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Blunt Force Weapons: Small Tool, Huge Impact

November 24, 2015

Searching for the ideal self-defense item for everyday carry can be daunting. A handgun isn't always ideal, not to mention requiring extra training and certification to conceal. Pepper spray is all too easy to fumble and requires frequent testing to make sure it's in working condition. For a lightweight, easily concealable, highly effective self defense weapon, why not try a blunt-force tool?

Blunt-force tools are intended to enhance self-defense tactics by strengthening the force of a punch. They also often concentrate the impact into a smaller area to increase damage done. There is a wide variety of blunt force self defense tools on the market, typically made of aluminum or high-impact plastic. Many double as a bottle opener and keychain. There are a couple of broad groups to choose from, including:

Knuckles and Punchrings

Imagine brass knuckles you've seen in movies, then dial it down a notch or two (and a finger or two) and you've got a good idea of what's available. Many of the tools are shaped with a hole or two in the center to fit over one or more fingers, with the back end held in the palm and the impact side pointing outward to be directed at an attacker.

The word "punchring" tells you everything you need to know about what it is and what it does: they are made to fit over one finger just like a ring and used to very effectively increase the impact of a punch.

Some knuckles and punchrings have sharp corners to maximize damage, but the sharpened tip isn't necessary to cause a lot of pain and give you time to get away.

Kubotans and Tactical Pens

Kubotans, kappo sticks, tactical pens, and similar blunt force tools are intended to be held in the hand like a weapon. The term kubotan (sometimes mistakenly spelled kubaton) is a trademarked term that has been genericized to refer to a wider variety of similar products (like Band-Aid or Kleenex). The original kubotan is truly blunt, but many other items on the market being sold under the same name have a tapered tip.

Kubotans, tactical pens, and pressure point control devices can be used to strengthen the force of a punch, concentrate impact into a smaller area to increase damage done, gain leverage on wrists, fingers and joints, and increase pressure to pressure points.

A Kappo stick is like a kubaton, with a strap that keeps it against your palm for open-hand strikes and applying pressure without dropping it.

Why Choose a Blunt-Force Tool?

A blunt-force tool incorporates seamlessly into your everyday carry- many double as keychains and can serve other purposes aside from self defense. Most are highly inconspicuous and some (such as tactical pens) are disguised as everyday objects to further avoid detection. An item like this, if you practice with it regularly and have developed the muscle memory to render it effective in an emergency, give you a serious edge should you find yourself in a sticky situation.

Self Defense for Urban Survival

October 29, 2015

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While physical fitness is helpful for general health and well-being, in a survival situation your fitness level becomes a matter of life and death. Making targeted decisions about the types of training you do will give you the advantage when the pressure is on and increase your overall odds of survival. The key to choosing the right kind of self defense training is to choose efficient programs that promote a balance between strength, power, endurance, and mobility.

Read on for a few of our favorite methods and choose the one that's right for you.

Krav Maga

Krav Maga is the well-regarded method of defense training used by the Israeli Defense Forces and U.S. Law Enforcement agencies. Krav Maga means, literally, “contact combat”. Krav Maga places an emphasis on easy-to-learn techniques that have been battle-tested and refined. It lacks unnecessary flourish and requires no previous martial arts training.

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Learn More: http://www.kravmaga.com/

Systema

Systema is a Russian martial art (literally The System), which emphasizes mental focus, endurance, and pressure point application. Systema’s prioritization of a relaxed, focused state of mind free from anger and toxic thought makes it an excellent addition to the personal defense arsenal of anyone who wants to be prepared for the worst.

Learn More: http://www.russianmartialart.com/

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Mixed Martial Arts

MMA uses a wide variety of striking and grappling techniques gleaned from other combat sports and martial arts including Boxing, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Karate, and Taekwondo. The benefit of learning MMA is that the parts from various disciplines that are incorporated are those that are most practically applicable to real-world self defense scenarios.

Learn More: http://www.mixedmartialarts.com/

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