Monday 14 January 2013

Buy Pepper Spray For Personal Protection

By Dustin Aaron


Pepper Spray is a decent self protection option. Pepper spray can be used to deter or distract an aggressor long enough for you to retreat to safety. If you are not content carrying a concealed handgun, then you should start thinking about carrying pepper spray for personal protection.

Before you use pepper spray, you should make certain that it is legal in your state or city. The most efficient method to do this is to speak with your local police department by dialing the non-emergency number and asking them about the legal aspects of having pepper spray for personal defense in your state. A multitude of states limit the size of the pepper spray cylinder, and some states control the chemicals that make up your self defense spray. Some states make a differentiation between pepper spray that is for use on wild animals, and pepper spray that is for use against human assailants.

After you learn the pepper spray laws and regulations in your state, you should enroll in a self-defense class that teaches you how to use pepper spray for personal protection. A large number of these courses are taught at your local firearm range, or at your local martial arts establishment. Finding these courses is as easy as running an internet search.

Once you have completed a formal training program, you ought to decide what kind of pepper spray you are going to purchase. I'm certain your class instructor will have an opinion on what kind of pepper spray you should carry, and it might be best to listen to that advice.

The basic ingredient in pepper spray is Oleoresin Capsicum, which is oftentimes abbreviated OC. This is the substance that makes peppers hot. Pepper sprays are sold in numerous capsicum quantities, different spray patterns, and different size bottles. You can also find pepper sprays of varying hotness levels. Ensure that the pepper spray you obtain is adequate enough to stop the threat that you are preparing for.

Finally, it is imperative that you train to use your pepper spray in an emergency crisis. If you are in a high risk area, you should already have it in your hand and at the ready. If you are assaulted, remember that your pepper spray is primarily designed to buy you time to get away. Aim for your assailant's face, spray the threat, then sprint to safety.




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