A Self Defense Stun Gun  for Peace of Mind

It is unfortunate that we live in a world today in which we must be so concerned about personal safety. However, it is the current reality. Personal protection is important for both men and women, and there are products available to ensure one's protection and peace of mind. A self defense stun gun may be a good choice for anyone who fears personal attack at home, outdoors, or even in an isolated work place. There are a variety of shapes and sizes available today, from small pens to cell phone to baton to flashlight and knuckles stun guns.

Women can feel much safer with their own smaller hand held stun gun. Some models are even available in pink for the fashion conscious. These smaller sized stun guns still pack a powerful punch, from 400,000 to 3,000,000 volts of shock. However, while the attacker will lose muscle control and balance temporarily, he will not be permanently injured. The purpose of a self defense stun gun is to allow the person being attacked to have time to run away to safety. Even if the attacker has a hold on the intended victim, the stun gun will not transmit to both people. The stun gun completely incapacitates when it strikes the torso area. Hitting the arms or legs will have less effect, but will allow time for a second shot.

Another nice feature about a self defense stun gun is the loud warning sound it emits. This in itself may scare off an attacker, especially as he realizes that his target is well protected. Some stun guns have as many as five hundred, one second test fires on a single charge which usually lasts ninety days. A rechargeable battery makes rearming the stun gun simple and quick. A pin release strap is a great feature to prevent the attacker from using the stun gun on his prey.

Stun guns are powerful weapons of defense, absolutely necessary and useful for people in potentially dangerous situations. But they are also a source of peace of mind for the man or woman who just wants some extra protection against the totally unexpected. In sizes a small as cigarette cases or pens; or as powerful as double pronged, batons, or knuckles, there is a self defense stun gun for every need and taste. Prices vary from $20.00 to $80.00, a small amount for peace of mind and personal safety. The purchaser needs to be aware of any state restrictions and the possibility of criminal background checks.