It is not practical and sometimes not even legal to carry a weapon. What's a weapon? A weapon is a specialised tool for projecting force. It serves no other practical 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 regarded as dangerous weapons.Weapons are generally regulated, and here's what you've got to know - most jurisdictions in the U.S. Need a CCW (Concealed Carry - Weapon) permit to legally carry a handgun. Jurisdictions vary on knives, but most states allow folding blades at either a 3 or 4 in blade length. Here's another thing you really should know about carrying a gun - it is a discomfort in the ass. And the hip. And the low back.
That isn't always the first thought of the fervent faces going into the police academy or citizens going to hidden carry class. It's a physical burden. Having a gun on you is serious business - it has got to be accounted for and secure at every point. I get a handful of stories every month about handguns being left in bathrooms accidentally. Personally, I adore the guy who spends 2 of minutes understanding which pocket gun to take with him to the store to pick up milk.
It's a brief trip and he doesn't want his full carry rig, but has to take something, right? He's my kind of folk - but he isn't most people.Many folks exercise their second modification rights for a very good reason. Many others select not to carry guns, for an excellent reason. Carrying a gun isn't unvaryingly convenient, not necessarily comfortable, and in some places - not legal.What about places you can not carry a gun, or if you do not wish to carry a gun at all? Is it either a gun or nothing? Of course not. I mostly wear a safety belt. I haven't ever needed it, but it takes a half second to put on, and it actually does not inconvenience me. It's there if I need it, and I don?t think about it. It's part of my van, and does not need any thought or work on my part. The same logic is true for personal protection.
The commonplace objects you carry with you are not exciting - but little decisions will give you a big edge protecting yourself. There are excellent reasons that cops and infantrymen put so much thought into what they carry with them - their kit. And they also are concerned about what the Bad Guy might have on them. This is the very first thing The Good Guys check for when arresting or capturing Wrongdoers - checking in order to see if there's a threat thanks to a weapon or something that may be used as a weapon.We can only carry or keep track of so many things. Here are things I could have on me. This could be different for everyone.
THE Maybe LIST:
Water Bottle - I train and need to stay hydrated. If you purchase masses of bottled water, rethink it. Filtered water is more tastier, is better for you, and does not put you in the most important branding trick ever - stumping up for a plastic bottle with a logo sticker, over and over again.
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 lots more than open letters from home. Have this with me 90% of the time, still one more thing to maintain a tally of.
Handgun - Glock 19 with 2 spare magazine. 45 rounds of 9mm. If I need more than that, I'll have to battle my way back to the truck. I?ll do a post in the future on concealed carry options.
Notebook - Occasionally it's better just to write it out. My notebook never interrupts me.
Coaching bag - When I Am coaching 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 do not under any circumstances think about these things we carry with us all the time. This list will be the same three things for roughly everyone. It has nada to do with self-defense, it is simply life - we need communication (mobile), access (keys), and ID/payment system (wallet). Girls - and some guys outside of the Midwest - carry purses instead of 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 difficult for a straight man to realise. I have come to realise 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'm married to a successful man. "
I-Phone 6+ - I'm not an Apple snob, but have 4 i-phones on plan. Each head of household and small enterprise owner has morphed into a Tech Support Manager. With the I-phones, they all work the same, backup is automated, and I'm able to fix things simply. It is always possible to get the new one and talk someone into using my old one, becauseI always get the highest memory option. This is significant. (Always get the most storage. Additionally , always get the bigger engine option with a car or van - "keeps the family safer. "
I have attempted everything, had a wonderful experience with Android, I just desire something that will work for everybody and is easy on me. Cash Saver - I have attempted all of the U.S.-based suppliers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint) and I recommend switching and using promotions. All the cell providers have had network and service swings and roundabouts, and the landscape is generally changing. We most recently switched over to Sprint, and they actually did cut the bill in half. You should look at this each year or so, and the companies will purchase out your old contract and finance new for you.
Keys - Here is where it begins to get interesting. Self-Defense Global EDC self-defense tool/bottle opener (a legal keyring self-defense tool and bottle operner), keys to two cars, a couple discount cards, Cold Steel Micro Recon knife (for opening boxes and a loaner, so others aren't 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 arecommonplace objects that were not designed specifically as lethal weapons, but can be used in an emergency. Improvised weapons provide the following:
Reach - Classic civilian example is the baseball bat. 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 useful for private self-defense, unless you truly want to make a statement.
Western military groups now train specifically in the utilization of improvised weapons. Entrenching tools (called e-tools) have invariably 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 are a hell of a lot better than fist fighting.
I designed the EDC replying to the key ring self-defense jokes folk put in front of me and asked about. Small stun guns that don?t wipe the grin off my face. Little pepper spray cans that would only be handy on Taco Night. Plastic cat heads with finger holes that build on the story that keys between your fingers would truly work. (Just try hitting something with mass with keys between your fingers) Are you thinking about self-defense all the time? Not if you?re psychologically healthy.
Our first product, the EDC, is helpful also to carry keys or open a bottle, and gives an immediate edge after a fifteen minute lesson, starting to learn Krav Maga online. I'm not brooding about a vehicle accident every time I put a safety harness on. It's not difficult, and will be there if I need it.Adding an EDC to your keyring is a Cheap, Simple, and Legal way to always be prepared - just like buckling up.
That isn't always the first thought of the fervent faces going into the police academy or citizens going to hidden carry class. It's a physical burden. Having a gun on you is serious business - it has got to be accounted for and secure at every point. I get a handful of stories every month about handguns being left in bathrooms accidentally. Personally, I adore the guy who spends 2 of minutes understanding which pocket gun to take with him to the store to pick up milk.
It's a brief trip and he doesn't want his full carry rig, but has to take something, right? He's my kind of folk - but he isn't most people.Many folks exercise their second modification rights for a very good reason. Many others select not to carry guns, for an excellent reason. Carrying a gun isn't unvaryingly convenient, not necessarily comfortable, and in some places - not legal.What about places you can not carry a gun, or if you do not wish to carry a gun at all? Is it either a gun or nothing? Of course not. I mostly wear a safety belt. I haven't ever needed it, but it takes a half second to put on, and it actually does not inconvenience me. It's there if I need it, and I don?t think about it. It's part of my van, and does not need any thought or work on my part. The same logic is true for personal protection.
The commonplace objects you carry with you are not exciting - but little decisions will give you a big edge protecting yourself. There are excellent reasons that cops and infantrymen put so much thought into what they carry with them - their kit. And they also are concerned about what the Bad Guy might have on them. This is the very first thing The Good Guys check for when arresting or capturing Wrongdoers - checking in order to see if there's a threat thanks to a weapon or something that may be used as a weapon.We can only carry or keep track of so many things. Here are things I could have on me. This could be different for everyone.
THE Maybe LIST:
Water Bottle - I train and need to stay hydrated. If you purchase masses of bottled water, rethink it. Filtered water is more tastier, is better for you, and does not put you in the most important branding trick ever - stumping up for a plastic bottle with a logo sticker, over and over again.
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 lots more than open letters from home. Have this with me 90% of the time, still one more thing to maintain a tally of.
Handgun - Glock 19 with 2 spare magazine. 45 rounds of 9mm. If I need more than that, I'll have to battle my way back to the truck. I?ll do a post in the future on concealed carry options.
Notebook - Occasionally it's better just to write it out. My notebook never interrupts me.
Coaching bag - When I Am coaching 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 do not under any circumstances think about these things we carry with us all the time. This list will be the same three things for roughly everyone. It has nada to do with self-defense, it is simply life - we need communication (mobile), access (keys), and ID/payment system (wallet). Girls - and some guys outside of the Midwest - carry purses instead of 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 difficult for a straight man to realise. I have come to realise 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'm married to a successful man. "
I-Phone 6+ - I'm not an Apple snob, but have 4 i-phones on plan. Each head of household and small enterprise owner has morphed into a Tech Support Manager. With the I-phones, they all work the same, backup is automated, and I'm able to fix things simply. It is always possible to get the new one and talk someone into using my old one, becauseI always get the highest memory option. This is significant. (Always get the most storage. Additionally , always get the bigger engine option with a car or van - "keeps the family safer. "
I have attempted everything, had a wonderful experience with Android, I just desire something that will work for everybody and is easy on me. Cash Saver - I have attempted all of the U.S.-based suppliers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint) and I recommend switching and using promotions. All the cell providers have had network and service swings and roundabouts, and the landscape is generally changing. We most recently switched over to Sprint, and they actually did cut the bill in half. You should look at this each year or so, and the companies will purchase out your old contract and finance new for you.
Keys - Here is where it begins to get interesting. Self-Defense Global EDC self-defense tool/bottle opener (a legal keyring self-defense tool and bottle operner), keys to two cars, a couple discount cards, Cold Steel Micro Recon knife (for opening boxes and a loaner, so others aren't 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 arecommonplace objects that were not designed specifically as lethal weapons, but can be used in an emergency. Improvised weapons provide the following:
Reach - Classic civilian example is the baseball bat. 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 useful for private self-defense, unless you truly want to make a statement.
Western military groups now train specifically in the utilization of improvised weapons. Entrenching tools (called e-tools) have invariably 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 are a hell of a lot better than fist fighting.
I designed the EDC replying to the key ring self-defense jokes folk put in front of me and asked about. Small stun guns that don?t wipe the grin off my face. Little pepper spray cans that would only be handy on Taco Night. Plastic cat heads with finger holes that build on the story that keys between your fingers would truly work. (Just try hitting something with mass with keys between your fingers) Are you thinking about self-defense all the time? Not if you?re psychologically healthy.
Our first product, the EDC, is helpful also to carry keys or open a bottle, and gives an immediate edge after a fifteen minute lesson, starting to learn Krav Maga online. I'm not brooding about a vehicle accident every time I put a safety harness on. It's not difficult, and will be there if I need it.Adding an EDC to your keyring is a Cheap, Simple, and Legal way to always be prepared - 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 more info than most expensive programs including a week of video lessons, and a free electronic book.
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