Talk:Handcuffs

message: The following sections seems dubious:
On January 8th, 2005, at the Arndale Centre Manchester UK,  David Straitjacket escaped from a pair of 'Hiatts Speedcuffs' rigid handcuffs, which were provided by the Greater Manchester police.  His time of 7.25 seconds was a new world record, beating the existing record (set by Stuart Burrell) of 10 seconds. 
*Straitjacketcircus.co.uk, The official website of this world record breaking sword swallower and escape artist.
Is it the world records for those types of cuffs? ed g2s • talk 00:08, 5 April 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: World Records

message: The first paragraph seems to be written in a substandard fashion. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 70.137.143.162 (talk) 20:59, 5 October 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: Escaping

message: needs more references.--SGGH 16:35, 1 November 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: assessment

message: I just found out about "Mckenzie Mitts" which were invented by Jacob Mckenzie; that is all I've found out about thus far. Since I can not seem to find a wiki page of them this seemed to be the best place to ask if anyone knows more information on them. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 68.104.205.160 (talk) 07:53, 11 March 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Other cuffs? 

message: "In Japan, if someone is photographed or filmed while handcuffed, their hands have to be pixelated if it is used on TV or in the newspapers. This is because someone who had been arrested brought a successful case to court arguing that being pictured in handcuffs implied guilt, and had prejudiced the trial."
Can someone find a source for this? I haven't found anything from Google. 71.248.0.86 01:09, 9 May 2007 (UTC)
thread_title: Handcuffs imply guilt

message: Do we really need all those links to handcuff manufacturers?  They do not add any information to the page.  WLU 10:42, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Manufacturers 

message: It seems to me that while the article does a good job of covering the law enforcement angle of handcuffs there is an entirely other culture surrounding them in the form of bondage, or even the fuzzy cuffs. The novelty cuffs shouldn't be left out of this article.--Crossmr 04:39, 28 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Sexual Use 

message: I think there should be some statistics added about the yearly sales of handcuffs for "bedroom play" vs. "real police use". Who knows, maybe it is 90%/10%! Jidanni (talk) 11:31, 14 July 2012 (UTC)
thread_title:  Sales 

message: yeah, some hoebag done vandalized this page, yo. I lol'd. I'd revert it but I'm not really a wikipedian dude. but I'm hoping someone who knows how is watching this space. good luck and high five.  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 64.180.220.219 (talk) 04:37, 18 December 2008 (UTC)
thread_title:  lol, vandalism 

message: Perhaps the paragraph on Japan and Hong Kong can be put under a "Societal Implications" heading and the bondage and BSDM paragraph can be put under "Use" or "Other Uses"? alagahd (talk) 12:24, 18 December 2008 (UTC)
thread_title:  how to break up Miscellaneous? 

message: Perhaps alternatives as rope or chain+lock? can be mentioned
maybe it can be explained what the best technique + binding knots are for these (as handcuffs are strictly issued to police) Perhaps a comparisation with "Love cuffs" (which are freely obtainable) can be made  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 81.245.81.187 (talk) 18:09, 13 July 2009 (UTC)
thread_title: Alternatives

message: It became a movie cliche to show somebody carrying a brief case with important documents or money having a brief case handcuffed to one's wrist. Supposedly that is used for security reasons. Any information on this use of handcuffs in real life? I think it should be somehow mentioned in the article. Thanks.  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 95.58.151.86 (talk) 15:50, 16 February 2010 (UTC)
thread_title:  Handcuffed to a brief case? 

message: One of the first working sets of handcuffs was devised by Jacob(Jake)Oliver McKenzie, the well-known McKenzie mitts:
http://articledirectory.com/Art/342818/178/Handcuffs-and-its-history.html
He took out a patent on them in 1925.  There's a picture here:
http://www.vincula.de/6263.html
The picture has been circulated in my family for a couple of decades, it is copyright free.
If no one objects, I'll try and add a history of the handcuff section, starting (at least) with the first patented version.  McKenzie was a Kansas lawman whose invention proved too successful. He invented the mitts after being shot by a prisoner while transporting the man.  The cuffs were manufactured for a few years but proved unsuccessful because prisoners could not use their hands to satisfy basic hygienic needs...
(see also Dick Norman's book on handcuffs). — Preceding unsigned comment added by Levalley (talk • contribs) 05:02, 3 July 2010 (UTC)
thread_title:  History of the Handcuff 

message: In France, policemen are allowed to handcuff a people only if he constitues a threat for himself or for others, or if there is any risk of escaping. (http://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/affichCode.do;jsessionid=5EE039640279733191686512D4ABB054.tpdjo16v_1?idSectionTA=LEGISCTA000006151952&cidTexte=LEGITEXT000006071154&dateTexte=20100420 art 803)
I think it would be interesting to compare the policemen's use of handcuffs all over the world.
89.88.54.84 (talk) 21:47, 8 August 2010 (UTC)
thread_title:  Use of handcuffs 

message: A section should be added to highlight the dangers of handcuff misuse, use as devices of torture and link to the article on Cheiralgia paresthetica http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Handcuff_Neuropathy
Koto Elessar (talk) 00:46, 28 April 2011 (UTC)
thread_title:  Handcuff Neuropathy 

message: used in kinky sex. the end. (;
Rainbowskittles722 (talk) 22:37, 8 July 2011 (UTC)
replies: text: Not done: please be more specific about what needs to be changed.. Feezo (send a signal | watch the sky) 23:28, 8 July 2011 (UTC)
thread_title:  Edit request from Rainbowskittles722, 8 July 2011 

message: In the "Metaphorical uses" section, the comma should be contained within the quotiation marks, not after them: fantasy football, one strategy is to have both a star player and his backup, or "handcuff",  — Preceding unsigned comment added by 75.119.245.192 (talk) 14:57, 5 November 2011 (UTC)
thread_title:  edits needed 

message: is the "Once by Jose Mourinho at a football match at F.C. Internazionale Milano, and it caused trouble." really worthy of inclusion. not referenced, not even a sentence. ythere must be another 100 famous people who have made a gesutre like this75.119.245.192 (talk) 15:00, 5 November 2011 (UTC)
replies: text: Cuffs. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQTXawaAKNA  — Preceding unsigned comment added by 128.119.155.253 (talk) 19:20, 7 November 2011 (UTC)

text: I've removed the entire section. ArdClose (talk) 12:49, 6 November 2012 (UTC)
thread_title:  Jose Mourinho story unfer "handcuffs gestures" 

message: This sentence should be taken out back and shot: "and keeps one out of trouble if one loses one's keys.". 
That should be redacted as "It also eliminates the issue of lost keys, and the hassle of keeping individual devices and its keys paired." — Preceding unsigned comment added by 186.12.181.172 (talk) 17:28, 19 February 2012 (UTC)
thread_title:  Bad Grammar  

message: I would love to see a "history" section of this article, with information on the first known uses of handcuffs, etc.  I was researching a book and looking for the first time law enforcement began carrying handcuffs for general use, and it seemed like the kind of thing that would benefit this article.  I haven't found the answer yet, or I'd write it myself, but if anyone has any information, I think it could go well. 76.168.175.233 (talk) 07:16, 14 August 2012 (UTC)
thread_title:  Request "History" section 

message: Dear Wikipedia,
I would like to resubmit my Robo Restraint article for inclusion in the Handcuffs page.
It was removed because the remover said it was a failed technology. I don't think that was a fair appraisal for removal, in that many items discussed in Wikipedia are not in use at the present time. The USPTO has issued a patent on this device and it has been demonstrated successfully at several law enforcement trade shows.
Addtionally, I don't think that the article is written as an advertisement and would ask that any lines that sound like an advertisement be pointed out to me specifically. I also would like to upload a picture of the device for the article. 
Thank you all for your time and consideration.
Article as follows:
A recent development in restraint technology is robotic handcuffs. According to Officer.com magazine, the device is mounted to the inside rear window sill of a police vehicle. The automated restraint system is operated by the officer activating a belt worn remote control. The system allows the officer to maintain a safe distance, while commanding the suspect to place his hands in the extended Kevlar loops. He then closes the loops, using the remote control. http://www.officer.com/product/10053683/advanced-weapons-technology-robo-restraint The loops automatically tighten, until they contact the wrists, and then the bands are loosened slightly to achieve the correct fit. This takes place in about 1/2 second. The officer can then proceed with his investigation, or turn his/her attention to a second suspect. The officer can subsequently, apply standard handcuffs to the suspect and then releases him/her from the robo restraint for transport. Robo Restraint can be used in conjunction with a law enforcement or military robot to restraint an individual without officer intervention. http://www.google.com/patents/US8578742
Bshul (talk) 22:07, 28 February 2014 (UTC)
thread_title:  Include Robotic Handcuff Article 

message: There is no such thing as the "Jacksonville, Florida, Police Department."  There is a JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF'S OFFICE which has police in their employ—police who are referred to as "Sheriff's Police Officer John Smith" and such.  — Preceding unsigned comment added by 50.128.184.140 (talk) 11:13, 13 May 2014 (UTC)
thread_title: FRANK MISINFORMATION

message: The article reads, “Plastic restraints, known as <snip> disposable plastic strips resembling electrical cable ties… carried in large quantities… for situations… such as during large-scale protests and riots…” blah blah blah. There is a tag on it pointing out that it doesn’t cite sources; Overall it’s not that badly written, and there are precious few sources for handcuffs in general, the section passes basic muster for accuracy (not that great a test), and I recommend removal of the tag. My only beef with the passage is that “disposable plastic strips resembling electrical cable ties.” should read “disposable plastic strips resembling OVERSIZED electrical cable ties.”Trying To Make Wikipedia At Least Better Than The Weekly World News. (talk) 19:59, 30 May 2014 (UTC)
thread_title: Plastic Cuffs

message: Under subheading "Keys" The Patent number is D607,305, invented by Michael Anthony Stahl. It is known as the "New York Tuning Fork" due to its shape and that it was designed to mate with the unique style of badges worn by New York and New Jersey officers.
172.164.22.101 (talk) 04:14, 10 November 2016 (UTC)
replies: text: Not done: as you have not requested a specific change.If you want to suggest a change, please request this in the form "Please replace XXX with YYY" or "Please add ZZZ between PPP and QQQ".You must also cite reliable sources to back up your request, without which no information should be added to, or changed in, any article. - Arjayay (talk) 08:50, 10 November 2016 (UTC)
thread_title:  Semi-protected edit request on 10 November 2016 

message: Under BDSM, include use of handcuffs in sexually driven hazing incidents of colleges. Echosmithsummer (talk) 15:43, 28 July 2018 (UTC)
replies: text: Not done: please provide reliable sources that support the change you want to be made. LittlePuppers (talk) 02:19, 29 July 2018 (UTC)

text: Are they commonly used in "sexually driven hazing incidents"? (WP:NOTBLUE) And is it relevant to mention this specific usage? – Þjarkur (talk) 23:37, 7 May 2019 (UTC)
thread_title:  Semi-protected edit request on 28 July 2018 

message: It isn't Possible for John Wilkes Booth to have been handcuffed... In the article, it shows some 19th century handcuffs with the note of "Handcuffs which were worn by John Wilkes Booth while he was tried for assassinating President Lincoln"; which would have been impossible, as Booth himself was shot and killed before being able to be arrested, nonetheless tried for the Assassination of Lincoln.
This should be removed for historical accuracy.
Johnson, Byron B. (1914). John Wilkes Booth and Jefferson Davis – a true story of their capture. Boston: The Lincoln & Smith Press. pp. 35–36.
Johnabcs1 (talk) 18:57, 25 August 2019 (UTC)
thread_title:  Semi-protected edit request on 25th August 2019

message: For clarification and to correct error in patent number for reference under "keys",  Please change "including a key molded to fit behind an officer's badge(colloquially known as "The New York Tuning Fork" -U.S. Patent 607,305." to:
"including a key molded to fit behind a New York or New Jersey officer's badge. -U.S. Patent D607,305 invented by Michael Anthony Stahl in 2010. It is known colloquially as "The New York Tuning Fork" due to the design shape and size." 129.135.1.212 (talk) 11:05, 12 December 2020 (UTC)
replies: text: I've removed the entire line. The patent does exist (), but I could not find that the design was being used anywhere. All mentions of "New York Tuning Fork" are copied from this article. If an reliable source shows that this design is actually being used, I'd be happy to add it back. ◢  Ganbaruby!  (Say hi!) 13:50, 12 December 2020 (UTC)
thread_title:  Semi-protected edit request on 12 December 2020 

message: Manacles redirect here. That word shouldn't be, because word "manacle" used as a noun, manacle is a synonym for shackle, meaning "a metal chain or band, used to fasten someone's hands or ankles together (Myriam_Webster)
Originally, manacles were meant two metal rings joined by a chain, used to prevent a prisoner from escaping by fastening the legs or arms (Cambridge)
Drawing equivalence between handcuffs and manacles is mainly American English feature (Cambridge).  — Preceding unsigned comment added by 81.195.17.75 (talk) 08:58, 10 August 2022 (UTC)
thread_title: incorrect redirection