Source: Ari N/Shutterstock.com Stun guns are contact weapons that use electrical energy to inflict pain and incapacitate an opponent. They are part of the family of electroshock weapons, which refers to all weapons that use electricity to render someone immobile....

Batons, a.k.a. “billy clubs” or nightsticks have been in use around the world since the mid-1800s. Back then they were used by police as an offensive weapon, but nowadays they are mostly used as a defense weapon. They are categorized...

As a self-defense instructor, I’ve been asked the question many times over the years: What’s the most practical martial art I can learn just to protect myself? My unequivocal answer has been: Forget martial arts. Get a Taser. While it...

We military and police officers love our tactical gear—I know I’ve spent a small fortune on police gear over the years.What we’re allowed to carry on duty, of course, comes down to departmental policy, but that doesn’t stop us from...

I’m no covert agent or deep cover investigator, but I don’t need to have top secret clearance to understand how to hide a spy camera. There are any number of reasons why someone might use a spy camera, and there are a ton...

When it comes to using a weapon for self-defense, I strongly suggest everyone get regular training with the weapon of their choice. Two potentially effective weapons, which are generally of similar size and weight, are the folding knife and the...

I’ll be honest… I’m a little nuts when it comes to home security. I have knives hidden around my house. A gun or three in various places. And about seven flashlights in different locations, all strategically placed of course. Of...

Most military and police agencies require their officers to carry in their cars a Go Bag – a 3-day or 5-day pack containing all components necessary to survive and perform their duties in the case of a city, state, or...