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Bud’s Q&A Page |
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Bud’s Q&A Page |
| What is a Powerhead? | A "powerhead" is a device mounted on the shaft of an underwater "spear gun." This device is most popularly used as personal protection against shark attacks. It can also be used when dealing with alligators. |
| What is a Bang Stick? | A "bangstick" is a powerhead mounted on a metal shaft or a wooden pole. Most scuba divers carry a bang stick with a 26 inch rod and ball assembly for shark protection. A long wooden pole is used for protection against alligators or when harvesting "gators." |
| What calibers are available? | The calibers available
from our shop are:
22 caliber magnum |
| What type of cartridge should I use? | You can use "standard off-the-shelf" ammo. Do not use aluminum casings; aluminum tends to swell. All ammo must be treated. Seal the primer and case to projectile (the crease where the projectile is fitted into the casing) with a small film of clear or colored fingernail polish. When dry, remove the excess from the case to projectile area. |
| What type of material is used in construction? | All of our powerheads/bangsticks are fabricated from 303 stainless steel. |
| What mounting thread is used to mount the device? | Our standard thread is 6mm. Other thread sizes are also available on request at no additional cost. |
| Who would use a powerhead/bangstick? | This device was designed for protection only. Unless you are a scuba diver, deep diver, "gator" hunter or boat captain, you have no use for this device. |
| How does a powerhead/bangstick fire? | The powerhead of a bangstick is designed with a fixed firing pin instead of a "springloaded" mechanism because of safety concerns. It is also equipped with a "hairpin" safety clip that prevents the mechanism from firing. The bangstick must be manually thrusted in a linear ( in line with the ball & rod ) motion in order for the unit to be discharged. Dropping the bangstick or hitting it against an object in a sidewise motion will not normally fire the mechanism. |
NOTE: Never carry a bangstick on a beach or in the surf. These devices are to be used UNDERWATER ONLY.
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