Self Defense Weapons

  Pepper spray is a non-lethal weapon used in self-defense by law enforcement and civilians. Each type of pepper spray has its own unique chemical makeup, which activates the oleoresin capsicum (OC) in the pores of the victim's skin. These sprays then affect the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs causing temporary blindness, incapacitating coughing, difficulty breathing, and wheezing.  In addition to this harmful agent being sprayed into your victim's face or eyes, they would also be armed with chemicals that cause severe burning or blistering on their skin (such as sulfuric acid). Some devices have a tray containing other substances such as tear gas to add effect when an attacker comes close. Inside the Bottle of Pepper Spray Pepper is a plant of the nightshade family that has been used by humans for cooking and medicinal properties for millennia. While we're talking about peppers, you may also know that some are hotter than others. In fact, the hottest peppers in existence to...

  A lipstick taser is a small device that has been designed to look like a tube of lipstick, which can be used to render someone unconscious or even kill them. This taser is also known as an electric stun gun, and they are typically designed as a non-lethal means to stop an assailant. It delivers electric current at 300V to 500V through the target’s body using two metal electrodes positioned at opposite ends of the weapon.  When one trigger is pressed, it will send electricity across both electrodes equally and quickly deplete their charge. They will lose power in seconds, meaning that the assailant cannot inflict any long-term damage. Upon using this gun the attacker has to re-apply to the target's body which can be dangerous if they are in the midst of an attack.  As the charge is depleted, these Tasers do not function and can no longer be used to shock their victims. These weapons typically come with two different types of taser devices: The most common is seen in blac...