subject: Pepper Spray Products-why They Are So Popular [print this page] Not many people realize that the origins of modern day pepper spray go back thousands of years to when the Chinese first put hot spicy peppers inside a container to throw at their enemies. Pepper sprays have come a long way since then of course. They have been used by law enforcement agencies and even military units successfully for decades.
The next time you see an image on TV of a crowd that's out of control you will more than likely see a military unit or law enforcement agency using pepper spray to disperse the crowd. Police officers all over the world carry some kind of pepper spray on their utility belt. Even postal carriers carry pepper sprays for defense against dog attacks.
Pepper sprays are one of many products use for self defense that provide a nonlethal alternative to deadly force. Their purpose for consumers is to allow them time to get away from a deadly situation and seek help. Self defense products do that in a variety of ways. Pepper sprays are one of the most effective. Maybe that's why they are the most widely used self defense product in the world.
Here's why they are so popular.
1. They have a long track record of success.
2. They are on average close to 90% effective.
3. They are small, easy to carry and conceal.
4. They are the cheapest self defense products you can get.
Pepper sprays use a 10 percent concentration of oleoresin capsicum or OC for short. That is a powerful derivative of cayenne pepper one of the hottest in the world. When an assailant is hit with a one second shot of OC his mucous membranes start to swell which makes breathing very difficult. He experiences a great deal of pain, coughing and choking. And you may be subjected to some nasty language from the assailant.
When are you getting some?
If you think crime can only happen to the other guy you are wrong. The "other guy" is thinking the same thing and to him you are that "other guy". There is a reason why they call it self defense. You have to protect yourself, your family, your home and business!!
Chances are if you are reading this that crime has touched your life in some way or you consider yourself at risk. Take the next step and do something to protect yourself! Your life and safety is worth far more than the cost of self defense course.
If you are in the market for a self defense product look for quality, effectiveness, and a biggie-LEGALITY. Stun guns are not legal in some states. Pepper sprays have restrictions in some jurisdictions. Check with your local police department first before you get one.
