Why are Gotcha Handcuffs so expensive?
Gotchas are the most secure and safest restraints in the industry today, and have the smoothest operational system, which make it the easiest handcuffs to use bar none! Internally, they are the most precise and durable personal restraint system and safety equipment you will ever use. The patented geared operating mechanism is separate from the patented cam locking mechanism. This facilitates the very smooth action of the swing arm, while allowing for a very firm and positive action of the locking mechanism, as the key is rotated between positions. A great deal of engineering and detail was expended to ensure the smoothness of operation and that the swing arm engaged the geared operating mechanism every time. This was done to ensure officer safety and to minimize injury to the wrist of the subject especially from the most common injuries to the bones and nerves. Additionally, the locking mechanism automatically returns to the ready position from the unlocked position. Gotchas are the on
