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The Advantages of Non-lethal Self Defense Products

When considering self defense products, while it may be tempting to go out a buy yourself a gun- particularly if you’ve been the victim of a violent assault, there are some very serious reasons to consider choosing a non-lethal self defense product such as pepper spray, a stun gun, and/or a personal alarm device. The primary issue of concern is for your own safety and for the safety of your loved ones, and when evaluating the safety of any home environment, the presence of a gun in the home increases the odds of accidental gun shooting by virtually 100%. Simply put, you should consider that any weapon you store in your home or carry on your person could potentially be taken away from you and used against you. For this reason alone, non-lethal personal protection devices are a far more practical choice for you and your family.

Other reasons include the fact that guns are difficult to use, especially for children and elderly, and should be stored away in a safe, which isn’t very useful in the event of an intrusion. Guns are also a permanent solution to a temporary problem, particularly if your assailant is a personal family member or innocent animal.