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A new game-changing weapon that uses radio waves to disable enemy electronics and take down multiple drones at once is under development for the UK’s armed forces.
Product Safety Report for Senye Army Combat Max Gun sold via Amazon presenting a high risk of injuries.
British troops will soon be more lethal on the battlefield, as a new £90 million contract delivers modern, high precision rifles.
Product Safety Report for Electric Toy Gun, HK416D sold via Amazon presenting a high risk of injuries.
Product recall for JJKTN Mini Toothpick Gun presenting serious risks of injury to sight
Product Recall for a noncompliant Vevor PC03 Powder Coating Gun.
Product Safety Report for Diafield Heat Gun presenting a serious risk of fire.
Product Recall for Wolves Assault Rifle Toy Gun / Arrow Set presenting a risk of choking.
Product Safety Report for Yijalong soft bullet air gun presenting a serious risk of asphyxiation due to the noncompliant shape of the foam bullets which can lodge in the throat.
The laws on selling, buying and carrying a knife or weapon depend on the type of knife or weapon, your age and your circumstances.
Dstl ensures the UK armed forces have the required weapons capability through research, development and demonstration of advances in science and technology.
Product recall for Yunhetu YT-818 Blowtorch ‘Flame Gun’ presenting a serious risk of burns and explosion.
Product Safety Report for KKTect Hot Air Gun presenting a high risk of fire and electric shock.
Product Safety Report for Tattoo Gun presenting a serious risk of fire as the item includes a clover leaf plug which provides access to live parts.
Product Safety Report for Long Wei hot air gun presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
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