True that regarding rigid handcuffs... The ones with a chain connecting the pair are susceptible to manipulation which can break one of the swivels. (SERE) On

True that regarding rigid handcuffs... The ones with a chain connecting the pair are susceptible to manipulation which can break one of the swivels. (SERE) On somewhat of a tangent, this reminds me of the German guy who 3D printed keys for some of the more high-tech handcuffs awhile back. http://www.forbes.com/sites/andygreenberg/2012/07/16/hacker-opens-high-security-handcuffs-with-3d-printed-and-laser-cut-keys/ http://www.forbes.com/sites/andygreenberg/2012/07/16/hacker-... I imagine that instead of abusing detainees the more respectable law enforcement officers will conduct more thorough searches.