Where Do You Buy Pepper Spray?

By Marianne R. Brown


You can buy pepper spray at a hardware store, firearms store, even a supermarket, depending on your state laws. Pepper spray is also available for purchase online.Pepper spray's active ingredient is oleoresin capsicum, a chemical harvested or derived from cayenne peppers. When you go to buy pepper spray, keep in mind that some OC concentrations are not as effective as others. As a general rule of thumb, 1-5 percent is the most effective. Any more than that and the concentration will be too thick to atomize. Any less, and the spray will simply not be powerful enough.

There are some exceptions, however. Some pepper spray concentrations can go as high as 10-percent and still be effective. For example, Mace, a company that makes self-defense sprays, offers a 10-percent solution that is well known to immediately incapacitate any would-be attacker. Ask around.The other thing to keep in mind when you go to buy pepper spray is your state's law. Many states have no restrictions on concealing and carrying mace. Other states may require a permit. Still others may restrict what kind of pepper sprays are allowed, require the holder to carry a permit or take classes, or flat-out prohibit pepper spray. Call your local police station and ask them what self-defense items you can carry, and what you will need to do.

Since there are so many sizes and types of pepper spray, you need to think about how and when you might need to use it. There are also pepper gels and pepper foam, having different types of coverages and spray ranges. Sprays range from 10% to 18% strength, and some have identifying dyes and tear gas included in the spray. Also, your state may have restrictions on the type and strength of the pepper spray, so make sure you check. Sizes range from oz. and up. There are sprays that attach to your key chain, some that attach to your car visor, and larger ones to keep in a safe place at home. Whatever size spray you chose, make sure you try a practice spray in a safe place so you're ready if you ever need it.

Where can I get mace? I hear this question all the time and it's one that everyone needs to know the answer to. The problem is everyone seems to wait till usually a crime has been committed and they are scared or worried about their personal security. One of the best and least expensive ways to protect yourself is with mace products, there are several Mace Products and two that really can be lifesavers are the Mace Key Chain Pepper Spray the Mace Pepper Spray Baton which is basically a Kubaton with pepper spray inside ready to unleash. The Mace Pepper Spray Baton is available in five colors; pewter, black, red, blue & purple, the key chain product comes in a variety of colors also.

BUYING FROM AN ONLINE STORE: The only disadvantage to buying from an online store is waiting for the spray to be delivered. Normally, after you place your order, you can expect 3-5 days for delivery. However, there are many advantages to making your purchase online. You can shop around and find the most competitive pricing and discounts. There are several stores online that specialize in only self defense sprays. Many of these have trained staff available to help you determine which pepper spray is right for you, and answer questions about how to use the sprays, etc. When buying online, make certain that you are dealing with a company that knows the product.

HISTORY OF OC: 1973 was the year pepper spray (also known as OC spray) was first manufactured as an aerosol. At that point only law enforcement agencies and the United States Postal Department used pepper spray as an aid to:Control suspects.Keep angry dogs at a safe distance.Defense spray should not be treated casually simply because it is easily available; it is a very powerful substance and should be used with forethought and caution. Pepper spray has the ability to help someone out of a life-threatening situation if used properly.

Mace spray is commonly used for personal defense--it's easy to carry, easy to use, and can be quickly disabling but not lethal. Mace and pepper spray are both commonly used products in police activities, for military use and for personal self-defense. Mace is known as a type of tear gas, while pepper spray is made up of a combination of hot peppers called oleoresin capsicum.

OC spray is manufactured in various concentrations and comes packaged in different types of canisters depending on its planned deployment. Many sprays even have an expiration date. OC sprays often have a shelf life of 2-4 years. Details should be available on the packaging, if not discuss your needs with someone knowledge in self-defense. One of the first decisions you'll make when buying the product is the intensity of the solutions which varies between 1% and 10% with 5% being a good choice.

Most grown-ups come out in office clothes, toting unwieldy bags and hefty suitcases, hands tied to cell phones and personal effects, none of which makes us ready to come face to face with an attacker. We do not step out of the house anticipating trouble. Most adults have desk jobs and little to no self-defense skills. With the mace pepper spray, literally, attackers do not get to come face to face with us.

When it comes to purchasing self-defense weapons it is very important that you DO READ the directions and also become very familiar with your new device. It's very important to spend a sometime learning and getting comfortable with your pepper mace. This can make a huge difference in an attack situation. Knowing how and when to use your Mace Pepper Spray is crucial.




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