{"id":15,"date":"2023-03-21T19:45:32","date_gmt":"2023-03-21T19:45:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/motherofguns.com\/?p=15"},"modified":"2023-03-21T19:45:33","modified_gmt":"2023-03-21T19:45:33","slug":"5-best-self-defense-weapons-for-women-that-actually-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/motherofguns.com\/?p=15","title":{"rendered":"5 Best Self Defense Weapons for Women (That Actually Work)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ask any woman in your life whether they\u2019ve been the victim of any form of harassment or assault, and they\u2019ll likely say yes.<\/p>\n

As awful as it sounds, this is our reality.<\/p>\n

Although men are also targets of assault, the numbers for women are much higher. 1 out of 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime.<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a lady who\u2019s sick of having to look over her shoulder at night, having self defense weapons tucked in your bag can make a huge difference in making you feel safe.<\/p>\n

Read on to find out some of the best self defense weapons for women.<\/p>\n

What Makes You an Easy Target?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Criminals don\u2019t always need a good reason for committing a felony, but every so often, they\u2019ll pick and choose their victims carefully. Some take weeks of planning to pull off an orchestrated crime, while others take as little as 7 seconds<\/a> to select their next victim in a crowd.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Before we pull out those self defense weapons, it\u2019s important to understand what makes you an easy target for crime.<\/p>\n

You\u2019re vulnerable<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Women, children, and the elderly comprise the most vulnerable groups in society, so they\u2019re common targets for most criminals. However, this isn\u2019t the only thing criminal masterminds consider in a potential victim.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Something as simple as having both of your hands occupied or having your hair up in a high ponytail can make you more vulnerable in a crowd. Why?<\/p>\n

Someone with a shopping bag in each hand makes a tempting victim since they\u2019ll have a harder time defending themselves and fighting back. If you insist on carrying your groceries in one trip, be on your toes at all times and get ready to let those bags go when the situation calls for it.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, grabbing someone\u2019s hair is a pretty effective way to render them incapacitated and in pain, so women with longer hair are easier targets.<\/p>\n

You don\u2019t display confidence<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n

Serial killer Ted Bundy, who confessed to over 30 murders of young women and children, once admitted that he could spot a likely victim by the manner she carried herself.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Things you don\u2019t normally give a second thought to, like your gait, posture, expression, and tone of voice, all contribute to your likelihood of being targeted. Research<\/a> even suggests that criminals assess vulnerability to assault based on factors like stride length, weight shifting, and arm swing.<\/p>\n

You can see why. Folks who walk with a slouch and an uneven gait simply look like they\u2019d put up less of a fight than someone with their chin up and back straight.\u00a0<\/p>\n

So even on days when you don\u2019t feel your best, pay attention to what your body language conveys.<\/p>\n

You\u2019re alone<\/strong><\/h3>\n

While preppers are known for their self-sufficiency<\/a> and desire to live off the grid<\/a>, it\u2019s hard to deny that being alone significantly makes you more vulnerable to assault.<\/p>\n

The rationale behind this is simple. Most criminals want to draw attention away from themselves so attacking someone in a group is never their first option.<\/p>\n

Culprits also tend to act alone and choose victims who are alone to save themselves the trouble of getting caught. And obviously, it\u2019s just easier to subdue a single person than it is to restrain a whole group.<\/p>\n

You\u2019re carrying valuables<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Nothing screams \u201cRob me!\u201d like a studded diamond necklace or a chunky gold watch. While no one wants to be victimized for the way they walk or dress, it\u2019s important to consider the environment and the type of people you\u2019ll be around when you make bold fashion choices that put you in the spotlight.<\/p>\n

In the spirit of self-preservation, apply the tenets of the gray man theory<\/a> whenever you can.<\/p>\n

As a prepper, your goal is to draw away any unwanted attention. Being the gray man means blending in with a crowd so you\u2019re less likely targeted by crime and your valuables are kept secure.<\/p>\n

Stay on the safe side by reserving those fancy personal effects for that college reunion you\u2019ve been putting off with your old pals, and skip them when you go to your local Walmart to snag more beans<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You\u2019re distracted<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Keep in mind that any action done by the aggressor will always be faster than that of the victim. If your eyes are glued to your phone and Dolly Parton\u2019s blaring in your ears, you\u2019ll be sure to lose precious lead time when reacting to an assault.<\/p>\n

Practice situational awareness<\/a> in all circumstances. After all, the best way to save yourself from an assault is to prevent one from happening in the first place. Stay alert at all times just in case your instincts tell you something\u2019s up.<\/p>\n

Benefits of Carrying Self Defense Weapons<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Carrying a self defense weapon is an effective way to reduce your chances of being targeted for assault. It gives you an added sense of security, making you appear less vulnerable to attackers.<\/p>\n

Below, we\u2019ve listed the main benefits of carrying self defense weapons in case you need more convincing.<\/p>\n

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  1. You can protect yourself and others around you.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The ability to keep you and your loved ones safe is perhaps the most important benefit you\u2019ll get out of having self defense weapons. If not for this, why bother at all?<\/p>\n

    As a responsible prepper, just be sure to use your weapon of choice solely for self defense and not<\/em> as a tool to frighten and intimidate.<\/p>\n

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    1. You\u2019ll feel more confident.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Nothing gives you a more confident stride than the sense of security that self defense weapons can give. Just don\u2019t get too complacent when you\u2019re carrying one.\u00a0<\/p>\n

      Remember, it won\u2019t be as useful without the situational awareness<\/a> to back it up.<\/p>\n

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      1. It can deter an attack.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        With an air of confidence around you, you\u2019re already deterring potential attackers.\u00a0<\/p>\n

        Once a perpetrator senses you\u2019re ready to fight, they\u2019ll likely leave you alone. Chances are, most of them don\u2019t have the time or the patience to deal with a feisty, weapon-wielding woman.<\/p>\n

        Qualities of Good Self Defense Weapons<\/strong><\/h2>\n

        Eager to purchase your first self defense weapon? Pay attention to what you choose. You wouldn\u2019t wanna be stuck in an emergency with a brand new tool, only to find out that it\u2019s not working as well as you would\u2019ve wanted it to.<\/p>\n

        To keep this from happening, it\u2019s important to know what qualities to look for in a functional self defense weapon.\u00a0<\/p>\n