When it comes to self-defense training, there are many gimmicks out there, a lot of idiots with naive followers, and, of course, a lot of excellent teachers and thought leaders as well. Sifting through the entire mashup can be the foremost challenge for many just getting into preparedness and self-defense. However, even for those who... Continue Reading →
Being able to mitigate a heated situation before it turns violent is a skill you should have, especially if you go armed. This seems to be of ever-more pressing importance in modern society. It is also of great concern currently, in the midst of this pandemic, where we find seemingly normal people getting irate over... Continue Reading →
After now carrying this exact ASP Key Defender unit for over two years, I have some further thoughts on it and pepper spray in general. As you can see, this unit now has some city miles on it. Being attached to my keys, it takes constant abuse. It has been dropped numerous times on pavement. ... Continue Reading →
I think all armed citizens should carry OC spray as part of their daily carry. As I have written before, even if you are a tough guy that is good with your hands, you should carry spray because it is actually a lesser level of force than putting your hands on someone. If facing a... Continue Reading →
Roughly 80% of assaults each year are deemed less-lethal in nature, but most gun carriers feel that there is no need for a dedicated less-lethal weapon. Go figure. Just like your firearm, a less-lethal tool should be standard carry. I don’t understand the dudes with long beards and sleeve tats that walk around with a... Continue Reading →
Is OC Spray effective? Most of the time it proves an adequate deterrent. Its effectiveness is essentially determined by how motivated and aggressive the attacker is. Most defensive shootings end within only several shots fired, if shots are needed at all. Why? Because criminals don’t like being shot so they decide to make like a... Continue Reading →
While I am primarily a handgunner in the field of personal protection the handgun related skillset is only one among many that a capable individual should be serious about. Many folks within the self-defense community have put together lists of critical skills to have, so this is obviously nothing new. However, what I am trying... Continue Reading →
Roughly 80% of assaults each year are not deemed “lethal” assaults. I have written about this before but I will say it again here: due to the legal concept of disparity of force I believe strong, trained, male defenders should carry a less-lethal option when armed with their handgun even more religiously than a female... Continue Reading →
