Swiss Tech BGCSBK BodyGard 5-in-1 Multi-Function Emergency Tool with Key Ring

List Price: $22.99 Discount Price: $11.69

Features:

• Spring-loaded point breaks car side windows for fast escape in an accident, fire, submersion
• Safety Blade Seat Belt Cutter quickly cuts seat belts to free drivers and passengers
• Powerful sonic alarm signals for help with loud dB
• High Visibility Flashing Red Distress Light to signal for help
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Customer Reviews:

A bit of a premature review, as we haven't had to use it yet. [Posted on 2007-12-27]
... Pulls from key chain easily with a yank, but it looks to be attached firmly enough to not yank itself free during a car accident's rapid deceleration.
... Having this device hanging from your ignition means it's more likely to be within reach. There are more effective tools, like larger emergency hammers, but your steering column will always be right in front of you. Another device may not. Anyone who's ever had their seatbelt lock as they reached for the radio or glove compartment or spilled coffee should be able to relate.
... Haven't tested on auto glass, but breaker pin has a surprisingly good punch for not being difficult to push. A lot of tool punches are difficult to press in, but this requires minimal effort and punches hard with a very sharp point. Don't test it too much on hard material which may dull the point.
... Flashlight is not bright, but in complete darkness, it may be greatly appreciated.
... I thought the sonic alarm was sadly inadequate, and really just a "feature" to make the device more attractive. You're better of yelling for help or screaming, as I don't think the sound of this alarm carries well or would dissuade or startle an attacker. And, as it's a small device, if you're not holding it perfectly, your hand muffles the sound very easily.
... It's right for the price, as long as you're not depending on the extra features, and really, having a light in a dark place could be invaluable. But since I was buying several, I only bought these for female relatives that might feel more more comfortable having a light and alarm. To save money, I bought the ResQMe for male relatives or females that I know carry lights on their keychains. The yellow ResQMe's are easier to see in dim light and have the two most important features, glass breaking and belt cutting.ResQMe, The Keychain Version of the Original LifeHammer (Yellow), Pack of 2

DO NOT TRUST [Posted on 2008-01-20]
I just bought two of these one for myself and one for my wife. I have a friend who works in a junk yard and agreed to let me try them out, the first one I used shoved the rod through the plastic on the inside and the second popped out but did not have the power to break the glass. PLEASE do not count on this to save your life if you do buy one try it out several times before you trust it. The light would be handy though if you turned on the light it might help the rescue divers find your body!

Too big and bulky [Posted on 2008-02-25]
Too big and bulky for me. I think I would have rather had the Rescue-Me version of this item. I do think its more practical than the full-size hammer. The siren is not loud, and I wouldn't think to use it.

This is junk at ANY price [Posted on 2008-04-11]
Not very well made; probably will not be at hand should you ever need it, unless you carry it on your keychain; it's really too big & bulky to carry on your car's keychain.
I bought one, tried it out as best I could, and eventually just rejected it to my junk drawn.

Don't Bother [Posted on 2008-06-06]
This came as part of a set of multiple items from Swiss-Tech. I tested the glass breaker, multiple times from various locations, and it didn't so much as scratch the glass. The siren can be loud, but it's also very easily stifled in the manner you are holding it. Haven't tested the seatbelt cutter, but I'm guessing my knives are just as well suited. It's way to bulky to be on my key chain.

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