Ladies, have you ever found yourself in the position of needing a small discreet self-defense weapon? And I don't mean pepper spray. Pepper spray is fine but someone who is out to harm you, will be expecting pepper spray especially from the ladies.
Here is something that has more of a punch and is legal in most states. It's called a Kubotan. This little weapon of defense is small discreet and it can come as a key-chain. So there isn't any digging into a purse to find it. Giving you the precious time to protect yourself.
This weapon, called the Kubotan, first came into use through the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPD discovered it after Grandmaster Takayuki Kubota introduced it to them in the 1970s. They used it to control uncooperative prisoners, and eventually it made its way into the civilian setting, too. It's very effective because it looks completely innocent. In fact, its masquerade as an oversized keychain ornament hides the fact that this weapon uses pressure points as a finger might, and can also be used on bony parts of the body like a forearm to disable an attacker. Wherever it's used, the attacker will be hurt and (hopefully) be put off.
This "weapon" is considered to be nonlethal, but state laws vary and you should check to make sure you can use the Kubotan before you buy. If you purchase and use it, you may be charged with felony assault if it's not legal in your state.
Another great thing about the Kubotan is that you don't really need a background in the martial arts in order to use it successfully. You should have some self-defense training and knowledge, though. The tool is meant to hurt the attacker, so you can strike the attacker in sensitive areas, "crush" bony areas of the body, and otherwise disable the attacker. The Kubotan at the very least gives you the ability to hold your own against an attacker. You don't need much training to use the weapon, but to get some training in self-defense techniques in order to use it most effectively.
The Kubotan is usually five to six inches long and is made of wood, plastic or metal. Shaped like a tube, it has a taped or flat end. It helps to "reinforce" your fist so that you won't break your hand if you have to defend yourself by punching.
Let's take a look at the following situation to demonstrate its usefulness.
Let's say you're walking home at night, when a potential attacker accosts you and tries to grab you. By using the Kubotan, you can cause pain in his hand so that he is put off. If he tries to kick you, you can then use the Kubotan to block his kick. Again, the point is to inflict pain that will temporarily disable your attacker.
It's very easy to learn how to use the Kubotan, and you can do so quickly. It's also inexpensive, costing just five to six dollars.
Deceptively small, this powerful defense weapon can give the smallest woman an advantage over a bigger attacker. Remember the old saying, "The bigger they are, the harder they fall"? In part, the Kubotan gives you this advantage because it gives you the element of surprise. The attacker won't know what hit him until it's already happened.
Again, check with your state before you buy a Kubotan to make sure it's legal to do so. If it is illegal in your state, you can still use another item in its stead.
The next time you find yourself in a situation whereby you have to defend yourself against a physical attacker, perhaps the Kubotan can help you do just that.
Here is something that has more of a punch and is legal in most states. It's called a Kubotan. This little weapon of defense is small discreet and it can come as a key-chain. So there isn't any digging into a purse to find it. Giving you the precious time to protect yourself.
This weapon, called the Kubotan, first came into use through the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPD discovered it after Grandmaster Takayuki Kubota introduced it to them in the 1970s. They used it to control uncooperative prisoners, and eventually it made its way into the civilian setting, too. It's very effective because it looks completely innocent. In fact, its masquerade as an oversized keychain ornament hides the fact that this weapon uses pressure points as a finger might, and can also be used on bony parts of the body like a forearm to disable an attacker. Wherever it's used, the attacker will be hurt and (hopefully) be put off.
This "weapon" is considered to be nonlethal, but state laws vary and you should check to make sure you can use the Kubotan before you buy. If you purchase and use it, you may be charged with felony assault if it's not legal in your state.
Another great thing about the Kubotan is that you don't really need a background in the martial arts in order to use it successfully. You should have some self-defense training and knowledge, though. The tool is meant to hurt the attacker, so you can strike the attacker in sensitive areas, "crush" bony areas of the body, and otherwise disable the attacker. The Kubotan at the very least gives you the ability to hold your own against an attacker. You don't need much training to use the weapon, but to get some training in self-defense techniques in order to use it most effectively.
The Kubotan is usually five to six inches long and is made of wood, plastic or metal. Shaped like a tube, it has a taped or flat end. It helps to "reinforce" your fist so that you won't break your hand if you have to defend yourself by punching.
Let's take a look at the following situation to demonstrate its usefulness.
Let's say you're walking home at night, when a potential attacker accosts you and tries to grab you. By using the Kubotan, you can cause pain in his hand so that he is put off. If he tries to kick you, you can then use the Kubotan to block his kick. Again, the point is to inflict pain that will temporarily disable your attacker.
It's very easy to learn how to use the Kubotan, and you can do so quickly. It's also inexpensive, costing just five to six dollars.
Deceptively small, this powerful defense weapon can give the smallest woman an advantage over a bigger attacker. Remember the old saying, "The bigger they are, the harder they fall"? In part, the Kubotan gives you this advantage because it gives you the element of surprise. The attacker won't know what hit him until it's already happened.
Again, check with your state before you buy a Kubotan to make sure it's legal to do so. If it is illegal in your state, you can still use another item in its stead.
The next time you find yourself in a situation whereby you have to defend yourself against a physical attacker, perhaps the Kubotan can help you do just that.
About the Author:
R. G. Hinson gives common sense self defense advice about the kubotan and other no frills, low cost tools for personal protection. Get your free copy of the 105 Ways to Keep Yourself Safe in an Unsafe World. Visit Elephant Safety Shop now to take advantage of this limited time offer.
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