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  • The Best Cheap Stun Guns-the Top Five
    By: Jack Krohn | - Self defense products like stun guns are used by military and law enforcement officers all over the world. Does that mean they are effective? I think that is a great endorsement. Yes they work very well.

    Over the years stun guns in particular have made the transition to civilian use making them second only to pepper sprays in worldwide popularity. They work by overloading the muscles forcing them to work super fast depleting them of blood sugars(energy) making the assailant virtua ...

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  • The Differences Between Stun Guns And A Taser
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - We often read headlines in the news about a police officer using a stun gun on someone. Very often, in fact most of the time, the headline is wrong. The officer probably used a TASER device on a suspect and not a stun gun. The terms stun gun and TASER have almost become interchangeable.

    There are many differences between stun guns and a TASER that you should be aware of if you are looking for personal protection devices for self defense. Most people think that a TASER ...

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  • Personal Protection And Traveling Alone
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - Traveling alone makes people vulnerable and open for danger. There are many things that you can do for personal protection to ensure your safety.

    When you are traveling alone and you know you will be alone it is very important to plan your trip in advance. Know where you are going to be, learn the map, determine your transportation and more. If you get a rental car the best thing you can do is get the GPS system. The last thing you want to happen is to get lost from your hotel o ...

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  • Top Ten Myths About Stun Guns
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - We all think we know about Stun Guns and such devices but there has been a great deal of incorrect information spread around about these devices. The following are the top misconceptions about Stun Guns.

    1/ You can cause a heart attack if you use a stun gun on someone.
    A/ False "The frequency and the shape of the pulses generated by stun guns are designed to incapacitate the target by electrically overwhelming his or her control of the skeletal muscles," according to a ...

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  • Self Defense Ã"'"€œ Best Tips
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - There are many things you can do in order to practice proper self defense and personal protection techniques. These things include learning, practice, being aware of your surroundings, and much more. These tips can help to keep you safe.

    There are many tips and tricks you can learn when it comes to self defense. You should learn as much as you can so that when you are approached by an attacker you have what it takes to fight off the person. You can learn through local self defense i ...

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  • Self Defense And The Law
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - There are many factors to be considered when the use of self defense is used. Many states differ with their opinion on what they consider valid self defense. These things include the extent, who it is used on, who is using it, and the reason why.

    The act of self defense is the use of force to defend one's person from an attacker or a threatening situation. The force must be reasonable. Self defense is in place to protect you from being convicted of a crime if you afflict harm on ...

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  • Choosing The Right Hidden Cameras
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - There are many factors associated with choosing the right hidden cameras. You want to consider the color, quality of the image, sensibility to low levels of light, and receivers. These things can help you choose the best camera that works right for you.

    The color of a hidden camera you choose is going to make a big difference. You want the camera to blend in with the location where it is going to be placed. It shouldn't be visible to the people or it will defeat the purpose of havin ...

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  • Types Of Hidden Cameras
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - There are many different types of hidden cameras you might consider if you want to put up surveillance in your home, office, or workplace. These different types include motion detectors, timed cameras, sound activated, nanny cams, and more.

    The motion detector cameras are excellent hidden cameras because they use less energy. They require fewer batteries and are the most cost effective camera you can purchase. This is because they only begin recording when the sensors inside of the ...

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  • How To Use Hidden Cameras
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - Many people purchase hidden cameras and they never install them properly because they really didn't learn how to use them properly in the first place. If you are thinking of purchasing cameras then you need to know how to use them. Here are a few things to follow.

    The first thing you need to do is determine the type of video you are hoping for. Do you want to record the video to an SD card and then view it later? Do you want the video to be put out to a monitor so you can watch it i ...

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  • Reasons To Use Hidden Cameras
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - There are many reasons to use hidden cameras. Many of the reasons take place at work, at home, in a parking lot, and much more. Protecting yourself, your family, and your property is the best thing you can do and hidden cameras can assist you with that in many ways.

    Hidden cameras can be placed almost anywhere and be used for almost any reason. They are small and can fit in little places while they blend in with the environment. They can be motion detected, sound activated, can be b ...

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  • Benefits Of Hidden Cameras
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - There are many benefits of hidden cameras you might consider if you are having trouble with things going missing, suspect a poor babysitter, someone tampering with your car, and other things. The benefits include catching the criminals, wireless capabilities, hidden, and much more.

    The hidden cameras are excellent choices because they are hidden. People don't suspect them because they are not in sight. When there are not cameras in view then people are more prone to act as themselve ...

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  • The Economy And Its Affect On America's Crime Rate: Past & Future
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - In the 1990s the crime rate in the U.S. dropped dramatically in all significant categories, including violent crime and property crime. Some experts attribute this drop to the strong economy that existed throughout most of the decade, when the per capita income increased by as much as 30% and the unemployment rate dropped by 2%.(1) These numbers have pushed many experts in the field to speculate on the potential effects that today's recessed economy will have on the crime rate for the foreseeab ...
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  • The Top 3 Things You Can Do To Stay Safe
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - In these troubled economic times we are all on edge. Some statistics are showing the crime rate to be rising and many attribute that to our economic meltdown. Less work available, less money in everyones pockets and some people taking drastic measures to get money. Too many people are taking the Desperate times call for desperate measures saying to a whole new level by resorting to acts of crime. Do not fall victim to a crime.

    Below are the top 3 things you can ...

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  • 10 Easy Steps To Prevent A Home Burglary
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - 1/ Make sure there are no shrubs or trees blocking the view of windows and doors.

    When shrubs and trees block the view of windows and doors it gives a burglar a place to hide while they are trying to break into your home. Nobody passing by will be able to see them as they are attempting to break in.


    2/ Install motion sensor lighting around the perimeter of your home.

    Exterior lighting is one of the best defenses against a home break in at night. The ...

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  • Types Of Self Defense
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - There are many different types of self defense you should learn how to use if you are looking for methods of personal protection. These different types of defense include pepper spray, stun guns, and tasers. These are very effective methods of disabling a person so you can run away.


    Pepper spray is a self defense spray that is made of cayenne pepper. This spray is in an aerosol can and sprays in foams and even streams. This solution burns so bad that it will cause temporary d ...

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  • Dating Tips And Personal Protection
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - There are many things to consider when you are going out on a date. Many women go on blind dates all of the time and they don't realize they are hours away from being raped when they could have seen the signs, used personal protection products, and done things differently.


    Dating is when you first get to know someone. It is common for most people to know nothing about their date the first few times they go out. They are in vulnerable situations. The first few dates are often ...

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  • Women's Self Defense And Blind Dates
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - A blind date can turn in to one of the most dangerous situations a woman finds herself in. Most of the time the date is arranged by a friend that we probably trust. We cannot help but have that expectation of Maybe this is Mister Right.

    Too often we throw caution to the wind and disregard the unpleasant possibilities that might happen if we don't take the proper precautions. We always want to believe that something bad will not happen to us. Its' human nature ...

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  • Women's Self Defense And Traveling Alone
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - Traveling alone is a very common time when women are attacked. There are many ways to protect yourself if you find that you are often alone. You should carry products like pepper spray and stun guns with you so you can be prepared if anyone should ever approach you or make you feel threatened.

    Traveling alone is the most vulnerable time for a woman because that is when attackers like to strike. You may have nights that you are required to work late in the office. Your car may be ...

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  • Stun Guns Vs. Pepper Spray
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - It is very common for people to wonder what the differences are between stun guns and pepper spray. There are legal differences as well as effectiveness differences also. Some of the things you should keep in mind when you are looking for self defense or personal protection products include how close you have to be to an attacker to use them, legalities, size, immobilization capabilities, and much more.

    Stun guns are not legal in all states. There are some cities and states that th ...

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  • How To Use A Stun Gun
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - It is very common for people to purchase stun guns but have no idea how to use them when the time comes that you need one. Knowing how to properly use your stun gun will give you more confidence when you are out at night and alone. Here are a few tips to help you with using a personal protection device like this for self defense.

    Always read the brochure of a stun gun when you first purchase it. This will help you recognize the different features. Most stun guns are straight or cur ...

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  • How To Use A Taser
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - If you have purchased a TASER C2 then it is very important that you know how to use it properly so you can have the best self defense possible. There are many things about a TASER you should know so you can use it effectively against an attacker. The first step, of course, is to read the directions and Owner's manual that came with the TASER you purchased. Also, most importantly, take the time to review the included Training DVD that comes with every TASER C2.


    The TASER C2 m ...

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  • Cell Phone Stun Guns Let You Reach Out And Really Touch Someone
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - Cell phone stun guns are one of the best devices for self defense. They do not look like a standard stun gun, have a high voltage, and they are very effective for providing personal protection.

    Stun guns were designed to provide personal protection. They are non lethal and they provide self defense for people who may be facing a possible attacker. They are not harmful in any way and cannot kill someone. The biggest problem with stun guns is that people who use them often shove them ...

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  • Things You Should Know About Stun Guns
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - If you are looking for total personal protection and self defense devices there are many things you should consider before you make a purchase. Stun guns don't work the same on everyone, they will not kill anyone, most people can use them, and much more. Learning the facts about stun guns may help you make a decision if purchasing one is right for you.



    A stun gun is an electrical device designed to send electrical signals into the body and mess with the way the brains ...

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  • How Stun Guns Work
    By: Jim Wilkinson | - When you purchase a stun gun it is important to understand the mechanics and the principles behind the operation of a stun gun. This will help you manage the personal protection device and use it most effectively for self defense.



    Stun guns work to disrupt the body's electrical pulses that are sent from the brain to the limbs and other parts of the body. When a body is functioning properly, electrical signals or neurotransmitters are sent from the brain to make every ...

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  • The Most Wanted Guide To Buy The Best Stun Guns
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Self defense is inevitable for everyone living on this planet. Experts say that if we want to lead a peaceful life, we have to be prepared to tackle the worst situations of life. Though it is important to be prepared to meet the worst conditions of life, many of them just ignore the need of self defense items such as the stun guns. According to them self defense items such as stun guns are only for people who have lots of enemies or people who are well known to the world. The true fact is that t ...
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  • 3 Most Wanted Tools For Self Defense
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - The need for self defense is often underrated by most of the people out there. Many of them think that they are good in avoiding trouble, and there is no need of learning self defense techniques or buying the self defense items. Crime waves are wide spread in this modern world, and threatening surprises are everywhere you go. We are not trying to make you get frightened about the society; instead, we just need you to be aware that you too are exposed to the treats in the public. The threaten ...
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  • Stun Guns-the Definitive Guide
    By: Jack Krohn | - Stun guns get a lot of attention in the press-some of it is even good! Self defense products like stun guns save lives. Just a fact!

    They provide a non lethal alternative in self defense. Some people have a difficult time dealing with the moral issue of using a lethal weapon in defending themselves, family and property.

    If you have made a conscious decision to get a stun gun that may be the easy part. Deciding on the right one can be confusing.

    Stun ...

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  • Tips To Protect Your Identity From Identity Thieves
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - With more and more people plugging up to the Internet, many of them are discovering the ease of online shopping. However, some net neophytes do not know there are scammers all over the web ready to jot down your credit card number, name, address, age, date of birth, or social security number if newbies do not take precautions to safeguard their information.

    Identity theft is all around us. A moment of carelessness on your part translates into an opportunity to steal your identif ...

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  • Arming Students With Defense Weapons
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - April 16, 2007 changed the face of the security of our college campuses forever. The terrible tragedy at Virginia Tech redefined our views of student safety while they are on campus. It has also raised some questions. Could this have been prevented? Could crimes against students on campus be prevented? What steps can the administration of the universities take to ensure the safety of their students? Should students be allowed to be proactive and carry pepper spray, stun guns, air Tasers or ...
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  • How To Tell If A Car Up For Sale Is Stolen
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Not all stolen vehicles are stolen and stripped for parts. Many are resold to unknowing and unsuspecting buyers. You can be arrested if you knowingly purchase a stolen vehicle. If you buy a stolen car unknowingly, you could lose the car and your money. Avoid becoming the car thief's second victim by following these tips:


    Be on the lookout for any deal that seems "too good to be true".

    When buying from a private individual, make sure his name matches the titl ...

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  • Thirty Ways To Deter Car Theft
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Fact: a vehicle is stolen every 25 seconds in the U.S. New vehicles are not the only targets, but older vehicles are actually a fan favorite because most of them are easy to steal, and its parts are in high demand. A vehicle that is stripped and its parts sold are actually worth 2 to 3 times the value of the car intact. No vehicle or anti-theft device is 100 of all vehicles stolen had the keys in them.

    Lock up your car. Approximately 50% of all vehicles stolen were left unloc ...

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  • Perps Go South Of The Border
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Mexico is a country decorated with sandy beaches, beautiful bronze-colored bikini clad women, and Tequilas under the sun. It is also a country known as a safe haven for individuals accused of very serious crimes. The resort towns of Cancun and Puerto Vallarta are two points of preferred interest for all criminals alike.

    History has shown that many criminals choose Mexico as a country where they feel they can avoid the long arm of American law. Max Factor heir, Andrew Luster, was l ...

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  • American Prejudices Against Asians
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Prejudice exists on many different levels and in every single culture to some degree. This prejudice seems particularly prevalent within the borders of the United States, especially when it comes to immigrants or "non Americans." Asians are feeling this racial prejudice very strongly, particularly when celebrities on the television, such as Rosie O'Donnell, make jokes and slurs against Asians on national TV as she recently did on her show, "The View." This can only add fuel to an already ragin ...
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  • So You Want To Become A Bounty Hunter, Eh?
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - You have heard it in the movie Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back when Boba Fett, a bounty hunter, arrested Han Solo and encased him in carbonite leaving him in suspended animation.

    Just exactly what is a bounty hunter? What do they do?

    A bounty hunter (a.k.a. bail enforcement agent, bail agent, bail officer, fugitive recovery officer, or bail fugitive recovery specialist) is a person who arrests fugitives for compensation. In general, the "hunt" for a fugitive i ...

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  • The C2 Taser - The Latest In Civilian Stun Guns
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Taser International recently released the latest consumer stun gun - the C2 Taser. This Taser gun was specifically designed to be used by the general public to protect themselves in case of an attack. It has nearly the same amount of stopping power found in police-issue Tasers, but it is lighter and friendlier to use. Unlike many personal stun guns on the market, the C2 is not shaped like a gun. It's more like an electric razor. Its unique shape means that attackers are less likely to reali ...
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  • First Home Security Top 2 Personal Protection Products
    By: Kim Peters | - If you have ever been the victim or near-victim of a crime, it is natural to feel unsafe for a bit and be wary. In fact, even if you have never been the victim of a crime but just watch the evening news and see that there is danger, you may feel unsafe. Despite these unsafe feelings, many people still don't want to buy guns, knives or other dangerous weapons that they are untrained to use. That doesn't mean, though, that you can't buy other self-protection items that can aid you in case of an em ...
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  • Top 2 Personal Protection Products
    By: Kim Peters | - If you have ever been the victim or near-victim of a crime, it is natural to feel unsafe for a bit and be wary. In fact, even if you have never been the victim of a crime but just watch the evening news and see that there is danger, you may feel unsafe. Despite these unsafe feelings, many people still don't want to buy guns, knives or other dangerous weapons that they are untrained to use. That doesn't mean, though, that you can't buy other self-protection items that can aid you in case of an em ...
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  • How To Prevent Identity Theft
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - One of the most prevalent crimes in America right now is identity theft. The victims of this crime can attest that taking the time to prevent the thieves from stealing your identity is far better than trying to clean up the mess after the fact.

    These thieves are very clever so you must constantly be on guard with all your personal information. There are very few people that need to have all your information. So keep it heavily guarded.

    There are a few extra preca ...

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  • Nunchaku Sparring
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - The last 10 years or so, there has been a new martial art that has made a lasting impression on the European community. It is called nunchaku-do or loosely translated "the way of the nunchaku."

    The nunchaku is a martial arts weapon that consists of two sticks connected at their ends with a short chain or rope. Nunchaku-do, though not popular yet in the U.S., has been growing at a steady pace in Europe.

    Ever since the days that Bruce Lee flashed this elegant weapon ...

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  • How To Prevent Auto Theft
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Auto theft happens all of the time, everywhere in the world. However, there are vehicles that are more of a target to auto thieves than others. You can take several measures to protect your vehicle from getting stolen and it does not take much effort or money. Just like your home, your car could be an easy invitation for theft of various types. Thieves do not normally just randomly walk up to a car and steal it. The smart ones search for the easiest vehicle to steal so they will have less c ...
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  • Network Marketing Involves No Selling
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Tired of the 9-to-5 rat race? Tired of making your boss rich while you do all the work? Interested in starting your own business and making yourself rich? Have an idea for a business opportunity? Did you find a business opportunity that looks "promising?" Does it involve "no selling?"

    Time and time again, there is somebody we know who has approached us with the "perfect" business opportunity that claims that there is "NO SELLING" involved. Then our friend or family member cl ...

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  • Evaluating The London Bomb Scene
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Friday, June 29, 2007 marked another day in London's history in which a terror scare rocked the people of this city. Fortunately, nobody was hurt unlike the last bombing that struck a London public transport system nearly two years ago next week. Two car bombs were discovered and quickly defused by a Scotland Yard bomb squad. Now the hunt goes on to find the perpetrators who could have caused such mass destruction of innocent lives.

    If these car bombs did explode, how do forens ...

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  • How Does Chris Benoit's Mind Matter To A Forensic Psychiatrist?
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - It is a sad week this week in wrestling entertainment sports when a professional wrestler and his family were found dead in their Atlanta home.

    Wrestling superstar Chris Benoit (pronounced ben-WAH), his wife Nancy, and their 7-year-old son Daniel were all found dead in their house on Monday, June 25, 2007. Investigators were called to the scene of the crime to determine exactly what happened.

    One of those investigators looking over the crime scene is a forensic psy ...

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  • How To Stay Safe When Traveling
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - The most vulnerable time in your life when you are most likely to be a victim of an attack is when you are traveling in an area not very well known to you. Travelers are the focus of many criminals of the world for the following reasons:


    Travelers are unarmed and don't carry weapons. It is illegal to bring many weapons on public transportation such as buses or airplanes. Criminals know this too well and single out the tourist.
    Travelers are easy to spot. Travele ...

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  • Stun Gun - 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 bet ...

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  • Review Of The Stun Master Hot Shot Stun Gun
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - One of the coolest things I like about the
    NinjaCOPS website is their variety of products.
    They have everything from stun guns to pepper
    spray, butterfly knives to nunchaku, and key
    chains to flashlights.

    A cool product that has been on the market for
    some time now is the Hot Shot stun gun made by
    Stun Master products. This nice little stun gun
    is very small and compact and is very easily
    concealable.

    ...

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  • Telescopic Stun Baton Product Review
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - The latest stun gun debuting on the market is the
    Telescopic Stun Baton (SM-FLEX). This cool
    looking item has multiple functions and several
    advantages over other Stun Master stun guns.

    For one, this item functions as a flashlight.
    This is definitely a must have. No other stun
    gun baton we have in stock has a flashlight
    feature.

    Secondly, this item has a personal alarm. The
    personal alarm is perfect in an e ...

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  • Stun Gun Devices
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - Stun guns are an increasingly popular self
    defense tool especially among women. Stun guns
    are not lethal like firearms and not lacerative
    like knives. These stun guns have the ability to
    put down an attacker with a simple push of a
    button. It is the voltage in stun guns that can
    put down an attacker.

    What is a stun gun?

    Traditionally, a stun gun is a handheld device
    that has a trigger and two metal prongs at ...

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  • Keep A Fresh Battery For Your Stun Gun
    By: Fabiola Castillo | - If anybody has ever watched the TV show Star
    Trek and has wondered what would happen if
    their phaser pistols failed to fire? Or in a
    sense, "run out of ammo."

    Did Mr. Spock forget to stick his phaser pistol
    on the charger the night before?

    Similarly, what would happen if you were walking
    down the street in the middle of the night with
    your stun gun in hand and forgot to test it
    before leaving the house earlier ...

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