Gel is supposedly superior to spray. Spray can blow back on you. Also, some sprays come with a harmless “practice” spray can.
Bear Spray, it will shoot up to 20 feet and has LOTS of habanero chili oil in it. LOLOL!!!!
10% OC content. Gels are more directional than sprays. Get something with a UV marker included. And those tiny little keychain things are useless.
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Whatever you get, get a couple extras and practice somewhere, especially drawing and firing. Use goggles and mask at first!!! Jeans, long sleeves. Then save empty, practice morw, like dry firing.
Practice with both hands. If you get good off-hand, you can keep on belt on that side, save primary hand for carry piece.
At least 10% OC and as large a canister as you can carry.
Those little keychain units work on sane folks, but not the hardened insane, hyped-up rioters....one needs a big can like the LEOs use.
Years ago, I used to sell the stuff at gun shows. One of my best sellers was a big, old 1-quart can of the stuff nicknamed: “The GhettoBlaster”. It would put out a blast about 10’-15’...even the most nasty of the insane couldn’t take it.
Hornet nest spray. Pretty good range.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LFLMGCB
Comes highly recommended.
Fox urine works too, so does bear spray.
Here are a few pointers. Just my opinion.
1. Avoid the junk that’s sold at store check-out counters. Buy police-grade pepper spray. Sabre is a good brand. It’s available on Amazon. Fox used to make a good pepper spay. But they recently changed the formula. I don’t know how good it is now.
2. I think Jeff Chandler is right. Gel is superior to spray. Sabre makes a gel pepper spray.
3. I’d stay away from bear or wasp spray. Yes, they can be effective against humans. But look at their cans. You’ll probably see something like “It is against federal law to use in a manner not intended.” A liberal DA would just love to jam you up on that.
4. The last time I looked, pepper spray was legal in all 50 states and in DC. But some states have size restrictions. Do a Google search on your state before buying anything.
Muriatic acid mixed with aloe vera gel is far better than that other crap y’all are recommending. Whoever is trying to assault you won’t ever bother you again. Guaranteed. [FBI non-BLM/Anti-fa author disclaimer: Humor intended.]
Went to gun shop for the one I carry when walking...and another for my purse and vehicle.
And, I don’t believe in spray and pray anyway. My friend Walt always takes care of me when someone wants to hurt me. I can always call on him and he’s real specific and doesn’t just target folks at random.
I got two dispensers at the traveling gun show that comes thru town, they were both the size of a bic lighter....
a quick shot in the eyes can disable just about anyone...
I gave one to my wife and I keep one in my pocket...very small and compact, you use it one time and throw it away.
The problem is that civilian pepper spray isn’t very effective. LE strength is much more effective, if you have access to it.
Buy several small ones. Go to a local protest. Wear a MAGA hat.
Test each one. As the “volunteers” questions about effectiveness.
I am kidding.
The contents of these sprays are pretty much all the same. My advice is to go to a store and pick them up. Its the handling that matters. And the fit in your hand and the holstering is key.
The second thing to think about is what types of problems are you preparing for? Individuals? Groups? Marauding gangs blocking your way? Each situation calls for a different delivery system.
I carry a can of bear spray in my truck. It shoots about 35 feet. I figure that is what I would need in the event I was surrounded in my vehicle.
Finally, ask yourself if there are any state regulations. For example, some states require an FID-type card. Some states outlaw “mace” but allow pepper spray. If you are going to leave it in your car—who is going to be using that car besides you? Kids? Wife?
Just some things to think about
I have a can of ‘pistol grip’ guard dog for non-lethal home defense - range of 30 ft (backed by one of my firearms). Carry a can of Sabre red Pepper spray gel on my person.