insights, please, on most effectual means of self protection?

I have been considering getting a pew pew recently, but have a number of considerations:

- price for pew pew plus classes
- knowing the law as to when i can have/use it and cannot
- the stats are grim for suicidal people such as myself: up to 3x more likely to use it AGAINST oneself than for self protection. it may have actually saved my life, just last night, that I am not a pew pew owner.
- would I even be able to access it in time, in the event of an intruder

I also have a stalker, so I do want to feel protected in my home. Thanks in advance for any advice!!

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Ontheroad · M

Something like bear spray or a taser. Effective, but not lethal.

foldedunfolding · 41-45, F

@Ontheroad ok thank you! i am also having a friend help me install a Ring floodlight..it records video, conversation, and i can even speak through it. tell me more about bear spray vs. mace? have also heard that gel mace is better than regular degular pepper spray

Ontheroad · M

@foldedunfolding

Bear spray contains oleoresin capsicum, which contains capsaicinoids. Bear spray typically has a concentration of 2% capsaicinoids, while (mace) pepper spray has less than 1%.

Bear spray can reach up to 35 feet, while pepper spray is usually limited to 10–12 feet.

Bear spray is legal across the United States, while pepper spray is illegal in some states unless purchased from a certified dealer or pharmacist.

Ontheroad · M

@foldedunfolding there are a few non-lethal pistols out there and they work, but if you are on a budget, their cost is in line with a regular pew-pew.