepper cartridges are intended for short-term deprivation of the aggressor's legal capacity. This time is enough for the potential victim to escape. The Pioneer uses BAM-OS.000 pepper cartridges of 2 calibers: 18x51 mm and 13x50 mm.
Exposure to gas is an unnecessary measure when the enemy is not so strong and terrible. For example, if the potential aggressor is a stray dog. You can stop an aggressive animal with a loud sound; for this, noise cartridges BAM-X.000 of 13x50 mm caliber or threaded ammunition “Thunder” are used. If the bandit is unlikely to be confused by the noise - he will quickly understand what is going on, then a sudden and sharp sound will certainly frighten the dog.
As for the “Hunter Signal” cartridges, they are used in the “Pioneer” with special mounts. In this case, the pistol turns into a flare gun, designed to send an SOS signal in an emergency.
Purpose and appearance of the pistol
The fact that it is possible to use several types of cartridges without prior modification of the design made the Pioneer pistol extremely popular. Based on this, we can talk about a wide range of weapons use. Citizens may be attacked not only by hooligans, but also by dogs.
- Sometimes the use of traumatic weapons is not appropriate, since such shooting has a number of legal restrictions. You can use a pistol with pepper bullets immediately after assessing the dangerous situation. Pepper cartridges BAM-OS.000 18x51 mm, as well as BAM-OS.000 13x50 mm, allow you to temporarily incapacitate an enemy.
- Sometimes direct gas exposure is not necessary. The sound effect of a shot itself can have a stopping effect. And if a person can determine that the sound is produced by special noise cartridges, then this will definitely scare away the dogs. The Pioneer pistol can use BAM-X.000 13x50 mm noise-action cartridges or “GROM” threaded cartridges.
- The Pioneer is unique in that it combines the function of a rocket launcher. In emergency situations, issuing a light signal can save lives. The “Hunter Signal” light effect cartridges can be used in the “Pioneer” device if special attachments are available.
The Pioneer looks very much like its predecessor, the Premier. The similarity is especially emphasized by the presence of two trunks. The trigger, located under the barrel, is made similarly. Certain similarities can also be found in the structure of the handle. If we compare the dimensions, the Pioneer is much more compact than the Premier. Its thickness is 2.25 cm. For such weapons, it is important that it be possible to carry it inconspicuously.
The real highlight of the Pioneer model is the special recess in the handle, into which a spare clip is placed. This design solution helps to increase the rate of fire.
The designers of the model tried to put maximum aggression into the appearance of the device. Upon quick examination, the Pioneer looks like a traumatic pistol. At first glance, it seems that for a gas or aerosol pistol, an aiming device is redundant. But if we take into account the decent shooting range, it turns out that the bar and the front sight perform their functions completely. Since 2011, Pioneer has been equipped with a laser target designator (LTS). The pistol is quite easy to operate. To fire, you just need to pull the trigger. By the way, the weapon is protected from an unwanted shot by the trigger guard.
Advantages and disadvantages
Reviews about the Pioneer pistol are overwhelmingly positive. Although this type of defensive weapon is not without its disadvantages.
| pros | Minuses |
| Compact, light weight, easy to hold in hand | high cost compared to pepper spray |
| availability of a spare clip | The main clip holds only two rounds |
| weapon versatility | |
| firing range up to 5 m | |
| presence of front sight and laser sight | |
| no need for a license to carry a weapon | |
| Availability of adapters for different types of cartridges |
Characteristics of AU Premier-4
A shot from this gun model is almost silent, which allows you to hit an attacker unexpectedly. This makes it possible to quickly fire a second shot. Other advantages of the device include the following:
- large cylinder capacity;
- ability to fire four shots before reloading;
- enlarged area affected by irritant;
- humane elimination of the aggressor.
The advantages of the device are quite attractive to users. They often give him the advantage.
Premier 4 has some disadvantages. Its disadvantages include:
- lack of fuse;
- electronic release, therefore increased likelihood of discharge;
- quite wide;
- long recharge;
- unlike a weapon.
AU Premier-4 is similar to the OCA injury known in the country. It has the largest caliber and increased firing range. The special feature of the device is its width of 39 mm, so it is difficult to hide under clothing.
What is the price?
The easiest and most profitable way to buy a gas pistol is in an online store. But you need to be careful, there are many scammers on the Internet who create fake websites. Buy weapons only on the official website.
The main sign of a fake is low cost. The “Pioneer” aerosol pistol costs about 4,000 rubles on the official website, its modified version with a laser sight costs 5,000 rubles. If you find a product cheaper, do not rush to rejoice: it is highly likely to be a fake.
Also on the official website you can purchase sets of cartridges for various purposes and a holster for the Pioneer. The belt holster is sold in 3 variations: a regular one for 950 rubles, with a belt clip costs about 1000 rubles, and one that allows you to hide a weapon when worn for 550 rubles.
