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Message no. 1
From: dhinkley@***.org
Subject: Criminal equipment--Part 1
Date: Sun, 7 Jul 1996 03:49:55 -0700 (PDT)
Gentlemen
Better late then never, Here is the second to last of the promised NERPS=

submissions. I am looking forward to you recomendations and comments.

David Hinkley
dhinkley@***.org

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Copyright (C) 1=
996
All rights rese=
rved
David G. Hinkle=
y

Criminal Gear and Equipment

Acoustic Amplifier Unit: This unit amplifies the noises made by a combina=
tion
lock when it is being manipulated.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .25 kg 8/48 hrs 500

Note: Using the unit to assist in the manipulation of a mechanical combin=
ation
lock, gives the user an additional die. This device can not be used with=
a
Precision Acoustic Imaging Unit. This item in the hands of anyone but a l=
icensed
locksmith is considered a burglary tool and as such illegal to possess. S=
ale or
possession is a felony punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in prison =
and a
100,000 fine. Additionally possession while committing trespass is con=
sidered
by the courts as evidence of intent to commit burglary. This item can be =
made by
a properly skilled PC. Principle Skill: Electronics B/R, Construction Ti=
me: 6
hrs, Parts Cost: 150, TN# 4

Bolt Cutters: This tool can cut metal rods and bolts up to 15 millimeters=
in
diameter.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 6 kg 6/48 hrs 200

Note: This tool can cut casehardened padlock hasps, however this action r=
esults
damage to the cutter. After cutting about 10 hardened items the jaw will =
be
damaged beyond use. This item is available through over the counter reta=
il sale
at specialty tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement center=
s. This
item is also available for rent from tool rental centers.

Chainsaw, Gas powered: Powered by a 2-cycle gas engine equipped with a al=
l
position carburetor which allows the saw to function in all positions, th=
is
chainsaw can cut wood up to 50 cm thick.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 10 kg 6/48 hrs 545

Note: The saw will operate for 1 hour on common gasoline with oil added (=
15 a
liter). In addition to wood this saw can cut through dry wall, plastic, a=
nd
light metal (i.e. tin or aluminum siding). Cutting large quantities of pl=
astic
or light metal will dull and damage the saw without regular maintenance. =
This
item is available through over the counter retail sale at specialty tool
suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item is al=
so
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Chainsaw, Electric: Equipped with a quiet, instant starting electric moto=
r this
light weight unit can cut wood up to 50 cm thick.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 6.5 kg 6/48 hrs 445

Note: This item requires connection to common household electric power (1=
10 volt
AC power source) to operate. In addition to wood this saw can cut through=
dry
wall, plastic, and light metal (i.e. tin or aluminum siding). Cutting lar=
ge
quantities of plastic or light metal will dull and damage the saw without=

regular maintenance. This item is available through over the counter reta=
il sale
at specialty tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement center=
s. This
item is also available for rent from tool rental centers.


Crowbar: Suitable for a wide variety of prying tasks this 1 meter long ba=
r has a
clawed hook for pulling nails. A smaller 1/2 meter long version is also
available.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
Large n/a 2.5 kg 6/48 hrs 100
Small 2 1 kg 6/48 hrs 75

Note: Depending on circumstances the police may consider this item to be =
a
burglary tool, possession of which proves intent to commit. This item is
available through over the counter retail sale at specialty tool supplier=
s,
hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item is also available=
for
rent from tool rental centers.


Doc Wagon spoofing transmitter: When activated this transmitter broadcast=
s the
same coded signal that a "Doc wagon" or "Crashcart" wrist unit does.
Whe=
n
programmed properly it can spoof any level of account.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
4 .2 kg 14/1 month 4500

Notes: As both Doc Wagon and Crashcart frequently change their signal cod=
es, the
effectiveness of this device quickly declines with age. This is a Categor=
y E3
Class C item possession is a felony punishable by up to 6 months in jail =
and a
6000 fine. Use is a violation of FCC regulations and is punishable by=
up to 2
years in prison and a 10,000 fine.

Drill Motor, 3/8 inch: This high torque 3/8 inch capacity reversible vari=
able
speed drill is capable of drilling wholes in a wide variety of materials.=

Adjustable torque clutch permits the driving of screws and bolts without =
over
tighting.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 6.5 kg 6/48 hrs 445

Note: This item requires connection to common household electric power (1=
10 volt
AC power source) to operate. A set of drill bits is necessary to drill ho=
les.
This item is available through over the counter retail sale at specialty =
tool
suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item is al=
so
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Drill Motor, 3/8 inch, battery powered: This high torque 3/8 inch capacit=
y
reversible variable speed drill is powered by a removable 12 volt battery=
pack..
Adjustable torque clutch permits the driving of screws and bolts without =
over
tighting. Drill comes with 2 battery packs, a recharger unit packed in a =
plastic
carrying case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 7 kg 6/48 hrs 545

Note: A set of drill bits is necessary to drill holes. A battery will pr=
ovide
about 30 minutes of continuous operation. The recharger can recharge a ba=
ttery
in 1 hour. This item is available through over the counter retail sale at=

specialty tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. =
This
item is also available for rent from tool rental centers.

Drill Motor, 3/4 inch, Heavy Duty: This high torque 3/4 inch capacity rev=
ersible
variable speed drill is capable of drilling large holes in concrete, maso=
nry and
metal.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 10 kg 6/48 hrs 545

Note: A set of drill bits is necessary to drill holes. This item require=
s
connection to common household electric power (110 volt AC power source) =
to
operate. This item is available through over the counter retail sale at
specialty tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. =
This
item is also available for rent from tool rental centers.

Drill, 3/4 inch, Heavy duty, battery powered: This high torque 3/4 inch c=
apacity
reversible variable speed drill is powered by a removable 12 volt battery=
pack..
This drill is capable of drilling large holes in concrete, masonry and me=
tal.
Drill comes with 2 battery packs, a recharger unit packed in a plastic ca=
rrying
case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 12 kg 6/48 hrs 545

Note: A set of drill bits is necessary to drill holes. A battery will pr=
ovide
about 30 minutes of continuous operation. The recharger can recharge a ba=
ttery
in 1 hour. This item is available through over the counter retail sale at=

specialty tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. =
This
item is also available for rent from tool rental centers.

Drill Bit Set 3/8 inch: Set of 15 general purpose drills in common diamet=
ers up
to 3/8 of an inch. Drill bits are suitable for drilling in wood, plastic,=
and
metal. Set comes in a metal case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
5 .1 kg 6/48 hrs 100

Note: This item is available through over the counter retail sale at spec=
ialty
tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item =
is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Drill Bit Set 3/4 inch: Set of 15 general purpose drills in common diamet=
ers
from 3/8 to 3/4 of an inch. Drill bits are suitable for drilling in wood,=

plastic, and metal. Set comes in a metal case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
5 .3 kg 6/48 hrs 150

Note: This item is available through over the counter retail sale at spec=
ialty
tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item =
is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Drill Bit Set, Masonry: Set of 20 general drills in common diameters from=
1/4 to
1 1/2 of an inch. Drill bits are suitable for drilling in concrete, stone=
and
masonry. Set comes in a plastic carrying case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
5 .1 kg 6/48 hrs 200

Note: This item is available through over the counter retail sale at spec=
ialty
tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item =
is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Drill Bit Set, Metal: Set of 20 drills in common diameters from 1/4 to 1 =
inch.
Drill bits are designed for drilling hard steel. Set comes in a plastic=

carrying case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
5 .5 kg 6/48 hrs 250

Note: This item is available through over the counter retail sale at spec=
ialty
tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item =
is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.


Spade Bit Set: This set of 8 spade bits (3/8, 7/8, 1/2, 9/16, 7/8, 1, 1 1=
/4, and
1 1/2 inch)permits a 3/8 drill motor to drill larger holes in wood.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
5 .3 kg 6/48 hrs 100

Note: This item is available through over the counter retail sale at spec=
ialty
tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item =
is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Hole Saw Set: This set permits the cutting of large holes in wood, dry wa=
ll and
plastic. The set contains 20 hole saws from 1 to 6 inches, center arbor a=
nd
pilot bit. Set comes packed in a plastic carrying case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
5 .5 kg 6/48 hrs 200

Note: This set does not include a drill motor, a drill is required for it=
to be
useable. This item is available through over the counter retail sale at
specialty tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. =
This
item is also available for rent from tool rental centers.

Electronic beam spilter/spoofer: This device permits the operator to eith=
er
redirect an alarm beam, to create a "safe" path through the beams origina=
l
location or to exactly duplicate an alarm beam and send it to the alarm
receiver. The device is adjustable and can duplicate/redirect beams of al=
l
frequencies from the ultra-violet to the infra-red. The variable version=
can
duplicate/redirect beams that vary in frequency or intensity.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
Normal 3 .5 kg 8/96 hrs 250
Variable 3 .6 kg 10/1 wk 400

Note: One unit is needed for each beam to be effected. This item is consi=
dered a
burglary tool and as such illegal to possess. Sale or possession is a fel=
ony
punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in prison and a 100,000 fine.
Additionally possession while committing trespass is considered by the co=
urts as
evidence of intent to commit burglary. These items can be made by proper=
ly
skilled PCs. Normal Spliter-- Principle Skill: Electronics B/R, Constru=
ction
time: 2 hrs, Cost: 50, TN# 5. Variable Spliter-- Principle Skill: El=
ectronics
B/R, Construction time: 6 hrs, Cost 150, TN# 7.

Electric Timelock Override: When properly connected to the electric circ=
uit
powering a mechanical timelock clock unit it can speed the clock up permi=
tting
the opening of the lock earlier then programmed.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .25 kg 14/1 months 4500

Notes: This item is considered a burglary tool and as such illegal to pos=
sess.
Sale or possession is a felony punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in=
prison
and a 100,000 fine. Additionally possession while committing trespass =
is
considered by the courts as evidence of intent to commit burglary. This i=
tem can
be made by a properly skilled PC. Primary Skill: Electronics B/R Const=
ruction
Time: 6 hrs, Parts Cost: 150, TN# 4

Electronic Timelock Reset: When properly connected to the timeclock circu=
it,
this device permits the resetting of the clock module on electronic timel=
ocks.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .25 kg 14/2 months 5600

Notes: This item is considered a burglary tool and as such illegal to pos=
sess.
Sale or possession is a felony punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in=
prison
and a 100,000 fine. Additionally possession while committing trespass =
is
considered by the courts as evidence of intent to commit burglary. This i=
tem can
be made by a properly skilled PC. Primary Skill: Computer B/R, Constructi=
on
Time: 12 hrs, Parts Cost: 550 TN# 7.

Fiber Optic Pinhole Viewers: Device consists a small wide angle lens fitt=
ed on
the end of a fiber optic cable and a small view screen. The lens is inser=
ted
through a small hole or under a door permitting the user to see first han=
d what
is going on. A variation of this device replaces the screen with a connec=
ting
cable to utilize the operators display link.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .3 kg 8/72 hrs 1500

Notes: The probe end can be put through a hole 1 millimeter in diameter. =
The
probe has a 1 meter reach. This item is available for over the counter re=
tail
sale at specialty tool suppliers, electronics parts houses and scientifi=
c
supply houses. This item can be made by a properly skilled PC. Principle =
Skill:
Electronics B/R, Construction Time: 8 hrs, Parts Cost: 500, TN# =
6

Glasscutter: This small tool permits the user to cut glass with a degree =
of
precision.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
10 .05 kg 6/48 hrs 45

Note: This item is available through over the counter retail sale at spec=
ialty
tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item =
is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Hammer, Reciprocating, Electric: The jackhammer's little brother this too=
l
permits the user to make holes, cut and break-up concrete and masonry. Th=
e tool
comes with a variety of bits and a metal carrying case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 15 kg 6/48 hrs 545

Note: The tool is capable of making a 20 centimeter in diameter hole, 10
millimeter deep in about 15 minutes. This item requires connection to com=
mon
household electric power (110 volt AC power source) to operate. This item=
is
available through over the counter retail sale at specialty tool supplier=
s,
hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item is also available=
for
rent from tool rental centers.

Handle, Suction: This device is used for safely moving large panes of gla=
ss. The
handle is used by positioning the handle in the desired location, placing=
the
dampened suction cups against the glass and pulling the activation lever.=
When
activated the handle has a holding force of about 250 kilograms.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a .5 kg 6/72 hrs 150

Note: This item is available through over the counter retail sale at spec=
ialty
tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item =
is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Jackhammer, Electric Reciprocating: While not quite as powerful as a pneu=
matic
hammer the electric jackhammer can cut and break-up concrete, plascrete a=
nd
masonry effectively.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 30 kg 6/48 hrs 1545

Note: The tool is capable of making a 40 centimeter in diameter hole, 10
centimeter deep in about 15 minutes. This item requires connection to com=
mon
household electric power (110 volt AC power source) to operate. This item=
is
available through over the counter retail sale at specialty tool supplier=
s,
hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item is also available=
for
rent from tool rental centers.

Ladder, 6 Meter, Extension: This fiberglass ladder quickly extends from 3=
to 6
meters.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 15 kg 6/48 hrs 145

Note: This item is available through over the counter retail sale at spec=
ialty
tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item =
is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Laser Cutter: This device is for the cutting of armor plate and other har=
den
metals. It consists of the laser, power cable and transformer unit.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 75 kg 10/4 months 150,000

Note: The laser can cut metal with a Barrier rating of up to 24 at the ra=
te of 4
meters an hour. Metal with a rating of up to 40 can be cut at the rate of=
2
meters an hour. This item requires connection to common household electr=
ic
power (110 volt AC power source) to operate. This item is available at re=
tail by
special order direct from the manufacturer. The legitimate uses for this =
item
are extremely limited, thus the purchase of this device note worthy.

Lock Pick Set: A set of small tools for opening key operated locks withou=
t the
correct key.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
10 .05 kg 8/48 hrs 150

Notes: This item in the hands of anyone but a licensed locksmith is consi=
dered a
burglary tool and as such illegal to possess. Sale or possession is a fel=
ony
punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in prison and a 100,000 fine.
Additionally possession while committing trespass is considered by the co=
urts as
evidence of intent to commit burglary.

Loopback Unit, Video : This device is connected to the connecting cable b=
etween
a CCTV camera and the rest of the system. In record mode this device re=
cords 2
minutes of the image being sent to the monitor in a loop. In play mode it=
plays
the loop back until it is turned off. The playback loop can be up to 5 mi=
nutes
in duration.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .4 kg 8/1 week 2000

Notes: This item is considered a burglary tool and as such illegal to pos=
sess.
Sale or possession is a felony punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in=
prison
and a 100,000 fine. Additionally possession while committing trespass =
is
considered by the courts as evidence of intent to commit burglary. This i=
tem can
be made by a properly skilled PC. Primary Skill: Electronics B/R Const=
ruction
Time: 8 hrs, Parts Cost: 500, TN# 6

Loopback Unit, CCT: This device is used, in the same manner as a Video Lo=
opback
unit, on Closed Circuit Trideo systems. The playback loop can be up to 5 =
minutes
in duration.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .4 kg 10/2 weeks 4000

Notes: This item is considered a burglary tool and as such illegal to pos=
sess.
Sale or possession is a felony punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in=
prison
and a 100,000 fine. Additionally possession while committing trespass =
is
considered by the courts as evidence of intent to commit burglary. This i=
tem can
be made by a properly skilled PC. Primary Skill: Electronics B/R Const=
ruction
Time: 24 hrs, Parts Cost: 1500, TN# 8.

Loopback Unit, CCSS: This device is used, in the same manner as a Video L=
oopback
unit, on Closed Circuit Simsense systems. The playback loop can be up to =
5
minutes in duration

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
4 .8 kg 14/2 week 8500

Notes: This item is considered a burglary tool and as such illegal to pos=
sess.
Sale or possession is a felony punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in=
prison
and a 100,000 fine. Additionally possession while committing trespass =
is
considered by the courts as evidence of intent to commit burglary.


Manipulator, Miniature, Remote: Combining a miniature waldo manipulator w=
ith a
tactile feedback control glove and fiber optic viewer, this device permit=
s the
operator to remotely manipulate small objects ( 1 Kg, 5 cm cross section)=
with
precision.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
5 .3 kg 10/96 hrs 3500

Notes: In minimum cross section position the manipulator can be inserted =
through
a 2cm diameter hole. The Manipulator has a 1.5 meter reach and can make 4=
bends
of up to 120 degrees. This item is available for over the counter retail=
sale
at specialty tool suppliers, electronics parts houses and scientific sup=
ply
houses.

Master Control Unit: This device permits the activation and deactivation =
of up
to 10 separate devices via radio. Each device can be on a separate freque=
ncy.
The unit can be programmed to issue up to 5 different pre-set sequences o=
n
command. The control module can turn on and off any electric appliance. =


Conceal Weight Availability Cost
Master Control 4 .5 kg 6/2 weeks 5000
Control Module 6 .05 kg 8/2 weeks 250

Notes: The control unit can be made by a properly skilled PC. Principle =
Skill:
Electronics B/R and Computer B/R, Construction Time: 6 hrs, Parts Cost: =
500,
TN# 8. The individual control module can be made by a properly skilled P=
C.
Principle Skill: Electronics B/R, Construction Time: 6 hrs, Parts Cost:=
100,
TN# 6.

Oxygen Acetylene Torch: This torch is designed for the cutting and weldin=
g of
metal. The kit consists of two tanks (1 oxygen and 1 acetylene) regulator=
hoses,
torch and welding mask. Additional tanks are available.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
Torch Set n/a 50 kg 6/48 hrs 1000
Extra Tank Sets n/a 30 kg 6/48 hrs 500
Refills 6/48 hrs 100

Note: The torch can cut metal with a Barrier rating of up to 16 at the ra=
te of 4
meters an hour. Metal with a rating of up to 24 can be cut at the rate of=
2
meters an hour. One set of tanks will operate the torch for 30 minutes. T=
his
item is available through over the counter retail sale at specialty tool
suppliers, hardware stores and welding supply shops. This item is also
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Panicbutton Jamming Unit: This device contains a unit that disrupts all t=
raffic
on the frequencies reserved for the Panicbutton system. Once activated al=
l
Panicbuttons within 50 meters are rendered ineffective (they are transmit=
ting
and all diagnostics on the Panicbutton unit read normal, the signal is ju=
st not
getting through ). Packaged to resemble a empty Starbuck's Deluxe Soykaf =
pouch
this unit can be activated by either a timer or by radio.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .2 kg 10/96 hrs 1000

Notes: Unit is effective to 25 meters This is a Category E3 Class C item
possession is a Class 1 felony punishable by up to 2 years in prison and =
a
10,000 fine. Use is a violation of FCC regulations and is punishable b=
y up to
10 years in prison and a 100,000 fine. This item can be made by a prop=
erly
skilled PC. Principle Skill: Electronics B/R, Construction Time: 6 hrs, =
Parts
Cost: 500, TN# 6.


Precision Acoustic Imaging Unit: This unit permits the operator to view t=
he
internal lock mechanism while manipulating the lock.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
3 .5 kg 18/1 months 10500

Note: Using the unit to assist in the manipulation of a mechanical combin=
ation
lock, gives the user an -2 modifier to the target number for the lock
manipulation roll. This item in the hands of anyone but a licensed locksm=
ith is
considered a burglary tool and as such illegal to possess. Sale or posses=
sion is
a felony punishable in the UCAS by up to 2 years in prison and a 100,000=
fine.
Additionally possession while committing trespass is considered by the co=
urts as
evidence of intent to commit burglary.

Radio Transmission Scanners with LS Scrambler Coding: A radio scanner wit=
h a
scrambler coded to monitor Lone Stars secure tactical radio net. When pro=
perly
set the user can listen in on the patrol units and dispatch center for a
particular sector. Enhanced units use scanner technology to monitor some =
or all
LS radio frequencies.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
Normal 4 .4 kg 10/2 weeks 6500
Enhanced 6 .5 kg 14/1 month 10000

Notes: While this unit can de-scramble secure radio transmissions the cur=
rent
code key is needed. The unit can bereset to reflect these changes. The pr=
ice
includes the current codes for a single precinct for about a week. This i=
s a
Category E3 Class C item possession is a felony punishable by up to 6 mon=
ths in
jail and a 6000 fine. Use is a violation of FCC regulations and is pu=
nishable
by up to 2 years in prison and a 10,000 fine.

Remote Controlled Jammer: This single frequency radio jamming unit is con=
cealed
in a soft drink can. It can be activated either by remote control via rad=
io or
through the use of the integral timing unit. Once activated it cannot be =
shut
off. Multiple control frequencies are available.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .3 kg 10/96 hrs 1500 per level

Notes: This is a Category E3 Class C item possession is a felony punishab=
le by
up to 6 months in jail and a 6000 fine. Use is a violation of FCC reg=
ulations
and is punishable by up to 2 years in prison and a 10,000 fine. This i=
tem can
be made by a properly skilled PC. Principle Skill: Electronics B/R,
Construction Time: 8 hrs, Parts Cost: 500, TN# 4 + (level times 2=
)


Remote Controlled Gas Bombs: Packaged to resemble an empty soft drink can=
these
units contain a canister of compressed gas equipped with a radio controll=
ed
valve. On the receipt of the radio signal the valve is opened and the gas=
is
released. multiple control frequencies are available.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .2 kg 8/96 hrs* 800*

Notes: * The availability and cost will vary with gas used. The gas canis=
ter has
the capability of releasing a cloud of gas with a 10 meter radius. Use th=
e Smoke
rules (FoF p85). The effects depend of the choice of gas used. This is a
Category J item un-licensed possession is a felony punishable by up to 6 =
months
in jail and a 10,000 fine. Use is a class 1 felony punishable by 8 yea=
rs in
prison and a 10,000 fine. This item can be made by a properly skilled =
PC.
Primary Skills: Electronics B/R, Demolitions, Construction Time: 6 hrs, =
Parts
Cost: 250 TN# 8. Parts price does not include the cost of the gas. =




Remote Controlled Smoke/Riot Control Bomb: Packaged to resemble an empty
disposable soft drink container this device contains the equivalent of a =
smoke
or tear gas grenade. The device can be activated either by radio or by an=

integral timing unit. Once activated the device can not be turned off. Th=
ere is
the possibility of fire if the device is set off in close proximity to fl=
ammable
material. Multiple control frequencies are available.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
6 .2 kg 8/96 hrs 500

Notes: * The availability and cost will vary with the filler used the p=
rice is
for common HC smoke. This device has the capability of releasing a cloud=
of
smoke with a 10 meter radius. This is a Category I item, un-licensed poss=
ession
is a felony punishable by up to a 10,000 fine. Use is a class 1 felony=

punishable by 4 years in prison and a 40,000 fine. This item can be ma=
de by a
properly skilled PC. Primary Skill: Electronics B/R, Demolitions, Constru=
ction
Time: 6 hrs, Parts Cost: 250 TN# 6.


Saw, Circular: Using a 24 centimeter in diameter blade this saw can cut w=
ood and
plastic quickly and accurately. the saw can cut material up to 10 centime=
ters
thick. Saw comes with a variety of blades and a metal carrying case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 5 kg 6/48 hrs 545

Note: This item requires connection to common household electric power (1=
10 volt
AC power source) to operate. This item is available through over the coun=
ter
retail sale at specialty tool suppliers, hardware stores and home improv=
ement
centers. This item is also available for rent from tool rental centers.

Saw, Circular, Battery powered: The battery powered version of the classi=
c
circular saw can cut wood and plastic up to 10 centimeters thick quickly =
and
accurately. The saw uses the same 24 centimeter in diameter blades as the=

electric powered version. The saw comes with a variety of blades, two bat=
teries,
a recharge unit packed in a steel carrying case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 6 kg 6/48 hrs 645

Note: The saw will continuously operate for 20 minutes on a full battery=

charge. The charger will recharge a battery in 1 hour. This item is avai=
lable
through over the counter retail sale at specialty tool suppliers, hardwa=
re
stores and home improvement centers. This item is also available for rent=
from
tool rental centers.

Saw Blade, Masonry: This saw blade permits the common circular saw to cut=

stucco, concrete slabs, and masonry.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 6 kg 6/48 hrs 645

Note: The blade can cut about 20 meters of stucco or 10 meters of concret=
e or
masonry before becoming to dull to function. This item is available thro=
ugh
over the counter retail sale at specialty tool suppliers, hardware store=
s and
home improvement centers.


Saw, Reciprocating: Also known as the Sawsall this tool is capable of cut=
ting
wood, plastic and metal. The saw comes with a variety of saw blades, and =
is
packed in a steel carrying case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 5 kg 6/48 hrs 545

Note: With the proper blade the saw can cut wood up to 15 millimeters thi=
ck,
metal pipe up to 15 centimeters in diameter or steel (barrier rating 16 o=
r less)
up to 5 centimeters thick.. This saw requires a exposed edge and 5 centim=
eters
of clearance to operate properly. This item requires connection to commo=
n
household electric power(110 volt AC power source) to operate. This item =
is
available through over the counter retail sale at specialty tool supplier=
s,
hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item is also available=
for
rent from tool rental centers.

Saw, Reciprocating, Battery powered: This battery powered version of the =

Sawsall is capable of cutting wood, plastic and metal. The saw comes wit=
h a
variety of saw blades, two batteries and a re-charger packed in a steel c=
arrying
case.

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
n/a 6 kg 6/48 hrs 645

Note: With the proper blade the saw can cut wood up to 15 millimeters thi=
ck,
metal pipe up to 15 millimeters in diameter or steel (barrier rating 16 o=
r less)
up to 5 millimeters thick.. This saw requires a exposed edge and 5 millim=
eters
of clearance to operate properly. The saw will continuously operate for =
20
minutes on a full battery charge. The charger will recharge a battery in =
1 hour.
This item is available through over the counter retail sale at specialty=
tool
suppliers, hardware stores and home improvement centers. This item is al=
so
available for rent from tool rental centers.

Thermal Lance: This device is for the cutting of armor plate and other ha=
rden
metals. The complete set consists of the lance handle, burn rod, hose, ox=
ygen
tank, insulated gauntlets and welding mask

Conceal Weight Availability Cost
Lance Set n/a 75 kg 8/2 months 50,000
Burn Rods n/a 10 kg 8/2 months 1500
Oxygen Tank n/a 30 kg 6/48 hrs 250


Note: The lance can cut metal with a Barrier rating of up to 24 at the ra=
te of 2
meters an hour. Metal with a rating of up to 40 can be cut at the rate of=
1
meters an hour. One burn rod is good for 15 minutes. The oxygen tank will=

operate the lance for one hour. This item is available at retail by speci=
al
order through a specialty tool supplier, or welding supply shop. The leg=
itimate
uses for this item are extremely limited, thus the purchase of this devic=
e note
worthy.


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GAMEMASTER INFORMATION
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Many of these items are considered burglary tools and as such illega=
l to
possess. Additionally possession while committing trespass is considered =
by the
courts as evidence of intent to commit burglary. Because of this they are=
not
easy to come by. Individuals manufacturing these items tend to be extreme=
ly
careful. They carefully check out potential buyers and tend to limit thei=
r
business to individuals that they know or to people refired to them by kn=
own
parties. Additionally Lone Star occasionally uses items of this type as =
bait in
sting operations. Further, many inferior copies and out right frauds also=

circulate in the shadow markets. The prices quoted are the street price a=
nd
include the effects of the street index.

The Availability of items available through over the counter sale re=
flects
the time needed to locate a supplier and should only apply to the first a=
ttempt
to obtain this item. After the PCs know where to obtain the item they can=
return
to purchase additional units any time the establishment is open. The reco=
rds of
over the counter sales are available to law enforcement for investigative=

purposes. The value of this data to Law Enforcement varies with its
completeness. Cash transactions provide the smallest amount of data, cred=
it or
debit cards the most.

Many of these devices could be made or assembled by properly skilled=
PCs
who possess the proper tools and components. The principle skills needed=
,
approximate construction time, component costs and target numbers of thes=
e items
are listed in the notes section for each item.

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