Top 5 Self Defense Products

Personal defense has become a top priority for manyand its content. If you are self motivated and learn well
Americans. The main reason is both the frequency ofin a one on one environment then fighting DVD's may
violent crime as well as increased media attention. Nobe the way to go.
longer is crime an inner city urban problem. Crime isTelescopic or expanding steel batons are extremely
everywhere and it is all of our problems.popular self defense weapons. They are currently a
Unemployment rates are above 10 percent, illegal drugpolice favorite and their popularity among residential
use is at epidemic proportions and the demand for selfcustomers increases daily. Made of solid steel, these
defense and personal security products has neverweapons are basically indestructible and can be
been greater.counted on in nearly every situation. In the closed
Trying to determine the most effective personalposition these batons measure 7 to 10 inches, but with
defense products can prove to be a very dauntinga "flip" of the wrist they extend and lock at 16 to 26
task for many consumers. I've put together our topinches. The baton is mainly a striking weapon but
five self defense and personal security product list.works well as a leverage and pressure point weapon.
This is our "must have" list when it comes to protectingThe telescopic baton pricing runs $20 to $30 dollars
yourself and your family. We will give the the product,depending on model.
how it works and what it costs. We hope you will findHigh voltage mini stun guns are excellent at deterring
this beneficial.human and animal attack. These stun guns take small
The C2 Taser is the most technologically advancedto a whole new level, most are only about 3.5 inches
non-lethal self defense product on the market.tall. The look of these mini stun guns is nothing like that
Independent studies cite its effectiveness and relativeof a traditional stun gun. In fact, unless you tell
safety. The C2 Taser is small, in fact it only weighs sixsomeone what it is they probably will have no idea.
ounces, yet its stopping power is comparable to aThe high voltage (2 to 3 million volts) and low
handgun. The Taser is legal in most states andamperage (10 to 12 milliamps) provide a debilitating self
requires a successful background check prior todefense product that is totally non-lethal.
activation. The TASER C2 uses a replaceableIn the past the dependability of stun guns was often
cartridge, containing compressed nitrogen, to deploythe problem or concern. Advancements in technology
two small probes that are attached to the TASER C2have improved the performance and dependability of
by insulated conductive wires with a maximum lengththe stun guns. Most sellers now offer a lifetime
of 15 feet (4.5 meters). The TASER C2 transmitswarranty against defects.
electrical pulses along the wires and into the bodyYou choose your voltage, style, color and it you want
affecting the sensory and motor functions of thea battery powered or rechargeable unit. Most battery
peripheral nervous system. The energy can penetratepowered units run on 3 volt lithium, while the
up to two cumulative inches of clothing.rechargeable units never need new batteries but do
The C2 Taser has the same makeup as theneed to be placed on a charger from time to time. The
professional law enforcement model. The majorcost of a high voltage mini stun gun depends upon the
difference is the effective range. The civilian model hasmanufacturer, features, and voltage, but you can
a 15 foot range while the law enforcement model is 25expect to pay between $40 and $60 for most units.
feet. The Taser comes with a very complete trainingSelf defense pepper spray accounts for more self
DVD that makes learning to use the C2 easy. The C2defense product purchases than all other products
is available with or without a built-in laser sight, whichcombined. Pepper spray and Mace products are
makes accuracy a cinch. The only major obstacleinexpensive, work almost instantly, have effective
using the Taser C2 for personal defense is the price,ranges of 8 to 30 feet, and work well against animals
as consumers can expect to pay $399 for the modelas well as humans. Tried, true and refined; todays best
with built-in laser and $299 without.pepper spray products will stop even the most
Instructional self defense DVD's are popular amongaggressive attackers right away.
many as a way to protect themselves and the onesAvailable in ballistic stream, fog, foam and gels; there is
they love. With instructional fighting DVD's you are nota self defense pepper spray from every situation. The
dependent upon a device to ensure your personalshelf life is typically 2 to 3 years and stamped right on
safety, instead you depend on specialized self defensethe product so you don't have to guess at when to
fighting skills. Instructional self defense DVD's offer selfreplace.
motivated individuals a nice selection of specialtyTo brands like Fox Labs and Defense Technology are
techniques including basic martial arts, striking, barefavorites among law enforcement professionals and
knuckle fighting, street fighting, hand to hand combat,act as a first line of defense. Like the pros our choice
gun and knife disarmament, and how to protectfor the best all around non-lethal self defense product
against home invasions. The cost of a DVD rangesis a good pepper spray. The best on the market, in our
from about $39 to over $100 depending on the lessonopinion, is Fox Labs pepper spray.