Tag Archives: self defense weapons
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9 Reasons Preppers Should Own Mace
Sometimes preppers put too much emphasis on guns when oftentimes Mace is the better choice for self-defense. Mace, the biggest brand name of pepper spray, can be just as effective as a gun and poses much less risk for the user, making it a great item to have as an everyday carry. Don’t believe me?… Read More
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8 Non-lethal Weapons for Self-Defense
Not every dangerous situation calls for deadly force, which is why having access to different non-lethal weapons is useful for self-defense. Now, firearms are great survival weapons, but exercising your 2nd Amendment rights is prohibited in certain “gun-free” zones. Plus, there are plenty of folks who choose not to carry a gun with them for one… Read More
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5 Cool Uses for Your Survival Knife
A good survival knife is one of the best tools to have on hand during an emergency. Too many people think that someone who chooses to carry a knife outside of the kitchen must be some kind of maniac. They assume that knives must be used as weapons simply because they can be used as… Read More
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How to Choose the Best Survival Axe
Is the survival axe on your list of must-have gear? When it was first developed by Native American Indians, the hatchet axe had a wooden handle and a head made of stone. Over time, updates to this primitive design have made axes and hatchets much more efficient and useful tools for survival situations. Still, like… Read More
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17 Futuristic Weapons You’ve Got to See to Believe
Even though I’m a fan of “old-school” weapons, I have grown to appreciate some of the futuristic weapons that are around today. Even in times of peace, militaries all over the world are working on some pretty impressive weaponry. And while it’s frightening to think of these weapons ever being used against us, I’d be… Read More
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6 Dreadful Advanced Weapons the Military Might Use Against Us
A few years ago, I was doing some research on advanced weapons and learned about 6 new “less-lethal” tools that all sound like something out of a comic book. Each of these weapons is designed to control crowds and clear streets in the event of a violent protest, or general civil unrest. Could they be… Read More
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How to Sharpen Your Knife in a Survival Situation
Having a knife on hand is an absolute must during a survival situation. A good survival knife can help you catch food, build shelter, and defend yourself from attacks. Unfortunately, this use will cause the knife to go dull, which means you’ll also need a way to sharpen it. How to Sharpen Your Knife in… Read More
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7 Amazing Spy Weapons You Can Own in Real-Life
You don’t have to be James Bond to get your hands on these cutting-edge spy weapons. Now, I never go looking for trouble, but that doesn’t mean I’m naïve enough to think trouble won’t ever find me or my family. Perhaps you’ve heard the recent story about the woman who was attacked by a sexual predator… Read More
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How to Survive a Violent Protest or Riot
Sad to say, but recent changes in our country have made it necessary for people to learn how to survive the chaos of a violent protest. Now, I firmly believe in every citizen’s right to protest and peacefully assemble, but the key word there is peacefully. Most of the protests occurring these days are more… Read More
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Most of us are aware of the typical uses for bleach, but many preppers haven’t thought to pack bleach into their bug out bags once SHTF. However, once I introduce you to some of the amazing things bleach can do in a survival situation, I’m betting you’ll want to add a jug of bleach to your… Read More