Self-defense is sometimes very important. You never know who you will meet on the way home in a dark alley. That's why it's a good idea to have something that can repel or stop intruders. In this regard, pyro-liquid (aerosol) pistols are very popular today, which release non-lethal, but rather unpleasant substances, spraying them into the enemy’s face.
The Premier-4 model belongs to this type. It is produced by Tula, famous for such products as the Ataman-M1 air pistol, AU Dobrynya and Charodey, as well as the new development Pioneer.
Device overview
Advantages and disadvantages
Pros:
- This self-defense tool does not require any license. However, the manufacturer recommends printing a certificate from the website and having it with you.
- There will be no legal consequences after using such a pistol.
- The shot is almost silent, so you can unexpectedly hit the enemy with a second charge after some time.
- There is a laser laser that can be conveniently activated using a special button.
- There are 4 charges.
- Dimensions and weight are very small.
- Quite reasonable price.
- Not a bad throwing range - up to three meters easily reaches.
Minuses:
- The device is not very comfortable for a large male hand.
- Its decent thickness does not allow it to be worn completely hidden.
- The maximum temperature for using a pistol in hot weather is plus 40 degrees. Therefore, for example, in the summer you should not keep it charged in the car - it may leak.
- It still takes time to draw a weapon and aim. If the gun is inside a woman's purse, you may not make it in time.
- There is no fuse.
The video below also provides a detailed overview of the Premier-4 aerosol device:
Purpose
As it says right on the packaging carton, the device is intended to serve as a defense against attack. It will spray liquid, caustic structures into the attacker's face, causing his eyes to water, his throat to feel very sore, and his nose to bleed mucus.
After all, the charge contains an irritating pepper extract. The effect of exposure is from 10 to 15 minutes. You can also use a pistol against dogs.
Pros and cons of the model
Based on their experience with an aerosol gun, users leave their comments. We can highlight some advantages and disadvantages of the Premier pistol, which a potential buyer will focus on.
- The main advantage is that to purchase, carry and store such a pistol, permission from the Russian Guard is not required. To avoid any questions from the police, you should carry the certificate with you. Otherwise, the weapon will be confiscated and sent for examination.
- If when using a traumatic pistol it is necessary to comply with a number of rules, and failure to comply with them entails legal proceedings, then a shot from an aerosol weapon does not have any legal consequences.
- The presence of a laser center helps to conduct targeted fire in the dark. The device is turned on by simply pressing the trigger. If the shot is unsuccessful, you can try again, since the cassette contains 4 charges.
- Small dimensions and light weight facilitate concealed carrying of weapons, which will come as a surprise to the attacker.
- In the price category, the Premier belongs to inexpensive types of weapons. It can be bought for 4-5000 rubles. If the pistol is not equipped with a laser pointer, its cost will be slightly reduced.
- A range of use of 3 – 5 meters is a good indicator for an aerosol weapon.
The model also has some disadvantages. They were also identified based on repeated use of weapons.
- Owners of large builds claim that the gun does not fit comfortably in the palm of their hand. The grip is unnatural and unreliable.
- For its small size, the thickness of the pistol could have been smaller.
- The pistol should not be stored in hot weather, in direct sunlight, or in a car. Liquid leaks may occur.
- The trigger does not require much effort, and the model does not have a safety lock, which could result in an accidental shot.
Specifications
Irritant spreading range | up to 5 meters (actually up to 3 meters). | Units |
Device dimensions | 13.8 by 11.8 by 3.95 centimeters. | PC. |
mm | ||
Number of charges in the magazine | 4 pieces. | G |
mm | ||
Type of charges | BAM-OS.000 18x55. | mm |
mm | ||
Battery Type | CR-2 (services for at least a year). | m |
mm | ||
The spot at a shot range of 3 meters has | width 35 centimeters and height 45 centimeters. | °C |
PC. | ||
Range of possible temperatures of use | from minus 15 to plus 40 degrees Celsius. | of the year |
Number of guaranteed shots | 1000 pieces. |
Additional questions
Despite the fact that there are no special requirements for carrying a weapon, you should immediately buy a belt holster, especially since it is not that expensive. The owner must always remember that for strangers a person with a weapon is a danger to which they may not react entirely adequately.
Converting from an aerosol gun to a traumatic one is quite possible, which is what amateurs used before. However, such manipulations are not legal. You can suffer significant punishment, because the actions of the would-be master may be considered as illegal production of weapons.
Design of the Premier-4 aerosol gun
The cassette with charges is loaded in advance - they fit into it quite tightly. The clip is inserted into the pistol from the front - with a slight movement. To pull it out, just press the locking button (located at the top of the device). At the top there is also a front sight with a rear sight, which are cast together with the body. They are not regulated.
In the front part there is a laser laser that is triggered when the handle is not fully pressed. There is a power indicator on the side. Both of these devices are powered by a battery, which is located at the bottom of the device. There is a plug with two screws. They are unscrewed if there is a need to replace the battery.
In this video you will see a test of the Premier-4 aerosol pistol:
Product contents
Before you buy a Premier aerosol gun, you need to make sure that the seller fully equips it. The product is packed in a cardboard box. This box has appropriate inscriptions and drawings. Some information about performance characteristics is already printed on the packaging.
The gun itself and additional components for it are placed in a plastic bag. Spare parts include one cassette. Unfortunately, the holster is not included. It will have to be purchased separately. The package also contains instructions and a certificate. Although aerosol weapons do not require mandatory certification, it is advisable to have documents for them with you.
Options and packaging
The box is made of ordinary cardboard. On the dark front side there is the name of the model and its white silhouette drawing. On the back there is an inscription telling about the purpose of the device and its main features. There are also photos of the pistol from two angles and photos of the charges used.
The box opens from the top. From there we remove the plastic bag with the entire set. Which includes:
- the gun itself;
- spare cartridge for charges;
- instructions in the form of a booklet.
Separately, you can purchase a belt holster made of genuine leather or a small handbag.
Principle of operation
The operation of the Premier pistol is based on the electro-pyrotechnic principle of igniting the primer charge. The electrical impulse created by the battery acts in turn on the ammunition contacts.
Detonation occurs in the next BAM. After a simulated explosion, the piston pushes out the cartridge plug and the irritant is sprayed. Contact closure begins with the upper left cartridge. The remaining cartridges are fired in order of priority, which is characterized by going around clockwise.
Rework
It should be noted that modifying the Premier aerosol pistol for injury will not be difficult. Some dashing heads, who were not afraid of problems with the police, did just that at first. Find suitable traumatic cartridges, a few manipulations - and that’s it. But why argue with the law, besides, aerosol weapons are not bad in themselves. And most of its owners came to exactly this conclusion.
And now, if they change anything, it’s the handle, which is not always comfortable for a man’s hand. On the Internet today you can find and order a replacement heel for the little toe, which was printed on a 3D printer.
We’ll talk about the prices for an aerosol device with pyromechanical cylinders of the Premier-4 model further.
Purpose of the pistol
A representative of aerosol weapons is the Premier pistol, or rather its two modifications - Premier-2 and Premier-4. The manufacturer is the city of Tula. This company gained popularity after the release of such models as Ataman, Dobrynya and Charodey.
The Premier device is designed to provide self-defense in emergency situations, as the manufacturer indicates on the packaging. The essence of the application is to spray caustic liquid substances. If the substances get into the area of the enemy’s face, the latter will be deactivated for a long time, as lacrimation, a sore throat, and a burning sensation in the nose will be observed. The basis of the irritant is pepper extract. The duration of the effect depends on the absorbed dose. On average, it is observed within 10-15 minutes. The Premier spray gun can also be used for dog protection.
Device
It is recommended to load the cassette with charges in advance: the cartridges fit tightly. In this case, the clip is inserted into the gas gun without effort. To load the weapon, you need to press the locking button, after which the injury is split into two parts. On the front of this model there is a front sight and rear sight, which form an integral whole with the body. The position of these structural components cannot be adjusted.
This model has a laser center on the front, which fires if the trigger is pulled all the way. On the side of the Premiere there is an indicator showing the remaining battery charge level. The battery is located at the bottom of the gun and is covered with a cover that can be removed by unscrewing two screws with a screwdriver. This is done because the battery discharges with regular use of the weapon and requires replacement. Prolonged wearing of the injury in cold air also leads to such consequences.
The battery not only provides detonation of the capsule, but is also responsible for powering the laser designator that is equipped with the Premier.
Gas self-defense weapons: Premier 2 and Premier 4 pistols - what you need to know
In a world full of surprises, you have to always be on your guard.
For people whose usual time of movement is the dark, it is better to have some means of self-defense.
Some people prefer martial arts or pepper spray. But you can find another way out: Premier aerosol or gas self-defense weapon.
The Premier pistol can be used by anyone over 18 years of age and does not require an additional license. The device was developed in Russia, the city of Tula.
The pistol must be loaded with cartridges containing an electric igniter, that is, BAM 18x55 caliber. Such cartridges are used in many traumatic pistols, an example would be “WASP”, “GUARD”, as well as “EGIS” or “SHAMAN”.
You will learn about which self-defense weapons, other than a gas pistol, can be used without a license from
this article .
The active substance in the cartridges is an extract from hot red pepper. This ensures highly effective protection against people and animals.
If the substance comes into contact with the face or open skin, it causes irritation, rashes on the mucous membranes, and temporary loss of vision.
In general, it is approximately like a gas canister, but, unlike it, a pistol can be used at a considerable distance. The pistol will not cause significant or irreparable harm to health, but will temporarily distract opponents.
Please note: the appearance of the pistol is very impressive and similar to a firearm, which will help intimidate the enemy or an active group of people.
Using the Premier pistol is not difficult, the size is not large, it fits easily in a regular bag. Confidently shoots at 5-7 meters, allowing you to maintain a sufficient distance from the enemy.
There are various modifications of the pistol: Premier 2 and Premier 4. They differ in the number of loaded cartridges, that is, the volume of the clip.
Premier 2 - 2 cartridges in a clip, Premier 4 - 4, respectively.
The Premier self-defense weapon is powered by a lithium battery, which is often used in such pistols. The CR23V battery is easy to replace and inexpensive. The purchase kit will include the pistol itself with a clip, a spare clip and a device passport.
Please note: the device passport must be carried along with the product.
When shooting, you must point the muzzle of the Premier pistol at the enemy’s face and press the trigger, the first cartridge will fly out, then, when you press the trigger, 2 will fly out and the next one, if provided.
If necessary, you can instantly change the clip of the Premier pistol; it is removed by pressing the latch on the top side of the device.
Cartridges for Premier gas self-defense weapons can be purchased at any store of a similar nature; you will not need documents or anything else when purchasing. The Premier self-defense product was created for self-defense, for which it is better to keep it.
You should not point a gun at children, pets, or family members, except in cases where they threaten life and health. Pointing a gun at other people without visible danger from them is also prohibited.
If the contents of the cartridges come into contact with your skin, rinse the area under cool water. If irritation does not go away for more than a few hours, consult a doctor. The pistol does not have a powerful safety lock; playing with it or handing it over to people unfamiliar with the instructions is strictly prohibited. You can easily purchase a Premier-4 pistol online via the Internet. Watch a detailed video review of the Premier 4 self-defense pistol:
Factory packaging and complete set of the Pioneer aerosol device.
The Pioneer double-shot aerosol gas pistol is supplied in a standard orange-red cardboard box.
On the front side of the box is a photograph of a pistol with the name of this device indicated: “Pioneer”.
Package Contents:
- the Pioneer pistol itself (located in a polyethylene bag),
- device passport,
- clip in the amount of 2 pcs.,
- adapter for the use of alarm threaded cartridges “Hunter’s Signal” or sonic threaded cartridges “THUNDER” - 2 pcs.,
- 4 (four) adapters for smaller caliber bams (13x50), 2 adapters are inserted into each of the two clips.
Complete set of the Pioneer pistol.
Conclusion: the best is the enemy of the good!
Converting Pioneer and Premier aerosol pistols for injury use, although possible, is completely impractical. If the loss of the device itself, its low efficiency and high probability of injury does not frighten you, then His Majesty the Law, a fine and rest in a “government house” are a more impressive deterrent.
If you really want a traumatic pistol, then find a way to get permission (there are always options in our country!) and buy a normal one or an Osu.