Byrna, a manufacturer of less-lethal weapons, has opened a new retail store in Fort Wayne, expanding access to its self-defense products designed to stop confrontations without lethal force. The store, located at 4534 Industrial Road, offers a range of launchers that utilize CO2, showcasing capabilities like a 60-foot range and dual projectiles that inflict pain and deploy chemicals similar to pepper spray.
Training manager Samuel Letherer emphasizes the importance of preventative measures in self-defense, stating, “We don’t want to go to the ultimate nuclear option” when facing potential threats. This philosophy reflects Byrna’s mission to provide safer alternatives in a market where concerns about personal safety are growing. The store is open Monday through Saturday, inviting locals to explore these innovative self-defense solutions.
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