It isn't practical and infrequently not even legal to carry a weapon. What is a weapon? A weapon is a specialized tool for projecting force. It serves no other actual purpose than extending force from one body to another. The handgun is a perfect example. Handguns are designed to do one thing - extend force outward, to another human. Yes, a human. Guns and knives are thought to be deadly weapons.Weapons are typically controlled, and here is what you need to know - most jurisdictions in the U.S. Require a CCW (Concealed Carry - Weapon) permit so as to legally carry a handgun. Jurisdictions change on knives, but most states permit folding blades at either a 3 or 4 in blade length. Here's another thing you should know about carrying a gun - it's a discomfort in the butt. And the hip. And the low back.
That isn't always the first thought of the eager faces going into the police academy or civilians going to hidden carry class. It's a physical burden. Having a gun on you is serious business - it's got to be accounted for and secure at all points. I am getting a handful of stories every month about handguns being left in toilets accidentally. Personally, I love the guy who spends two of minutes working out which pocket gun to take with him to the store to pick up milk.
It's a brief journey and he doesn't want his full carry rig, but has to take something, right? He's my kind of people - but he is not most people.Many folk exercise their 2nd modification rights for a good reason. Many others select not to carry guns, for an excellent reason. Carrying a gun is not always convenient, not always comfortable, and in some places - not legal.What about places you cannot carry a gun, or if you don't need to carry a gun at all? Is it either a gun or nothing? Naturally not. I always wear a safety belt. I've never required it, but it requires a half 2nd to put on, and it actually doesn't bother me. It's there if I need it, and I don?t think about it. It's part of my truck, and doesn't require any thought or work on my side. The same logic holds true for personal protection.
The commonplace objects you carry with you are not exciting - but tiny decisions will give you a huge edge defending yourself. There are very good reasons that cops and infantrymen put so any thought into what they carry with them - their kit. And they're also concerned about what the Bad Guy may have on them. This is the very first thing The Good Blokes check for when arresting or capturing Wrongdoers - checking to see if there is a threat because of a weapon or something that may be used as a weapon.We can only carry or keep track of such a lot of things. Here are things I could have on me. This may be different for everyone.
THE Maybe LIST:
Water Bottle - I train and need to remain hydrated. If you buy a lot of bottled water, reconsider it. Filtered water is tastier, is better for you, and doesn't put you in the largest branding trick in history - coughing up for a plastic bottle with a logo sticker, constantly.
Laptop computer bag - 2 computers, full audio and video kit.
Folding Knife - Benchmade Stay Mountain Soldier. My friend Lee carried this when deployed in Afghanistan. Great knife, great guy, know he used it to do rather more than open letters from home. Have this with me 90% of the time, still one more thing to keep track of.
Handgun - Glock 19 with 2 spare mag. 45 rounds of 9mm. If I need more than that, I can have to battle my way back to the truck. I?ll do a post in the future on concealed carry options.
Notebook - Often it's better just to write it out. My notebook never interrupts me.
Training bag - When I Am training away from home
THE DEFINITELY LIST:
Now, here's what I always have on me - an Every Day Carry kit. Life gets to be routine. We don't even think about these things we carry with us all of the time. This list will be the same three things for about everyone. It has zip to do with self-defense, it is just life - we need communication (mobile), access (keys), and ID/payment system (wallet). Ladies - and some males outside the Midwest - carry purses rather than wallets, but the logic holds:
Wallet - Mine's a Prada wallet. My other half bought me a Prada wallet and Prada flip-flops. This is something that is hard for a straight man to appreciate. I have come to realize she did not buy them for me. She bought. Them for her. Each time she sees the Prada wallet on the table or the shoes by the door, she will think to herself - "I am married to a successful man. "
I-Phone 6+ - I'm not an Apple snob, but have 4 i-phones on plan. Every head of household and small enterprise owner has morphed into a Technical Support Boss. With the I-phones, they all work the same, backup is automated, and I'm able to fix things easily. I can always get the new one and talk somebody into using my old one, becauseI always get the highest memory option. This is crucial. (Always get the maximum storage. Additionally , always get the bigger engine option with an auto or wagon - "keeps the family safer. "
I've attempted everything, had a wonderful experience with Android, I just desire something that will work for everyone and is easy on me. Money Saver - I have tried all of the U.S.-based providers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint) and I would recommend switching and taking advantage of promotions. All of the cell providers had network and service swings and roundabouts, and the landscape is definitely changing. We most lately switched over to Sprint, and they actually did cut the bill in half. You need to look at this every year or so, and the companies will purchase out your old contract and finance new cell phones for you.
Keys - Here's where it starts to get engaging. Self-Defense Global EDC self-defense tool/bottle opener (a legal keyring self-defense tool and bottle operner), keys to 2 automobiles, a couple discount cards, Cold Steel Micro Recon knife (for opening boxes and a loaner, so others are not using my good knife) and cheapie LED light. Know the feeling when you can't find your keys? If I have my keys with me, I have an improvised weapon with me all of the time.
IMPROVISED WEAPONS - Improvised weapons are everyday objects that were not specially designed as deadly weapons, but can be used in an emergency. Improvised weapons provide the following:
Reach - Classic civilian example is the tire iron. Army example is the entrenching tool
Mass to the Hand - Example is a rock.
Edge or Point - Example is a folding knife or kitchen knife. (90%+ of stabbings happen with utility knifes)
Common Explosive - Example is the Molotov cocktail. Not as helpful for private self-defense, unless you actually want to make a statement.
Western army groups now train especially in the use of improvised weapons. Entrenching tools (called e-tools) have always been used, and now more soldiers are carrying tactical tomahawks - which are also helpful for other outside activities. These aren't weapons systems, but when all else fails, they're a hell of miles better than fist fighting.
I designed the EDC responding to the key ring self-defense jokes people put in front of me and asked about. Small stun guns that don?t wipe the grin off my face. Tiny pepper spray cans that would only be handy on Taco Night. Plastic cat heads with finger holes that build on the tale that keys between your fingers would truly work. (Just try hitting something with mass with keys between your fingers) Are you pondering self-defense all of the time? Not if you?re psychologically healthy.
Our first product, the EDC, is helpful just to carry keys or open a bottle, and gives an immediate edge after a fifteen minute lesson, starting to learn Krav Maga online. I am not thinking about a car accident each time I put a safety belt on. It isn't hard for me, and should be there if I need it.Adding an EDC to your keyring is a Cheap, Easy, and Legal way to always be ready - just like buckling up.
That isn't always the first thought of the eager faces going into the police academy or civilians going to hidden carry class. It's a physical burden. Having a gun on you is serious business - it's got to be accounted for and secure at all points. I am getting a handful of stories every month about handguns being left in toilets accidentally. Personally, I love the guy who spends two of minutes working out which pocket gun to take with him to the store to pick up milk.
It's a brief journey and he doesn't want his full carry rig, but has to take something, right? He's my kind of people - but he is not most people.Many folk exercise their 2nd modification rights for a good reason. Many others select not to carry guns, for an excellent reason. Carrying a gun is not always convenient, not always comfortable, and in some places - not legal.What about places you cannot carry a gun, or if you don't need to carry a gun at all? Is it either a gun or nothing? Naturally not. I always wear a safety belt. I've never required it, but it requires a half 2nd to put on, and it actually doesn't bother me. It's there if I need it, and I don?t think about it. It's part of my truck, and doesn't require any thought or work on my side. The same logic holds true for personal protection.
The commonplace objects you carry with you are not exciting - but tiny decisions will give you a huge edge defending yourself. There are very good reasons that cops and infantrymen put so any thought into what they carry with them - their kit. And they're also concerned about what the Bad Guy may have on them. This is the very first thing The Good Blokes check for when arresting or capturing Wrongdoers - checking to see if there is a threat because of a weapon or something that may be used as a weapon.We can only carry or keep track of such a lot of things. Here are things I could have on me. This may be different for everyone.
THE Maybe LIST:
Water Bottle - I train and need to remain hydrated. If you buy a lot of bottled water, reconsider it. Filtered water is tastier, is better for you, and doesn't put you in the largest branding trick in history - coughing up for a plastic bottle with a logo sticker, constantly.
Laptop computer bag - 2 computers, full audio and video kit.
Folding Knife - Benchmade Stay Mountain Soldier. My friend Lee carried this when deployed in Afghanistan. Great knife, great guy, know he used it to do rather more than open letters from home. Have this with me 90% of the time, still one more thing to keep track of.
Handgun - Glock 19 with 2 spare mag. 45 rounds of 9mm. If I need more than that, I can have to battle my way back to the truck. I?ll do a post in the future on concealed carry options.
Notebook - Often it's better just to write it out. My notebook never interrupts me.
Training bag - When I Am training away from home
THE DEFINITELY LIST:
Now, here's what I always have on me - an Every Day Carry kit. Life gets to be routine. We don't even think about these things we carry with us all of the time. This list will be the same three things for about everyone. It has zip to do with self-defense, it is just life - we need communication (mobile), access (keys), and ID/payment system (wallet). Ladies - and some males outside the Midwest - carry purses rather than wallets, but the logic holds:
Wallet - Mine's a Prada wallet. My other half bought me a Prada wallet and Prada flip-flops. This is something that is hard for a straight man to appreciate. I have come to realize she did not buy them for me. She bought. Them for her. Each time she sees the Prada wallet on the table or the shoes by the door, she will think to herself - "I am married to a successful man. "
I-Phone 6+ - I'm not an Apple snob, but have 4 i-phones on plan. Every head of household and small enterprise owner has morphed into a Technical Support Boss. With the I-phones, they all work the same, backup is automated, and I'm able to fix things easily. I can always get the new one and talk somebody into using my old one, becauseI always get the highest memory option. This is crucial. (Always get the maximum storage. Additionally , always get the bigger engine option with an auto or wagon - "keeps the family safer. "
I've attempted everything, had a wonderful experience with Android, I just desire something that will work for everyone and is easy on me. Money Saver - I have tried all of the U.S.-based providers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint) and I would recommend switching and taking advantage of promotions. All of the cell providers had network and service swings and roundabouts, and the landscape is definitely changing. We most lately switched over to Sprint, and they actually did cut the bill in half. You need to look at this every year or so, and the companies will purchase out your old contract and finance new cell phones for you.
Keys - Here's where it starts to get engaging. Self-Defense Global EDC self-defense tool/bottle opener (a legal keyring self-defense tool and bottle operner), keys to 2 automobiles, a couple discount cards, Cold Steel Micro Recon knife (for opening boxes and a loaner, so others are not using my good knife) and cheapie LED light. Know the feeling when you can't find your keys? If I have my keys with me, I have an improvised weapon with me all of the time.
IMPROVISED WEAPONS - Improvised weapons are everyday objects that were not specially designed as deadly weapons, but can be used in an emergency. Improvised weapons provide the following:
Reach - Classic civilian example is the tire iron. Army example is the entrenching tool
Mass to the Hand - Example is a rock.
Edge or Point - Example is a folding knife or kitchen knife. (90%+ of stabbings happen with utility knifes)
Common Explosive - Example is the Molotov cocktail. Not as helpful for private self-defense, unless you actually want to make a statement.
Western army groups now train especially in the use of improvised weapons. Entrenching tools (called e-tools) have always been used, and now more soldiers are carrying tactical tomahawks - which are also helpful for other outside activities. These aren't weapons systems, but when all else fails, they're a hell of miles better than fist fighting.
I designed the EDC responding to the key ring self-defense jokes people put in front of me and asked about. Small stun guns that don?t wipe the grin off my face. Tiny pepper spray cans that would only be handy on Taco Night. Plastic cat heads with finger holes that build on the tale that keys between your fingers would truly work. (Just try hitting something with mass with keys between your fingers) Are you pondering self-defense all of the time? Not if you?re psychologically healthy.
Our first product, the EDC, is helpful just to carry keys or open a bottle, and gives an immediate edge after a fifteen minute lesson, starting to learn Krav Maga online. I am not thinking about a car accident each time I put a safety belt on. It isn't hard for me, and should be there if I need it.Adding an EDC to your keyring is a Cheap, Easy, and Legal way to always be ready - just like buckling up.
About the Author:
Eric Scott is a Krav Maga Black Belt and founder of Self-defense Global . Self-defense Global offers gear, training, and coaching missions for a safer life. He offers a free video orientation class which has better information than most purchased programs including a week of video lessons, and a free electronic book.
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