have you ever stopped to think about what you'd actually do if you found yourself in a threatening situation do you know how to defend yourself no matter who you are you should have a personal defense plan the goal of being prepared for self-defense is to incorporate tools and.

Protective steps into your daily schedule without creating a state of perpetual panic that being said it's worth the investment to always be prepared but when you're in the market for new self-defense gear you'll quickly find there are a lot of options out there that's why we put together this list of.

The best self-defense gear and gadgets on the market we've spent many hours researching to narrow this list down to the very best of the best at a variety of price points from small and practical to ridiculous and over the top you're sure to find something to help keep you protected.

Bob arm sdf-12 modular pump action shotgun more known for sporting and hunting guns bob arm doubled down on the tactical shotgun market by standing up bob arm professional with the sdf-12 pump shotgun as its centerpiece offered only in 12 gauge the stf12 is fob arm's take on the revered tactical.

Pump gun designed as a weapon system that can be configured in various different ways to suit the mission it's evolutionary not revolutionary with many refinements and nice design choices to make for a very slick and capable shotgun at its core it's a typical shotgun with a tubular magazine dual action bars and.

A familiar looking trigger group butt stocks for the stf-12 include fixed folding and telescopic options as well as a pistol grip only option for masochists breachers and instagramers all finishing is high quality soft touch and very comfortable a removable top picatinny rail bridges the barrel and aluminum receiver.

Providing a long continuous rail for sights optics and accessories i read in fob arms catalog that the stf-12 can produce three shock groups under two inches at 55 yards from the bench using premium slugs in my opinion the sdf-12 can live up to fob arm's accuracy claims and it certainly shoots better groups than many.

Of its competitors home defenders competitors security personnel and law enforcement officers ought to consider this husky gun as a serious if spendy contender in the pump action shotgun world this is the schrade schf-48 jethro machete bold brawny and built for the.

Backcountry the schf-48 jethro machete is forged from a single slab of tough edge-retaining 3cr13 stainless steel a thick full tang spine drops to meet the razor sharp 10 inch full fine edge forming a massive spear point capable of the toughest piercing tasks chop baton split and process raw.

Material with ease due to the canted blade large belly and forward weighted center of gravity a generous finger choil is provided for increased balance leverage and control making precision notching slicing and cutting a snap the rubberized tpe handle slabs are patterned to channel moisture away from the hand prevent hot spots and keep the.

Blade under your full control at all times comfort is further enhanced by ergonomic finger contours a palm matching spine side curve and handle end flares that ensure a positive grip during extended use front and rear lanyard holes allow cordage to be added for an additional.

Level of security to safely haul jethro on your next adventure snap the blade into its rugged black nylon fiber sheath further secure the knife in place using the hook and loop handle strap carry the schf-48 on any belt or use the included strap with adjustable pad to sling the blade over your shoulder easily lash or strap the.

Knife onto a pack using the plentiful array of grommets and slots designed for hard use in the back country crafted from premium materials and built for a lifetime this is the schrade schf-48 jethro machete the sabre pepper spray launcher home defense kit offers the confidence that.

Your loved ones are protected with maximum strength protection you expect from saber at an even safer distance to deter intruders and allow your family the ability to escape a dangerous situation all with the dependability only the number one pepper spray brand trusted by law enforcement worldwide can provide.

Although accurate up to 66 feet the launcher does not require perfect aim as the projectiles burst into a six foot wide pepper cloud of saber red pepper powder on impact up to 175 feet the pepper cloud creates a severe burning sensation to the facial area coughing and excessive sneezing to help extract or temporarily disable the intruder the.

Impact alone of being hit with a projectile traveling at 330 feet per second will cause intense pain the launcher's compact and lightweight design and ambidextrous grip makes it easy to handle offering no recoil while being loud enough to potentially discourage an intruder featuring a seven round chamber.

Capacity and semi-automatic trigger the launcher can be used to deter multiple threats easy proven and effective the sabre home defense pepper spray launcher kit comes with everything you need so you can protect those close to you at a safe distance pepper spray launcher seven red pepper projectiles magazine two 12 gram co2 cartridges 14 and nerd.

Practice projectiles practice target and training video safety manual and lockable hard storage case designed for speed accuracy distance and increased incapacitation of multiple threats the sabre pepper spray launcher puts home defense in your hands like never before this is the warrior katana series sword i got to run it through everything from.

Baseballs to hogs and you're going to get to see that you know this 41 ounce monsters built off the 1060 carbon steel just like the emperor series just doesn't have all the processes of polishing the blade that the emperor does but this is a beast it is quick sharp and strong in fact let's just take a look at what.

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To be able to wield a weapon and cut an animal of that size in half clean as a whistle is incredible this is the schrade scx5 tactical hatchet the scx-5 is sized as a light duty full tang hatchet perfect for emergency survival rescue and tactical applications the black powder coated quarter inch thick sk5 high carbon steel.

Tang provides exceptional strength culminating in a 3.1 inch razor sharp axe head six steel bolts attach the glass filled nylon fiber handle scales to the tang these are dimpled and contoured to help provide a solid grip the handle's ergonomic shape and size allows you to grip the hatchet at different handle locations.

Depending on the cutting task grip the lower portion of the handle for power strokes go with a high grip when you need greater control move your grip above the handle for slicing such as making wood curls for fire starting material penetration power is afforded by the scx-5's pointed spike angled for maximum impact the hatch's versatility.

Increases as the tang extends through the handle to form an effective prying tool complete with a nail pull notch holes in the tang provide cording options and the slot serves as a valve wrench in emergency situations carry the hatchet at your side in the protective nylon fiber belt sheet with quick access snaps or lash it to gear a lightweight.

Hatchet with an overall length of under 13 inches designed with robust capability crafted from premium materials and built for a lifetime this is the schrade scx-5 full tang tactical hatchet   you.