Hammer to break windows in emergencies

[cbsteh]

Has anyone here bought those hammers for breaking glass in times of emergencies? These hammers come in many shapes and sizes: some look like a regular hammer but with pointed metal tip and others look like a pocket knife (where you push a button and one sharp object pushes out).

These hammers/tools also have blades to cut seat belt in case we are stuck and need to get out.

But my burning question is: can this hammer be used on windows with security tint? I emailed one popular company that sells this hammer once but I never got a reply. Can someone confirm? It is not like we can buy the hammer and test...

P.S. Even Daiso is selling these hammers for only RM5.

 

[vr2turbo]

If with sharp point should be able to break the windscreen with security tint....

 

[arturo]

it will shatter the glass but u still need to tear thru the security tint. i've heard of ppl saying that u need to drag the sharp point across the tint so it tears a little b4 knocking the glass to break it. easier to tear the tint to completely break thru the glass...

if from outside...then u need to keep whacking till the safety tint gives way...

 

[bera]

hammers are too troublesome for me...if you want a tool for doing things you mention...i would recommend this...i got one one standby stored in my glove box...already "save" me on couple of occasion...

http://www.victorinox.com/ch/produc...nerlock-111-mm/RescueTool-One-Hand/0.8623.MWN

search for it on youtube...you be amazed what it can do...can cut seat belts and windscreen like butter...but dont expect rm 5 price tag...huhuhuhu

 

[ronaldindin]

hammer selling at RM5 only? It is that effective?

 

[Waiora_ProTuner]

Be it RM5 or RM500 the principle is the same. Using heavy pointy tips to break glass. Yes, it should be heavy.
From inside it can break the glass, then force your way through the security tint.
From outside, need to tear/scratch the tint a bit before break glass and force way in.

Essential item. But check the weight first.

 

[arturo]

car snatch thieves use those long wood nails and wrap the ends in cloth so it forms a ball...then they hold the ball in the cusp of their palm so the nail protudes from the fingers outwards. they will then punch the window...

 

[DanzEterna]

just tie the spark plug tip to a wood or something in a hammer form that u can grip & can break windows edi.

 

[Supra_Fanatics]

Just recommend which tool to use but not how to use it in public forum guys. Kinda dangerous to know who are reading.
Then all our security measures are just a waste.

 

[NoDirecTIoN]

I don't have the knowledge how to break security window tint. But I do have a steering wheel lock, for extra safety and personal protection weapon to ward off unwanted disturbance and kept a Multi-purpose knife in my car glove box for useful and emergency situation (just for sake of ......)

 

[cbsteh]

The ResQMe tool is probably the best. It is small and can be attached to your keys. In emergencies, like when your car is crushed like a pancake or when you are upside down, you would be disoriented and you don't want to start digging the glove box or some compartments for your hammer or tool. The glove box might be jammed shut or the tool might have fallen out to dunno where inside the car.

Your car keys are most probably the most accessible to you. Just yank out the ResQMe tool from the keys. Moreover, you want a simple tool that can cut seatbelt and break window very fast and easy to use. I also want a tool that my wife can use easily and does not require "training" just to use it.

But for some reasons, all the videos out there and reviews don't mention anything about breaking security window film. And if I am not mistaken, these tools mentioned they can only be used on side windows not front windshield? Is this something to do with tempered vs. laminated glass?

 

[twistedichc]

Just recommend which tool to use but not how to use it in public forum guys. Kinda dangerous to know who are reading.
Then all our security measures are just a waste.

as for my opinion & experience, most safety measures r not that 100% safe, most of it is more to delay the time used by them, if they have better equipment, most probably it's a successful mission, if time is not on their side, damage is still there.

 

[vr2turbo]

But for some reasons, all the videos out there and reviews don't mention anything about breaking security window film. And if I am not mistaken, these tools mentioned they can only be used on side windows not front windshield? Is this something to do with tempered vs. laminated glass?

Laminated glass does not shatter but crack only...

 

[cbsteh]

Just in case anyone is interested to buy ResQMe. It can be difficult to get one nowadays. I think stock is short in supply. But you can still get one at Ace Hardware at IPC mall.

Be careful about so-called ResQMe currently being sold at those deals websites. They are imitation but being sold as if they are original.

 

[klaatu]

U can get the original ResQMe tool from Perfect Protection S/B, they are the local dealer for ResQMe tool. Contact 016-2737878.

Bear in mind that the following statement is stated on ResQMe flyer:

" This tool will not break windshields or laminated glass. "

 

[cbsteh]

It is actually quite rare to have our seatbelts jammed and would require cutting. In bad accidents, our windows would often break anyway. In most accidents, one or more of our car doors can still be opened unless the accident is really bad. Even a car that has turned turtle would have the windows break/crack and the doors can still be opened, albeit we would be doing it upside down which can be disorientating.

Nonetheless, having a simple rescue tool to cut seatbelt and break windows is still recommended. It doesn't cost much and does not clutter our car interior.

 

[cbsteh]

I attended a Women Safety Campaign at Great Eastern Mall today, and I asked En Salim, an officer of the MVFRA (MSIAN Volunteer Fire and Rescue Assoc), my burning question that no one can give me a straight answer until today: "Can ResQMe break through security tint?". He said yes, but may take several attempts depending on thickness of tint.

I also noticed during the ResQMe demo that women had some difficulty using the device. The women can't seem to hold the device properly while pushing the device against the glass. I think this is because the device is small but requires a firm grip while pushing the device against the glass. The women are a little surprised by the strength needed to push the ResQMe. But after getting used to the pressure needed, most women seem to get it right.

So, if you have a ResQMe, let your lady partner have some practice on some glass (but wear gloves and safety glasses just in case).

 

[FVel]

I attended a Women Safety Campaign at Great Eastern Mall today, and I asked En Salim, an officer of the MVFRA (MSIAN Volunteer Fire and Rescue Assoc), my burning question that no one can give me a straight answer until today: "Can ResQMe break through security tint?". He said yes, but may take several attempts depending on thickness of tint.

I also noticed during the ResQMe demo that women had some difficulty using the device. The women can't seem to hold the device properly while pushing the device against the glass. I think this is because the device is small but requires a firm grip while pushing the device against the glass. The women are a little surprised by the strength needed to push the ResQMe. But after getting used to the pressure needed, most women seem to get it right.

So, if you have a ResQMe, let your lady partner have some practice on some glass (but wear gloves and safety glasses just in case).

You need to see this :-

Laminated Windows Being Installed in Vehicles Prevent Escape in Emergencies | NBC 6 South Florida

Type of Glass in Your Car's Windows Could Change Escape Plan | NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

 

[cbsteh]

You need to see this :-

Laminated Windows Being Installed in Vehicles Prevent Escape in Emergencies | NBC 6 South Florida

It is well documented that glass breaking devices such as ResqMe are to be used only on tempered (like side windows) not laminated glass (like front windshield).

 

[FVel]

Unless you are pretty sure it can punch through the specific security tint you use, don't bet your life on someone's general statements that it 'may' break through security tint.

 

[cbsteh]

Unless you are pretty sure it can punch through the specific security tint you use, don't bet your life on someone's general statements that it 'may' break through security tint.

No thanks to your unhelpful reply. It is replies like yours that drove me to ask this question in the first place.

 

[ixeo]

It is actually quite rare to have our seatbelts jammed and would require cutting. In bad accidents, our windows would often break anyway. In most accidents, one or more of our car doors can still be opened unless the accident is really bad. Even a car that has turned turtle would have the windows break/crack and the doors can still be opened, albeit we would be doing it upside down which can be disorientating.

Nonetheless, having a simple rescue tool to cut seatbelt and break windows is still recommended. It doesn't cost much and does not clutter our car interior.

I would assume if the accident is that severe till the point of rendering the doors inoperable, and the seat belt buckle which is on the inside of the passenger jammed. The passengers in the car would be in no position to use such a tool, lest severing his own fingers while trying to cut the seatbelt, or punching another passenger in the car while trying to break the window.

 

[Supra_Fanatics]

I got this 2 for free after major service on my car.

I think is good. As it is 5 in 1 tool. Most useful is the hammer sharp point tip and the cutter for our safety belt.

I think it cost less than RM100. Worth having in the car.

1 guy at lowyat selling RM50 only.

 

[vr2turbo]

hu! hu! with tyre pressure gauge.....

 

[Supra_Fanatics]

hu! hu! with tyre pressure gauge.....

Yup, Safety Belt Cutter, Hammer, Torchlight, Tyre Pressure Gauge (Digital), Thread depth gauge

Very handy indeed.