Thursday, January 28, 2010

Stun Guns and Pepper Spray- Deciding which is Right for You

By William Ward

Unfortunately the world is full of crime and no matter where you live, it could be right around the corner. Over the years the crime rate has gone up and down in various areas, but there will never be an absolution to the problem. So, it's important to keep you and your family safe any way possible. The best option today is stun guns and pepper spray.

Pepper Spray is an interesting option that can be very effective. It's what you would call an immobilizer, and most importantly it's quite inexpensive. You basically purchase the pepper spray and get a size small enough to carry on your keychain. So whether you go jogging, bike riding or anything else, you can protect yourself against muggers, vicious dogs or other issues that come your way.

However, pepper spray isn't a permanent solution. Instead it can help you free yourself from the problem and be able to run for help or the nearest police officer. Pepper spray is made from things like habanero peppers. Its primary function is to irritate the skin and create burning sensations in and around the eyes of the attacker. There will also be breathing discomfort as well.

You can find pepper spray in a variety of styles and sizes. This is so you will be able to find an appropriate fit for your needs. Maybe you want a small canister that fits right around your wrist while exercising in the park or around the neighborhood. Then again, you can purchase some pepper spray that will attach to a bicycle frame as well. Oh, and there is even indoor pepper spray in case your house gets broken into while you're home. These foggers have a range around 25 feet that can hit multiple intruders.

Now, if you're looking for something a little different when it comes to personal protection, stun guns are a great choice. These impart a high pulse frequency to the muscles that will cause intense pain and startle them. When you use it you will be able to incapacitate your intruder, but will not leave permanent damage. However, it will give you enough time to get away.

Stun guns are much like pepper spray because they come in a variety of shapes and sizes. In fact they are disguised to even look like lipstick. Other options revolve around variations that look like batons, ink pens, brass knuckles and even packs of cigarettes.

While this may sound great, you have to make sure you can actually carry these in your local areas. Make sure you check both the state and city laws so you're covered. There are some states out there that regulate the use, and yours may be one of them.

When you can take advantage of personal protection options like stun guns and pepper spray, there is a growing comfort that you are safe. It does matter if you're walking your dog or jogging through the park, because you will feel safe, secure, and protected in every possible way.

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