Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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UFC fighter Cory Sandhagen steps in for a firsthand test of the Byrna SD to truly understand the impact of non-lethal force. Rather than relying on demonstrations alone, the goal is to experience the deterrent effect exactly as an aggressor would. Byrna's Director of Law Enforcement, Josh Schirard, gets the rare opportunity to take a free body shot on a MMA fighter with a Pro Training round.
The takeaway is clear. One shot is enough to cause immediate disengagement, with both physical pain and psychological pressure playing a role. The test reinforces the importance of responsibility, awareness, and understanding when it comes to self-defense.
byrna.com
UFC fighter Cory Sandhagen steps in for a firsthand test of the Byrna SD to truly understand the impact of non-lethal force. Rather than relying on demonstrations alone, the goal is to experience the deterrent effect exactly as an aggressor would. Byrna's Director of Law Enforcement, Josh Schirard, gets the rare opportunity to take a free body shot on a MMA fighter with a Pro Training round.
The takeaway is clear. One shot is enough to cause immediate disengagement, with both physical pain and psychological pressure playing a role. The test reinforces the importance of responsibility, awareness, and understanding when it comes to self-defense.
