2ndSafe is a groundbreaking accessory designed for AR-15, M4 and .308 rifles, aimed at preventing accidental or negligent discharges(AD/ND). Leveraging cutting-edge technology, this innovative solution ensures enhanced safety without compromising on firearm functionality and training.
With the increasing emphasis on firearm safety and regulations, the market for safety accessories is ripe for disruption. 2ndSafe addresses a critical need in the firearms industry, catering to responsible gun owners and law enforcement agencies alike.
2ndSafe offers a unique combination of advanced safety features and seamless integration with the AR-15, M4 and .308 rifles. Its intuitive design and reliability set it apart from traditional safety mechanisms, making it a must-have for firearm enthusiasts prioritizing safety.
Patented technology for preventing accidental discharges
Easy installation and compatibility with standard AR-15, M4 and .308 rifles
Durable construction ensuring long-term reliability
Non-intrusive design preserving firearm aesthetics
When the M16 was created in 1963 and entered into US military service deployed for jungle warfare to Vietnam in 1964, it gave deployed service members the ability to carry more rounds and obtain fire superiority over the enemy. The M16 became the primary design that led to the creation of the M16A1, M16A2, and M4 platforms, and the adopted weapon by many US Allies. It is the platform used by our military and militaries all over the world to ensure readiness and peace. Military personnel train to ensure they can operate the weapon safely by manipulating the selector lever from safe to fire.
These trainings are often conducted in a controlled environment at a range with little to no gear worn by the operator. With the introduction of Molle gear, more equipment can be carried by the operator while on the battlefield. Extra 5.56mm magazines, extra pistol magazines, a radio for communication, and medical gear can all be within an arm's reach of the operator. Whether the weapon is slung to the front or the rear, the selector lever, which has not changed since 1963, has a tendency to switch from safe to fire by rubbing onto the extra gear that the operator is carrying leading to accidental or negligent discharges. What is the solution? Remove the gear critical to the operator's survival on the battlefield or the 2ndSafe.
This weapon was then introduced to the law enforcement agencies throughout the country based on a serious incident in CA., where bank robbers deployed the tactic of fire superiority to keep patrol officers pinned down. Because SWAT personnel were the only operators introduced to the M16 platform early on, criminals had a tactical advantage over patrol officers who were often the first to respond to incidents. As more of these incidents occurred, the reality that patrol officers needed to be trained and equipped with a rifle became more evident.
As agencies invested in the rifle platforms, training became an issue for most departments on weapons manipulations and how to deploy with the rifle platforms. To date for a group of ten or more shooters, there must be at least three range officers to ensure the safety and integrity of the range. This practice should always remain. Because the human element is always present.
-There is no set answer. -There is potential criminal prosecution in certain negligent circumstances. All costs related to a criminal investigation and prosecution could be lumped into this one.
A google search shows lawsuits with settlements or judgements between tens of thousands and millions of dollars. Depends on the severity, video, public outcry, damage to person/property, the area, the victim, death, etc.
Basically, paying someone (the trainer) and the AD/ND person, but not getting their normal work product due to the need to stop and retrain. Loss of time. That loss of time could be equated to loss of money or misuse of time/money.
Another cost could be the firing/termination of an officer. The amount of money/time/training could be very expensive. Agencies/departments invest in the range of $150,000 to $200,000 into candidates/recruits/cadets just to get them through the academy. The more specialized training the more their value increases. This could be a massive “expense” if the AD/ND resulted in a termination of employment.
We strongly suggest making it part of the Agency/Department’s normal firearms inspection process. However, 2ndSafe should provide years of service with minimum maintenance needed.
No! An AR platform safety is still the weapons primary safety and should be used as such. However, 2ndSafe provides an extra level of safety in the event the primary safety selector switch is bumped off, not engaged do to combat weapons transitions or any other reason where the operator may find themselves unable to use the primary safety.
No. Anyone with general knowledge of the AR platform will be able to manipulate the 2ndSafe without any transition training. However, we at Isabella Safe always encourage training with all equipment, especially firearms to be mandatory and continuous. This will ensure that LE and Military personnel are always ready to deploy, engage and eliminate any hostile threats they may encounter. Being proficient and experienced with your equipment will instill the highest level of confidence in the operator.
This means that it does not require a conscientious effort to engage and disengage. This passive “grip” safety is similar in nature to the grip safety on the 1911 pistol design. Also, other examples would be the H&K P7, Springfield XD, early models of the Luger pistols etc. These examples of passive safeties are time proven and reliable. The colt 1911, for example, has been around for over 100 years. Colt’s passive grip safety has been proven over and over as well as preventing many hundreds if not thousands of ND’s. At Isabella Safe we are confident that our product can provide the same results.
Some quality examples would be:
During detaining you may need to quickly transition from your rifle to handcuffs or hand restraints.
Transitioning from rifle to pistol during stress shooting situations or when moving from open area to cleaning tight quarters.
Transitioning from lethal to less lethal weapons.
Quickly transitioning from rifle to other munitions. I.E. flashbangs or hand grenades during active shooting/combat type situations.
The primary safety becomes inadvertently disengaged by the operator.
There are 100’s of other scenarios where the Isabella Safe would come into play.
These are just a few examples where Isabella Safe would act as a secondary safe and would help prevent accidental discharges from accruing.
No! User error, neglect etc. can still cause AD’s/ND’s to occur. However, we do believe the amount of both will be significantly reduced with our product.
While it may be impossible for us to predict every condition or test 2ndSafe in every condition. We have conducted extensive testing and are confident that 2ndSafe should perform in any conditions that the weapon itself will perform under.
Yes, as long as you can establish a positive command grip. The only issues that Isabella Safe could see as a potential issue would be the absences of the middle finger. This is the finger that disengages the 2ndSafe. While this would be a very unlikely event, we want to be transparent with any questions regarding situations where we could see a potential for the product not to work as designed.
These questions are difficult to provide a 100 percent answer to. All equipment has the potential to become damaged. You would treat this as any other failed equipment on the firearm. You would adapt 2ndSafe and overcome to stay in the fight. We can all “what if'' every item of gear we carry. There is no 100 percent in combat.
YES.
Yes! This product is field ready.
The AR Platform is a time proven platform that has distinguished itself in military combat as well as tens of thousands of law enforcement agencies around the world. The AR platform is more accurate in the hands of all users from the novice to the advanced user. Handguns are only carried due to their portability and the ability to have them on us all the time. The public accepts officers carrying pistols during non-violent times. However violent times demand people with rifles. Bad guys with rifles require good guys with rifles. Force met with force is always the better option. Rifles high velocity rounds provide incapacitation/neutralization of threats over handguns rounds. AR platform rifles also increase the distance and time to the threat. This increases safety for the officers responding, their ability to engage the threat more quickly and from a further distance, and gives a large potential for few rounds to be fired when engaging and neutralizing the threat/s. The AR platform increases the ability of the ammo of ammo that can be carried into a firefight. The rounds increase from most combat/duty carry pistols of 17 to 30. The rifle itself is a show of force. This in a lot of instances causes the bad guy/threat to surrender. This psychological advantage in and of itself saves lives and encourages compliance. Again, the ability to meet force with force instills confidence in the officers/soldier’s ability to engage the threat and increase the potential to save lives. 2ndSafe is safety driven to ensure a reliable product that is both effective and safe for our Military/L.E. brothers and sisters. We are dedicated to ensuring that we do everything we can to ensure that all of you go home to your families and loved ones every day. We all know that in our line of work there are several factors that may prevent us from making it home. Let’s not let an accidental or negligent discharge be that reason.
Yes, ISO 9001
Materials Specs (ISO 9001) applies on all manufactured components
Lower Pad: 30% Glass Fiber/Nylon Polymer
Lower Pad Pin: Alloy 416 (UNS S41600)
Lower Pad Spring: 0.23 DBL Torsion ASTM A-228 Steel
Screws: High Alloy,ASME B18.3 Course Thread
Upper Carrier: 4140 Hardened & Tempered Steel- Black Oxide Coated
Upper Carrier machined pin: High-Carbon Steel/Nitride Coated
Yes, if not properly maintained
Is it available for online purchases?
Our ecommerce store is currently being updated.
Direct Sales are taking place through our Executive Team
Resellers
Global Operations - Israel
AIPOL - Baja California
The National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) Member Tested and Recommended Program has tested more than 3,000 products in real-world situations since 2003 and is regarded by many law enforcement agencies as paramount to their product purchasing decisions.
Art Olivas and Mark Torres are certified to install the product.
The Product will be free from material defects at the time of delivery and manufacturing defects for the life of the product (this does include wear from aggressive use or handling).
The product is current being used by the following field operators:
Tohono O’odham Nation Police Department (Arizona, USA)
Santa Cruz County Sheriff Police Department (Arizona, USA)
Pinal County Sheriff Police Department (Arizona, USA)
State Attorney General's Police Department (Mexico)
Municipal Police Department (Mexico)
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY & LIABILITY DISCLOSURE
Isabella Safe, LLC (the “Company”) warrants to the original consumer (the “Purchaser”) of any Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product to be free from manufacturing defects in workmanship and materials for the life of the product and the limited-lifetime warranty is not assignable or transferable to any other person.
Any amount of damage to the Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product or to components of Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product as a result of abuse, mishandling, neglect, tampering, misuse, improper installation, accidental, modification, destruction, unauthorized service, the alteration of the serial number, or misuse or violation of the instructions provided by Isabella Safe (the “Company”) will void this warranty. This also applies for returns within (30) days of the original purchase.
Isabella Safe, LLC (the “Company”) is not liable for any consequential or incidental damage to the product or the products host caused by misuse or violation of the instructions provided by Isabella Safe (the “Company”). Isabella Safe is not liable for any consequential or incidental damage due to a manufacturers defect or caused by natural wear and tear of the product. Wear and Tear is classified as damage that naturally and inevitably occurs as a result of normal use or aging. Isabella Safe (the “Company”) is not subject to a replacement or refund of Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product to the original consumer (the “Purchaser”) as a result of normal wear and tear. Isabella Safe (the “Company”) here by warrants a replacement or refund to the original consumer (the “Purchaser”) as a result of a manufacturers defect. Replacement or refund will be subject to verification by Isabella Safe (the “Company”) and its (Sole Discretion) of said product damaged by manufacturers defect.
The original consumer (the “Purchaser”) is responsible for maintenance of the Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product in accordance with Isabella Safe (the “Company”) guidelines for maintenance as provided below:
The life of Isabella Safe (Second Safe) Product is equal to (1) year or (1,000) trigger pulls (whichever comes first) and thereafter requires replacement purchase to ensure proper function of Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product. The life of the springs within the Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product are equal to (1) year or (1,000) trigger pulls (whichever comes first) and thereafter requires replacement purchase of Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product to ensure proper function.
Contact the company directly to obtain service under this warranty. A return authorization number must first be obtained from the company. Products shipped without a prior Return Authorization and Return Authorization Number may not be accepted, and the Company will not be responsible for the cost associated of return to the owner. In order to obtain service under this warranty, the purchaser must provided the Company with: (1) Proof of Purchase and (2) Original Invoice.
The company shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damage, losses or expense arising from the use or misuse of Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product. The user(s) assume all risk when using and installing this product onto the firearm. At NO time should the user(s) or potential user(s) of the firearm be under the influence of any altering substances. This includes but is not limited to: Alcohol, Legal or Illegal Prescription Drugs, Drowsiness, Exhaustion or Sleep Deprivation.
The purchaser has up to (30) days from the date of purchase to return the item (free from damage and subject to verification by Isabella Safe) for a full refund. The Company is not liable for shipping costs associated with a return item. The purchaser must contact the Company prior to the return to collect a Return Authorization Number. The purchaser must provide: Proof of Purchase and Original Invoice to process the return within (30) days of original purchase.
The Company will not assume any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred while shipping.
The Company will ship purchase(s) within (5) business days from original date of purchase.
Isabella Safe (the “Company”) does not guarantee to completely eliminate the probability of an accidental or negligent discharge of a firearm. Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product is not intended to replace the primary safety on the firearm, if applicable. The purpose of Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product is to REDUCE the probability of an accidental or negligent discharge and the user(s) of the Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product assumes all risk and here by excludes liability from Isabella Safe (the “Company”) in the event of an accidental or negligent discharge of a firearm resulting in damage, injury or death.
By using Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product, the original consumer (the “purchaser”) and any other user of the Isabella Safe (Second Safe) product agrees to the terms and conditions provided above.