Endless traumatic pistols withelectric capsule always caused distrust among potential buyers. The main reason for this is the lack of combat analogues. However, over time, this trend is changing. Today, many believe that barren pistols with an electric cup are the most effective means of protection among the entire range of traumatic weapons. Traumatic pistol "Shaman" at the moment is considered one of the best representatives of barren pistols. Today we will get to know him better.
This model can be called new, since ithit the stores only in 2010. It produces the company "A + A", which has already become famous for its pistols of the family "Cordon" and cartridges 18x45T. The main distinguishing feature of the new "trauma" was the use of a 20.5-mm cartridge in it.
Disputes about this were conducted for a long time. When firing on solid targets, 18- and 20.5-mm cartridges show approximately the same result. But in the case of targets, similar in density to the human body, the cartridge, whose caliber is larger, works much more efficiently. The reason for this is simple - the bullet has a large contact surface area with the target when hit. The second important argument in favor of this patron is weight. The combination of weight and area reduces the penetrating effect of the bullet and increases stopping. The force of impact of such a projectile is enough to stop a man dressed in winter clothes.
Comparing cartridges 20,5х45 and 18х45, except for differenceson the effectiveness of the shooting and the penetrating action caused by the dimensions of the bullet, it is worthwhile to dwell on the design features. It is important to note that the cartridge 18x45 from the company "A + A" can differ from the same cartridge of another manufacturer. The shell of this projectile is made of plastic, and the bullet does not have a shank. Instead of the latter, it has a smooth rear part, which is clamped directly in the sleeve with original cuts.
Similarly, the cartridge of a largercaliber, with the only difference being that his bullet is bigger and heavier. It is interesting that, despite the difference in the caliber, the donkeys of the cartridges of both cartridges are absolutely identical in size. This is done not only for reasons of economy, but also to ensure that the barrelless gun "Shaman" could work on two types of ammunition. As a result, this feature has become the hallmark of weapons.
Instead of clips and shops in the gun "Shaman"tapes are used, as in the models "Guardian" or "Osa-Aegis". Structurally, they are designed for a 20.5-millimeter projectile. To insert into the cassette cartridges of 18-caliber, you need a very simple design adapter. In fact, it is a nozzle made of plastic, which is put on the cartridge sleeve 18x45 to increase its diameter. Any additional adaptation is not necessary, since the bottoms of cartridges are identical in cartridges.
There is an opinion that cassettes quickly come tounfitness, simply, they crack. This can happen because of the inflation of the cartridge case. It should be noted that when working with cartridges of the company "A + A", such problems do not happen. Therefore, if the cassettes and crack, then only when using poor-quality projectiles. There are also no problems with mounting the cassette to the body of the pistol, according to the owners of this trauma.
From what has been said above, we can conclude thatThe cartridge of the larger caliber is smaller in efficiency, but there is one more nuance. Among ammunition 19x45 there are cartridges that are equipped not with bullets, but with rubber balls. They are called 18x45S. The weight of such bullet-ball is comparable to a 20.5 caliber ammunition. Shooting at various targets showed that in almost all circumstances the bullet of the cartridge 18x45 SH is not inferior to the bullet of the cartridge 20.5x45. In the case of a material that is identical in density to the human body, the likelihood of a penetrating injury from the ball is small, but the impact from such a hit is quite noticeable, even through winter clothing.
Pistol "Shaman", the review of which we are todayconduct, has the simplest electronics. And even a mechanical fuse, which in such models is usually presented as a switch, is not here. This decision is due to the desire of the creators to completely simplify the design and, as a result, increase its reliability.
Nevertheless, according to experts, the rejection ofmechanical fuse is not at all justified, and there are at least two reasons. The first: modern technologies allow to make the switch completely protected from the most aggressive environments. The second: the gain from such a decision can only be theoretical, since the trigger has absolutely the same contacts, subject to oxidation, as well as the fuse.
Traumatic pistol "Shaman" has oneprotection device - the lever located under the shutter release button. It simply blocks the ability to press the key until the gun is clamped in the user's hand. Given that the force of the shot in this model is about 4 kilograms, such a fuse is enough.
The Shaman pistol is powered by lithiumbatteries, which causes resentment in some skeptics. Many of them complain that the battery charge may fall when the gun is in the cold. It is really possible, however, that the feeder is discharged so that the shot would become impossible, it takes a lot of time and a very strong frost. The pistol "Shaman", the characteristics of which we already know, usually worn in your pocket, so there is no problem with negative temperature.
But what really can causefailure of weapons, so this is a natural discharge of the feeder. To enable the user to control the battery level, a corresponding indicator is provided in the gun design. It lights up when the safety lever is pressed. The indicator of the battery charge together with the laser target designator practically does not discharge the gun. However, if they turn on in your pocket and remain on for a long time, this wave is possible. To be sure that, if necessary, a shot will occur, it is recommended to check the charge daily. It is also recommended to always have a spare battery with you.
Traumatic pistol "Shaman", characteristicswhich we examined today, can work with different ammunition, including light and sound, which are very helpful in protecting against dogs and people. The fact that the gun has only two charges requires the user to have high accuracy and quick recharge skills. According to the manufacturer, the replacement of the cassette will not take more than a second. However, to achieve such a result in conditions of force majeure situation, only an extremely reserved and balanced person can do that, moreover, did not spare time to develop this skill.
Despite the fact that the shooter in the first stagethe conflict can operate with only two shots, it is recommended to carry out the first shot with a light and sound cartridge, and the second, if it is of course necessary, usual. The light-sound cartridge will significantly increase the chances of successful self-defense, as it works for all targets located in the direction of the shot.
As the owners' reviews show, the mainThe problem with the Shaman pistol is the low level of ergonomics. Despite the fact that there are very few internal elements in the handle, it has a large volume, and not all hands are comfortable in the hand. The situation is aggravated by the fact that the gun weighs just over 200 grams. From the standpoint of comfortable wearing, this is an absolute plus, but from the point of view of the force of bestowal - a weighty minus. The "Shaman" pistol, especially with a large cartridge, has a very impressive performance compared to other traumatic models of higher weight.
Another problem thatusers of "Shaman", - the absence of a comfortable holster, forcing to carry weapons in the pocket. In this regard, there are at least two disadvantages. The first is the probability of switching on the LCU and turning off the fuse. As you already know, this can lead to a discharge of the battery. The second - the probability of catching the lever of the fuse for the fabric, thread or any objects lying in the pocket.
Many users of this weapon believe thatdescent with a push force of 4 kilograms heavy. In principle, in most models of traumatic and combat weapons, descent is not easier. It is due to the fact that when the trigger is pressed, the shooter cock the trigger. And in revolvers you need an extra effort also to rotate the drum. In our case, a tight descent is nothing more than the cost of safe wearing. There are no constructive justifications for a tight descent in pistols with an electric capsule.
Today we examined the barren guntraumatic action "Shaman". Summarizing the above, it is worth noting that it is the most powerful in its class. Thanks to such a unique property as bikalibernost, the user of the weapon can equip him with a cartridge that is most suitable for this or that task. Like any other weapon, the Shaman pistol has its drawbacks. The main of them - a large handle, a strong return and not very comfortable transportation.
