Armatix Handgun Comes With High Tech Safety Measures

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Munich, Germany-based Armatix GmbH has developed new technology to make our firearms safer and prevent them from falling into the wrong hands.  The Armatix Smartgun uses a biometric radio wristwatch that acts as a safety, preventing the gun from firing unless it is in the hands of its approved user.

The Armatix Smartgun includes both the pistol and the wristwatch, the latter of which is personalized to the user and accessible via a fingerprint.  Touch the watch’s screen with the authorized fingerprint, the watch will then unlock the gun which can fire only when in direct proximity to the watch.  The rear butt of the gun includes an LED light, showing green with the gun is armed and ready to fire, and red when the gun is locked and unauthorized for use.

Naturally, this technology could help to prevent the illegal trade of stolen guns.  While the Armatix Smartgun could likely be hacked, these biometric security measures will give criminals a hard time in attempting to re-sell a stolen firearm.  Additionally, these safety measures will prevent the misuse of guns at home, where pistols and other firearms may be used by children without the approval of their parents.

The .22 caliber Armatix Smartgun will begin shipping next month for roughly $10,000.  Here’s to hoping this smart blend of technology can help save a few lives and begin to blunt the efforts of illegal gun traders.