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How to Buy The Best Pepper Spray For Self Defense

From Christine Howatt

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No one wants to carry pepper spray. But it’s a necessity these days. Non lethal self defense sprays are the most affordable and the easiest way to protect yourself or a loved one.

You can buy pepper spray online from a reputable online store or on eBay, or you can visit your local hardware store, convenience store, mini-mart, gun store, or even your supermarket, depending on your state laws. Those looking to purchase mace should know that Mace® is actually a brand name of pepper spray and other self defense products, but many people still use the term mace interchangeably.

The ingredients in pepper spray are oleoresin capsicum (OC), a chemical derived from cayenne peppers, mixed in with a liquid solution and then pressurized. When you’re looking to buy spray OC, keep in mind that some OC spray concentrations are more effective than others. You want one that is strong enough, yet still able to spray at some distance. Scoville Heat Units (SHU) are used to measure the heat in the defense spray. A security spray that is rated at 3 SHU is considered to be very “hot”.

Another thing to keep in mind when you make a purchase is the pepper spray laws in your state. Many states have no restrictions on concealing and carrying pepper defense. Other states may require a permit. Still others may restrict what kinds of sprays are allowed, require the holder to carry a permit or take classes, or just totally prohibit this type of spray and other self defense products. Call your local police station and ask them what self-defense products you can carry, and if you need to fill out any paperwork or pay a fee. You can also check the website for your state police. The state laws regarding firearms, which may include pepper spray, stun guns and Tasers, will list out what is allowed and what is prohibited.

Most spray canisters include features such as safety locks to prevent accidental discharge (some glow in the dark), built-in clips to hang on a belt for easy carrying and quick deployment, key rings, molded finger grips, and some of the larger models have a safety pin that needs to be pulled out before using.

The price of self defense spray will vary greatly depending on the brand, size and type. You can get a basic, cheap pepper spray for around $5 that will be effective in some situations or spend $50 or more on a large pepper gel spray canister if you want to protect your home or a larger area. You’ll have to do a little bit of thinking about your personal situation and everyday routine. Figure out when and where you may be most vulnerable, and then purchase the strongest pepper spray available for your needs.

Christine is the owner of Platinum Security Products “Home of the $4.99 Pepper Spray”, offering non-lethal self-defense products and surveillance cameras for home, car, and business.

You can buy the strongest pepper spray available, discount pepper spray, best stun guns for women, small home safes, wireless home security, kubaton mini batons, affordable stun guns, personal emergency alarms, small hidden cameras, fighting/military DVD’s, tasers and more.

“Be Safe, Be Ready” to defend what’s yours.

Sign up for a FREE safety report at her website http://www.platinumsecurityproducts.com.

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