Barnett Outdoors is recalling about 88,000 Black Widow slingshots (plus an additional 16,000 in Canada) because the wrist strap can slip off the brace during use. If the strap detaches while the pouch is pulled back, the metal body of the slingshot can snap back and strike the user. There have been two reports of this occurring, resulting in one user suffering facial fractures and another receiving bruises. These 6-inch tall slingshots were sold at Walmart, Dick's Sporting Goods, Amazon.com, and other retailers between July 2014 and May 2015.
The wrist strap can unexpectedly slide off the metal brace when the rubber bands are tensioned, causing the heavy metal frame of the slingshot to spring back into the user's face, leading to serious facial injuries including bone fractures.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled slingshots and contact Barnett to receive a free replacement wrist strap.
Barnett Outdoors Black Widow Slingshot
Recalled slingshots have no X markings on the ends of the wrist wrap.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response