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  • What You Don't Know About Pepper Spray
    By: Arthur Plotkin | - Individuals looking for some peace of mind often choose pepper spray. It's inexpensive, easy to operate, extremely effective and doesn't require a permit to use. Despite it's ease of use and purchase, there are probably a number of things you (probably) don't know about pepper spray:

    Pepper spray will stop animals in their tracks! While the spray was designed to stop a human attacker from harming another person, it is just as effective against bears, dogs, and other animals who m ...

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  • Self Defense Products - Do They Work?
    By: Arthur Plotkin | - As the number of violent crimes continue to rise, more people are considering personal self defense products to add a level of security to their day-to-day lives. In response to this increased demand for such products manufacturers of self defense products have upped the production and currently sit atop a multi- billion dollar per year industry. While many people are eager to purchase these devices which provide various levels of self defense, there remains a more cynical sector of the popul ...
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  • A Stun Gun At Hand Can Ward Off A Band
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Learning self defense techniques was an integral part of every boyhood life before being initiated into manhood till not very long ago in some Asian, African, and Western communities and tribes. But with the sudden speeding of civilization into our lives, these ancient self defense art forms are practiced by limited numbers and it has evolved and taken many forms. While some schools emphasize learning such skills even from a young age when they are most vulnerable, so that they lose fear and d ...
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  • Stun Guns "€" Non-lethal Self-defense Within Hand"€™s Reach
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - We are living in a world where people can't get along fine. Everybody sometimes has a reason to hate or injure anybody. Personal protection is something primary if you are in the line of threat. No matter who you are, there are things you got to consider when leaving your home. With tough economic conditions around, the crime rate is on a slight rise all around. You can neither be lax about your protection when you choose to venture out. The job cuts and rising unemployment among the yo ...
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  • Stun Guns And The Art Of Self Defense
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - The thought of being attacked by someone or a group of wild individuals wielding knives and other home made weapons is scary as anything and those of us who have been through such an experience know better to be prepared than to put ourselves in such a vulnerable situation any more. So you would have now purchased your personal protection gear a pepper spray, stun gun, Taser or what not? But the best time to go in for such a purchase is the first time ever that the feeling crosses your min ...
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  • Keeping Kids Safe- Self Defense For Teens
    By: Arthur Plotkin | - The best defense is a good offense. At least that is a popular message most of us have heard at some point in our life. When it comes to self defense for teens or even younger children, the best offense is knowing what to do when faced with a dangerous or threatening situation. While it is impossible to imagine and prepare a reaction for all potential threats, it is possible to learn and practice basic self defense methods to become more confident in your ability to ward off an attacker. Her ...
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  • The Fight Of Your Life- Must Have Self Defense Moves
    By: Arthur Plotkin | - In an ideal world, the closest you will ever get to an attacker will be what you see on television. Unfortunately that is not the case for everyone. All you have to do it turn on the news, read a newspaper or search the web to find an endless list of violent crimes happening each day. Unfortunately the world we live in is not a safe place and everyone should be prepared to defend themselves should a life and death situation arise. Of course, no one should live in a perpetual state of fear, h ...
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  • Self Defense Tools Pepper Gun And Personal Alarms
    By: Karen Abby | - After a few minutes, while threatening me with a knife he quietly demanded my cell phone. Scared to death, I instinctively gave it to him. He made his way off the bus swiftly while I was left in tears.

    In hind site, I should have invested in a personal safety alarm to protect me from threats.

    A personal hand alarm packs an ear splitting, high pitched, head turning alarm usually in the range from 90db to 130db. With these loud attention drawers you will be assured th ...

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  • Why You Need Self Defense Products
    By: Arthur Plotkin | - Some locations are safer than others but the reality is crime can happen anywhere. There are stories of homes getting broken into all around the world, even in gated communities. People get mugged on streets thought to be safe in broad daylight sometimes! While you can't avoid all possibilities of crime, you can take several steps to become better prepared and learn self defense methods.

    Not all self defense methods and techniques involve taking a course and learning how to physi ...

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  • Mace Wireless Home Security System Review
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - We all know how when we come across a product that really works well we are enthusiastic to tell others. Well, that is the case with the MACE Wireless Home Security System. I am sure there are other alarms that work as well but this one is impressive. The article describes my experience with installing this unit for a friend. I hope it helps you in your decision process of buying a home alarm system.

    I had the opportunity to set up and install a MACE Wireless Home Security System re ...

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  • Using Pepper Spray The Right Way
    By: Art Gib | - If you are a woman who has recently purchases pepper spray for self-defense, it's important to remember: it's not enough just to have it with you, you also have to know how to use it correctly! In these violent times, it's not a bad idea to carry protective materials such as mace pepper spray. But studies show that they can do more harm than good if they are not used properly: here are a few tips to help you do it right if the time comes.

    -- Don't mistake the pepper spray for a we ...

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  • 7 Tips Before Purchasing Pepper Spray
    By: Bryan Hough | - Are you thinking about carrying a can of pepper spray for self defense, there are a few things to keep in mind as you compare the different styles. Most people's first question is whether they should choose MACE or pepper spray. In actuality, though, these are the same type of product. MACE is a brand of pepper spray, albeit a highly respected brand.

    Choose the canister of pepper spray that will be the most effective against an attacker. Some types shoot the spray in a finer mist, ...

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  • Information To Help You Choose The Best Defense Spray
    By: Karen Abby | - Not too long ago when you would hear about pepper spray, it had to do with the police using it on inmates in a prison or the military using it on the enemy, but you did not hear much about private citizens using pepper spray.

    More recently, we started hearing about the use of pepper spray, often by a store or gas station owner, especially the ones who are open 24 hours per day and had only one person working over night and into the morning. This was a way to give these employees ...

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  • Ways To Defend Yourself, Your Family, And Your Property--without Killing Anyone Else!
    By: Art Gib | - There are those of us out there who are not remotely opposed to an individual citizen's right to keep and bear arms, particularly for the purpose of defending themselves when it is necessary--but for ourselves, we would rather not level a gun at someone and pull the trigger, knowing we could take a life.

    Whether it's just not in our nature, our constitution (no pun intended), or our personal ethics, we would just not able to do that, even in a moment of desperation.


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  • Everything You Wanted To Know About Pepper Spray
    By: Art Gib | - You made have heard about pepper spray, but wondered if it really works and if so, is it legal for the general public to use? If you are concerned about your own personal safety either at home or on the street and are curious if a spray might be right for you, here's everything you wanted to know about pepper spray to help you decide if you want to add it to your self-defense plan.

    What exactly is pepper spray and how does it work?

    Pepper spray is an organic materi ...

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  • What Is The Difference Between Mace And Pepper Spray?
    By: William Gold | - In recent times many people have found the need to take extra precaution in their personal security and self defense. There are many ways one can further protect him or herself from an attack. There is a market place for weapons and self defense items. Two popular and almost interchangeable items people used for self defense are mace and pepper spray. Both items are weapons in the form of an aerosol mist or stream. The concoction is sprayed at an assailant at which point he becomes incapacitated ...
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  • Protect Yourself Against Bears When Summer Hiking
    By: Art Gib | - The bears have come out of hibernation and are ready to take to the hills. The problem is, people are also coming out of hibernation and are taking to the hills! Encounters with wildlife are common for outdoor enthusiasts in the summertime, and most of the time the animals are innocuous. But what if they're not? Here's what to do if you run into a bear while hiking, and how to prevent such encounters in the first place.

    First of all, it cannot be emphasized enough that bears, whet ...

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  • Stun Guns And Pepper Spray Should Be Legal Everywhere
    By: Carla Mattingly | - Finally there is a means of protection without intent to kill. Being female and 55 years of age I immediately assume that women, children and the elderly were not the driving force to restrict and make it illegal or restricted in certain sates and cities to obtain and possess stun guns. The elderly, the disabled, women and children are the citizens who need protection most will now need to obtain a gun and a gun permit in these states and cities to have personal protection weapons. Good luck wit ...
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  • What Is The Difference Between Mace And Pepper Spray?
    By: Bryan Hough | - If you are considering pepper spray as your self defense weapon of choice, you may be wondering about the difference between MACE and pepper spray.

    Actually, they are one and the same. MACE is just a brand name of pepper spray. In the same way that the actual brand name Kleenex is used to represent facial tissue, the brand 'MACE' has come to represent the pepper spray industry. Originally called "Chemical Mace," and manufactured by a division of Smith & Wesson since the 1960s. To ...

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  • Three Self Defence Tactics That Can Save Your Life
    By: Geaorge Graham | - Self Defense Clique is the premiere social networking site for anyone and everyone interested in the art of self defense. It doesn't matter if you are a fan of judo, weapons, or if you just happen to love UFC, Self Defense Clique is the ultimate online community for anyone passionate about self defense. We offer personal profiles, blogs, forums, breaking news updates, and so much more. Self Defense Clique has taken the best of every other social networking site out there and tailored it to the w ...
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  • Awareness And Preparation Will Help Women Ward Off Attacks
    By: Art Gib | - Kristen was busy thinking about picking up her daughter at day care when she came out of the shopping center carrying her bags of groceries. She would need to hurry over to pick up Katie, and then make dinner before running off to tend to the needs of her ailing mother. If she were lucky, she'd be able to squeeze in a load of laundry or two as well.

    Kristen's mind was swirling with all of these thoughts as she opened the trunk of her car and began putting in her grocery bags. As ...

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  • What Are The Uses For Pepper Spray?
    By: Art Gib | - In today's dangerous world, women and men alike worry about their personal safety as well as that of their children. Keeping guns around the house is a scary proposition since, under even the most secure conditions, a lethal accident could occur. Many folks are choosing to arm themselves with pepper spray instead of or in addition to fire arms.

    The statistics are staggering: 1 in 3 women will suffer a sexual assault of some kind during their lifetimes, 1 in 5 families will fall vi ...

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  • Americans: Why You Must Protect Yourself
    By: Bruce Sergeant | - Crime in America has skyrocketed to never before seen heights. In my estimation, in the first three months of 2009 more Americans have been affected by violent crime than in all of 2008.

    Americans need to protect themselves now more than ever. Self defense products are cheap, easy to use and legal in most states. Some of these include stun guns, tasers, and mace.

    Crime in America has risen to new heights.

    The saying use to be America the Beautiful. H ...

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  • The Firepower Of Pepper Spray
    By: Bryan Hough | - The heat or hotness of chili peppers and consequently pepper sprays is measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHU) or the Scoville scale, named after the American chemist Wilbur Scoville. The presence of the chemical capsaicin is responsible for this pleasant or unpleasant degree of heat, depending on if you are talking to a hot wings connoisseur or an assailant with pepper spray dripping from his face.

    For all you culinary folks or chili eaters, a sweet bell pepper is rated 0, containi ...

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  • Why Should You Carry Pepper Spray?
    By: Bryan Hough | - In the United States violent crime has increased at a double digit rate over the past 2 years.

    *Every 2 minutes someone is sexually assaulted.
    *82% of society will be a victim of a violent crime during their lifetimes.
    *3 out of 4 women are victims of at least one violent crime.
    *Every hour, 16 women confront rapists.

    Due to our law enforcement being stretched to it limits we have to take part in the crusade of good against evil.
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  • Mace Pepper Sprays How To Know If You're Buying The Right Self-defense Product
    By: Phil Washington | - Also known as Oleoresin Capsicum (OC), Mace pepper sprays are one of the widely used self-defense products today. They are affordable, portable, easy to conceal, and when utilized at the right time and place, they can be completely effective in deterring your attacker.

    The Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Mace Pepper Spray as a Self-Defense Product
    If you are worried about the effectiveness of Mace Pepper spray, you should familiarize yourself first with the pros and c ...

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  • Protect Yourself From Dog Attacks - Dog Mace
    By: Joy Fender | - A dog is one of the first few animals that come to mind if you are looking for an animal to keep as a pet. Dogs are very friendly, faithful and can be wonderful as pets but stray dogs are regarded by many as a potential menace and nuisance. You can find stray dogs in every corner of many residential areas.

    At night, you may find dogs barking loudly and disturbing your sleep. You may find them following you, when you are riding your cycle or walking down the lane. If bitten by th ...

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  • Do You Know What Not To Do?
    By: Michael Rao | - There are often many recommendations for victims of stalking as to what they should and should not do. Unfortunately, many of the "should not" tips do the opposite. They incite the stalker or force the activity to escalate. So what should a victim do?

    Myth: "Obtain a restraining order."

    This will give the police documentation that you are experiencing trouble, but should never give you a false sense of security. It's a piece of paper. If your stalker is particularly ...

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  • How Self Defense Products Can Help The Elderly
    By: The Man | - It seems as if almost on an everyday basis that we see on the news where a helpless older person is attacked, robbed, or mugged. Sometimes possessions are taken, sometimes injuries occur, but almost every single time these elderly folks are scared silly for really no reason at all. It is also scary for their loved ones to think of them being treated in such a cruel way simply because they are viewed as unable to defend themselves because of their age.

    Do people get a kick out o ...

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  • Mace Sprays? What Are They?
    By: The Man | - Why would you want to use mace sprays anyway? What is the difference between mace sprays and pepper sprays? Are mace sprays harmful or fatal to humans? If you have ever considered using a self defense spray these might be some of the questions you have asked yourself. When I first considered using mace sprays 10 years ago I had no idea what I was getting myself into. There were so many different kinds of mace sprays to choose from and I had no idea where to start. Now a days there are even mo ...
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  • Stun Guns And Their Physiological Effects
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Have ever watched the TV show Star Trek and heard of the Romulan disruptor stun weapon? Have you ever thought about what it disrupts? Does it disrupt all the molecules in the person on the receiving end of the ray gun? What about a real stun gun? What does a real stun gun disrupt?

    In this article, I will attempt to explain to you what a stun gun does disrupt on the scientific level.

    The basic premise of a stun gun is to disrupt the communication superhighway between ...

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  • Mace Hot Walkers
    By: Lisa Malmquist | - Mace Hot Walkers

    My little sister loves to jog. You can imagine how devastated she was when she heard that a couple joggers had been accosted in our town. She didnt feel like she could safely jog anymore. But she didnt want to give up jogging either.

    Shes an independent kind of girl, so the thought of some pervert controlling her life really made her mad.

    A gun was out of the question. She didnt like them. She didnt think shed ...

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  • Protect Yourself With Pepper Spray
    By: Steve Lane | - Have you ever watched a movie and it becomes scary when you see a woman approaching her car in the parking lot and a man walking up quietly behind her.

    She looks behind because she feels like someone is following her. She begins to walk faster and so does her impending attacker. Now she reaches the car and as soon as she puts her hands on the handle of the car door, he comes up behind her suddenly and puts her in a throat hold.

    What would you do if that were you in ...

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  • Safe Measures For College Campus Crimes
    By: Steve Lane | - I am sure you have heard a lot about crime on college campuses that are getting quite prevalent. Gone are the days when school was safe. Even the elementary and high school public systems are included in this barrage of crimes taking place in the American society.

    College campuses are experiencing rapes, which usually tend to be rapes committed by an acquaintance. A woman should always protect herself against such crimes, but most women do not because they trust the individual tha ...

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  • Pepper Spray: Organic Weaponry?
    By: Steve Lane | - Pepper sprays have received a great deal of attention throughout the past decade. Do they work? How do they work? What do they do?

    Pepper sprays have been used by many people for both professional and personal reasons. They typically work best when you can spray your attacker for a few moments. Pepper sprays are organic in that the main chemical is found in the chili peppers that people consume. They have been called everything from defense spray to mace, but pepper sprays maintai ...

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  • College Safety Must Be A Priority And Planned For Before Getting To The Campus!!!!
    By: kcp001 | - Choosing a college institution is a major decision for students and their families. Along with academic, financial, and geographical considerations, multiple high-profile incidents of campus violence have also made campus safety and security a vital concern.

    It is the responsibility of colleges and universities to protect the lives of their students, faculty, staff, and visitors to their campuses and to create a safe environment. Campus safety departments and campus administrator ...

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  • Being Street Wise Can Save Your Life!
    By: Sharon Rivers | - Trust your instincts. If something or someone makes you uncomfortable avoid the person or leave the area. It's really that simple. Don't stay where you don't feel comfortable. Chances are your instincts are right and alerting you of possible danger.

    Know more about the neighborhoods where you live and work. Find out the locations of police and fire stations, public telephones, hospitals, restaurants, or stores that are open late. If you are ever in trouble it'll be easier to f ...

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  • Helpful Tips On What To Buy For Pepper Spray.
    By: Jared Kelley | - Pepper Spray: When buying pepper spray the things that need to be looked at are the scoville heat units, percentage of pepper and oleoresin from capsicum plants. Remember mace is a name brand not a pepper spray. The product is as equal as any other name brand other than the components in it. Really not a good choice to buy for the reason 99% of mace brand pepper spray does not have oleoresin capsicum which is the leading ingredient that needs to be looked for when buying pepper spray. Pepper spr ...
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  • How To Stay Safe While Jogging Or Walking
    By: Kelly Moran | - When you are out walking or jogging for exercise, it can be very easy to get lost in your own world of thought. You may feel you're safe because of the particular neighborhood that you're in, or because you're not carrying money or valuables. As the number of people engaging in walking and jogging for exercise increases, so does the number of attacks perpetrated on them. It is very important to be aware of your surroundings while jogging or walking. It is far too easy to get into the groove of y ...
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  • Personal Protection And Safety Being Aware And Fighting Back
    By: CHARLES MCLEAN | - Personal protection and safety is a concern for everyone. With personal crime on the rise all over the United States, it does not matter if you live in a big city or a small community; you are at risk. From being mugged at an ATM machine, to being assaulted on your daily run, even familiar places are dangerous. This is because criminals watch for the right moments to attack.

    The number one thing you can do to stay safe is simple. Be aware. This means even when you are in a famili ...

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  • Personal Protection Devices Self Defense For Beginners
    By: CHARLES MCLEAN | - As disheartening as the thought is, it makes sense to carry a personal protection device with you. If you are considering making this decision, you probably have questions. When it comes to self-defense weapons, it is smart to inform yourself on some basic knowledge. In this way, you will be far better prepared to decide which devices and/or weapons are right for you.

    Before you begin, it is essential to ask yourself the following questions.

    1.Is the device/wea ...

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  • Is Mace Spray The Best Form Of Self Protection?
    By: Roy Allen | - There are several different pepper spray types available today for your self-defense protection: a stream pattern, a cone-mist, and a fog. And, when it comes to non-lethal self-defense weapons, pepper spray or mace spray are right up there at the top of popularity for two main reasons: ease of use and effectiveness.

    Mace spray (mace is a brand name) and pepper sprays are extremely effective at impairing vision and breathing. In addition to the type of spray, they both come in a ...

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  • Crime Awareness For Womens Self Defense
    By: Roy Allen | - Womens self defense is an essential part of everyday training for women of every age. Womens self defense classes and training is available in books, seminars, videos, and community classes. Learning a martial art, staying up to date in community crime awareness, or taking a class in pepper or mace spray training can help women everywhere feel less like a target and instill a greater sense of confidence and control in their lives.

    Unfortunately, violence against women is a centuri ...

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  • Using Mace For Self-defense
    By: Roy Allen | - Mace is a registered brand name of a non-lethal self-defense spray, manufactured by Mace Security International.

    Mace, Inc. makes three different formulas of self-defense spray: Triple Action, PepperGard or Pepper Mace, and Pepper Foam. All sprays are meant to be directed into the face of an assailant.

    The word "mace" is often used interchangeably with "pepper spray." Mace Inc.'s Triple Action product combines pepper spray, tear gas and ultraviolet dye for an all-o ...

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  • Personal Protection And Safety Being Aware And Fighting Back
    By: CHARLES MCLEAN | - Personal protection and safety is a concern for everyone. With personal crime on the rise all over the United States, it does not matter if you live in a big city or a small community; you are at risk. From being mugged at an ATM machine, to being assaulted on your daily run, even familiar places are dangerous. This is because criminals watch for the right moments to attack.

    The number one thing you can do to stay safe is simple. Be aware. This means even when you are in a f ...

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  • The Reality Of Womens Self Defense And Child Protection
    By: Roy Allen | - It is an unfortunate fact that in today's society, womens self defense and child protection need to top the list of everyone's priorities to ensure we live in a safer world.

    The problem we face is the mind set that, "It won't (or can't) happen to me." So many women and children are facing danger daily with very little awareness, and they are not armed with the means to help protect themselves.

    Two products come readily to mind: the stun gun taser and Mace spray (pe ...

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  • Mace Pepper Spray. One In Every Six Women Is Assaulted In Her Lifetime
    By: Ralph Winn | - One in every six women is sexually assaulted in her lifetime--that's 17% of the female population. According to the CDC, in this past year alone, 300,000 women reported having been raped, and it is estimated that those reports represent less than 40% of actual rapes. The bottom line is: You need to protect yourself. Mace pepper sprays are excellent means of self-defense.

    Mace brand pepper sprays come in a variety of concentrations and sizes. All Mace pepper sprays contain a partic ...

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