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| West Coast Tactical Supplies Inc. | |
| 198 Cirby Way, suite 170 B, Roseville , California 95678 | |
| Details: A Taser is an electroshock weapon that uses electrical current to disrupt voluntary control of muscles. Its manufacturer, Taser International, calls the effects "neuromuscular incapacitation" and device's mechanism "Electro-Muscular Disruption (EMD) technology" . Someone struck by a Taser experiences stimulation of his or her sensory nerves and motor nerves resulting in strong involuntary muscle contractions. Tasers do not rely on pain compliance, and are thus preferred by some law enforcement over non-Taser stun guns and other electronic control weapons. Currently there are two main police models, the M26 and X26. Both come with various accessories, including a laser sight and mounted digital video camera that can record in low-light situations. Taser International is also marketing a civilian model called the C2. Tasers were introduced as less-lethal weapons to be used by police to subdue fleeing, belligerent, or potentially dangerous subjects, often when what they consider to be a more lethal weapon would have otherwise been used. The use of Tasers has become controversial following instances of Taser use which have resulted in serious injury and death. ______KERSHAW KNIVES___ 2007 The legend continues. 2006 Kai USA Ltd., in proud partnership with the Paralyzed Veterans of America, introduce ZT (Zero Tolerance) Knives, a NEW division focused on the research and development of combat-ready knives designed to meet the rigorous demands of the military and law enforcement. ZT's Mudd knife, model 0500 wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show Most Innovative American Design award. Kai USA Ltd. wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show Publisher's Award for its partnership with the Paralyzed Veterans of America. Shun Elite 10 Chef's knife, model SG0405 wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show Kitchen Knife of the Year award. Kershaw's E.T. (External Toggle), model 1900 wins IWA International Knife Award. Kai USA Ltd. wins the Sur La Table Vendor of the Year award. 2005 Kai USA Ltd. (Kershaw Knives and Shun Cutlery) sweep Blade Magazine's Blade Show with an unprecedented 4 awards! The E.T. (External Toggle), model 1900, wins the Most Innovative American Made Knife of the Year award. Kershaw's OffSet, model 1597 with its technologically advanced MIM-HIP (metal injection-molded blade and 3-D machined handle) wins the Overall Knife of the Year award. Shun's Ken Onion 8 Chef's Knife, model DM0500 wins Kitchen Knife of the Year and the Spyderco Spyker, model C96 wins the Knife Collaboration of the Year award. Professional Bull Rider Guilherme Marchi sponsored by Kershaw Knives wins the PBR World Finals Average Champion title and finishes the season ranked second in the world. 2004 Kershaw's National Geographic Carabiner Tool, model 1004 with it's patented features wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show Most Innovative Import Knife of the Year award. Kai USA Ltd. moves it divisions (marketing, manufacturing, R&D, warehousing and shipping) to a new state-of-the-art 55,000 sq. ft. facility located in the beautiful Tualatin valley just minutes south of Portland, Oregon. 2003 Kai USA Ltd., expands its marketing presence in the United States by introducing the Shun line of cutlery and establishes a Housewares division to compliment the exploded growth of Kershaw Knives. The Shun Classic 8" Santoku, (kitchen knife) model DM0718, wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show Kitchen Knife of the Year award. 2002 Kershaw introduces Ken Onion's Leek with SpeedSafe model 1660VIB, the first knife with a (Rainbow Finish), wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show Overall Knife of the Year award. 2001 Kershaw's Ken Onion designed Black Chive, model 1600BLK with SpeedSafe& wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show American Made Knife of the Year award. 2000 Kershaw's Ken Onion designed Boa, model 1580 with SpeedSafe wins IWA International Knife Award. 1999 Kershaw introduces the first Ken Onion designs with SpeedSafe. Random Task, model 1510 wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show American Made Knife of the Year award. 1998 Kershaw introduces the first Ken Onion designs with SpeedSafe. Random Task, model 1510 wins Blade Magazine's Blade Show American Made Knife of the Year award. 1997 Under the direction of Mr. Koji Endo, CEO of Kai Corp., Japan, Hiroshi (Jack) Igarashi of Kai Corp, Japan is appointed Executive Vice President of Kai USA Ltd. dba Kershaw Knives. Kershaw Knives expands Wilsonville facility to include manufacturing, marketing and warehousing. One of the first products to be manufactured in the USA by Kershaw Knives was the Multi-Tool, model A100C, with its unique, adjustable pliers and thumb-stud one hand opening knife blade. 1996 Alaskan Blade Trader model 1098AK, with its patented gut-hook skinning blade was added to Kershaw's ever expanding product line. 1995 Two new series added to Kershaw's product line; Liner Lock series and the unique Lever Action series. 1994 Kershaw's ever popular Blade Trader series receives a new handle design, and the line is expanded to include a Hunter's Blade Trader and Fisherman's Blade Trader. 1991 Kershaw's limited-edition Scrimshaw originals by renowned artist Walter Alexander, expands to include hunting dogs, African wildlife, waterfowl and North American wildlife. 1990 New series added to the Kershaw product line; American Hand-Crafted Stag, Saber Tooth folders, Maniago work knives, and a new line of dress knives and accessories. 1988 D.W.O., the biggest selling small knife inspires bold new colors. Taskmaster Shears introduced. 1986 In memory of Delley Wade Officer (1960-1984), the D.W.O. model 3000 was added to the Officer Ranch Series. 1985 Kershaw moves into its new facility in Wilsonville, Oregon. 1984 Kershaw expands its market into Europe, as Kai Cutlery Europe. 1982 Kershaw expands the line of Field knives, Folding Pocket knives, and introduces its Floating Fish Fillet knives. 1978 Kai Cutlery Co. Ltd. purchases Kershaw Knives and creates Kai USA Ltd. (marketing), Kai Cutlery Hong Kong Ltd. (marketing). 1977 Kai Cutlery USA Ltd. (marketing). 1974 Kershaw Knives opens for business in Lake Oswego, Oregon with its no-hassle, lifetime guarantee. European Liaison Office, Düsseldorf, West Germany. 1973 Kai Cutlery Center Co., Ltd. (research and development). 1971 Endo Cutlery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (kitchen cutlery manufacturing). 1968 Sanwa Cutlery Industry Co., Ltd. (nail clippers, scissors and cutters manufacturing). 1964 Sanwa Precision Works Co., Ltd. (manufacturing and machinery). 1951 Kai Razor Co., Ltd. (razor and blade manufacturing). 1947 Sanwa Cutlery Co., Ltd. (marketing company established). 1908 Endo Manufacturing Co. (manufacturing and Marketing). |
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| Last Tour Update: May 18, 2012 |
