Bug-A-Salt Widow Maker

The Widow Maker is designed to kill common household pests like flies, mosquitoes, and spiders on contact. The salt creates a high-velocity blast that is lethal to small insects at close range.

You should use standard granulated table salt. Avoid using sea salt or rock salt, as the larger, irregular crystals can clog the firing mechanism or damage the internal components.

The laser sight is an optional aiming aid, not a requirement for the device to function. It helps with precision, but you can operate the unit without it if you prefer.

While it is non-toxic and chemical-free, it is still a projectile device. It features a cross-bolt safety mechanism to prevent accidental firing, but it should always be treated with the same caution as any other tool that fires projectiles.

The Widow Maker features a front-grip slide-cocking handle, which is designed to be smoother and easier to operate than previous models. It requires a firm, deliberate motion to prime the firing mechanism.

The amount of salt used per shot is minimal—about a pinch. While you will have a small amount of salt to sweep or vacuum up, it is significantly cleaner and less messy than using traditional chemical sprays or sticky traps.