What To Carry For Self-Defense When A Gun Isn't An Option (Navy SEAL Reveals Best Less Lethal Carry)

[@USCCAOfficial]

What is your preferred less lethal option?

[@nathanielerskine1875]

I wish it was legal to carry knuckle dusters around.

[@jeramieshoe837]

Running away and avoiding the confrontation all together works wonders.

[@akg8111]

Pocket sand.

[@ugatobekittenme]

Pom Pepper Spray

[@Cascadiawoodchippersociety]

A .380

[@dmerc374]

As a retired LEO, I've been sprayed, tased, shot with paintballs and smacked with a baton and none of these weapons are perfect against a determined attacker who is high on a powerful street drug and feels no pain, obviously, a gun is best when you need to reach out and touch someone in self-defense, otherwise you will most likely be in a fight for your life, which in no case is a fair fight and Anything Goes, so at least a simple self-defense class will show you which are the best points of attack such as the eyes and the groin, a few pounds per square inch of pressure against the Adam's apple can disable and kill the attacker.

[@KalanYore]

Sabre with military grade CS gas is also great even still available after a memo 2007 was banned to law enforcement, military police, security companies, and civilian market. Reason for the ban was likelihood to cause permanent injury or death.

[@yoinky]

First day of class: "Aim Pepper spray, taser, paintball gun, or baton strikes at the eyes or groin" Lol

[@normanquednau]

Agree! but the statistics tell us that heavily drugged aggressors are rare

[@dmerc374]

@@normanquednau Okay Sir, I understand however it isn't statistics you will be in a fight with and perhaps it's best to be prepared for anything, as the "Grasshopper" was once told many years ago," expect the unexpected."

[@vu7419]

self defense is and will always be the number one option, even if you have a gun. Getting attacked from behind negates a gun 100% of the time.

[@benb5960]

Thanks for doing this. I’m a retired Federal LEO & trainer. 1)OC is my preference, but wind can blow it off track & it takes a few seconds to work (which can be forever). I rate 80%+ effective. 2) Tasers are EASILY defeated by clothing and movement. I rate no more than 60% effective. Bryna is a non-starter. Looks like a BIG handgun (which can be a negative). Not that concealable. Not that effective against a determined assailant. Batons vary greatly based on training. Your demonstrator was untrained. I rate 30% for untrained but 70% for trained & practiced users. If you feel threatened, train & carry 2 (OC 1st with Baton back-up). There are lighter weight batons which are still effective. If you don’t train, you will not get a fraction of what any device can provide.

[@theslowwalker]

Thought about a Byrna. 1st round a kinetic hopefully to inspire and attacker to consider ending the assault. 2nd round Bryna Max to make the assailant weep over their decision to continue their attack. And you've got 3 more rounds (of either kinetic or Byrna Max) to inspire them to humble and withdraw. Rounds can be quickly administered. I tend to follow the 3 "D's" #1 Diffuse - seek to diffuse the aggressive nature of the encounter. #2 If unable to diffuse the situation, then depart the location. #3 If the aggressor pursues their option to attack then defend yourself as best you can.

[@Zackkferg]

full send on the commitment mike was willing to take to create an amazing educational video!

[@YoureTalkingToHim]

Tasers don’t work with heavy clothing. OC spray works no matter what the attacker is wearing.

[@JoeDurobot]

*Even a bike helmet with a visor?* *OC doesn't work on everyone, and doesn't work everywhere (outside with lots of wind).*

[@williammcateer1095]

Plus you do have to be within arms reach for the fog type of spray. The gel type you can be a few feet away for effective range but you better hope you got good aim to hit the target effectively. But I would still rather use OC over a taser.

[@jons_collectibles_13]

Gun works best

[@graywind4326]

@@JoeDurobotyes because they have to breath and its all over clothing. Not as effective though. If they get their hands on your chin strap your head can be manipulated abruptly. They can outrun you with your helmet on too.

[@aussie1546]

OC spray does not work on all people. 2 out of 40 are not effected at all

[@michaelmaultsby895]

My pepper spray is 1.4% capsaicin and only 0.5 ounces. My bear spray is 2% capsaicin and 7.9 ounces. The bear spray can create a fog bank, as well.

[@shmuckling]

Bear spray is the way, specially for the home, where there's no wind to blow it back at you. I've been looking for something in between - I believe some dog repellents are pretty potent, and have a more substantial output, but I need to learn more about them before I can speak. With anything OC based, the big thing it to get the eyes: he was giving an interview until it started getting into his eyes - that's when it becomes unbearable and concerning for the the bad guy.

[@JoeDurobot]

*For a woman a baton is clearly not an option. Not even strenght for striking.* *Not to mention carrying in your purse is a bad idea as it's the first thing you lose when your attacker grabs you.*

[@GryphonBrokewing]

Depends on degree of training and target. She was untrained and, even with the padding, was going easy to avoid injury. In the SCA, we used rattan "swords" and the women fighters landed blows as hard as the guys do. We still had non-joint target zones, though. Someone with that experience would be more effective with a baton and know how to create distance to use it. Not saying it's a great option, but definitely better odds than someone who has played softball once or twice.

[@chrisdunnettmusic]

An important point you missed about the Asp, especially once he closed in, was using the butt end as a palm stick to the face, neck and other effective areas. In Filipino Martial Arts that's known as the Punyo. Untrained people develop a fixation with the striking end but the weapon has 2 ends that can be used as well as the center for choking and locking. However, as you mentioned, this requires some training. That being said, for close distance, which is where most women will end up, that is the most effective weapon IMO

[@GryphonBrokewing]

Pros and cons on both. Taser may have incapacitated, but faster recovery. Pepper spray, may get the defender and doesn't incapacitate everyone. If a person really wanted to cause harm, they can. Great that you showed this, as many seem to think all attackers suddenly become "rational" when the defense is used.

[@USCCAOfficial]

Fair points, and all those options are definitely better than nothing!

[@CIAG4PNP]

Taser and Saber red pepper gel is California friendly to carry. California does not allow the carry of batons.

[@williammcateer1095]

Plus a baton can be considered a deadly weapon such as a knife. OC spray I think is considered non lethal unless the attacker has lung problems. Where as a taser is less lethal but pulling a gun shaped object on someone weather it be a black color taser or pepper ball gun doesn’t seem to be a great idea to me because now the aggressor might think it’s an actual gun and can now claim “they were afraid for their life” and possibly shoot back with lethal force and possibly not be charged with murder. But if you are the victim and you are actually in fear for your life then you do what ever you have to do to survive but I would rather have a gun for that scenario.

[@LifeChronicle1]

Fouts v. Bonta is the case law decriminalizing carrying a baton.

[@williammcateer1095]

@@LifeChronicle1 huh you thought me something new today how did I not hear about this before! 😁

[@LifeChronicle1]

@@williammcateer1095 Anyone who cares about self-defense and its legality deserves all information on it. Too bad the govt doesn't like announcing it when its citizens gain their rights and privileges.

[@ronaldfrost7782]

Great video, good descriptions, demonstrates well. Thanks for the video

[@DoctorQuackenbush]

Many years ago, Lamb of the Boston PD discovered that head hits are much less effective than joint hits. So, they developed a break-away baton sheath that set up for knee strikes.

[@normanquednau]

I liked the taser, in winter though with heavy clothing (leather) it is useless. In addition the ladies need training aim in the dark, stress testing. There is a non lethal self defence item that works very well at night: the tactical flashlight with very bright light. You can blind the enemy without harming him and run away.

[@LordRahl11]

So bad that he didn't even mention that there has been people who have been tazed and still moved like nothing even happened. Or that sometimes the barbs don't hit right. If you are trying to teach someone to be able to get away or protect themselves that is good information. Especially if they have only watched this one video for some reason!

[@01FrozenFuze]

I always say to everyone who thinks tasers will work that they are better off using OC spray before a taser

[@donmallard2141]

You'd only have to watch some bodycam footage where there's a overreliance of tasers. It's not a magic pill.

[@Timothy-NH]

I've heard a few police officers say that they'd rather be tased 5 times than get pepper sprayed once. FYI, milk stops the burn.

[@fivestarlimos]

Im a professional bodyguard for non leathal nothing comes close to pepper spray

[@u.s.aarchangelforgod3679]

TY USCCA 👍🏽

[@USCCAOfficial]

Thank you for your support!!

[@u.s.aarchangelforgod3679]

@@USCCAOfficial you are welcome 🙏

[@ronniefranklin4423]

Good video. I have always wondered how effective the less than lethal 12 gauge plastic bullets work?

[@chrissmalley83]

Regardless of the ammunition choice, firing a shotgun constitutes deadly force in most jurisdictions. Your assailant doesn't need to die, but his death needs to be a justifiable outcome. It is not legal to fire your weapon as a deterrent. Because of that, I would not recommend less-lethal rounds in any firearm intended for defense, since you will still need to be under threat of death or serious bodily harm to legally fire your weapon, you should have the most effective ammunition for stopping a threat. Less-lethal shells are not the most effective ammunition for stopping a threat.

[@jeramieshoe837]

Retreating is your best self defense JS

[@davidstratton1146]

What if you can't run?

[@Ken_Koonz]

It is always a start, but sometimes you get followed.

[@jimmybutler1379]

EVEN A DOWEL IN THE BALM OF THE HAND THAT IS BEYON YOUR FIST BOTH SIDE OF THE HAND THAT CAN DISABLE YOUR ATTACKERS FAST BUT DOESN'T MEAN DEATH DEFENSE !...

[@defaultvsant]

sadly telescopic rods are banned in my country, I'd definitely would use it as self protection tool (as well as brass knuckles that are also banned)

[@donovangomez8114]

Rest in peace las cruces officer

[@karld888]

In many states, using less than lethal weapons simply cause you to be arrested for "malicious wounding" or whatever the particular state calls it.

[@rodneybell3201]

In commiforina you can have a baton??

[@LifeChronicle1]

Yes. Fouts v. Bonta is the case law for it.

[@rodneybell3201]

@@LifeChronicle1 interesting, thank you

[@specialcombatdefensivetact1784]

Closed mode strikes with baton?

[@paulgyro]

The Perlisten has cleaner lower distortion output vs SVS

[@HypocriticYT]

S&W 327 model is small but bites. You may have three in a gang to contend with so other methods tend to fail

[@nathanielerskine1875]

I keep a big can of Bear Spray handy.

[@dougshortreed7866]

Have a large can in every vehicle and at the edge of my garage

[@markeast9221]

@@dougshortreed7866 Thanks , I am putting a can of Wasp Spray at my garage door ! 25 foot spray !

[@USCCAOfficial]

Wasp spray is never a good idea to use for self defense. It's an insecticide, and Federal Law prohibits the use of any pesticide or insecticide “in a manner that is inconsistent with its labeling.'' You could face federal criminal charges. Additionally, Wasp spray is very good at what it is designed for, which is killing wasps, but it is not effective at stopping attackers.

[@rodvan-zeller6360]

Does the can say "unintended use is a felony"? Just curious, thank you in advance for your answer.

[@markeast9221]

@@USCCAOfficial OK , thanks ,but in a different video , ,not there's , wasp spray was recommended , that's why I bought Two Cans ! I just liked the idea of putting one near my garage door ! I will check into the law !

[@ChargeItToTheUnderhills]

I think the average attacker would want to get hit with the Byrna much less than you did. IMO I’d choose a Byrna and a small knife for close up. Tasers are iffy due to clothes. Spray is iffy due to wind and just in general

[@AllAboutSurvival]

The fact that a Navy SEAL recommends these alternatives speaks volumes about their effectiveness.

[@chrissmalley83]

Less lethal options are a deterrent, and are only effective against an attacker who can be deterred. Your attacker's motivation is a big factor in how effective less lethal self defense will be. If you are a victim of opportunity, less lethal defensive tools may cause your attacker to flee. If you are a specific target, less lethal options can hopefully give you the opportunity to flee.

[@chgruver]

What about the Byrna with the pepper ball loads?

[@mesapysch]

Pillows and pool noodles can be a weapon. I would be willing to test them with Casey.

[@robertohidalgo813]

😂😂😂

[@glenncoody]

It's her accent, isn't it?🥰

[@mesapysch]

@@glenncoody Among other attributes.

[@BirdieCarolina688]

He mentioned a previous video with Rob Chadwick. Can y'all link that one I don't remember it. I also have an Elite membership so if it's on the membership site I'd love to watch it either way. I don't get to the range as often as I'd like so I watch all the videos I can, and I love your content.

[@elwynsmith5092]

wooden cain would be a great tool to use - give this a try -al lkinds of trading videos on this subject

[@pbelle2899]

Considering I have no gun currently, I would definitely approve❤

[@USCCAOfficial]

What do you carry for self defense?

[@williammcateer1095]

Ok so when you say “when a gun isn’t an option”, do you mean like when you are not allowed to legally carry your gun? Or are you saying when you have an attacker or an aggressor that has not reached to the level of threat for you to be in fear of death or great bodily harm? Side note (The courts might be more lenient on Women, the disabled and/or if you are outnumbered because of the disparity of force.) If it’s the first option then cool bring all of them. If it’s the second one, I’m going with pepper/OC spray the gel kind. The fog kind you have to be a close distance to hit the target effectively, the gel kind you can be a few feet away and still have an effective range. Like he said in the video a baton can be considered lethal force and I don’t think pulling out a firearm shaped taser that is almost all black or a firearm shaped pepper ball gun is a good idea either because now the aggressor/attacker if they are armed, can claim they were in fear for their life and shoot you and possibly might not be charged with murder or attempted murder. PS plus from my personal experience some pepper spray’s don’t trigger walk through metal detectors. So do with that information as you wish. Just make sure there is nothing else on you that will make the metal detector go off or the security guards and the establishment might raise an eyebrow or might frown upon you.

[@USCCAOfficial]

All of those are possibilities, William. It could be because you aren't allowed to have a firearm where you are going, or it could be for someone who isn't comfortable carrying a gun yet. Firearms aren't for everyone but everyone should be prepared to protect their life. Pepper Gel definitely has it's benefits over the spray/cloud options and increasing distance during a violent encounter can be the difference in surviving.

[@williammcateer1095]

@@USCCAOfficial Thank you for your response! 😁

[@USCCAOfficial]

You're welcome!

[@AlitaGunm99]

Whatever you do, just don't use wasp spray as some have been advocating. Knives also really suck for defensive purposes; you're very likely to get hurt yourself, and maybe even unalived, leaving you unable to defend your loved ones.

[@bryanpratt5850]

Actually not true. Knives are extremely effective at self-defense purposes. Fixed blade is best so you can make sure you have it out and ready when you need it even with an adrenaline dump. In a fight for your life, it’s better to have a knife than to defend against an attacker twice your strength without one.

[@AlitaGunm99]

@@bryanpratt5850 I've had this discussion with someone else, who claimed they'd "successfully" defended themselves against a knife with a knife many times. He admitted that he'd been badly lacerated every single time. Knife vs knife usually results in both parties being seriously hurt, and double kills are not uncommon. Knife vs gun usually looses. If your attacker is unarmed, then sure, a knife can work well, but then you're in a difficult legal position.

[@bryanpratt5850]

@@AlitaGunm99 I completely agree. I’d rather run away by all means than fight someone who has a knife. Running away is probably the best option if it’s available. Two people fighting with knives will probably both get unalived.

[@whiskey5jda]

I carry pepper spray in my Uber-mobile. Taser are great when they make contact. But they fail to make contact 66% of the time. I don't think I could trust my life to a device that may work 1 in 3 times.

[@markeast9221]

Hi , Two things , I wanted to see how the taser is loaded , and the way she had to hold the Spray and shoot it was odd ! Like stabbing with a knife !

[@USCCAOfficial]

The taser has cartridges that load from the front. The Spray was called ASP. It holds like a pen or flashlight and you spray it with a button on the back. An advantage of that is you could also use it to strike an attacker. It's also very discrete and can be held while walking but not look like it would be a pepper spray.

[@mrcrhartman]

No matter what you carry, from a gun to just your bare hands, you better train with it frequently in full random and spontaneous dynamic scenario training at high resistance...or you'll 99% freeze or fail when a random assault happens in the middle of your normal busy day.

[@USCCAOfficial]

How often do you get out to train each month?

[@mrcrhartman]

@@USCCAOfficial 5 or 6 times, but HOW to train is key. Flat range time, for example, isn't the most valuable training time once a shooter is already proficient in marksmanship, reactive shooting, and weapon manipulation.

[@brandonwaddell2583]

The baton shouldn’t be a choice for a woman. OC spray definitely works so long as you don’t spray yourself, I’ve watched grown men fall on the ground screaming in training

[@Zackkferg]

Mike went full send on this one! @defensestrategiesgroup

[@DurbanSouthAfrica-iu6dq]

Most people panic and stress

[@insaneadventures4391]

All I'm seeing is most require skill to use, but martial arts should be a skill if conjunction with any tool.

[@USCCAOfficial]

You should always train with any tool you carry for self defense. Not just firearms.

[@Gene4666]

Tasers can be shut down remotely so they are pretty useless. I'll take a knife over a taser anyday.

[@eightycubicft]

Anything less than a firearm is good enough for the government should be the same for everyone else. It’s a sad time for the country when you defend yourself against all attacks with the best equipment and you have to defend yourself again against your own government. Very sad indeed. Wake up America.

[@HypocriticYT]

Few people can use weapons as defence, if your heads not in the game you’ll be disarmed and it will be used against you.

[@systematic402]

Gives people a false sense of security. If you can’t fight you also can’t use these tools effectively.

[@merlinwizard1000]

2nd, 9 September 2024

[@bentonhousand4187]

He got hit with the frangible byrna rounds. He should have taken the solid kinetic rounds.

[@SparkyMTB]

Less Lethal but yet all of these will land you in prison for a long time in the UK

[@allthingsequal8236]

Is she going to pleadure herslf with that baton? Barbie won't be looking that cute in a real-life situation.

[@stephenwatts985]

1st off an attacker would be approaching you not running away so the Taser to the back is not accurate. 2nd an attacker isn't going to wear protective pads when he's attacking. And lastly he's not going to wear a helmet to protect him from the Burma shots that's pepper spray. I'm sorry but a real man takes the pain to show what self defense weapons actually do. At least you took the weakest weapon to the face.

[@defensestrategiesgroup]

Can’t think of anything more cowardly than an anonymous critic.

[@Martin-xv]

She enjoyed it.

[@LaJuera25]

Also, not having chest and belly button exposed helps not attract attention. I’m sick of this trend of women dressing provocative and acting like it’s not going to get a response.

[@Ken_Koonz]

So we should blame the victim for someone else's actions?

[@podsmpsg1]

​@@Ken_KoonzNo. Not at all. What a woman is wearing doesn't justify rape or sexual assault, but it does still attract attention and gives some guys ideas.

[@Ken_Koonz]

​@@podsmpsg1 That sounds like the men's problem. We do not say men should dress less sexy because it will attract the attention do we? Or should everyone be covered from neck to wrist to ankle with little to no skin showing?

[@podsmpsg1]

@@Ken_Koonz Definitely.

[@Ken_Koonz]

@@podsmpsg1 That sounds like a miserable world to live in. A few people poop so we all have to wear diapers?

[@georgemelton1061]

Can’t they find someone other than an FDI agent?

[@hunterws]

Couldn't find an American subject to try this with? Why do brits not pronounce the words righT?

[@Heartwing37]

So fun to live somewhere where tasers, batons, and pepper sprays are banned!

[@bl8danjil]

New York state?

[@donmallard2141]

More like the UK, even spicy memes will get you nicked.

[@TheUnofficialMaker]

is she a robot?

[@silverenigma7729]

I can appreciate the info but there are many states(like mine) that these are illegal.

[@hunterws]

This is a video for Wisconsin, concealed carriers.

[@USCCAOfficial]

This is not specific to Wisconsin. Laws will always vary by state and you should check your local laws to be sure.

[@hunterws]

@@USCCAOfficial right, but, in depth discussions on your channel say time & again "at least here in Wisconsin,check your local laws". Your basis, is Wisconsin. You say it's not specific to Wisconsin (but it is) hence 'check YOUR local laws'.

[@USCCAOfficial]

But where in this video to they mention various laws around carrying or using any of these products?

[@silverenigma7729]

I was not my intention to make any type of argument one way or the other, i was just stating that in many states such as mine (PA) these items are illegal to carry

[@pharaohsmagician8329]

A weaker version of Pepper spray can be made at home. It just wont be in a pressuzired can so practice with it. Also look up Metsubushi powder will works just like it. Not perfect but practicing witj throwing sand out of a small container can help you practice metsubushi ninja blinding powder. Of course these melee weaposn are better but in using these blinding agents as the first attack can help you get an advantage to finish up with melee or run

[@podsmpsg1]

You could also probably make a blinding powder by mixing itching powder with ground pepper such as black pepper, chili powder or cayenne pepper.

[@pharaohsmagician8329]

@@podsmpsg1 yep or with metal shavings or glass shards

[@podsmpsg1]

@@pharaohsmagician8329 Yup. That might be too much. Could cause permanent blindness. You're just trying to get the attacker away from you and teach them a lesson.

[@DavidSmith_W6DPS]

I can imagine the liability issues with homemade materials. Might as well use bear spray... plan for the lawsuit to go badly and possibly result in prosecution.

[@podsmpsg1]

@@DavidSmith_W6DPS Definitely. Might be excessive force. Broken glass or metal shards in someone's eyes sounds like excessive force.

[@joshdewalt880]

What does a navy seal have to do with less than lethal options? They have less training in these tools than cops who get next to nothing. Why include the seal part if not to trick people?

[@DavidSmith_W6DPS]

Most of these are illegal in California.

[@LifeChronicle1]

They are all legal in CA including the baton. Fouts v. Bonta is the case law decriminalizing carrying a baton.

[@rebellucy6200]

She is a good looking lady for sure!

[@podsmpsg1]

Definitely. She's beautiful. Her accent is cute too.

[@glenncoody]

Came looking for the simp comment(s)...found them!🙄🤣

[@podsmpsg1]

@@glenncoody Simp?.

[@xBROKENx5150x]

People, please look into other companies besides Byrna, UMAREX is much MUCH better in price and Way more POWER, because they can be upgraded to 35 joules. Compared to the byrna that tops out at maybe 10 joules!