In many states in the US, there are no restrictions to buying, owning, and conceal carrying a Taser (the one that shoots barbs). Even felons can own them in most states. Compare that to a pistol that has all kinds of restrictions on ownership and possession. In cities where Taser or stun gun use by criminals is high, cops and regular people may be interested in wearing this kind of stuff. I don't really know if that is a real issue though, you rarely ever hear of someone using a Taser or stungun in a crime.

Well, right now, it's being advertised to a large number of computer programmers with disposable income, on HN.

Seems odd that their advertising is “with the rise of consumer tasers used for home defense...” who exactly are their intended customers? Home invaders?

Also is it really smart to take away the police’s nonlethal tools in a premeditated fashion? Do you think it’s going to help your family’s wrongful death suit when your body is wrapped up in anti-taser gear?