I bought this for my girlfriend for when she jogs for protection from people and animals.
It is very light and fits well in your hand.I purchased this one over some of its competitors because of the safety cap and the brand name. It costs a little more, but I believe it is worth it.
Product Description: Mace Brand Pepper Mace Defense Spray- Jogger ModelNow Pepper Mace comes in a convenient Jogger Model, designed with a velcro-like strap to fit snugly around hand. Great for runners and walkers. 18 gram stream unit contains 10, one second bursts. Sprays 8-12 feet
I specifically ordered this to use on dogs. I walk a lot and have been chased several times and almost bitten. My husband was walking and bitten by a dog through his pants. It did not break the skin, but it drove me to action and I bought this spray. I had to use it today on a dog that tried to chase and bite me. I sprayed it right in his eyes. He stopped immediately and shook his head several times and backed off. It was worth every penny! I will never walk without it!
Product Description: Stay safe regardless of the situation with this Sabre pink pepper spray keychain. The most popular Sabre style, the 0.54-ounce pepper spray offers a quick-release design, producing a powerful ballistic stream that reduces wind blowback by about 8 to 10 feet. As a result, you can reliably protect yourself in unfamiliar or dangerous neighborhoods and situations. The detachable keychain, meanwhile, gives you immediate access to your defense spray when unlocking a door or driving a car. Best of all, Sabre makes a donation to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) with each purchase of a pink pepper spray unit. The pepper spray canister--which is a breeze to carry--includes approximately 25 shots. Sabre products are used by the New York Police Department, U.S. Marshalls, and thousands of police departments worldwide.
Ok here is how OC sprays are measured in pungency. There is Oleoresin Capsicum Concentration which is 10% In this spray. The OC concentration is only the measurement of the amount of oil in the spray and has nothing to do with the effectiveness. SHUS are also another outdated method of pungency and SHUS only measure the strength of the raw pepper before it is mixed with the carriers and propellants. Capsaicinoids are the activeingredients within the OC or Oil that cause the inflammation and incapacitation. So this spray is 10% OC (oil of pepper) with 1.4% Major Capsaicinoids and that is extremely hot. Capsaicinoids are the only accurate indicator of pepper spray strength period. So you picked a very hot spray and most OC sprays are 0.18% Capsaicinoids to 0.67%. This brand is very hot! I use Sabre Red which is 10% Oleoresin Capsicum, 2,000,000 SHUS with 1.33% Capsaicinoids.
Product Description: The maximum strength pepper spray formula contains 1.4% capsaicinoids concentration. The personal model features a flip-top safety cap that prevents accidental discharge and the finger grip dispenser helps with accurate aim. Contains 10 short bursts with an effective range of 10 to 12 feetFeatures:1.4% capsaicinoids concentration 10% OC Pepper: maximum strength formula Flip-top safety cap: prevents accidental discharge Finger grip dispenser: for accurate aim Easy to carry: key chain & belt clip Personal model (net weight: 18 grams) Contains 10 short bursts Effective range of 10 to 12 feet
I bought these for my wife.I was originally going to get her a pair of Peltor Tactical 6s electronic earmuffs because I had ALWAYS heard high praise for them--and I use a pair of Tac 7s myself, which I'll never give up--but then I read some of the negative reviews on the Amazon product page (I wonder how many are schills?).So based on the negative Amazon reviews and the meager NRR 19, I opted to pass on the 6s.I'm not sure how I stumbled onto these Howard Leight earmuffs, but they looked good on paper and the reviews were mostly positive, and I'm very familiar with, and confident in, the Howard Leight name, so I figured why not?
Before buying these, my wife had been previously using the Howard Leight Leightning-31 earmuffs (non-electronic, NRR 31), so I was _really_ worried about the drop in NRR with her.We went to an indoor range yesterday and shot a .40SW pistol (the .40SW has a sharp pressure spike, and hence percussion wave, and being indoors amplifies things, so this was a really good test of the earmuff's effectiveness).After we were done she said that she "likes" these muffs, and "has no problem" with them.They're a keeper!She did have one complaint.She says that they squeeze her head too tightly (not uncomfortably, just a tighter, snugger fit than she's used to) and interfere with her eye protection.We both understand that the tight fit is necessary to seal the ear, so that's not a problem in our minds, but she says she "needs to figure something out" w.r.t. the shooting glasses because that bugs her.
Of course, I tried these muffs out also.I gotta admit, for the price they are pretty darn good.The amplification is above average and you can hear normal conversation easily.They cut out when they should, but the recovery time after a shot is slow (that bothers other people a lot more than it does me).Come to think of it, the power-on time is pretty darn slow, too.Regardless, these muffs are another winner in the Howard Leight product line as far as I'm concerned.
However, whenever a review includes the phrase "for the price", that should raise a flag (IMO); i.e. you gotta look at the big picture as well as the niche.Yes, these are excellent hearing protectors for the price, but overall they're not all that great in comparison to other models on the market.They do their job, though.
Since these are not marketed as "tactical" earmuffs, an LED power indicator would have been nice.My wife will eventually get used to having to turn off her hearing protection, but a power indicator as a reminder wouldn't hurt.On the plus side, these muffs have an automatic shut-off feature to compensate for forgetfulness.
The included instructions are minimal and poorly written.Case in point, they tell you to insert the batteries into the battery compartment, but don't tell you how to open the battery compartment![Slide the lid vertically toward the headband.]A little common sense goes a long way here.
Bottom line: All babble aside, I'd recommend these earmuffs.Based on my wife's input and my short exposure to them, I think they do an adequate job; and yes, the cost-effective pricing is hard to ignore.
Automatic noise protection - amplification automatically shuts off at 82dB attenuating impulse and continuous noise Sound amplification - sound is amplified to deliver superior directional sound quality in stereo Headband adjusts for a secure, non-slip fit Single knob control for on /off and volume; power automatically shuts off after 4 hours of use Equipped with an external audio input that allows you to connect to your own audio source
To capture low level sound, the Impact Sport employs built-in microphones that amplify range commands and other important sounds. Users enjoy full, clear directional hearing in stereo. For protection, the Impact Sport actively listens and automatically shuts off amplification whenever harmful sound levels are reached. The earmuffs effectively block any noise, continuous or impulse, of 82dB or more. External audio imput allows you to connect your IPOD or other audio source. Black leatherette headband with hunter green earcups. Snap-on lid for quick and easy battery replacement. Outstanding battery lifetime. Includes 2 AAA batteries. Compact Fold design for convenient storage. Noise reduction rating: NRR 22 provides excellent attenuation in a sporting environment .
I bought this spray for protection against dogs while I jog.I really liked the velcro-elastic cover.It's awesome since it keeps the sprayer all lined up for use without having to hold onto it.I recently decided to test the sprayer.I am really glad that I did this at home and as a test.The pepper solution just ran out all over my hand.There was no 'spray' at all.I was suprised it did not burn my skin.Luckily my husband was home to turn the hose on for me so I didn't get it everywhere.
No matter what kind you get, make sure you test it!If you really need it, it HAS to work.
Product Description: Perfect for the palm of your hand when running or walking, SABRE's jogger pepper spray is equiped with a convenient hand strap for immediate deployment.Providing extremely practical protection, SABRE delivers a strong balistic stream to reduce wind blow back and permits distance from your threat with its ten (10) foot range.Protect yourself and your loved ones with the same brand used by public safety officers worldwide! Size: 3/4 oz. Item not available to ship to DC, Hawaii, Massachusetts, or New York.
I bought this for my girlfriend for when she jogs for protection from people and animals.
