Product details
Resqme GBO-RQMTWIN – fuchsia car escape tool (2-pack)
Small, bright and surprisingly handy — this 2-pack of Resqme tools is the kind of thing you hope you never need, but you’ll be glad to have if things go pear-shaped. They’re compact enough for a keyring, loud fuchsia so you can spot them in a hurry, and built on the original 2‑in‑1 design first developed for firefighters, paramedics and police.
What it does and why it helps
Worried about a jammed seatbelt after an accident, or the nightmare of being trapped in a sinking car? That’s exactly where this gadget comes in. It combines a razor-sharp, protected blade for slicing through seatbelts and a spring‑loaded steel spike to smash tempered side windows. Both actions are quick and straightforward — designed to be used under stress when every second counts.
- The blade sits recessed inside the plastic housing so it won’t nick you in a pocket, yet it cuts through webbing cleanly and without faffing about.
- The window breaker uses a spring‑loaded spike that’s released by pressing it hard into a corner of a side window — not intended for windscreens or laminated glass.
- Each unit clips to a keyring with a detachable clip; pull the tool from the clip and the blade is exposed and ready to use.
Practical points and use tips
Handy as it is, a few sensible tips will stop any panic later on. The Resqme won’t work on laminated windscreens — it’s for tempered side windows only, so if in doubt check the glass label or wind the window down and have a look from above. To remove the safety blade clip, loop a keyring or cable tie around the clip for extra grip and pull straight out — that helps avoid bending or breaking the tool. The clip can feel a bit stiff at first; that’s normal.
- Made in the USA and GS TUV certified for peace of mind.
- Materials: ABS plastic body with stainless‑steel spike and blade.
- Compact size: approx. 7.6 x 3.2 x 1.6 cm — light enough not to weigh down your keys.
- Reusable: the spring spike resets itself and the blade will perform multiple cuts; if the tool is damaged during use, replace it straight away.
Everyday scenarios where it helps
- After a collision where the seatbelt jams and needs to be cut fast.
- If a vehicle becomes submerged and exiting through a side window is the only option.
- Kept on a child’s keyring or in a partner’s bag as an easy‑to‑reach safety item.
Two tools come in the pack — pop one on each set of keys or stash a spare in the glovebox. Lanyards and premium packs are sold separately. It’s not a single‑use gadget: both spike and blade are designed for multiple uses, but check the tool after any rescue and replace it if it’s been damaged.
If you’re unsure about the glass type in your car or whether the tool will work in a particular situation, it’s sensible to practise somewhere safe and read the vehicle manual. A bit of preparation saves time when it matters — no one plans for an emergency, but having a simple, effective tool on the keyring is proper common sense.