Only-Pepper Spray

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).

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.