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Mace 10% PepperGard, Leather
Plus Pepper Spray Attractive model fits easily in pocket or
purse. Features glow-in-the-dark locking safety cap and keychain. 15
gram unit sprays up to 10 feet. Contains 5 one second bursts. 80184
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Mace 10% PepperGard, Pocket
Model Pepper Spray easy aim feature makes
this model ideal for emergency use. Compact design and finger grip
dispenser fit comfortably in woman's hand. 15 gram unit sprays 6-12
feet. Contains 5 one second bursts. 80171
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Mace 10% PepperGard Personal
Pepper Spray Ideal for outdoor activities including walking or running.
Belt clip holds unit in place for quick access. Velcro-like attachment
fastens unit onto bike or in car. Features flip-top safety cap, finger
grip dispenser and keychain. 17 gram unit sprays 8-12 feet. Contains 10
one second bursts. 80153
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Mace 10% PepperGard Police
Model Pepper Spray Same size model used by law enforcement personnel.
Ideal for auto or home use. Velcro-like attachment included. Features
flip-top safety cap, finger grip dispenser, belt clip and keychain. 17
gram unit sprays 8-12 feet. Contains 10 one second bursts. 80170
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Pepper Spray Information
Pepper
spray (also known as OC spray from "Oleoresin
Capsicum", OC gas, or capsicum spray) is a lachrymatory agent (a
chemical compound that irritates the eyes to cause tears, pain, and
even temporary blindness) that is used in riot control, crowd control
and personal self-defense, including defense against dogs. The active
ingredient in pepper spray is capsaicin, which is a chemical derived
from the fruit of plants in the Capsicum genus, including chillis.
The
HPLC (High Pressure Liquid Chromatography) method is used to measure
the amount of capsaicin within pepper sprays. Scoville Heat Unit (SHU)
testing is also used to measure the hotness of pepper spray, but this
is a subjective test which changes from person to person and does not
measure the actual chemical percentage within the product.
Pepper
spray typically comes in canisters, which are
often small enough to be carried or concealed in a pocket or purse.
Pepper spray can also be bought concealed in items such as rings.
Pepper spray is an inflammatory agent, not an irritant like Mace. It
causes immediate closing of the eyes and coughing. The length of the
effects depend on the strength of the spray but the average full effect
lasts around thirty to forty-five minutes, with mitigated effects
lasting for hours.
Giving
Til It Hurts
Mendy
lived in a mid sized city in the southeast. She was very conservative
and reliable. Mendy was truly a creature of habit. If she found
something she liked, she stuck with it. If she like a store, she
shopped there all the time. If she found a restaurant she liked she
would eat there as often as possible. She even found a favorite gas
station and she fueled there most of the time.
She routinely used a debit card, since she did not want to carry large
amounts of cash. One day she had just received her weekly paycheck. She
went about her routine of shopping for food and fueling her vehicle.
She decided to go to the gas station before she deposit her money in
the bank.
When she drove up to the gas station, there was a man standing by the
pay phone. She thought it was strange because he was not talking, he
was staring at her. She did not think much of it. After she paid for
her gas and came out. She instinctively looked at the phone again to
see if the man was still there. He was gone, so she figured he probably
just moved on. She walked toward he vehicle and the man came around the
side.
He startled her and she began to get nervous. He said do not be scared,
I just want to ask, you if you could spare a few dollars, so I can get
something to eat. Mendy thought is that all he wants. She had a big
heart and also wanted to get rid of this guy as soon as possible. She
reached in her pocket and gave the guy a couple of dollars. She thought
that would be the end of it but it was not.
The guy told Mendy he had washed her windows while she was in the
store, and she owed him for that. Mendy began to feel threatened and
ask the guy to leave. He said ok after he got his money. He jumped
forward and tried to take the rest of Mendys money out of her pocket.
She screamed and fought to attract attention.
They both fell to the ground. The guy was shocked that a victim would
fight back. He got up ran off into the wooded area near the store.
Mendy called the police and reported the crime. The guy fit the
description of an escaped convict. He was caught later that evening and
identified by Mendy. He was sent back to jail to serve his original
sentence plus added charges of escape and attempted robbery.
You must be aware of your surroundings at all times but especially at
gas stations. All sorts of characters hang out at gas stations waiting
for victims. They count on the fact that people in a hurry will do
anything to make them leave. Its your choice whether you give someone a
handout, but its not always a good idea.
Beware that the people are not always whom they claim. Their stories
are not always true. They use stories about broken vehicles, children
medical problems and others to get money. This is a test to see how far
your generosity goes. Realize that if you make an offering they may
want more even your life. The situation can quickly escalate.
If you want to give to make yourself feel better, give to churches and
charity and let them help others. Do not be quick to open your purse or
your wallet for every stranger that asks for a handout. It may show
your vulnerability, which can lead to other violence. Also, it creates
a habit which individuals become accustomed. Save yourself the
headache, and give where you know you want get hurt in the process.
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