Do you have alternative ways to protect yourself if you don’t own a gun yet? It could give you peace of mind and keep you out of harm’s way.
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.