The Pepper Spray tag of our self-defense weapon blog offers a deep dive into one of the most accessible and widely used non-lethal defense tools available. Here, readers can explore everything from the mechanics of pepper spray—how it works, its active ingredients, and its immediate effects on an assailant—to comprehensive reviews of various brands and models, ensuring you find the spray that best suits your personal safety needs. This category is rich with practical advice, including tips on carrying, deploying, and storing pepper spray, as well as legal considerations and state-specific regulations to keep users informed and compliant with the law. We also provide real-life scenarios and training techniques to help readers prepare for its use in a self-defense situation, emphasizing safe and effective handling. Whether you’re new to self-defense or looking to update your knowledge on pepper spray, this category serves as an invaluable guide to maximizing your safety with this potent and portable defense tool.
Bears are large, powerful animals that can be dangerous if they feel threatened. If you are planning on spending time in bear country, it is important to be aware of bear safety and to take precautions to avoid an encounter. If you are ever caught there without bear pepper spray, you may have made a […]
I just recently opened the website Black Belt Defender, but I used to sell all of these self-defense products many years back on a different site. Now that I am getting back into the swing of things, I am recalling a funny story of what I fondly referred to as “That Shady Parking Lot Pepper […]
The popular acronym EDC stands for “everyday carry.” The EDC concept is nothing new, humans have been carrying tools and other items for thousands of years, consisting of things routinely needed throughout the day. Recently EDC has become something of a buzzword, with a vast number of companies providing an even greater number of products. […]
Do you ever feel like you’re wasting money on insurance? Car insurance, homeowner’s insurance, life insurance? You’re not alone. Many people feel the same way. But what if I told you that insurance is one of the smartest investments you can make? Let’s talk about your car insurance. You pay your premiums every month after […]
Both chili peppers and self-defense pepper spray can be measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHU) to rate their “hotness” or “heat.” This rating scale was named after the American chemist Wilbur Scoville. The presence and amount of the chemical capsaicin are responsible for the degree of heat. This can be pleasant or unpleasant, depending on […]
