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Even those who carry firearms know they always can’t be carried everywhere. The key here is to have a smaller, more concealable object for safety precaution.
Types of Non-Firearm Weapons
There are items you can carry that are designed to keep anyone at bay or could be small weapons to use in defense.
Most Common Non-Firearm Weapons
- Knives
- Mace/Pepper Spray
- Brass knuckles
- Defense keychains
- Noise alarms
Knives
A knife is one of the most common weapons used in place of carrying a firearm. However, states have varied laws on carrying knives as a method of protection. Legally they must be a certain length, usually no longer than the palm of your hand.
Mace/Pepper Spray
Mace or pepper spray is a more non-violent approach to escaping harm. Women have been known to carry mace or pepper spray because you can spray anyone from a short distance without having to be more physical to protect yourself. Simply spray in the eye area of anyone trying to harm you and you’ll be more likely to get away while their vision is severely impaired due to irritation.
Brass Knuckles
Brass knuckles are more likely to be carried by men, but it’s not unusual for women to carry them too. If you ever have to get physical to protect yourself, these will enhance the physical contact you make.
Noise Alarms
Noise alarms are also a less violent approach to protecting yourself. If you sense any danger near you, sound the alarm with a simple pull or push depending on how it’s made. A really loud noise will come on and bring attention to where you are, deterring any harm so they won’t bring any attention to themselves.
Self-Defense Classes
As a woman, you cannot go wrong with learning physical self-defense. If you’re the type that is typically alone, it could be very beneficial. If any harm comes your way, it could come down to you fighting harm off.
There are different types of self-defense classes women can take:
- Martial arts (i.e.: Tai Kwon Do, Jujitsu)
- Boxing
- Kickboxing
- Wrestling
There are self-defense classes that exist that are catered specifically towards women. Pairing self-defense learning along with concealable objects to protect yourself could keep you safer.
Self-Defense Kits
Black Girls Gun offers self-defense kits containing several non-firearm objects to increase your safety. We offer several different kits tailored toward different women. We offer college girl kits, female realtor kits, and even mom kits. Some kits even include airpods cases and the kits come in different colors.
Don’t Underestmate the Importance of a Firearm
Having smaller, concealable objects should not deter the importance of carrying a firearm. These non-firearm should be thought of as:
- A replacement for when you cannot carry your firearm
- Whenever you cannot conceal your firearm
- Your primary protection if you have not yet purchased a firearm
Visit our site and get more information on purchasing a firearm, self-defense kits, and other supplies and accessories catered to protecting women.
]]>However a Pew Research Center study, found that Black people are still less likely to own guns. About a quarter of Black Americans owned a firearm while 36 percent of white people did in 2017.
If you are considering increasing your safety, consider things such as your emotional stability, living circumstances, and occupation.
Emotional Stability
Women are emotional beings that feel and love deeply. When it comes to firearms, women have to react logically. Too often, people have drawn their firearms over emotional harm and not physical harm.
And make no mistake ladies, you could jeopardize your freedom for the misuse of a firearm. Logical reactions could prevent worse case scenarios such as domestic violence and homicide. According to research by the CDC, 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men experience domestic violence.
Another major issue with firearms and emotional health is that most deaths by firearm are by suicide. CDC research in 2017 concluded that roughly 47,000 people died from suicide and about half of those deaths were by firearm.
Have a mental health check here and there, and don’t be afraid to reach out to a professional. Owning a firearm starts with being mentally capable of owning one.
Living Circumstances
Take a look at your current circumstances of how you live. Certain factors will push the initiative to own a firearm as a precaution. After you analyze your situation, you can determine your level of comfortability when it comes to safety. From there, the decision to purchase a gun will be easier.
Do you live alone?
Do you have children?
Are there any other adults that reside in the home?
Has any recent violence or crime occurred in your neighborhood?
Have you been a victim of a crime whether domestic violence, theft, etc.?
If you purchased a gun, how will it be stored?
There is a growing population of women who live alone. It could be from moving to another area away from family and friends, the loss of a spouse or domestic partner, or simply just being independent. Purchasing a firearm is a good precaution if you ever need to immediately defend yourself.
For ladies with children, if you are going to own a gun, please be strategic about how it will be stored for your children’s safety. If other adults live in your home such as your spouse, you still need to store the gun safely.
If you have experienced a tragic event in the home, or you know events that took place in your neighborhood, owning a gun could bring comfort for you and your family. Keep in mind that even in the middle class and wealthier areas crime could still occur, even though the possibility is less likely.
Your Occupation
There are plenty of women who may work night jobs for many reasons from supplementing income to working in the nightlife industry. With the chances of crime happening during nightly hours, it could be beneficial to carry a firearm
However, make sure you abide by your laws regarding where you can have your gun. Most jobs have security measures in place and you may only need your protection when traveling to and from home or going anywhere else.
If you do decide a gun is for you, take the next steps and get some firearm training. Knowledge and comfort handling a firearm are necessary to responsibly carry.
We’re constantly working to bring you more knowledge about women of color owning firearms.
Soon, our hand picked selection of firearms will be available. We also have self-defense accessories, range supplies, and apparel for sale.
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