(GunReports.com) -– Safariland announced today that its two most popular models of nickel finished handcuffs have passed the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) 0307.01 Standard.
Required by many law enforcement agencies, the NIJ 0307.01 standard establishes requirements and methods of testing metallic handcuffs. The tests include weight and dimensional testing, mechanical strength, salt spray corrosion resistance and cheek plate tamper resistance.
Based on a pass/fail system, the Safariland Model 8112-1-31 standard chain style and the Model 8122-1-31 standard hinge cuffs passed all tests.
Constructed of steel with a nickel finish, these Safariland handcuffs are available at the following MSRP: Model 8112-1-31 Chain Style at $29.95; and Model 8122-1-31 Hinge Style at $45.95.