Pepper Spray Is Just One Part Of Self Defense
Posted on February 23, 2008 - Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment
A lot of people have been promoting pepper spray as the solution to all your self defense needs, whether you’re a single woman or a beat cop. Problem is, while pepper spray is useful in close combat it isn’t the definitive problem solver it’s made out to be.
Pepper spray is a chemical compound that is used for riot control and personal self defense, and has been used effectively against enraged animals. The active ingredient in pepper spray is capsaicin, which causes an intense burning pain that irritates the eyes. Few people can stand up against someone wielding pepper spray, but like firearms, pepper spray breeds a false sense of security. When you look at self defense as a whole you will quickly realize carrying pepper spray isn’t enough.
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