What Is Pepper Foam and Gel?
, 08 28th, 2008
Pepper foam combines pepper and foam to create a defense spray. The Mace pepper foam makes it difficult for the assailant to see, and when the assailant attempts to wipe the foam away, pepper is ground into the eyes.
Mace pepper gel is pepper spray that is contained within gel rather than a liquid spray stream. The gel component allows for longer spraying distance, a higher concentration of pepper, and is not flammable—it is tacky and sticks as glue would. Check to ensure it is legal in your area (see previous blog entry).
Is Pepper Spray Legal?
, 08 28th, 2008
Pepper spray is legal in all fifty states. However, you cannot carry pepper spray on an airplane, in carry-on baggage, or in any passenger area. The FAA will allow one container of pepper spray per traveler that is no more than four ounces in your checked luggage only.
There are certain cities and states that have restrictions regarding the purchase, ownership and use of defense sprays. In New York, the sellers must be local pharmacies or licensed firearm dealers. Massachusetts law is the same as New York, with the additional requirement that the buyer must obtain a Firearms Identification Card. Wisconsin will allow straight pepper spray no stronger than a 10% concentrate, but no tear gas, UV dye or combination sprays are allowed; the canister must be between 15 and 60 grams in weight and must include a safety feature. In Michigan, combination sprays are not allowed, CS is the only component of tear gas allowed, pepper spray can be no stronger than a 2% concentrate, and cans cannot contain more than 35 grams. In California, pepper spray canisters cannot be more than 2.5 ounces. Please check with local law enforcement agency to ensure you are aware of the most current legislation and pepper spray regulations.
Pepper Spray in Disguise
, 08 06th, 2008
Pepper sprays that appear to be something else are an ingenious invention that could buy you just the element of surprise you need when an attacker appears.
A pepper spray key chain is probably the most common camouflage, but there are also lipsticks, pens, pagers, and even a ring that can disguise your secret weapon.
Safe Walking and Driving Safety Tips
, 08 06th, 2008
While walking alone, if you sense a problem heading toward you, change your route, and prepare to run and defend yourself. Do not wear conspicuous jewelry, and act confident, maintaining eye contact, which makes an aggressor think twice before approaching you. Carry pepper spray, and know how to use it. If you choose to take public transport, wait in a well-lit area for the bus to arrive and choose an aisle seat once you board so that you can make a quick exit, preferably close to the driver.
If you are traveling alone by car, approach your vehicle with keys in hand and ready to use. Check your car before entering to ensure it is empty, and lock all doors and windows every time you leave the car. Attackers wait for opportunities when someone runs into the store quickly and fails to do so.
Keeping Them in their Cases
, 07 01st, 2008
Part of self defense safety is also keeping your tools out of the hands of children. Something like a Mace baton can come in handy, but you also want to make sure that it will not be used improperly by a child who thinks it’s a toy.
Though pepper sprays are not deadly like guns, it’s still a good idea to keep them out of the reach of small children by either placing them in a secure, locked storage box or putting them in a area that cannot be seen by the naked eye (behind a false wooden panel, perhaps).
A Overview of Pepper Spray
, 07 01st, 2008
Pepper spray is a chemical compound that irritates the eyes to cause tears, pain, and even temporary blindness that is used in crowd control and personal self-defense. The active ingredient in pepper spray is capsaicin, which is a chemical derived from the fruit of plants in the Capsicum genus, including chilis. Long-term effects of pepper spray have not been effectively researched.
A synthetic analogue is used in another version of pepper spray known as PAVA spray which is used in England. Another synthetic counterpart of pepper spray, pelargonic acid morpholide, was developed and is widely used in Russia. Its effectiveness compared to natural pepper spray is unclear and it has caused some injuries.
Pepper spray typically comes in canisters, which are often small enough to be carried or concealed in a pocket or purse. Pepper spray can also be bought concealed in items such as rings. There are also pepper spray projectiles available, which can be fired from a paintball gun.
buy pepper spray
, 05 30th, 2008
Now here’s one good reason to leave your safety worries behind! Thanks to the clever mind behind the wide choices in pepper spray products such as the variation in mace pepper sprays that are now available in the market. With the convenience of online shopping, anyone who has major concerns over defense and safety can buy pepper spray discreetly from home.
These days, nobody should compromise when it comes to safety and protection. Security is such a great gift to give to ourselves and most especially to our loved ones.
mace pepper spray
, 05 30th, 2008
There’s an alarming figure in women being victimized by criminal attacks. You certainly don’t want yourself or someone close to you to be part of the growing statistics in crime. I’ve long been searching for self defense products and proper knowledge to protect myself from any offensive incident. It’s really a relief that there’s a huge variety of pepper spray products just like the ones available in this catalog.
I opted for a mace pepper spray as it has this triple action wherein there’s combination of OC Pepper with CN Tear Gas along with a UV Marking Dye. This kind of pepper sprays work extremely effective and would definitely be a useful instrument in tracking down criminal offenders.
Pepper Shot
, 05 19th, 2008Pepper Shot is a 10% pepper spray rated at 2 million sciville heat units. Pepper Shot is made of a very fine grain that is more affective than a coarser grain of most pepper sprays. Pepper Shot swells the mucous membranes making it very difficult to breath. If shot in the eys it will swell the veins causing the eyes ot close. The affects of Pepper Shot will last up to 45 minutes but no permanent damage will be caused. All the Pepper Shot products have a locking actuator. The tri pack gives you full Pepper Shot protection, Home, Auto, and Personal model. Be safe not sorry.
Mace Pepper Spray
, 05 17th, 2008Mace Pepper Spray comes in a hard case that fits easily in your pocket, purse, or on your key chain. It features a glow in the dark locking safety cap and a keyring. Mace Pepper Spray contains 11 grams and can spray up to 10 feet. You can spray 5 one second bursts which is enough to bring down any size attacker. You can pick from 5 different colors. Mace Pepper Spray is a must for anyone on the go. If your ever involved in a situation you will have easy access to stop an attack that may cause great bodily harm. Shop at the store that cares about your personal protection without breaking the bank.