Is the Pepper Spray Effective for Self Defense?

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If you are reading this article then you are definitely looking for the best pepper spray; with the increasing crime rate, the demand for non-lethal weapons of self defense has evidently increased. The pepper spray is well-known as one of the most effective and essentially non-lethal weapons for personal defense and safety. Especially, with regards to women, the pepper spray is considered as the best option in terms of carrying the best contingency plan with you at all times. In other words, when someone mentions a good, reliable, and highly effective yet non-lethal weapon of defense, then the pepper spray is definitely hard to beat. It doesn't matter whether you are looking for an effective way to fend off against a potential attacker or you are looking for ways to scare off a potentially dangerous animal, then the pepper spray is definitely a good item to keep with you at all times.

This article will assist you in making the best choice with respect to getting your hands on the best pepper spray of all times; with so many existing brands, it can certainly be a bit of a confusing task to make the best choice in this regards. Before we proceed toward the list of the best pepper sprays, I want to bring an important aspect to your attention. The mere act of carrying and owning a pepper spray will never suffice until and unless you will feel confident enough to actually use this non-lethal weapon of defense. Many people out there carry doubts with respect to the efficacy of the pepper spray; however, one important question in this regard is that if this weapon wouldn't have been as effective then we would have never seen cops carrying this non-lethal weapon; the pepper spray can bring the strongest man down to his knees; therefore, be confident enough to own and carry this self defense weapon.

The pepper spray contains a powerful and rather stingy substance which includes capsaicin which is obtained from cayenne pepper. The substance inside the pepper spray is also known as OC which stands for "oleoresin capsicum". The pepper spray is quite easy to use; all you have to do is spraying the content of the pepper spray in the direction of the attacker's eyes or face and immediately back away as the attacker will be definitely writhing in pain. Last but not least, the pepper spray is perfectly legal to use and own in all states of the United States.

What are some of the Best Pepper Sprays?

  1. The "Sabre" Pepper Gel (Red)
    This is one of the most talked about and definitely one of the best pepper sprays worldwide. Not to mention the fact that it is also the most reviewed one. The unique aspect of this pepper spray is that it contains a gel instead of the traditional and typical pepper spray content. Due to the gel content, the consistency of this spray is higher with regards to the spray-version of the oleoresin capsicum. Moreover, the blowback of this gel pepper spray is less; therefore, it is also safer to use. With regards to the advantages of this "sabre" pepper spray, it has been stated that it excels with regards to accuracy. The gel inside the pepper spray allows for a stronger consistency which further allows the user of the pepper spray to shoot with more accuracy as well as in a straighter line. In contrast to the typical pepper spray, there will be no fear involves of getting spray particles in one's own eyes during the use of the pepper spray. Another advantage of using this weapon is that it is available in the markets and online stores for the best possible price. In fact, this defense tool is available for the fraction of cost which is below $12.

Referring to the shooting and aiming range of the sabre pepper gel, you will be amazed to know that you have an extraordinary long shooting range with this pepper gel spray. If you are looking for a pepper spray which will ensure that you can defend yourself from a longer range, then this is the weapon to go with. You can shoot from at least up to 18 feet which means that you can keep a sufficient distance between you and the attacker. Typically, the pepper spray is made for defending oneself from a close range; however, with this pepper spray, you will be able to maintain a safe distance between you and the attacker. Nonetheless, there are some disadvantages with regards to the sabre pepper gel as well. According to the thousands of reviews, the practice canister has to be obtained separately. There are other pepper sprays in the markets which come with a practice canister; however, for this one, you must purchase it separately. In addition, there have been reports that the canisters are prone to drip. However, a quick remedy in this regard is that you might use a holster to keep the canister. On the whole, the sabre pepper gel is definitely the best pepper spray and is used worldwide.

  1. The Three-In-One Pepper Spray (Sabre)
    Despite the fact that this version of the pepper spray is the traditional pepper spray; yet, this has a rather unique aspect about it as well. You will be surprised to know that this version of the best pepper spray includes tear gas as well as a dye (UV) which will mark the potential attacker. Furthermore, this self defense weapon is not only easy to carry but it has also a decent shooting range to it. Referring to the advantages of this "three-in-one" pepper spray, the greatest advantage is that you will have loads of shots with this (approximately 35 shots); this is one of the greatest numbers of shots that you will get in the market with respect to the best pepper spray. In addition, this pepper spray is available at the best possible price ($10) which makes it easier to buy and equally easier to replace. Moreover, the brand name of "sabre" has maintained its reputation for a long time. Despite the fact that the concentration ratio of the OC is lower as compared to the previously-mentioned pepper spray.

Referring to the disadvantages of this pepper spray, you will need to purchase the holster separately. Another downside of this pepper spray would be the low percentage of OC. Apart from these aspects, this pepper spray has rightfully made its place among the list of the best pepper spray.

Some Final Thoughts on the Pepper Spray…
The mere ownership of an effective self defense weapon, such as the Best Pepper Spray doesn't suffice until and unless the user doesn't know how to make effective use of this non-lethal weapon and effective contingency plan. The best pepper spray can serve as an effective contingency plan only if you keep it at a place from where you can retrieve it easily and immediately. Many women do the mistakes of keeping their weapons, such as the pepper spray in the bottom of their handbags which is totally wrong. During the time they keep rummaging through the bag in search of the self defense weapons, the potential attackers are already too close and the damage is already done. Apart from carrying the best weapons for safety and protection, it is equally important to keep an alert mind while walking home from the office or a friend's house; especially, when one is walking home after a late night party. Keeping a contingency plan with you at all times has become a necessity of the time.

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