With the crime rate soaring and the inevitability of getting attacked increasing, it is always wise to take the necessary steps to protect ourselves. One such step is to arm ourselves with protective yet non-lethal devices that could aid us if we ever encounter an attacker. The pepper shot is a kind of pepper spray, only smaller but with a powerful punch nonetheless. It rates at 2 million scoville heat units and the grain is finer than most pepper sprays. This makes the pepper shot very effective in warding off an attacker.
It works much like the pepper spray. It releases an inflammatory agent that when introduced to the eyes causes the veins to swell therefore causing them to close involuntarily. It also affects the breathing, making it more difficult and labored. Pepper shots are made with quick release keys and safety locking mechanisms. They can be snapped on as key chains and often times come with their own case for ease of storage.