Although both are used effectively as defense weapons, a taser is really different that a stun gun. Let's explore both:
Stun Guns use high voltage (in varying ranges) and low amps to briefly "stun" or "daze" your threat. Eventhough it's a temporary effect, the "punch" is powerful! Once the stun gun touches your attacker's body, the stun gun in a sense "neutralizes" the body's voluntary muscle movements and stops your attacker's body from functioning normally. The perpetrator will typically lose his balance and be unable to get back up for several minutes - allowing time for you to escape. With a stun gun, your attacker must be within touching distance.
Tasers combine the same technology as a stun gun, but with a different "power punch" - Electro-Muscular Disruption (EMD) technology. You've probably seen this used in the TV show "Cops". When fired, the taser sends 2 "capture tips" each on a wire, up to 15-feet to land on your attacker. Once landed, these tips all the muscle disruption effect to reach your attacker and cause his central nervous system to be interrupted. This will render him powerless for several minutes - again allowing time for you to escape and reach safety. With a taser, the perpetrator must be within 15-feet of your body.
Again, both the stun gun and the taser are effective defense products - helping to protect you against harm. When considering which one is right for you, first check your state law; then think about how, when, where you might need personal security and how close you want your attacker to get!
Our website contains pictures and additional information on stun guns and tasers as well as other personal defense products. Check us out at www.DefenseSafety.com.
Monday, May 28, 2007
Sunday, April 01, 2007
How Safe Is Your Home Really?
Do you lock your doors at night? Of course, we all do. But do you take extra steps to ensure your safety and the safety of your loved ones while in the comfort of your home?
According to F.B.I. statistics, in 2005 there were more than 1.3 million violent crimes reported. Most people believe that these crimes only happen to "other people" or to those who live in inner-cities. NOT TRUE!! Suburbs and rural areas are no longer safe havens. Neighborhoods that once never needed to lock their doors are now finding the need to add even more security. Dead bolts and outdoor security lighting have become the standard.
Ensuring your safety and the safety of your loved ones is perhaps the most important task you have. Take it seriously and with a great deal of thought, but don't take too long to initiate any needed steps.
When evaluating your home security, remember these areas:
~ lock the dooor as soon as you enter your home. Double check to ensure it's locked
~ doors should have viewers or "peep holes", dead-bolt locks, chains and alarms or alerts
~ windows should have functioning locks and alarms or alerts
~ single ladies living alone may want to consider purchasing a telephone voice changer
~ keep emergency telephone numbers listed at every phone
~ hide money or valuables in a diversion safe (not in your jewelry box!)
~ if you suspect "foul play" or your instincts cause you concern while you are away, a hidden
camera may give you answers
~ when away, notify your neighbors and ask them to collect your mail and newspapers while
you are gone
Hopefully these thoughts will help you create a more safe home for you and those you love.
For more information, or to browse Personal Security and Self Defense Products, visit our website at www.DefenseSafety.com or www.BestDefenseSafety.com
According to F.B.I. statistics, in 2005 there were more than 1.3 million violent crimes reported. Most people believe that these crimes only happen to "other people" or to those who live in inner-cities. NOT TRUE!! Suburbs and rural areas are no longer safe havens. Neighborhoods that once never needed to lock their doors are now finding the need to add even more security. Dead bolts and outdoor security lighting have become the standard.
Ensuring your safety and the safety of your loved ones is perhaps the most important task you have. Take it seriously and with a great deal of thought, but don't take too long to initiate any needed steps.
When evaluating your home security, remember these areas:
~ lock the dooor as soon as you enter your home. Double check to ensure it's locked
~ doors should have viewers or "peep holes", dead-bolt locks, chains and alarms or alerts
~ windows should have functioning locks and alarms or alerts
~ single ladies living alone may want to consider purchasing a telephone voice changer
~ keep emergency telephone numbers listed at every phone
~ hide money or valuables in a diversion safe (not in your jewelry box!)
~ if you suspect "foul play" or your instincts cause you concern while you are away, a hidden
camera may give you answers
~ when away, notify your neighbors and ask them to collect your mail and newspapers while
you are gone
Hopefully these thoughts will help you create a more safe home for you and those you love.
For more information, or to browse Personal Security and Self Defense Products, visit our website at www.DefenseSafety.com or www.BestDefenseSafety.com
"Are You Safe?"
Have you ever felt like you were being watched or followed as you walked from one place to another? Well, that's exactly how my son felt right before he was assaulted.
He heard someone walking behind him and he did exactly as we always told him - he turned around to face his follower. The follower stopped. My son turned back around to continue walking, then suddenly was hit on the back of his head which caused him to fall foward on concrete. Five to six others got out of a vehicle and joined in hitting and kicking my son. Luckily, he sustained to serious injuries.
In this case, if he would have attempted to use Pepper Spray Stream to deter his follower or attackers - the canister may have gotten in the wrong hands and may have been used against him.
That's why we believe so strongly that you must have options in your Personal Protection arsonal. These options depend on the different situations you may find yourself in, and don't necessarily need to cost an arm and a leg.
The use of a Personal Alarm would have drawn attention to my son's situation and could have prevented or shortened his attack, while a Pepper Spray Fogger may have also been effective. Because my son was attacked at dusk - he had difficulty identifying the perpetrators. A Tear Gas with UV Dye would have made this job alot easier for both him and the police officers.
They say "hindsight is 20/20" and this is so true! Learn from our mistakes - be proactive and think ahead - plan for what "could happen" and ways to prevent or escape from it.
You can no longer afford to be naive and live innocently in a perfect world.
For additional safety tips or to browse Personal Safety Products, visit our website at www.DefenseSafety.com
"A zap and a spray keep the trouble away!"
Bob and Rhonda
He heard someone walking behind him and he did exactly as we always told him - he turned around to face his follower. The follower stopped. My son turned back around to continue walking, then suddenly was hit on the back of his head which caused him to fall foward on concrete. Five to six others got out of a vehicle and joined in hitting and kicking my son. Luckily, he sustained to serious injuries.
In this case, if he would have attempted to use Pepper Spray Stream to deter his follower or attackers - the canister may have gotten in the wrong hands and may have been used against him.
That's why we believe so strongly that you must have options in your Personal Protection arsonal. These options depend on the different situations you may find yourself in, and don't necessarily need to cost an arm and a leg.
The use of a Personal Alarm would have drawn attention to my son's situation and could have prevented or shortened his attack, while a Pepper Spray Fogger may have also been effective. Because my son was attacked at dusk - he had difficulty identifying the perpetrators. A Tear Gas with UV Dye would have made this job alot easier for both him and the police officers.
They say "hindsight is 20/20" and this is so true! Learn from our mistakes - be proactive and think ahead - plan for what "could happen" and ways to prevent or escape from it.
You can no longer afford to be naive and live innocently in a perfect world.
For additional safety tips or to browse Personal Safety Products, visit our website at www.DefenseSafety.com
"A zap and a spray keep the trouble away!"
Bob and Rhonda
Sunday, March 18, 2007
Pepper Spray Differences
Not all Pepper Sprays are the same -there are differences in the "pepper spray" itself.
Here are the meanings behind the mysterious initials, the effects, and preferences. This will inable you to make an informed decision no matter who you purchase pepper spray from. READ ON ...
CS stands for "orthochlorobenzalmalonitrile" (what a mouthful that was!)
CN stands for "alphachtoroacetaphenone"
OC stands for "Oleoresin Capsicum"
OC is the newest of the three types, and by far the most effective. It truly is the only one that should be considered for self defense.
There are combination Pepper Sprays which combine OC with CS or CN. Again, you'll want to make sure that OC is included for the best protection.
CS and CN are irritants - meaning they cause irritation. They also can take longer to wear off, in some cases lasting days.
OC is an inflammatory agent and causes the eyes to clamp shut hard, dilation of the pupils to decrease vision or cause temporary blindness, and uncontrollable cough.
OC works well on animals, but most versions are not made for that purpose. There are special version designed specifically for dogs, bears, etc.
Pepper Sprays are available in 1%, 5%, or 10% concentrations - but don't let this number fool you! It's not necessarily the percentage you want to look closely at - as the Scoville Heat Units (SHU's) are what truly matters. Most OC Pepper Sprays will contain roughly 2 million SHU's (that's a hot doozy)!
Also, a very fine grain pepper spray is much more effective than the coarser grains. The coarser grains may not mix properly in the container and since the grains are heavier, may stay in the container and not be sprayed out. Not a chance you'll want to take when faced with a perpetrator!
Stay safe! Choose a Pepper Spray with very fine grains, and high SHU's containing OC!
www.defensesafety.com
Here are the meanings behind the mysterious initials, the effects, and preferences. This will inable you to make an informed decision no matter who you purchase pepper spray from. READ ON ...
CS stands for "orthochlorobenzalmalonitrile" (what a mouthful that was!)
CN stands for "alphachtoroacetaphenone"
OC stands for "Oleoresin Capsicum"
OC is the newest of the three types, and by far the most effective. It truly is the only one that should be considered for self defense.
There are combination Pepper Sprays which combine OC with CS or CN. Again, you'll want to make sure that OC is included for the best protection.
CS and CN are irritants - meaning they cause irritation. They also can take longer to wear off, in some cases lasting days.
OC is an inflammatory agent and causes the eyes to clamp shut hard, dilation of the pupils to decrease vision or cause temporary blindness, and uncontrollable cough.
OC works well on animals, but most versions are not made for that purpose. There are special version designed specifically for dogs, bears, etc.
Pepper Sprays are available in 1%, 5%, or 10% concentrations - but don't let this number fool you! It's not necessarily the percentage you want to look closely at - as the Scoville Heat Units (SHU's) are what truly matters. Most OC Pepper Sprays will contain roughly 2 million SHU's (that's a hot doozy)!
Also, a very fine grain pepper spray is much more effective than the coarser grains. The coarser grains may not mix properly in the container and since the grains are heavier, may stay in the container and not be sprayed out. Not a chance you'll want to take when faced with a perpetrator!
Stay safe! Choose a Pepper Spray with very fine grains, and high SHU's containing OC!
www.defensesafety.com
Saturday, September 23, 2006
Safety Tips 101
When you think of Pepper Spray or Mace, many pictures and thoughts probably come to mind.
As you've seen from the previous entry - the effects of it can be nasty and I always think of the song by Thomas Dolby "She Blinded Me With Science"!! (I know that was a bad one - be prepared for more ahead - hee,hee).
The purpose of Pepper Spray and Mace are to stop the attacker so that you can run for safety ("and I raaann, I ran so far away" - Flock of Seagulls).
However, the Pepper Spray or Mace container must be easily accessible! I'm sure your attacker won't wait while you dig around in your purse or pocket to look for it (I know, you're like Carly Simon who hasn't "got time for the pain").
These are just a few things to consider while looking at your personal protection options.
Our site www.defensesafety.com has Pepper Spray available in a variety of canisters (lipstick models, key chains, pagers, pens, sun visors, batons, and walking weights. Come on in and check us out!
Bob Darby
As you've seen from the previous entry - the effects of it can be nasty and I always think of the song by Thomas Dolby "She Blinded Me With Science"!! (I know that was a bad one - be prepared for more ahead - hee,hee).
The purpose of Pepper Spray and Mace are to stop the attacker so that you can run for safety ("and I raaann, I ran so far away" - Flock of Seagulls).
However, the Pepper Spray or Mace container must be easily accessible! I'm sure your attacker won't wait while you dig around in your purse or pocket to look for it (I know, you're like Carly Simon who hasn't "got time for the pain").
These are just a few things to consider while looking at your personal protection options.
Our site www.defensesafety.com has Pepper Spray available in a variety of canisters (lipstick models, key chains, pagers, pens, sun visors, batons, and walking weights. Come on in and check us out!
Bob Darby
Thursday, September 21, 2006
The difference between Mace and Pepper Spray:
Mace:
~ is an irritant and may not have an effect on those attackers who feel no pain (such as psychotics or those under the influence of drugs or alcohol).
Pepper Spray:
~ is a reddish-orange oily liquid that is made from hot Cayenne Peppers and will not wash off with water. It is an inflammatory agent and can cause immediate (within 5-10 seconds) temporary blindness, watery eyes, swollen eyelids, running nose, difficulty breathing, and strong burning or stinging of the skin. It doesn't cause any lasting after-effects.
Hmmm - which one would you use on an attacker?
Bob D.
~ is an irritant and may not have an effect on those attackers who feel no pain (such as psychotics or those under the influence of drugs or alcohol).
Pepper Spray:
~ is a reddish-orange oily liquid that is made from hot Cayenne Peppers and will not wash off with water. It is an inflammatory agent and can cause immediate (within 5-10 seconds) temporary blindness, watery eyes, swollen eyelids, running nose, difficulty breathing, and strong burning or stinging of the skin. It doesn't cause any lasting after-effects.
Hmmm - which one would you use on an attacker?
Bob D.
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Welcome to DefenseSafety Personal Protection Blog
Hello Everyone!
Welcome to DefenseSafety Personal Protection Blog! My name is Bob Darby and my wife and I own www.DefenseSafety.com which sells ... personal defense, safety, and security products for use at home and/or work.
You can "zap" on over to our website and hit us with your best "pepper" spray shot, or play "eye spy" with our hidden cameras!
Eventhough our subject is a very serious one, we do like to play "puns" with it - please excuse us if we go overboard as we share personal defense and personal safety information and education in a fun way - often referring to common song lyrics and titles.
Feel free to look around our blog as we add new posts, info, pictures, etc on a daily basis; click on a few links; bookmark it, and check back regularly because you know "a zap and a spray keep the trouble away!"
And - don't forget to leave a comment or contribution for some "stunning" chat!
Bob D.
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